11 results for month: 01/2016


Lauren’s Story

I had always wanted to be a mama ever since I could remember. I was the oldest of four kids and I think it’s partly due to how amazing my mom is. My husband Alan and I became pregnant with our first child and we were ecstatic.  I had a wonderful pregnancy except for some really strong bouts of morning sickness until 14 weeks. At 39 weeks it was my last week working at a fast paced job and I had been training my replacement the last two weeks. All seemed ready to welcome our little one into this world. We were waiting to find out the sex until our baby was born. There was such excitement and anticipation. The day of our ...

Retreat Testimony {Nelly’s Experience}

As we approach the 2016 Hope Mommies Retreat, we want to share testimonies with you of other Hope Moms’ experiences of past retreats.  We truly believe that this weekend can be an incredible catalyst for healing and renewed hope as you navigate the heartbreaking sorrow of losing a child.  I pray that these words will provide encouragement and insight as you consider attending the upcoming retreat.   Registration for the 2016 Hope Mommies retreat is NOW OPEN! The retreat is February 5-7 in Giddings, Texas. The registration fee is $315 Check out this link for all of the answers to your frequently asked questions and register today! Also, the ...

Ashlee’s Story

It was the beginning of my fourteenth week of pregnancy when I went in for a routine ultrasound and prenatal appointment. I had been eagerly looking forward to this day for many weeks.  My husband decided last minute to stay home with our boys while I drove off with our three-year-old daughter to finally see this smallest addition to our family. On our way to the appointment, my daughter squealed, “Mommy! I am so excited to see our baby!” As those words left her little mouth, a giant pit formed in my stomach, and suddenly I felt all sorts of anxious. Something just didn’t seem right anymore. I tried to shake off that feeling, ...

Hope Mommies 2016 Retreat Prayer Team

I come to you asking for help as we move into the Hope Mommies annual retreat. The task at hand is not one to be taken lightly. Please don’t let my honesty scare you, because we desperately need you. You didn’t leave! Which means you are somewhat intrigued & that heart of yours is being stirred. Good for you! I am so happy to be talking with you about something that is so very dear to my heart. I don’t want to assume you know what the title “Hope Mom” means. Bear with me as I expound before we move further along. “Hope Mom” is a title given to mothers whose babies go to Heaven before they do. Hope Mom is a woman who carried a ...

Retreat Testimony {Sam’s Experience}

As we approach the 2016 Hope Mommies Retreat, we want to share testimonies with you of other Hope Moms’ experiences of past retreats.  We truly believe that this weekend can be an incredible catalyst for healing and renewed hope as you navigate the heartbreaking sorrow of losing a child.  I pray that these words from Hope Mom, Calli Williams, will provide encouragement and insight as you consider attending the upcoming retreat.   Registration for the 2016 Hope Mommies retreat is NOW OPEN! The retreat is February 5-7 in Giddings, Texas. The registration fee is $315 Check out this link for all of the answers to your frequently asked questions and ...

Hope Mommies Publication Release: “Anchored,” by Erin Cushman

"Anchored," by Erin Cushman is now released! Today, we celebrate what God has done in faithfulness through Erin, those who contributed their Hope Babies' stories to each chapter, those who financially partnered with Hope Mommies to make this publication possible, and those who have supported this effort in other ways! Whether you are familiar with "Anchored" or just "tuning in," we want to give you an opportunity to hear from Erin today about this book and also to enter our giveaway of two copies at the end of this post! Also, watch our social media pages, as we will be running a series of quotes from this publication and another giveaway of ...

“My Savior” by Kristen Clack {Song Giveaway}

"My first-born son, Micah, was born “normal” but at 13-months of age, fell tragically from a second story window. His little heart stopped beating and his dad held him in his arms when he took a final breath. In that moment, time stopped. The deafening echoes of the paramedic sirens couldn’t drown the deep angst in my heart. “Please, someone help him.” I mumbled the words, but numbness overtook me. I was in an inconceivable dream. The hurried paramedic team bustled around me as they attempted cardioversions, intravenous medications, bagged breathing, and chest compressions. It felt surreal and time stood still. In a daze I ...

Retreat Testimony {Erica’s Experience}

As we approach the 2016 Hope Mommies Retreat, we want to share testimonies with you of other Hope Moms’ experiences of past retreats.  We truly believe that this weekend can be an incredible catalyst for healing and renewed hope as you navigate the heartbreaking sorrow of losing a child.  I pray that these words will provide encouragement and insight as you consider attending the upcoming retreat.   Registration for the 2016 Hope Mommies retreat is NOW OPEN! The retreat is February 5-7 in Giddings, Texas. The registration fee is $315 Check out this link for all of the answers to your frequently asked questions and register today! Also, the ...

Lianna’s Story

My doctors told me that they would allow me to go two weeks past my due date while I waited for my daughter to come naturally. On the last possible day prior to my scheduled induction, I went into labor at home—yes, finally! We called the doctor and went to the hospital. The contractions were still mild, but my husband rolled me into the hospital in a wheel chair. We were familiar with the hospital. Since I was past 40 weeks, I had already done three non-stress tests and an extra ultrasound there—in fact, one test was just the previous night. The nurses gave us my favorite room, the large corner one. I changed into the gown I had purchased to wear ...

Retreat Testimony {Kellye’s Experience)

As we approach the 2016 Hope Mommies Retreat, we want to share testimonies with you of other Hope Moms’ experiences of past retreats.  We truly believe that this weekend can be an incredible catalyst for healing and renewed hope as you navigate the heartbreaking sorrow of losing a child.  I pray that these words will provide encouragement and insight as you consider attending the upcoming retreat.   Registration for the 2016 Hope Mommies retreat is NOW OPEN! The retreat is February 5-7 in Giddings, Texas. The registration fee is $315 Check out this link for all of the answers to your frequently asked questions and register today! Also, the ...