The Pregnancy to Parenting Show with Elizabeth Joy

February is Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Month and Korteney Stahler comes on to share the story of her little girl.  CHD is the most common birth defect yet we aren't taught to look for the signs.  Jordan Farrand then comes on to share her struggle with hyperemesis gravidarum with her last two pregnancies. She also shares her crazy car birth story! Connect with Elizabeth : Instagram   Sponsor...

How does sleep affect your life? It filters into all areas and that is why it is so important. Christine Lawler, a Marriage, Sex and Sleep Therapist, gives us tools and resources on how all three can coexist.    Connect with Christine : Connect with Elizabeth : Miraculous Mamas Instagram   Sponsors: Betabrand 20% off

PMS is common, but it is definitely not normal.  Dr. Jolene Brighten is a women's healthcare expert and best selling author.  She has a true passion to get to the root causes of women's pressing health issues.  PCOS is a problem many women face. Why does it take two years to diagnose?  She also gives us some tips to finding the right prenatal vitamins! Connect with Dr. Brighten :  On Instagram Con...

Andrea Marcellus is on this episode sharing her story and break-through that changed her and her client's lives.  "Eight years ago, Andrea began breaking rules – should's, conventions, expectations – to develop a more rewarding approach to life. The result is her 5 Life Strategies – a code that yields amazing results, both for herself and her clients - physically, professionally and personally." C...

Kellie Baille is a Speech Pathologist and Mindfulness Expert.  She joins Elizabeth this episode to talk about mindfulness in kids and how it can start in with the parent.  Baille gives us tons of insights into how to incorporate into our lives and is joined by her daughter, Hannah, to share with us their book "Some Days I Flip My Lid." Connect with Elizabeth : On Instagram Connect with Kellie : Sp...

It is the first episode of the New Year and it starts off with Elizabeth reading resolutions from the listeners for their families. She is then joined by parenting coach, Ann Kaplan. Parenting is not a one size fits all season of life but there are some steps to help make it the best! Ann gives some tools and resources for helping you become the best parent you can be.   Connect with Ann Download ...

Dr. Axe is on this episode sharing his expertise with us! He shares what he and his wife did to prepare their bodies to try to conceive. He addresses what's wrong with the Keto craze and gives tips for doing it right. What does collagen really do? He answers this and shares his expertise in Chinese medicine and herbs to help support your body. Connect with Dr Axe : Dr Axe Instagram   Connect with...

What does sexuality, leadership and healing all have to do with each other? Missy Garcia is a Life Coach focusing on relationships and sexuality.  She gives us tips and tools to access our inner power and begin to step into the women we are created to be. Connect with Missy. Missy's Instagram     Connect with Elizabeth : IG: Miraculous Mamas Sponsors: Native  for 20% off First order code: miraculo...

In this fun episode, Vito and Liz are joined by Cody and Jessica Nickson. Cody and Jessica met on Big Brother and later went on to win the Amazing Race. They bond over being competitive with your partner and pushing each other to reach their goals at the same time. We hear Cody's perspective of Jessica's birth story with Maverick and Jessica gives a tip to help new moms survive the diaper phase! T...

In this episode, Elizabeth brings on author Mark Wolynn to dive deep into inherited family trauma.  It is now scientifically proven that biology can change when traumatic events happen.  Mark talks about his book, "It Didn't Start with You," and how we can begin to break the cycles in our families.    Connect with Mark Connect with Elizabeth IG: miraculousmamas Sponsors:   Skylight promo code: mam...

November is Prematurity Awareness Month and Elizabeth brings on mama, Katie Hamby, to share her story with her twins.  We are grateful this Thanksgiving season for all the NICU staff and doctors who pay close attention to the premature babies and help care for the families going through that trying time.     Connect with Elizabeth Instagram Sponsors: HempFusion : 20% OFF & Free Shipping code: MAMA...

In this episode Elizabeth is joined by Ava's Chief Science Editor, Lindsay Meisel. They discuss fertility, contraceptives, myths and pregnancy. Lindsay also teaches us about the Ava bracelet and how it helps you learn about your body and track your fertility. Connect with Ava Connect with Ava on Instagram Connect with Elizabeth IG: Elizabeth Sponsors: Trust and Will : 10% off a complete will in 10...

It is officially Movember which means Men's Health is highlighted this month, but one thing that is less talked about is sperm health! There is so much recent research on the importance of sperm health and how it can have a long lasting affect on your future children. Liz brings on Brianna and Richelle to talk about why they invented NutraVerve, a prenatal for males.  They are the first in Canada...

Forty-three percent of women drop out of the workforce when becoming a mother due to lacks of options.  Claudia dives deep with us into how to create your own options and how to make your experience as a mother work on a job resume.  Mothers are forced to take lesser job titles due to taking time off to raise kids. Claudia addresses this and more in this episode!   Connect with Claudia   Connect w...

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. So Katie Zeppieri is here to tell us how she is making a difference. Katie has an amazing story and used it to start the biggest girl talk empowerment day across Canada. The bullying rate has drastically increased over the last 20 years and we set the examples to our children to stop it. Katie gives us tips if your kid is getting bullied or if they ar...

Shawn Johnson East, Olympic Gold Medalist and former winner of Dancing with the Stars, to talk about her pregnancy journey.  She talks about preparing mentally and physically for delivery and motherhood.  Aubrey Jones then comes on to tell us her two very different birth stories.  Connect with Shawn Connect with Elizabeth IG: miraculousmamas Sponsors: Native  for 20% off First order code: babies

We are celebrating Indigenous People's Day by giving voice to Native women to share their stories and educate us on how to be more aware on this day. New mother and Native women's advocate, Cali Wolf, comes on to share history, culture and stories with us to shed light on the lack of resources women have on reservation land leading more illnesses and deaths. Nicolle Gonzales, who is a midwife, com...

In this episode, Elizabeth brings on Occupational Therapist, Katie Crosby also known as Thriving Littles on social media.  She answers listeners questions and dives into dealing with tantrums to milestone comparison.  She works with the body and emotions of kids and inner kids.  She helps answer why moms compare and how to stop and how to help your children work through their emotions. Connect wit...

In this episode,  Elizabeth  brings on two guests to help educate us on the benefits of yoga and how to use it in the various stages of our lives.  Jennifer Cohen Harper wrote a children's book and helps children heal through trauma using yoga as a tool.  Hannah Day then teaches us about moga (yoga for moms).  She helps women prepare for birth mentally and physically with yoga.  She also teaches m...

Elizabeth is joined this episode by Anna and Lindy who started The Love Powered Co, a company empowering positive self-talk, confidence and affirmations for parenting, teens and every day life.  They share their hard work to get the business off the ground and their vision to empower more women globally.  This episode will leave you inspired to chase your dreams and join the growing field of power...

Elizabeth brings on Jen Pratt, a Pediatric Hospitalist who is a survivor of childhood cancer.  She serves as a medical advisor for Make A Wish inspired that her wish was granted through the organization.  Then, Savanna Tate comes on to share the story of her some Hayes. The strength and courage displayed in the Tate family will inspire you as we spread Childhood Cancer Awareness.   Connect with Sa...

Elizabeth brings on Megan from Feeding Littles to answer questions on baby led weening, picky eaters and if one bite of broccoli really counts.  She is a dietician and has a practice with her partner who is a feeding therapist.  Megan is passionate about creating healthy relationships with food within our families and homes. Connect with Megan : IG: feedinglittles Connect with Elizabeth : IG: mira...

In this episode, Elizabeth brings on her sister for moral support and Dr. Patrick Flynn to go over her test results.  Dr. Patrick Flynn was on the podcast a few months ago to talk about balancing hormones and stress.  Elizabeth decides to take a food allergy test and do a hormone panel and finds out some crazy results.     Connect with Elizabeth : IG: miraculousmamas  

Did you know that over the last 80 years sperm quality has decreased by 60%?  The male contribution to fertility is vital and often left out of the conversation. In this episode, fertility expert Lisa Hendrickson-Jack busts fertility myths and gives us four tips for prepping for pregnancy.  What does your cycle tell you about your health?  It may be telling you more than you think!   Connect with...

In this episode, Elizabeth brings on Amie Jay known as Mommy's Inside Voice to the Instagram world.  She takes motherhood seriously and addresses it comically.  She is a life doula, mental health advocate and truth speaker.  She shares her story of becoming a mother and why she is so passionate about creating a community of like minded people.