Kayla and Lauren have been online friends for 10 years, writing and mothering in similar spaces. This conversation takes a deep dive into the relationships parents have with others who mothered our children both before and after they joined our families. Kayla writes heartfelt prayers for parents who are in need of a ministry of words in seasons of deep grief or spiritual dryness. Her top-rated Substack newsletter offers weekly breath prayers, playlists, and encouragement for raising safe and whole families.  Kayla is also the author of “Every Season Sacred” and “To Light Their Way.” With a background in journalism, she hopes to bring curiosity and compassion to how she shows up not only as a writer and podcaster but also as a neighbor, friend, and parent. She considers herself a contemplative extrovert and is the creator of the popular Liturgies for Parents Instagram and Podcast. Her wonder-shaped writing has been featured in a vast array of books, devotionals, and Bible studies. She lives in a former convent with her pastor husband, four kids, and two dogs in her Iowa hometown. ... Episode Highlights Kayla Craig Introduction (1:52) Parenting and how motherhood changes you (11:15) The formation of women in our lives (12:50) Parenting adopted children (17:52) Expanding the network of safety and influence outside the home (26:44) Recognizing the importance of people in the lives of our kids before we met them (31:40) Kayla’s second book “Every Season Sacred” and spiritual rhythms (36:40) ... For more information, details, and episode transcriptions, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠upwardlydependent.com/shownotes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. ... Links Kindred Exchange - Become a monthly donor to support this show and our mission Think Orphan - Learn more and listen to the podcast Emmaus House - Learn more about their work with orphaned youth in Haiti  Kayla’s Personal InstagramLiturgies for Parents Instagram Liturgies for Parents Podcast - Tune into Kayla’s podcast for a moment of peace in the chaos of life. “Every Season Sacred” - Reflections, Prayers, And Invitations To Nourish Your Soul And Nurture Your Family Throughout The Year “To Light Their Way” - A Collection of Prayers & Liturgies for Parents Liturgies for Parents Top Substack - Follow along with Kayla’s weekly newsletter, playlists, and breath prayers ... Connect with Lauren ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ / ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Kayla Instagram / Facebook / Substack