I Did Not Sign Up For This

This week we chat with Jen and Shelby.  Jens daughter was killed at a dayhome just before her second birthday - Shelby, a police officer connected with her about making changes to the dayhome/daycare system and today they run Mackenzys Legacy.  You can find out more about them on IG @mackenzyslegacy and their website www.mackenzyslegacy.com If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving us a...

TW: Discussion of sexual assault and attempted suicide.  This week we talk with Makenzie about her experience with sexual assault, attempted suicide, and her road to recovery. You can follow Makenzie on IG and Tiktok @makenziemadisonn  Don't forget to follow us on the socials  Tiktok @Ididnotsignupforthis.pod IG @Ididnotsignupforthis.podcast FB @ididnotsuft Patreon.com/Ididnotsignupforthis www...

Trigger warning: this episode deals with the topic of suicide.  This week we talk with Victoria who shares her story of losing her husband to suicide and the work she's doing to help other widows work through trauma and grief.  You can find Victoria on IG @the_yogi_mami and @victoria.anne.moore  Her websites are www.victoriaannemoore.com and www.yogimami.com   Please consider leaving us a revi...

This week we chat with Melissa, mom to Timothy who was born with Lebers Congenital Amaurosis. LCA CRB1 is a rare inherited eye disease. Melissa shares what it was like to get this diagnosis, and what raising a blind child has been like.  You can follow along on Melissa and Timothys journey on IG @happinessisblind  Don't forget to check our socials out IG @ididnotsignupforthis.podcast Tiktok @I...

This week we chat with Kayleigh, who shares her story of surviving an Amniotic Fluid Embolism during the birth of her son.   You can follow Kayleighs journey on IG and Tiktok @thebirthtrauma_mama  If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider leaving us a review on Apple podcast, or wherever you listen.  You can find us at Patreon.com/ididnotsignupforthis IG @ididnotsignupforthis.podcast  Tiktok @i...

TW: this episode deals with suicide and may not be suitable for all listeners.  This week we talk with Sarita who shared her love story with Mark, their beautiful family and his tragic death. She also shared the dangers of steroid use and withdrawal.  You can learn more about Saritas story on her IG @shine_bright_like_a_diamond_xx If you enjoyed this episode please leave us a review on Apple podca...

This week Michelle and I get real about Mother's Day - is this Holiday all that its cracked up to be, or is it a day destined to be filled with disappointment?  Hands up if you'd rather take part in our new holiday - Anna Jarvis Day!  Chime in on any of our socials and let us know what you think. IG @Ididnotsignupforthis.podcast FB @I did not sign up for this (click to join the private dis...

This week we chat with Sara who turned her life around after becoming addicted to heroin and getting in trouble with the law.   You can follow Saras journey on IG and Tiktok @saraboo72  Don't forget to leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts! We can be found at patreon.com/ididnotsignupforthis IG @Ididnotsignupforthis.podcast Tiktok @ididnotsignupforthis.pod FB @Ididnotsignupforthis J...

This week we talk with Abbie, who had to fight for a diagnosis after an accident, and is now learning to live with epilepsy and POTS.  Let us know what you thought of her incredible story!  You can find Abbie on IG and Tiktok @abbie.stracher  If you're interested in helping Abbie reach her goal of getting a service animal, please check out her gofundme https://gofund.me/7dcf3dd7 Enjoying this...

April 18th- 24th is Canadian Infertility Awareness Week, so we partnered with Kaeleigh MacDonald about her experience with infertility.  For resources on infertility in Canada, please check out @fertility_Canada on IG, /fertilitymatterscanada on FB, www.unpregnantchicken.com (or /unpregnantchicken on FB).  Kaeleigh is on IG @kaeleighmacdonaldwrites  Check out Hope Anchors YYC on IG for a sweet way...

This week we chat with Elle- who was diagnosed with Schizophrenia at a young age.  We learn about the journey to diagnosis, and what it was like growing up knowing you were likely going to get it.  Elle is on a mission to spread awareness and end the stigma of Schizophrenia. You can find her on IG @elle.mcclinton and on Tiktok @that.schizo.chick  We'd love it if you'd consider leaving us a...

This week we talk with Hayden- who was in a horrific car accident leaving him with a spinal cord injury and in a wheelchair.  Hayden and his fiance didn't let this stop their wedding, and they continue to plan a wonderful future together.  You can find Hayden on IG @_thatguyinachair_ Don't forget to leave us a review on itunes and give us a follow  IG @Ididnotsignupforthis.podcast Tiktok @...

This week we catch up with Jamie - the Doctor we interviewed as our first interview ever when the pandemic first started.  If you havnt heard it yet, we suggest you go listen to episode 2 "A Doctor and a pandemic" before this one, but its not necessary.  We'd love it if you considered writing us a review wherever you download your podcasts.   Don't forget to follow us along on soci...

This week we chat with Jordan - who has joined the club that no one wanted to join...the Covid Long-hauler club.  We talk about what it was like to have Covid a year ago, and what her journey has been like since struggling with symptoms and challenges.  You can follow Jordan on her artistic journey on IG @kiboandfriends  Don't forget to share this episode, and leave us a review! We can be foun...

This week Michelle and Carling catch up on this past year since the pandemic was declared, and we also talk about acknowledging the two year anniversary of Michelles husband passing. Don't forget to interact with us on social media patreon.com/ididnotsignupforthis IG @Ididnotsignupforthis.podcast FB @Ididnotsignupforthis Tiktok @Ididnotsignupforthis.pod  Join the community over on Patreon at w...

This week we talk with Allison who tells us about her daughter Madeline and her incredible life.  Maddie was diagnosed with a brain tumour twice, and although she beat it the first time, she lost her battle at the age of 8. March 9th would have been her 18th birthday, so to keep her memory alive we dedicate today to remembering this sweet ray of sunshine.  If you would like to help keep Maddies le...

This week we chat with Kirsten- who grew up with parents battling addiction. Kirsten suffered three major losses in her life and although the road was not always easy, she surrounded herself with love from her friends and family.  If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sharing it, writing a review, and subscribing to our podcast. You can find us online Patreon.com/ididnotsignupforthis IG @Id...

This week we chat with Olivia Lewis who suffered a devastating stroke while away at University. She was diagnosed with locked in syndrome but fought her way back against doctors predictions. Olivia is now starting the New Brain Foundation to bring awareness to young people who suffer strokes and other brain injuries.  Please follow along Olivias journey on IG @newbrainfoundation and on tiktok @liv...

This week we chat with Emily - a recent widow with two young kids who shares her journey through her husbands cancer diagnosis, treatment, and end of life.   Emily has channeled her loss into helping others with their grief by developing moveTHRU.  Check her out online on IG @emilypbingham and @movethrugrief and FB @MoveThru  If you enjoyed todays episode please share it with your community, leave...

This week we chat with Erin, who survived a fluke accident when she was on break from University.  Erin has turned this tragedy into a passion for advocating for disability rights and is a true inspiration.  You can follow Erins journey on IG @erin.fieldd, Tiktok @erin.fieldd and her sweet dogs @allaboutoakleyandolive If you're enjoying our podcast, please consider writing us a review, followi...

This week we chat with Gideon who was born without arms and missing leg bones.  We hear about growing up different and how hes adapted and learned to do things differently.  You can find Gideon on Facebook, Instagram, and Tiktok @armlessbandit If you're enjoying our podcast, please consider leaving a review! We can be found on Tiktok @ididnotsignupforthis.pod IG @ididnotsignupforthis.podcast F...

This week we talk with Sarah Boland - CEO of Lifelapse and a woman documenting her journey through pregnancy loss.  You can find Sarah on IG @bolandia_ and @lifelapse_app  If you're enjoying this podcast, please consider leaving a review wherever you get your podcast.  We can be found at Merch and episodes www.ididnotsignupforthis.ca   IG @ididnotsignupforthis.podcast Tiktok @ididnotsignupfort...

This week we chat with Bri - this summer she was driving home from work when she was in a horrendous car accident leaving her dependent on a wheelchair and wearing a "halo".  We hear about the accident, the living angel that helped her, and her incredible journey to today.  You can find Bri on IG @briannaseewald and on TikTok @briannaseewald0 If you enjoyed this episode, please consider sh...

This week we chat with Tracy- the day after being proposed to by the love of her life, she came home from work to find something was very very wrong. Listen as Tracy tells us how she helped Darren recover from a stroke that erased her from his memory. If you are enjoying our podcast please consider leaving a review on itunes or wherever you get your podcast.  We can be found on www.ididnotsignupfo...

This week we talk with Sarah, who welcomed her third baby girl into the world in a whirlwind delivery.  Everything seemed perfectly normal until her youngest daughter wasn't hitting the milestones at the stages expected.  Sarah and her family would begin a long journey advocating for their daughter to get answers, and now works with families facing similar struggles.  Help us grow our podcast!...