Waiting in Hope Infertility Podcast

S.3 E.10 Behind the Mic: What Season 3 Taught Us

In this special Season 3 wrap-up of Waiting in Hope: The Infertility Podcast, hosts Jaclyn Toscas and Kelley Ramsey reflect on the powerful stories shared this season and the lasting impact of each guest. From Candice and Dani's raw vulnerability to the McMinns' deeply honest marriage journey, this episode is a look back at the hard-won wisdom, honest emotions, and deep hope that emerged through every conversation. Even in the depths of pain, God’s faithfulness was on display—and His nearness was undeniable. Jaclyn and Kelley unpack recurring themes, lessons learned, scriptures that anchored them, and how listeners can keep holding on when hope feels far. 💬 In this Episode, Jaclyn and Kelley discuss: * The beauty of grief and joy coexisting * How vulnerability invites deeper spiritual encounters * Dani’s honesty in adoption and longing for biological motherhood * Candice’s experience of God’s provision—even in the ER * The McMinns’ reminder to suffer together in marriage * Why isolation is the enemy’s playground and community is vital * Scripture truths that carry us through seasons of waiting 📖 Psalm 56:8 – “You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book.” This episode is a tender reminder that you’re not alone. Your grief is not wasted. And even in the ache—God is near. From this Episode: * Bottle of Tears [https://www.bottleoftears.com/] * Isaiah 30 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%2030%3A19-21&version=NIV], Proverbs 14:30 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Proverbs%2014%3A30&version=NIV]  * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online support group, or start one near you. * Special gift to our listeners 25% off Waiting Well Together, an Online Couples Retreat [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/plans/131728?bundle_token=ff0aaaee8bf0351f3ed82b1b90699242&utm_source=manual], use code: MARRIAGE * Order the hardcopy at a discounted price while supplies last! Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God through Infertility [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/book]  🎧 If this Episode has touched your Heart: 👉 Share this episode with someone walking through infertility. 📝  Leave a review or rate the podcast to help others find it.   💬 Reach out on Instagram @waiting.in.hope [http://waiting.in.hope]—we love hearing from you.  📩 Need support? Join Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1], our private membership site with resources and a caring community. Connect with us: Waiting in Hope Ministries [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waiting.in.hope] | Waiting in Hope Blog [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/blog]⁠ [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | ⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1]

S.3 E.9 Embracing 15 Years of Waiting with Candice Kelm (Part 3)

In this Waiting in Hope: The Infertility Podcast episode, hosts Jaclyn Toscas and Kelley Ramsey finish their conversation with Candice Kelm, and we reflect on the milestones of her journey—the joy of pregnancy after loss, the grief that shaped her, and the strength of her faith. Candice shares how God met her in the pain, the power of naming her son Jet Hezekiah, and the healing found in vulnerability. A tender reminder that hope remains, even when the story doesn’t unfold as expected. In this final episode of our 3-part series with Candice Kelm, we journey with her through the milestones that mark her path—both joyful and painful. From the heartbreak of miscarriage to the celebration of life, Candice shares the raw truth of grief and the unwavering hope she’s found in God. Candice’s testimony is a beacon of hope and a reminder that God is near in every chapter of the story—even the ones written with tears. 🔗 Be sure to listen to Parts 1 & 2 if you missed them, and check the show notes for helpful resources, related links, and more encouragement from the Waiting in Hope community. 🎧If Candice’s story spoke to your heart, don’t walk through this season alone. 👉 Share this episode with a friend who needs encouragement. 💬 Reach out to us on Instagram @waitinginhope and let us know how this series has impacted you. 📩 And if you’re looking for more support, check out the Waiting in Hope Connections —a membership site with resources, courses, and a caring community waiting to walk alongside you. Let’s keep holding on to hope—together. From this Episode: * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online support group, or start one near you. * Get a special gift to our listeners 25% off Waiting Well Together, an Online Couples Retreat [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/plans/131728?bundle_token=ff0aaaee8bf0351f3ed82b1b90699242&utm_source=manual], use code: MARRIAGE * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online support group, or start one near you. * Order the hardcopy at a discounted price while supplies last! Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God through Infertility [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/book]  Guest Info: * Candice Kelm lives in Bryan, Texas with her husband Brent, and fur pup. She is a school teacher and the head leader of the WIH Ministries online support group.  * Follow her @cmkelm07 [https://www.instagram.com/cmkelm07] Connect with us: Waiting in Hope [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waiting.in.hope] @waiting.in.hope [http://waiting.in.hope] | Waiting in Hope Blog [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/blog] www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com] Join our private membership site, Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1], for more community.

S.3 E.8 Embracing 15 Years of Waiting with Candice Kelm (Part 2)

In this episode of Waiting in Hope: The Infertility Podcast, hosts Jaclyn Toscas and Kelley Ramsey continue their discussion with Candice Kelm in Part 2 of a three-part series. Candice shares her insights on the emotional complexities of infertility, the importance of vulnerability, and the necessity of processing grief, whether alone, in groups, or with a therapist. She also discusses her family's unique journey with embryo adoption, the challenges they faced, and the emotional ups and downs of transfers and miscarriages. Candice reflects on how infertility influenced her career as a teacher and her decision to prioritize her family's journey. This episode compassionately explores the realities of infertility and reminds listeners they are not alone in their grief or hope. From this episode: * Nightlight Christian Adoption Agency [https://nightlight.org/] & Nightlight Snowflake Embryo Adoption [https://nightlight.org/snowflakes-embryo-adoption-donation/] * Find a Christian Counselor here [https://www.psychologytoday.com/]. * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online support group, or start one near you. * Order the hardcopy at a discounted price while supplies last! Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God through Infertility [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/book]  Guest Info: * Candice Kelm lives in Bryan, Texas with her husband Brent, and fur pup. She is a school teacher and the head leader of the WIH Ministries online support group.  * Follow her @cmkelm07 [https://www.instagram.com/cmkelm07] Connect with us: Waiting in Hope [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waiting.in.hope] @waiting.in.hope [http://waiting.in.hope] | Waiting in Hope Blog [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/blog] www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com] Join our private membership site, Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1], for more community.

S.3 E.7 Embracing 15 Years of Waiting with Candice Kelm (Part 1)

In this episode of Waiting in Hope: The Infertility Podcast, hosts Jacqueline Toscas and Kelley Ramsey welcome their dear friend and WIH online support group leader, Candice Kelm. She shares her heartfelt journey over 15 years of infertility, candidly highlighting the ups and downs she faced along the way. From multiple failed IUIs, a diagnosis of endometriosis, the emotional toll of waiting, and the unexpected decision-making leading to embryo adoption. Throughout the conversation, Candice emphasizes the invaluable lessons learned while seeking God’s best for each step of their journey. You’ll be encouraged, challenged, and inspired by her story and God's grace and faithfulness throughout their experiences.  From this episode: * Listen to past episodes: Making the “Right” Choice [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4cheyzwoz4MHNoyPFYLS83?si=a6d9c0d622864b1c] & Should We Do IVF? [https://open.spotify.com/episode/4QubIoB0iPud0wo6C06RHm?si=c313c87fef4c42c0] * Get a special gift to our listeners 25% off Waiting Well Together, an Online Couples Retreat [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/plans/131728?bundle_token=ff0aaaee8bf0351f3ed82b1b90699242&utm_source=manual], use code: MARRIAGE * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online support group, or start one near you. * Order the hardcopy at a discounted price while supplies last! Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God through Infertility [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/book]  Guest Info: * Candice Kelm lives in Bryan, Texas with her husband Brent, and fur pup. She is a school teacher and the head leader of the WIH Ministries online support group.  * Follow her @cmkelm07 [https://www.instagram.com/cmkelm07] Connect with us: Waiting in Hope [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waiting.in.hope] @waiting.in.hope [http://waiting.in.hope] | Waiting in Hope Blog [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/blog] www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com] Join our private membership site, Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1], for more community.

S.3 E.6 The Key to Surviving Infertility in Marriage with the McMinns (Part 2)

In this episode of Waiting in Hope: The Infertility Podcast, co-host Kelley Ramsey presents part two of her interview with Christy and Jeremy McMinn, who share their experiences and 10+ year infertility journey. They emphasize the importance of prioritizing their marriage above trying for a baby and encourage others to find hope amidst their struggles. They remind us that even if God is still good, we can wait purposefully and make the most of our waiting season. The conversation culminates in the joy of parenthood after a decade of waiting, reinforcing the truth that God has a purpose and is constantly at work during every season of life. From this episode: * Psalms 56:8 [https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm%2056%3A8&version=NLT] * Get a special gift to our listeners 25% off Waiting Well Together, an Online Couples Retreat [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/plans/131728?bundle_token=ff0aaaee8bf0351f3ed82b1b90699242&utm_source=manual], use code: MARRIAGE * Click here to find a support group [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/groups] in your area, join the online group, or start one near you. * Order the hardcopy at a discounted price while supplies last! Waiting in Hope: 31 Reflections for Walking with God through Infertility [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/book]  Guest Info: * Jeremy and Christy McMinn live in North Houston, where they enjoy BBQing together and cherishing time with their son, an answered prayer after more than 10 years of waiting. * Click here for a video about their story [https://youtu.be/ox5Pt_tOuWA?si=vQcgXSIq9m3Q8G6Y] from their church, Church Project   * Follow them at Love BBQ, Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/lovebbqtx/] & Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/LoveBBQTX/about_details] Connect with us: Waiting in Hope [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/] | Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/Waiting.in.Hope/] | Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/waiting.in.hope] @waiting.in.hope [http://waiting.in.hope] | Waiting in Hope Blog [https://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com/blog] www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com [http://www.waitinginhopeinfertility.com] Join our private membership site, Waiting in Hope Connection [https://waiting-in-hope-connection.mn.co/?autojoin=1], for more community.