Messy Motherhood

23: Faith in the Deep End with Kelly Thomas | The Testimony and Healing from a Non-Fatal Drowning

Messy Motherhood

Show Notes

Grab your coffee and a fresh box of tissues as you come join Stephanie on the yellow submarine sofa. In this episode, Stephanie invites her dear friend, Kelly, to share the testimony/story of her daughter's non-fatal drowning.

The incident occurred while the family was attending a friend's baby shower in the summer of 2023 and in this episode, Kelly takes you through the events of what happened and how her family was able to grow and heal. The details of her story are shared with so much strength and vulnerability that you'll wish you were nearby to sit and give her a hug. She shares her testimony boldly, beautifully, and openly while also providing advice for parents. As the episode comes to a close, Stephanie and Kelly touch on resources and water safety tips.

There won't be a dry eye in the house once this episode is over and it will leave you feeling like you've found a new friend in Kelly. You'll also leave here feeling refreshed in your faith and prepared to support your kiddos as they play around bodies of water.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Finding the Right Life Jacket for My Kid More Information About Infant Swimming Resource Email Kelly Thomas: [email protected] Visit Stephanie's Blog! Connect with Stephanie on Instagram! Email Stephanie: [email protected]

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