13. I Did My Best - And That Still Makes Me a Good Mother...

Episode Title: I Did My Best — And That Still Makes Me a Good Mother

Episode Summary: Today’s episode is for every version of a mother — Whether you gave birth, adopted, stepped in as a mother figure to children in your life, have carried the quiet ache of wanting desperately to become one, or are navigating the heartbreak of estrangement from a child you still love… This episode holds space for you.

We’re talking about the weight of mothering, the expectations we silently carry, and the legacy we often build without even realizing it. Because no matter what your journey has looked like — if you’ve poured into someone with love, with care, with intention — you’ve made an impact. And that still makes you a good mother.

In this episode:

• Redefining motherhood beyond titles and expectations

• Honoring the quiet ways women nurture, guide, and protect

• A faith reflection inspired by “The Valley of Blessing”

• Why your presence still plants seeds, even without recognition

• A journaling prompt to help you release unrealistic expectations

Journal Prompt: Where have you been holding yourself to someone else’s definition of motherhood? What would it feel like to release those expectations — and embrace the way God uniquely called you to nurture, guide, and love?

Scripture Reflection: This episode draws inspiration from 2 Corinthians 12:9 and a faith reminder found in Del’s study Bible titled “Motherhood: The Valley of the Blessing.”

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