In honor of my 28th birthday, I’m sharing 10 lessons I’ve learned over the past 10 years. I've changed so much, and I am so, so thankful! These lessons are about creativity, calling, family, friendship, and more as I seek to become the woman God created me to be. Whether you’re in a similar season or just love a good life chat, I hope this inspires you to reflect on your own journey and see how far God has brought you!

LINKS

📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖

https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ

READ MY BLOG

micaela.ca/blog

💻EMAIL ME💻

hello@micaela.ca

CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro

01:50 Family really is the most important

03:09 Responsibility is a blessing, not a burden

03:47 Life (& my creative pursuits) doesn't have to be so serious

04:58 Life is better offline

05:51 If God puts a creative dream in your heart, you need to do it

06:24 Passion & money don't need to go together

07:57 You have to tell people what you need

08:42 You can only respond to things people actually say, not what you think they think

09:25 Be an initiator or stay lonely

Baby sleep can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to steal your peace. In this episode, I’m sharing nine mindset shifts that have helped me approach baby sleep with confidence—through the newborn stage, first year, and beyond.

I’ll walk you through how my approach to baby sleep changes as they grow, how I stay flexible while prioritizing rest for all of us, and why mindset matters just as much as method. If you're feeling unsure, exhausted, or just wondering what’s “normal,” I hope this episode will bring you peace and clarity as you make these important decisions.

LINKS

📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖

https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ

READ MY BLOG

micaela.ca/blog

💻EMAIL ME💻

hello@micaela.ca

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:56 These decisions are a big deal!

02:10 9 Thoughts that give me peace around sleep

09:14 Recap of 9 mindsets for baby sleep

10:13 Our approach

In this episode, I’m sharing why I’ve chosen to keep my due date private during pregnancy—and why you might want to consider it too. From protecting your privacy to reducing pressure as the big day approaches, keeping your due date to yourself can bring more peace and patience in those final weeks.

I’ll talk about how this decision has helped me enjoy a more calm and intentional pregnancy, and how you can confidently navigate conversations without oversharing.

Whether you’re expecting your first baby or your fifth, this episode is full of gentle encouragement and practical tips for creating healthy boundaries during pregnancy.

LINKS

📖MY DEVOTIONAL FOR TODDLER MOMS📖

https://amzn.to/42UhhBQ

READ THE BLOG

micaela.ca/blog

💻EMAIL ME💻

hello@micaela.ca

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:50 Why I keep my due date private

02:14 Are due dates accurate?

03:59 Protecting your privacy

05:50 Remaining patient in the final weeks

08:00 Should you keep your 40-week date a secret

08:59 How to answer "when are you due?"

Are you almost ready to have a baby but wondering what do I actually need to prepare for postpartum? In today’s episode, we’re chatting all things postpartum and how to prepare in a way that brings more peace, rest, and joy into those early newborn days. Whether you’re a first-time mom or preparing for baby number four like me, this conversation will help you feel more confident and less overwhelmed.

I’ll walk you through practical tips and postpartum essentials—from what to stock up on, how to talk to your husband, and how to plan ahead with things like freezer meals and visitor expectations. You’ll also hear my personal take on creating a peaceful environment for healing, bonding, and easing into this new season of motherhood.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to think about postpartum
• How to prepare
• Must-have postpartum items for both mom and baby

• Mindset shifts to help you enjoy those early weeks

Whether you're weeks away from delivery or just thinking ahead, this episode is full of encouragement and actionable steps to help you feel ready and at peace.

LINKS

Peri Bottle

https://amzn.to/3HDNWTF

Bidet

https://amzn.to/4dZzFge

Pads I like

https://amzn.to/401OCZb

Healing spray

https://amzn.to/4l4SiBO

Lactation pads

https://amzn.to/43Ew3wv

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:54 Personal update

03:28 Realistic expectations

05:08 How to think about this list

05:59 Emotionally prepare

07:42 How to talk to your husband about postpartum

10:06 Prepare your children

10:40 Empty your schedule

12:12 Prepare your home

13:49 Make sure you are well supported

15:30 Items to gather

17:28 Final encouragement

Thinking about giving birth at home? Let's talk about how to prepare for a home birth. I’ll walk you through how to prepare your mind for a peaceful birth, how to support your body through pregnancy and labor, and how we’re setting up our home birth space for comfort and calm.

Whether you're planning your first home birth or just exploring natural birth options, this episode will give you a simple approach full of practical tips for birth at home.

LINKS

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth (my fave birth book)

https://amzn.to/4mB4A6h

Birth Without Burden Course (free)

https://stan.store/madelinemarlatt

Tub Heater

https://amzn.to/3FigmC1

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:47 Should I have a birth plan?

01:25 Prepare your mind for birth

10:38 Prepare the space for birth

15:21 Prepare your body

Considering a homebirth? Today, I’m sharing why I choose to give birth at home instead of in a hospital. I’ll walk you through 6 practical reasons that led to this decision.

We'll go over what it means to give birth at home with a homebirth midwife, the cost of homebirth, the mess, how to get your husband on board and why I feel confident this is a safe way to meet my baby.

Whether you're curious about home birth, considering natural birth options, or just want a behind-the-scenes look at what this process is like, this episode will give you an honest, encouraging perspective from a Christian mom’s point of view.

LINKS

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth (my fave birth book)

https://amzn.to/4mB4A6h

Birth Without Burden Course (free)

https://stan.store/madelinemarlatt

Bridget Teyler (Videos on birth, pain management, pregnancy & more)

https://www.youtube.com/@BridgetTeyler

Tub Heater

https://amzn.to/3FigmC1

CHATPERS

00:00 Intro

01:00 What lead to this decision?

03:16 Is it dangerous?

07:09 Why I love giving birth at home

15:24 How much does a homebirth cost?

16:39 Is homebirth messy?

17:49 How can I convince my husband?

Having a second baby? Maybe your third? This episode is all about adding a child - navigating big emotions (both yours and your toddlers'), practical tips for toddlers getting a sibbling and my experience with adding a second child vs adding a third child.

EMAIL ME hello@micaela.ca

CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

00:50 You've got this!

03:27 Navigating your own emotions

05:37 Helping your toddler transition

09:42 Prepare for postpartum

12:12 Baby #2 & Baby #3 differences and similarities

18:55 Final encouragement

Have you been putting off starting your Blog or another creative outlet? For years, I told myself I didn't have time to blog or that I didn't know how to start a blog. But really, I was afraid. I let insecurities hold me back from pursuing my God-given dreams.

If you desire to write or create content to encourage the world, there's a good chance this is a call God has placed on your life and you need to be obedient!

I'm sharing 5 reasons to start your blog today along with some encouragement for the process.

Let's connect! Email me at hello@micaela.ca

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Intro

01:04 Why are we talking about this?

04:22 Five reasons to start your blog

04:33 You can start imperfectly

06:31 There is room for you

07:16 Clarity comes with action

08:50 Your confidence will grow

09:32 It will be fun!

10:18 Final encouragement