Hey AFM+MH Fam! We are so excited to share our thoughts on having a home birth in today’s episode. It was such an incredible memory that we will cherish forever. If you have any homebirth-related questions you’d like to ask for us to respond to in a future episode, feel free to leave a comment below or send us an email at asformeandmyhousepodcast@gmail.com. Lord bless you!Thank you to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode. Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:“And now, little children, abide in him, so that when he appears we may have confidence and not shrink from him in shame at his coming.”- ‭‭1 John‬ ‭2:28‬

Sharing Our Homebirth Experience

Today’s show is a special one! While Milena is spending some much-needed recovery time, we were blessed to have our good friend Joshua Alexander sit in for a refreshing and encouraging conversation on following Christ and honoring Him in every season of life including marriage, parenthood, and full-time work in ministry. We are so glad you’re here as always. God bless you friend!A big thank you to today’s sponsors:Better HelpGet 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/myhouseKiwiCoGet 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code “ASFORME” at kiwico.comFabricProtect your family with term life insurance now, in just 10 minutes. Apply today at meetfabric.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:“Husbands, love your wives and never treat them harshly.” - Colossians‬ ‭3:19‬ ‭NLT

Guy Talk: Marriage, Fatherhood, and Ministry Featuring Joshua Alexander

You don't have to live long to experience situations that can leave you hurt, suffering, and ultimately hard-hearted.  In this episode, we look at some examples in Scripture of how certain characters handled adversity in a way that honored God when they had every reason to become jaded and bitter.  Part of the human experience is going through trials, but thank God He provides us with the power to break free from cynicism and to not hold resentment in our hearts when we are continually wronged.  May you rest in the power of Christ, for when we are weak, He is strong.A big thank you to today's sponsors:Better Help: Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseSimplisafe: Get a free indoor security camera plus 20% off with Interactive Monitoring at simplisafe.com/myhouseNoom: Start building habits for healthier, long-term results.  Sign up for your trial at noom.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called 'today,' that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin." - Hebrews 3:13

How to Not Become Jaded

Hey fam! Thank you for joining us on today’s episode. We hope we can encourage you in your journey to being a parent or adding another baby to the mix. Being that we are expecting our 3rd baby any day now, we want to share some of what’s worked (and what hasn’t) thus far in our baby preparation journey. So glad you're here!A big thank you to today’s sponsors!Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseGet 50% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line with code “asforme” at kiwico.comProtect your family with term life insurance now, in just 10 minutes. Apply today at meetfabric.com/myhouseFor a limited time, take advantage of Outer’s best offer anywhere! Get $300 off plus free shipping at liveouter.com/myhouse Verse of the Day:“Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb a reward.” - Proverbs 127:3

Preparing For A Baby

Hey friends! It was an absolute honor and joy to have the lovely Sarah Therese on the show today!  Join us as we chat about everything from motherhood, marriage boundaries, goals by the time we're 30 and so much more!  Thank you for being here and God bless!Get 20% off your dime beauty co order with code "myhouse20" at dimebeautyco.comStart building better habits for healthier, long-term results at noom.com/myhouseGet a free gift set worth up to fifty dollars with your first order at grove.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"Truly I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.  Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven." - Matthew 18:3-4

GIRL TALK: Sarah Therese

Hey friends!  It's crazy to think this is our 101st episode together!!  Since we've hit this milestone, we thought it would be a good idea to re-center one of our As For Me and My House "House Rules" by sharing about ways we implement hospitality to those around us.  We specifically titled this episode PRACTICING Hospitality, because it is something that takes time and effort.  Even if God has gifted you with a heart to be hospitable, sometimes we get so lost in the presentation or appearance of hospitality that we lose sight of the reason we do it in the first place.  Tune in to some of the Scriptural references and our two cents on how we can be people who generously serve and open our homes up to others for the glory of God.A big thank you to today's sponsors!SimpliSafe:  Get a free indoor security camera plus 20% off with Interactive Monitoring at simplisafe.com/myhouseOuter:  Get $300 off and free shipping at liveouter.com/myhouseBetter Help:  Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing so, some have entertained angels without knowing." - Hebrews 13:2

Practicing Hospitality

Hey AFM+MH Fam!  Can you believe this is our 100th episode?!  Your love and support over the years have blessed us beyond words.  We are forever grateful to you all.  In celebration of our 100th episode and as a small token of our appreciation, we would LOVE to give Starbucks coffee to the first 100 people who share this episode on their IG story! Just tag Milena, Jordan, and AFM+MH, and then send your email address in a direct message to AFM+MH on Instagram.  ALSO--be on the lookout for an exciting announcement for an opportunity with XO Marriage in the coming weeks!  Today's episode is based on a word our pastor gave last week--all about how we have "pulled weeds" in our marriage garden and replaced them with new, life-giving seeds.  Marriage takes work, but that work yields some of the most beautiful harvests imaginable when we trust the Lord and put Him first in all things.A big thank you to Fabric Insurance for sponsoring today's episode!  Protect your family with term life insurance now, in just 10 minutes.  Apply today at meetfabric.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"My prayer is not for them alone.  I pray also for those who will believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you.  May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you have sent me.  I have given them the glory that you gave me, that they may be one as we are one." - John 17:20-22

Weeding and Seeding Your Marriage Garden

It was an absolute honor to have Mama Mandelli on the show today! Thank you to everyone who sent in questions for us to think through and hopefully provide some meaningful responses. It’s our prayer that this episode encourages you to invest in and/or restore your relationship with your mom or mother figures. God bless you and have a great weekend.Please continue in prayer for the community in Uvalde, TX. Our hearts break and words fail to convey the sorrow felt, even being as removed from the situation. God have mercy.A big thank you to this week’s sponsors:Better Help: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/myhouseAthletic Greens: Get a free one year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at AthleticGreens.com/myhouseKiwiCo: Get 30% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line with promo code “asforme” at KiwiCo.comVerse of the Day:Philippians 4:6-7 – “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

Girl Talk: Q&A With My Mama

In this episode, we explore some misconceptions many of us are familiar with and how we can change our mindset to what the Bible says about them.  Join us as we take a look at how ideas like meditation, manifestation, prayer, and identity can be properly filtered through Scripture.  We would love to hear from you in the comments about what misconceptions you are unlearning in your walk with Jesus!  Thank you for being here, and Lord bless you!A big thank you to today's show sponsors!Noom - Sign up for your trial today and get psychology-based support and motivation to reach your health goals at noom.com/myhouseGrove - Go to grove.com/myhouse today to get a free gift set worth up to fifty dollars with your first order, plus shipping is fast and free!Outer - For a limited time, get $300 off your order + free shipping at liveouter.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"Or do you presume on the riches of his kindness and forbearance and patience, not knowing that God's kindness is meant to lead you to repentance?" - Romans 2:4

Mindset Shifts to Make Today | Addressing Misconceptions We Believe

Hey, fam! Thank you so much for tuning in! We are honored you’re here, and pray this episode brings some encouragement to you as you navigate what it looks like to serve one another and meet each other’s needs in a relationship. For men, we tend to be more problem-solving-focused and seek to be “Mr. Fix-It” when our significant other wants to be heard and validated more often than not. And for women, we sometimes feel like our significant other doesn’t listen or take what we say to heart, leaving us frustrated and feeling misunderstood. Thankfully, God’s Word gives us principles to adhere to while we discover what it means to serve our spouses and meet their needs. God bless you!A big thank you to today’s sponsors!Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseSimplisafe - Claim a free indoor security camera plus 20% off with Interactive Monitoring at simplisafe.com/myhouseAthletic Greens - Get a free 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/myhouseFabric - Go to meetfabric.com/myhouse to start protecting your family todayVerse of the Day:“For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another. For the whole law is fulfilled in one word: “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” But if you bite and devour one another, watch out that you are not consumed by one another.” - Galatians‬ ‭5:13-15‬

Ways We Meet Each Other’s Needs

You asked, and we delivered. Y’all have been loving the Girl Talk segments so much, that you requested a spin-off to feature a man’s perspective on some of these topics of family and marriage as well. So Jordan sat down with one of his good friends, Chad Masters, to share a little perspective on what it means to be intentional in your family’s life as the man of the house. We couldn’t think of a better guest to have on to discuss being who God has called you to be! If you are a guy listening to this, first off—mad props to you for agreeing to watch with your wife/fiancée/girlfriend lol. We pray this episode encourages you to keep seeking the role God would have you play in your family’s lives. And if you are one of the ladies tuning in, we’d love your feedback as well on if we should do a part 2 and/or occasionally cover other topics from a guy’s perspective. Be sure to follow Chad and his wife, Tori on YouTube and Instagram, and tune into their daily devotional podcast, Mornings with the Masters where they share Biblical encouragement and wisdom to help you grow in your devotion to the Lord. Also, keep an eye out for their new show, That’s H.O.T. podcast, where Chad and Tori have Honest, Open, and Transparent conversations with other guests on where faith meets real life. Blessings to you, friends!

Being Who Your Family Needs You to Be featuring Chad Masters

Hey fam! Today’s episode is such a special one! We were honored to have Kirsten Watson join Milena to talk all things family, motherhood, and sometimes needing to slow down to ensure Christ remains central in our lives. As a mom of seven kids, wife of a professional athlete and cohost of a popular podcast, Kirsten is often asked by other women, “How do you do it?” They see her with her hands full and wonder, What keeps her going—and smiling—with everything she’s juggling? Kirsten’s answer begins with a simple first step: take a breath. The second step is also simple: lean in and understand that the Word of God gives us the breath we need to handle every situation because when we inhale God’s Word, we exhale peace. Be on the lookout for Kirsten’s new book—Sis, Take a Breath: Encouragement for the Woman Who’s Trying to Live and Love Well (but Secretly Just Wants to Take a Nap)—available everywhere on May 3rd, 2022.Verse of the Day:“Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her” - Proverbs‬ ‭31:28‬

Girl Talk: Being Who Your Family Needs You to Be featuring Kirsten Watson

Did you know that there are 365 instances throughout Bible where we are told not to worry? That’s literally one for every day of the year! It’s as if God gave us daily reasons to trust in Him for our peace and and not in our circumstances. Join us as we unpack some practical application from Scripture about how we can experience “peace that surpasses all understanding.” Also, leave a prayer request in the comments regarding something you are worried/anxious about and we will be praying for you. And feel free to respond to others’ requests as well. God bless you always!Thank you to our sponsors for bringing you today’s show—check out the links below for special savings and promotions!Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseSimplisafe - Get a free indoor security camera and 20% off with interactive monitoring at simplisafe.com/myhouseFabric - Protect your family with term life insurance now, in just 10 minutes. Apply today at meetfabric.com/myhouseGrove - Get a free gift set worth up to $50 with your first purchase and free shipping at grove.com/myhouseFollow us on IG:@asformeandmyhousepodcast@milenaciciotti @jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTubeJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House PodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouse Verse of the Day:“Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.” - ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭12:25‬

Replacing Worry with Peace

Well, we tried to be as quick as possible with these questions while still trying to do them justice, but like most things--it all depends on the length of Jordan's ranting (LOL).  We SO appreciate everyone's input and pray you are encouraged by today's episode!We want to give a big thank you to today's sponsors too!  Check out the links below for savings and specials:Better Help:  Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseFabric:  Protect your family with term life insurance at meetfabric.com/myhouseKiwico:  Get 30% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line with code "ASFORME" at kiwico.comAthletic Greens:  Get a free 1 year supply of immune-supporting vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/myhouseFollow us on IG:@asformeandmyhousepodcast@milenaciciotti @jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTubeJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House PodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouse

Rapid Fire Q&A

In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us all the way from Israel!  Meet Nava, a God-fearing wife, and mother who brings a message of encouragement for women all around the world to embody the Biblical calling to womanhood in serving, leading, and loving like Jesus.Thank you to Better Help and Simplisafe for sponsoring today's episode!Get 10% off your first month at https://BetterHelp.com/myhouseGo to https://Simplisafe.com/myhouse and claim a free indoor security camera plus 20% off with Interactive MonitoringVerse of the Day:The LORD is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold."- Psalm 18:2

Girl Talk: Staying Madly In Love With Your Spouse (Featuring Nava)

We had an incredible experience at the XO Marriage Conference and have had some time to digest all that we took away from it over the past few weeks. We want to share some of the highlights and wisdom we gleaned with you all, and we encourage you to check out XO Marriage (www.xomarriage.com) for resources to help strengthen your marriage and keep Christ central to your relationship with your spouse.A big thank you to today's sponsors—Check out exclusive deals and discounts below!BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at https://BetterHelp.com/MYHOUSEKiwiCo - Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on any crate line with code “ASFORME” at https://KiwiCo.com Follow us on IG:@asformeandmyhousepodcast@milenaciciotti @jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTubeJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House PodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouseVerse of the Day: “How beautiful and pleasant you are, O loved one, with all your delights!” ‭‭- Song of Solomon‬ ‭7:6‬

Sharing Marriage Wisdom (XO Marriage Recap)

Today’s episode is all about wisdom we’ve gleaned from people in our lives who are much wiser than us. Whether that be pastors, Bible teachers, friends, or parents, there is great value in learning and applying transferred knowledge from those who have walked in the seasons of life we are currently walking in (whether that be 5 years ago or 50 years ago). Let us know some wise scriptures or sayings that you hold near and dear to your heart. God richly bless you!A big thank you to today's sponsors—Check out exclusive deals and discounts below!BetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month at betterhelp.com/myhouseGrove Collaborative - Choose a free gift with your first order of $30 or more at https://grove.co/myhouseSimpliSafe - Claim a free indoor camera plus 20% off with Interactive Monitoring at https://simplisafe.com/myhouseFollow us on IG:@asformeandmyhousepodcast@milenaciciotti @jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTubeJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House PodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:Proverbs 11:14 -"Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety."

Best Life Advice We’ve Received

Have you ever thought that you're beyond redemption because of the things you've done? We have, and so has Melanie, our dear sister who joins us today on the podcast to share some of the most vulnerable parts of her life in an effort to obey God's prompting in her life and also as an encouragement to you that you're never beyond redemption.  God didn't wait for us to clean ourselves up to save us.  Romans 5:8 tells us that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.  He couldn't love you more than he already does!  If you've been running away from Him towards all the wrong things, call upon Him and He will rescue you.  And if you already know the Lord and feel you were once closer to God then you are now, His arms are open and eagerly waiting for your return to Him.  Tommy Nelson once said, "You are not as good a sinner as Christ is a savior," and if you need that truth in your life today, then stay tuned for today's episode, and please share it with someone who needs to be encouraged as well.  God richly bless you!A big thank you to today's sponsors!Better Help - Get 10% off your first month at https://betterhelp.com/myhouseKiwiCo - Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code "asforme" at https://kiwico.comFollow us on IG:@asformeandmyhousepodcast@milenaciciotti @jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTubeJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House PodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouse Verse of the Day:“Behold, the Lord’s hand is not shortened, that it cannot save, or his ear dull, that it cannot hear;” ‭‭- Isaiah‬ ‭59:1‬

You're Never Too Far Gone (Melanie's Testimony)

Hello you beautiful people!  It is such a joy to be back in the saddle again with you in 2022.  After taking a sabbatical from social media and content posting, we have been refreshed by God's Word and presence in some incredible ways.  In this episode, we wanted to share a little about what God is doing in our lives and bring you up to speed on things.  We are eager to see how God moves throughout 2022 in and through our AFM+MH family!A big thank you to our sponsors for today's show! Check out the links for some great savingsGet 40% off your first order AND a FREE gift at https://ThriveMarket.com/myhouse Get a free gift set worth up to $50 with your first order at https://Grove.com/myhouseGet 10% off your first month at https://BetterHelp.com/myhouseTake 20% off your entire SimpliSafe system AND your first month is free when you sign up for the interactive monitoring service at https://SimpliSafe.com/myhouseVerse of the Day:"Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert." - Isaiah 43:19

What God Has Been Revealing to Us

Hello friends! Welcome to the last episode of AFM+MH for 2021. It is bittersweet for us, but we are looking forward to refreshing and resetting for 2022! Since Milena just announced her third pregnancy before taking the month of December off, we wanted to take your questions and comments about our experiences thus far regarding pregnancy. As always, thank you SO MUCH for being here. We pray the Lord's providence over you and your family this Christmas season. See you in 2022!A BIG thank you to our show sponsors! Check out the links below for savings and specials:Songfinch - Visit Songfinch.com and use code "HOUSE" for an additional $20 off your unique, personalized songKiwiCo - Get 50% off your first month plus FREE shipping on ANY crate line with code "ASFORME" at kiwico.comBetterHelp - Get 10% off your first month by visiting betterhelp.com/myhouseFollow us on IG:Instagram.com/asformeandmyhousepodcastInstagram.com/milenaciciotti Instagram.com/jordanciciottiSubscribe to As For Me and My House Podcast and Milena’s Channel on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/c/MilenaCiciottichristianvloggerJoin our Facebook Group: As For Me and My House Podcast at https://www.facebook.com/groups/asformeandmyhousepodcastA loving environment to talk all things podcast, share prayer requests and praise reports! This is a place where we can build a community beyond a weekly podcast episode.Compassion InternationalBe a part of releasing children from poverty in Jesus’ name at compassion.com/myhouse Verse of the Day: Jeremiah 1:5 - "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations."

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