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EXPECTANT – a New Mom’s Devotional

If you’re interested in finding out about this book, you must have an expectant heart. You either long to be on the journey of motherhood, or you’ve already begun. Or maybe you love someone who is taking her first steps in mothering. Because I know first-hand what great joy comes with becoming a mommy, I want to encourage those of you just starting out. From one mother’s heart to another, I want you to know God has a tender heart for mothers and will be with us every baby step of the way.

mom devotional for women, faith, grace, and encouragement for new mothers

What Expectant Includes for New Moms

Motherhood is one of life’s greatest joys, but it also comes with unexpected challenges. Expectant features 40 devotionals for new moms, offering guidance and encouragement through the emotional and spiritual changes of motherhood.

Filled with warmth and wisdom, this devotional for new moms will help you:

  • Deepen your faith as you prepare for the parenting journey ahead
  • Release expectations and trust God’s plan
  • Lean into God’s promises when plans don’t go as expected
  • Strengthen your heart with Scripture and reflection questions
  • Discover practical wisdom for nurturing your baby and your heart

Order EXPECTANT on Barnes & Noble
Here is EXPECTANT for Kindle
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The audiobook is coming! 

How Expectant Encourages New Moms

Whether this is your first pregnancy or you’re welcoming another child, Expectant provides heartfelt encouragement, biblical wisdom, and real-life insights to support you in this season of motherhood.

Each devotional includes questions that invite you to pause, reflect, and grow in your faith as you prepare for the precious gift of motherhood.

Expectant is a source of hope for new moms, reminding you that God’s love surrounds you—and your baby—in every step of this journey.

“In Expectant, Julie Sanders is somehow able to capture the realities of real-life pregnancy and motherhood without crushing the wonder … turn nine months of growing bigger into nine months of going deeper with God, preparing you to be the godly mother you really want to be.” – Nancy Guthrie, author of Holding on to Hope

Faith, Encouragement, and Grace for New and Expectant Mothers

Read a sample of Expectant here. You can purchase a full copy for yourself or a new mom you love here. Expectant makes a great gift for:

  • Yourself as you prepare to welcome a little one to your life
  • An expectant mom in your neighborhood, workplace, or church
  • Your church nursery to give to new moms
  • Baby bags given to bless & resource the women in your church
  • Family members adding a new baby to your extended family
  • A daughter or granddaughter expecting a baby

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"Julie’s writings and teachings have been spiritual markers in my life. The deep knowledge of the Word she possesses, and they way in which she delivers it through her writing are deeply impactful. I would say that my favorite piece about Julie’s work is the way she speaks truth in love. She never waters down scripture to fit someone’s desires. And she does this with so much grace and compassion."

Susan - Homeschool Mom, Foster Mom & Business Consultant, Mt. Juliet, TN

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Susan - Homeschool Mom, Foster Mom & Business Consultant, Mt. Juliet, TN

"Julie’s writings and teachings have been spiritual markers in my life. The deep knowledge of the Word she possesses, and they way in which she delivers it through her writing are deeply impactful. I would say that my favorite piece about Julie’s work is the way she speaks truth in love. She never waters down scripture to fit someone’s desires. And she does this with so much grace and compassion."
https://juliesanders.org/testimonials/susan/
"Through the years and seasons of life, Julie willingly follows God's open doors and trusts Him at times when some windows have closed. I have gratefully watched, learned and gathered courage for my own following. Whether speaking, writing, or just being present, Julie's grace, wit, interests and love draw others closer in to listen and follow her in step with His grace and mercy."

Carla - Volunteer Coordinator, Harvest Church, Oswego, Illinois

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Carla - Volunteer Coordinator, Harvest Church, Oswego, Illinois

"Through the years and seasons of life, Julie willingly follows God's open doors and trusts Him at times when some windows have closed. I have gratefully watched, learned and gathered courage for my own following. Whether speaking, writing, or just being present, Julie's grace, wit, interests and love draw others closer in to listen and follow her in step with His grace and mercy."
https://juliesanders.org/testimonials/carla/
"Julie Sanders is uniquely gifted to speak the never-changing truth of God into the ever-changing lives of women. With authenticity and the confidence that grows from a journey of finding God faithful in every season, Julie calls women to find peace and comfort in Him alone."

Kristi - Women's Ministry Director, The Chapel in North Canton, Canton, OH

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Kristi - Women's Ministry Director, The Chapel in North Canton, Canton, OH

"Julie Sanders is uniquely gifted to speak the never-changing truth of God into the ever-changing lives of women. With authenticity and the confidence that grows from a journey of finding God faithful in every season, Julie calls women to find peace and comfort in Him alone."
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