The Quiet Strength Podcast

In this episode, Elizabeth welcomes back Dr. Kristy Van Kirk to discuss endocrine disruptors, everyday toxins, and how they can affect hormones, fertility, thyroid function, and overall wellness. Dr. Van Kirk shares practical, realistic steps women and families can take to lower toxin exposure without living in fear.

In this episode, I talk with Karli Wellborn about how doulas support families through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. We discuss the role of doulas, how they differ from midwives and OBs, ways they support both mothers and partners, and why postpartum care matters. Karli also shares a meaningful birth story and practical insights for growing families.

We’ve been taught that healthier hair comes from better products—but that’s only part of the story. In this episode, I explain how your hair can reflect what’s happening inside your body. From stress and hormones to nutrition, gut health, shedding, breakage, and hair growth myths, we’re unpacking the real foundations of healthy hair. Plus: why biotin isn’t always the miracle people think it is.

Most women think leaking, pain, or discomfort after having babies is just part of life… But it’s not. In this episode, I sit down with a pelvic floor therapist to talk about what’s actually going on in our bodies—and why so many of us are silently dealing with symptoms that can be healed. From postpartum recovery to common myths (hello, Kegels 👀), this is something every woman needs to hear. You...

Motherhood is one of the most meaningful roles a woman can have — but it can also be incredibly overwhelming. In this episode of The Quiet Strength Podcast, Elizabeth sits down with life coach Gwendy Hardcastle to have an honest conversation about burnout, the mental load many moms carry, and why so many mothers today feel constantly exhausted. Together they talk about the hidden pressures of moth...

Breastfeeding can be harder than anyone prepares you for — especially when you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure what’s normal. In this conversation, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Stephanie Nicholson shares practical guidance, reassurance, and the kind of support every mom deserves. If breastfeeding feels harder than you expected, this episode will answer your bigg...

What if many of the symptoms women struggle with — fatigue, mood swings, hormone imbalance, anxiety, and inflammation — could be traced back to the gut? In this episode of The Quiet Strength Podcast, Elizabeth Poe sits down with Dr. Kristy Van Kirk, a board-certified OB-GYN turned integrative health physician, to unpack why gut health is truly the foundation of overall wellness. Together, they exp...

Parenting has a way of revealing what’s really going on in our hearts — especially on hard mornings with kids. In this episode, I share a personal confession about how much my mood, routine, and impatience can shape the atmosphere of our home. When my carefully planned mornings fall apart, I’ve learned that my patience often goes with them — and my children feel it. Through reflection, Scripture,...

Many women are told that severe mood changes before their period are “just PMS”—but for some, it’s much more than that. In this episode, we break down the difference between PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) and PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder), including symptoms, severity, and how these conditions impact mental health and daily functioning. I’m joined by Tristen Wilson, a psychology major at Sam...

Postpartum depression affects more mothers than we talk about—and too often, it goes unrecognized. This podcast breaks down the difference between normal postpartum emotional changes and clinical postpartum depression, helping listeners identify symptoms, understand risk factors, and learn about effective treatment options. In this episode, I’m joined by Tristen Wilson, a psychology major at Sam H...

In this powerful part two conversation on loss, grief, and hope in Christ, I’m joined by my dear friend Shaina Fertig, who vulnerably shares her story of experiencing two miscarriages—Gideon and Gabriel. Shaina opens up about the deep sorrow of pregnancy loss, the ways she and her husband grieved together, and how her faith carried her through seasons of sadness, wrestling, and unanswered question...

This episode is for the woman carrying silent grief. If you’re walking through infertility, pregnancy loss, or the loss of fertility, you are not alone—and your grief is seen. In this conversation, we talk honestly about mourning, disappointment, and the ache of unmet longing, while also exploring what Scripture teaches us about hope that can coexist with sorrow. This is not about forced positivit...

If talking about periods with your daughter feels awkward, overwhelming, or intimidating, this episode is for you! We’re reframing the menstrual cycle as something purposeful and beautiful, not something to fear or hide. You’ll learn what’s normal for teen cycles, how to help your daughter track her rhythm, red flags to watch for, and how lifestyle choices shape hormones. Get ready to feel more co...

In this episode, we’re taking a closer look at endometriosis—what it is, why it’s so often misunderstood, and how it affects women in very different ways. We’ll talk through common symptoms, why diagnosis can take so long, and the medical and holistic treatment options women often explore. My goal is to help you better understand this condition so you can either seek the right support for yourself...

In this episode, we’re diving deep into the female cycle — uncovering all the incredible ways your body changes throughout the month. We’ll break down each phase of your cycle, the key hormones involved, and what’s really happening from menstruation to ovulation and beyond. You’ll also learn how to track your basal body temperature (BBT) to better understand your unique cycle patterns, how your en...

Join me today as we take a deep dive into Adenomyosis — what it is, what causes it, how it’s diagnosed, and the different treatment options available. I’ll also share my personal journey with this condition, how it affected my daily life, and what ultimately made a difference in my healing process. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just curious, I hope this episode helps you feel seen, informed, a...

Welcome to the pilot episode of The Quiet Strength Podcast — a space created to help women find their voice in the middle of their battles. Here, we talk honestly about the struggles that are often kept silent — physical, emotional, and spiritual — and we bring them into the light of God’s Word and grace. In this first episode, I share the heart behind The Quiet Strength — why it exists, what insp...