The Waiting Well - Infertility, Faith-based Encouragement, Trying to Conceive, Fertility
Courtney Duinker, Infertility Warrior, Wellness Coach, Mentor for TTC Women
83 episodes
1 week ago
Are you constantly asking God, why me? Why am I not getting pregnant? Why I am going through infertility?
Are you scouring the internet for answers for how to navigate infertility and trying to conceive as a Christian? Are you looking for faith-based support on your fertility journey because no one in your circle really knows what you’re going through? Do you wish you could be at peace with God, your story, and learn to see the goodness of God in your waiting season?
In this podcast, you will find faith-based encouragement and support for your TTC & infertility journey, whether you’re navigating IVF, IUI, fertility treatments or simply just waiting, you do NOT have to walk this road alone.
Hi, I’m Courtney Duinker, host of the Waiting Well Podcast… I remember how it felt five years in to our infertility story, standing in the aisle of Target right after a failed IUI treatment, holding back tears as I reached for a box of tampons when a couple who was clearly expecting came down the aisle. They were smiling as they talked while holding a new pack of diapers. My heart sank. I couldn’t help the one question bubbling to the surface as my heartache over not conceiving overwhelmed me…. will it ever be my turn? I felt forgotten, lost and wanted to tap out of the roller coaster of infertility we seemed to be stuck on.
I didn’t know how to find peace with God. I wrestled to believe or see His goodness. And at one point, my faith felt completely shattered. I felt so alone in our pain & suffering. As we faced questions around treatment options, I was so confused. What was God’s plan? What were we supposed to do? I so desperately wanted to honor God even with our fertility journey. But I wrestled with how.
This is what led to creating The Waiting Well.
A virtual “well” where TTC women can come together and be equipped with God’s Word, encouraged, challenged and ultimately supported as we learn to wait well on God’s timing.
Each week I’ll share faith-based encouragement from my own infertility journey, provide information from expert guests on navigating infertility/TTC, powerful testimonials, answer common questions with scripture and share top tips on stewarding your health through this demanding journey.
My mission is to equip you to live an “even if” life… Even if God doesn’t answer my prayer, or grant me this desire to be a mother, I will still praise Him. He is still good. And my life, my identity, my worth is a sure thing I find in Him alone.
If you are ready to take back control of your life, find peace with God, joy in the in-between spaces and thrive in your waiting season, then meet me at the well girl. We’ve got some intentional growth to do.
Connect with Me:
Instagram: @sownwithstrength
Work Virtually w/ Me on your Health + Fitness Goals: https://bit.ly/healthywithcourt
The Waiting Well Free FB Community Group: https://bit.ly/waitingwellcommunity
Join my Email List & Receive a Freebie (my Fav 5 Bible Verses to Help You in the Wait): https://bit.ly/purposeinthewait
Email: hello@thewaitingwellpodcast.com
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Are you constantly asking God, why me? Why am I not getting pregnant? Why I am going through infertility?
Are you scouring the internet for answers for how to navigate infertility and trying to conceive as a Christian? Are you looking for faith-based support on your fertility journey because no one in your circle really knows what you’re going through? Do you wish you could be at peace with God, your story, and learn to see the goodness of God in your waiting season?
In this podcast, you will find faith-based encouragement and support for your TTC & infertility journey, whether you’re navigating IVF, IUI, fertility treatments or simply just waiting, you do NOT have to walk this road alone.
Hi, I’m Courtney Duinker, host of the Waiting Well Podcast… I remember how it felt five years in to our infertility story, standing in the aisle of Target right after a failed IUI treatment, holding back tears as I reached for a box of tampons when a couple who was clearly expecting came down the aisle. They were smiling as they talked while holding a new pack of diapers. My heart sank. I couldn’t help the one question bubbling to the surface as my heartache over not conceiving overwhelmed me…. will it ever be my turn? I felt forgotten, lost and wanted to tap out of the roller coaster of infertility we seemed to be stuck on.
I didn’t know how to find peace with God. I wrestled to believe or see His goodness. And at one point, my faith felt completely shattered. I felt so alone in our pain & suffering. As we faced questions around treatment options, I was so confused. What was God’s plan? What were we supposed to do? I so desperately wanted to honor God even with our fertility journey. But I wrestled with how.
This is what led to creating The Waiting Well.
A virtual “well” where TTC women can come together and be equipped with God’s Word, encouraged, challenged and ultimately supported as we learn to wait well on God’s timing.
Each week I’ll share faith-based encouragement from my own infertility journey, provide information from expert guests on navigating infertility/TTC, powerful testimonials, answer common questions with scripture and share top tips on stewarding your health through this demanding journey.
My mission is to equip you to live an “even if” life… Even if God doesn’t answer my prayer, or grant me this desire to be a mother, I will still praise Him. He is still good. And my life, my identity, my worth is a sure thing I find in Him alone.
If you are ready to take back control of your life, find peace with God, joy in the in-between spaces and thrive in your waiting season, then meet me at the well girl. We’ve got some intentional growth to do.
Connect with Me:
Instagram: @sownwithstrength
Work Virtually w/ Me on your Health + Fitness Goals: https://bit.ly/healthywithcourt
The Waiting Well Free FB Community Group: https://bit.ly/waitingwellcommunity
Join my Email List & Receive a Freebie (my Fav 5 Bible Verses to Help You in the Wait): https://bit.ly/purposeinthewait
Email: hello@thewaitingwellpodcast.com
76 | When the Line Fades: Understanding Chemical Pregnancy and Finding Purpose in the Pain
The Waiting Well - Infertility, Faith-based Encouragement, Trying to Conceive, Fertility
20 minutes
1 month ago
76 | When the Line Fades: Understanding Chemical Pregnancy and Finding Purpose in the Pain
If you’ve ever seen a faint positive line on a pregnancy test—only to start your period days later—you’re not alone. What you experienced may have been a chemical pregnancy, one of the most common and heartbreaking forms of early miscarriage. In this episode, Courtney gently walks you through what a chemical pregnancy is, why faint lines sometimes fade, and how to process the emotional and spiritual weight of that loss.
You’ll learn how to find purpose in the pain, discover the difference between forcing joy and choosing to rejoice, and see how Paul’s example of rejoicing in suffering can anchor your heart when life doesn’t go as planned.
This episode is an invitation to grieve honestly, rejoice intentionally, and remember that God is near—even when the line fades.
Whether you’re walking through early miscarriage, navigating the uncertainty of TTC, or supporting a friend through loss, you’ll leave with biblical truth, gentle encouragement, and hope that heals.
🙏 Scriptures Mentioned:
Philippians 4:4–7
Romans 5:3–5
2 Corinthians 12:7–10
1 Thessalonians 5:16–18
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✨ Brand-new mini course, Peace in the Wait — created just for women in the two week wait after ovulation, IUI, or IVF. If you’re longing for daily encouragement and structure to stay grounded in truth, this will bless you deeply.
📖 Scriptures mentioned: Isaiah 26:3, Psalm 131:2
👉 Links & Resources:
Enroll in Peace in the Wait Mini Course: https://stan.store/coduinker/p/peace-in-the-wait
Follow me on Instagram: @thewaitingwellpodcast
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This Christ-centered 8-week mentorship is designed to help Christian women navigating infertility move from spiritual exhaustion and emotional isolation to deep-rooted peace, heart-level healing, and unshakable trust in God—no matter the outcome.
Here’s what you’ll receive:
✅ 8 weeks of guided mentorship through The Waiting Well Framework✅ Weekly live Zoom sessions with Courtney + replays✅ Daily devotional prompts (M–F) to renew your mind with God’s truth✅ Reflective journaling exercises and soul-care homework✅ Access to a private support community with women walking the same road✅ Bonus training on navigating grief, disappointment, and unanswered prayer✅ Ongoing access to all materials after the live cohort ends✅ A safe space to process pain and rediscover God’s goodness in the wait
Cost:💵 $497 one-time paymentOR💳 2 monthly payments of $250
➡️ Ready to say yes to healing and hope?
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🤍 Faith-Filled Masterclasses:
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💌 Let’s Stay Connected:
📲 Follow me on Instagram for daily encouragement and behind-the-scenes: @thewiatingwellpodcast📬 Email: hello@courtneyduinker.com🌐 Website: courtneyduinker.com
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The Waiting Well - Infertility, Faith-based Encouragement, Trying to Conceive, Fertility
Are you constantly asking God, why me? Why am I not getting pregnant? Why I am going through infertility?
Are you scouring the internet for answers for how to navigate infertility and trying to conceive as a Christian? Are you looking for faith-based support on your fertility journey because no one in your circle really knows what you’re going through? Do you wish you could be at peace with God, your story, and learn to see the goodness of God in your waiting season?
In this podcast, you will find faith-based encouragement and support for your TTC & infertility journey, whether you’re navigating IVF, IUI, fertility treatments or simply just waiting, you do NOT have to walk this road alone.
Hi, I’m Courtney Duinker, host of the Waiting Well Podcast… I remember how it felt five years in to our infertility story, standing in the aisle of Target right after a failed IUI treatment, holding back tears as I reached for a box of tampons when a couple who was clearly expecting came down the aisle. They were smiling as they talked while holding a new pack of diapers. My heart sank. I couldn’t help the one question bubbling to the surface as my heartache over not conceiving overwhelmed me…. will it ever be my turn? I felt forgotten, lost and wanted to tap out of the roller coaster of infertility we seemed to be stuck on.
I didn’t know how to find peace with God. I wrestled to believe or see His goodness. And at one point, my faith felt completely shattered. I felt so alone in our pain & suffering. As we faced questions around treatment options, I was so confused. What was God’s plan? What were we supposed to do? I so desperately wanted to honor God even with our fertility journey. But I wrestled with how.
This is what led to creating The Waiting Well.
A virtual “well” where TTC women can come together and be equipped with God’s Word, encouraged, challenged and ultimately supported as we learn to wait well on God’s timing.
Each week I’ll share faith-based encouragement from my own infertility journey, provide information from expert guests on navigating infertility/TTC, powerful testimonials, answer common questions with scripture and share top tips on stewarding your health through this demanding journey.
My mission is to equip you to live an “even if” life… Even if God doesn’t answer my prayer, or grant me this desire to be a mother, I will still praise Him. He is still good. And my life, my identity, my worth is a sure thing I find in Him alone.
If you are ready to take back control of your life, find peace with God, joy in the in-between spaces and thrive in your waiting season, then meet me at the well girl. We’ve got some intentional growth to do.
Connect with Me:
Instagram: @sownwithstrength
Work Virtually w/ Me on your Health + Fitness Goals: https://bit.ly/healthywithcourt
The Waiting Well Free FB Community Group: https://bit.ly/waitingwellcommunity
Join my Email List & Receive a Freebie (my Fav 5 Bible Verses to Help You in the Wait): https://bit.ly/purposeinthewait
Email: hello@thewaitingwellpodcast.com
