The holidays can deepen the ache of estrangement. In this episode, Nicole Coates shares how estranged moms can navigate the holiday season with honesty, faith, and gentleness. Through the story of Mary and the unexpected realities of motherhood, Nicole offers encouragement for mothers carrying grief, unanswered prayers, and disrupted dreams. You’ll hear practical ways to protect your heart, set healthy boundaries, stay connected to safe community, and allow joy to exist without guilt—even in the midst of loss.

00:00 Embracing Joy and Grace

00:10 Embroidery Adventures and Holiday Preparations

01:59 Reflecting on Motherhood and Mary

05:50 Finding Joy in Unexpected Places

08:03 Navigating the Holidays with Estrangement

09:18 Practical Tips for the Holiday Season

12:48 Concluding Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

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This podcast is created for moms walking through estrangement — a place to be understood, encouraged, and reminded you’re not alone.

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Waiting can feel unbearable—especially in estrangement. In this episode, Nicole Coates shares why these seasons are sacred and how God works in the waiting, even when nothing seems to change. Through Scripture and the story of Hagar, you’ll find hope for the wilderness you’re walking through.

Mentioned in this episode:
Finding Hope in the Heartbreak: A Prayer Workbook for Moms of Estranged or Distant Kids

• Digital download: HERE

• Amazon: HERE

Timestamps
00:00 The Holiness of Waiting
00:28 Life Updates and Media Encounters
01:36 Emotional Aftermath and Reflections
04:26 Introduction to the Prayer Workbook
05:17 The Importance of Reading the Bible
09:02 Biblical Examples of Doubt and Faith
14:50 God's Patience and Guidance
16:34 Finding Peace in the Wilderness
20:49 Conclusion and Encouragement

Support the show

Connect with me on Instagram: @heygirl.itsnicole
And explore more resources for estranged moms at nicolecoates.com.

If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps other moms find the support they’ve been praying for.

This podcast is created for moms walking through estrangement — a place to be understood, encouraged, and reminded you’re not alone.

If you’re looking for deeper connection and support, come join us inside Between Hope & Heartbreak, a faith-centered community for estranged moms-Join here

In this episode, Nicole opens up about the deep valleys so many estranged moms find themselves in—those seasons where heartbreak, confusion, and grief collide. Using Billy Graham’s powerful reminder that “mountaintops are for views and inspiration, but fruit is grown in the valleys,” she shares how God uses the lowest places to grow resilience, faith, and hope.

Nicole also shares practical steps for staying rooted in faith during hard seasons and highlights resources in her community, including devotionals and an online support group for moms facing estrangement. This episode is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and trust that God meets you in the valley, not just on the mountaintop.

God is with you: “For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” —Joshua 1:9

God will give you rest: “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.” —Matthew 11:28

God will give you peace: “Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand.” —Philippians 4:7

God will work all things for good: “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God…” —Romans 8:28

God will renew your strength: “But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength…” —Isaiah 40:31

God gives wisdom when you ask: “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you.” —James 1:5

God will comfort you in your pain: “He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.” —2 Corinthians 1:4

God’s love will never leave you: “Nothing in all creation will ever be able to separate us from the love of God…” —Romans 8:39

God will finish what He started in you: “God, who began the good work within you, will continue his work…” —Philippians 1:6

00:00 Introduction and Inspirational Quote

00:20 Personal Update and Thanksgiving Reflections

02:24 Navigating Estrangement with Faith

04:19 God's Promises and Finding Hope

07:09 Practical Steps and Encouragement

15:28 Conclusion and Community Support

Support the show

Connect with me on Instagram: @heygirl.itsnicole
And explore more resources for estranged moms at nicolecoates.com.

If this episode encouraged you, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review — it helps other moms find the support they’ve been praying for.

This podcast is created for moms walking through estrangement — a place to be understood, encouraged, and reminded you’re not alone.

If you’re looking for deeper connection and support, come join us inside Between Hope & Heartbreak, a faith-centered community for estranged moms-Join here