• [056] Managing Medical Appointments Without Losing Your Sanity
    Jan 28 2025

    Medical appointment days can feel like a whirlwind, but with the right strategies, they don’t have to derail your peace. This episode is packed with practical advice to help you manage logistics smoothly—preparing ahead, managing travel, and keeping everything on schedule. Learn how to support your child emotionally, offering tips for reducing anxiety, explaining procedures, and empowering them to face medical visits with confidence. Finally, discover ways to stay positive, shift your mindset, and lean on your support system when appointments feel overwhelming. You can do this, medical mom!

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    10 mins
  • [055] Surviving and Thriving: Practical Tips for Navigating Hospital Stays
    Jan 21 2025

    Hospital stays can be overwhelming, but they don’t have to feel impossible. In this episode, we’ll explore ways to make your child’s hospital experience as comforting as possible. You’ll also learn how to care for your own well-being during those long days by managing stress, prioritizing self-care, and finding moments to recharge. Plus, I’ll share tips for staying organized amidst the chaos, from tracking medical updates to communicating effectively with loved ones.

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    16 mins
  • [054] When We Don’t Understand: Trusting God’s Plan in Suffering
    Jan 14 2025

    Why does suffering happen, especially when it involves our children, and how can we trust God in the midst of it? In this deeply honest episode, we wrestle with tough questions about our children’s pain and explore what it means to trust God’s plan when life feels overwhelming. You’ll find practical ways to deepen your faith during trials—through prayer, community, and journaling—and hear inspiring stories of others who discovered purpose and hope in their suffering.

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    11 mins
  • [053] Grieving and Growing: Finding God’s Comfort in Loss and Unmet Expectations
    Jan 14 2025

    How do you find comfort and strength when life feels far from what you hoped for your child? In this heartfelt episode, we explore the unique grief of medical motherhood and how God’s promises bring hope in seasons of loss. Discover practical self-care strategies to navigate grief while balancing family and work. Through relatable stories and biblical encouragement, you'll be reminded that growth and peace are possible, even in the hardest moments.

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    13 mins
  • [052] The Puzzle of Differential Diagnosis: Navigating the Unknown with Hope and Determination
    Jan 14 2025

    Feeling lost in the maze of endless tests and unanswered questions? In this episode, we tackle the challenges of advocating for your child when the diagnosis feels out of reach. Discover practical strategies to track symptoms, communicate effectively with doctors, and stay organized amidst the chaos. Be encouraged to lean on faith and community support to sustain hope and strength during uncertain times. With tips for balancing advocacy, work, and personal life, this episode offers both inspiration and actionable advice for navigating the unknown with determination.

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    12 mins
  • [051] Welcome to Medical Mom’s Anonymous: Insights and Christian Encouragement for Parents, Caregivers, and Families of Medically Complex Children
    Jan 14 2025

    Welcome to Medical Mom’s Anonymous, where faith meets the everyday challenges of parenting a medically complex child. In this debut episode, you’ll discover what this podcast is all about and how it can encourage and equip you as a caregiver balancing full-time work, family life, and faith. Meet your host, Jessica Spurlock, as she shares her story, relatable struggles, and insights. Learn about the variety of content coming your way, from practical tips to devotionals, inspiring personal stories, and expert interviews—all designed to support and uplift you in this journey.

    🎧 Tune in and find hope, help, and community here!

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    8 mins
  • PIVOT: I Don’t Know Why You Say Goodbye, I Say Hello!
    Dec 3 2024

    Big news is coming to The Stained Glass Podcast! Just like the classic Friends moment or the iconic Beatles tune, this episode is all about pivoting and saying hello to a fresh new direction. Listen as I share exciting updates and embrace a bold step forward for our community while glorifying God. You won’t want to miss this important announcement!

    Wishing you a Merry Christmas & Happy New Year - see you in 2025!

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    16 mins
  • How Broken Pieces of YOUR Story Reveals God’s Glory
    Nov 19 2024

    In this episode, we explore how God, the ultimate artist, takes the broken pieces of our lives and transforms them into a beautiful masterpiece. Just like a stained glass window, our trials and imperfections are part of God’s sovereign design. We discuss how faith is refined through suffering, how God’s providence brings purpose to our pain, and how the Holy Spirit shines through us to reveal His glory. Learn to trust God’s plan even when life feels shattered, and discover how your brokenness can be a testimony of His grace and redemption.

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    @thestainedglasspodcast - YouTube, Instagram & Threads

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    12 mins