Babes And Babies

*Trigger warning! This episode deals with miscarriage and loss. Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka "The Babes" are joined this episode by Jessica Zucker.  She is a women's reproductive and maternal health psychologist.  Jessica shares the importance of processing and grieving through loss and miscarriage. She gives loss a new meaning and aims to create conversations around this sometimes taboo subject.  She shares her personal journey of miscarriage and how she has started a campaign to help give a voice to those who feel they cannot speak up.  Jessica answers listener questions and gives us a vast knowledge on this subject and how to be there for those who are grieving.

Elizabeth, Jade, and Carly aka “The  Babes” are  keeping  it  honest  and  real as they  discuss  pregnancy, labor, motherhood, and women’s bodies. In this  episode  the babes  do  another fun Q&A from  listeners who want  to know  some   more intimate  details of their  personal lives! Listen to get the inside scoop!

Elizabeth, Jade & Carly aka "The Babes" welcome Instagram sensation Maya Vorderstrasse. She is a trend-setting mom & the original letter board mom.  She has twins, Zoey & Hazel, & opens up about the realities of balancing motherhood & marriage.  Maya speaks her truth as a mother & because of her courage, she sets trends & was featured on MSN, ABC News, USMagazine, & more. She shares her journey w/ us & even though it hasn't always been easy, she wouldn't trade the beautiful chaos that we call motherhood. Don't forget to take advantage of that awesome Audible offer! Go to Audible.com/babes or text BABES to 500-500!

Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka "The Babes" are joined by fertility nurse & women's health advocate Whitney Bischoff Angel. Whitney shares the egg freezing process & answers listener questions. She educates women to be proactive instead of reactive when it comes to their reproductive health. Carly went to visit Whiney at the Ova office in Chicago (pre Bella days) & shares her personal journey of freezing her fertility. Whitney is an expert on the topic & really gets Liz thinking that she may have to pay her a visit. After all, Ova's motto is "Your fertility is never going to be as young as it is today. Why wait?"

Elizabeth, Jade & Carly aka "The Babes" are joined this episode by Tanner, Jade's husband, and Evan, Carly's husband. This is Tanner's 1st Father's Day & Evan's 1st since having a little girl. They share how having kids effects your life & your marriage. They answer listener questions about parental roles, expectations, & balancing work & family time. They dive into deep conversations & as always, keep it real. We love & appreciate our fathers & our babies' fathers, & hope you had a Happy Father's Day.

"The Babes" are keeping it real as they discuss the glamorous life of womanhood & motherhood. Carly updates the Babes on her parent's house hunt in Nashville. Jade talks about how horrible she felt during Emmy's first swim lesson. Elizabeth shares about her meeting with a potential new doula client. Sarah Reardon, a pelvic floor physical therapist, talks all about the importance of pelvic floor health before, during, & after pregnancy. Alexa Jean Brown, aka Alexa Jean Fitness talks all things fitness. She answers the listeners questions and leaves us with three major health tips.

The Babes are keeping it real about womanhood & motherhood. Carly talks about her first flights w/ Bella. Jade shares the story of how Tanner became the Fairy GodFather. Liz reports on a funny mishap that happened on her recent road trip. The Babes then welcome Jamie Otis, who was on the Bachelor season 16, but found love on Love at First Sight. Jamie talks about her husband, overcoming miscarriage, the birth of her daughter, & balancing mommy life w/ work. She answers listener questions & leaves us with a few Mommy Tips. She also reveals what she is working on next.

"The Babes" discuss the "glamorous" life of womanhood & motherhood. Jade & Carly are getting glammed while besties, Emmy and Bella, get to bond. Liz is visiting home in Vegas after almost a year. They welcome guest Deshauna Barber who is in the Army, was Miss USA, & speaks around the country about the needs of Veterans and how we can get involved. Plus Abby Knapp Morris, who lost her husband in Afghanistan when her daughter was 9 mos, opens up about being a military wife/widow. This episode is dedicated to all who serve in our military. We are so grateful for your service, your sacrifice, and for our freedom!

Elizabeth, Jade, and Carly aka “The Babes” start this episode out by catching up on their Mother’s Day events. It’s Jade and Carly’s first Mother’s Day and they share all of the details that made it special.  Then the Babes invited Connie, Kim, and Maryann aka “The Babes’ Mom’s” to join the conversation asking them all of the intimate details from their conception to birth. They learn a little more about their mothers as they share some laughs and tears in special Mother’s Day episode. 

Elizabeth, Jade & Carly aka “The Babes” are keeping it honest & real on pregnancy, labor, &women’s bodies. Jade shares her bad-mom moment for the week. Carly discusses her long time struggle w/ food allergies & why she’s nervous to start Bella on solids. Then guest Justin Baldoni from Jane the Virgin, joins them & talks about being a boss dad & how he’s teamed up with the National Peanut Board to share his experience w/ introducing peanuts to his children. They're joined by Sherry, National Peanut Board dietitian, who shares w/ us when, why, & how to safely introduce peanuts to your kids!

Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka "The Babes" start this episode out by catching each other up on their week's events. Carly talks about her date night with Evan and tells us about how dating has changed since becoming a mom. Jade confesses to breastfeeding on a ride at Disney World and getting stuck when it broke down.  Liz shares her excitement about her client who had a successful VBAC this week. The Babes then bring on special guest, Johanna Kandel, to educate them on why eating disorders are on the rise for women in their forties.  Johanna founded the nonprofit organization, the Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness, which provides outreach, education, and intervention.  She worked hard to get Barack Obama to sign a piece of legislature to educate health providers on eating disorders.  Johanna smashes the stigma that eating disorders are a choice.  They are a serious biologically-influenced mental illness.  She shares her story of fear of infertility and how her unexpected pregnancy brought everything in h

Elizabeth, Jade, and Carly aka "The Babes" feel inspired and uplifted this episode as special guest Ashley LeMieux comes on for a personal and heart opening interview. The babes start with girl talk as Jade shares her amazing hair makeover she got recently before they dive into dream meanings, forgetting people's names, getting exterminated and having all the laughs. Ashley LeMieux, founder of The Shine Project, joins the conversation to share her story of love, sacrifice, loss, and change.  She inspires women globally and makes a difference in the lives of inner city kids in her community despite the obstacles and loss that she's faced. She leaves the Babes feeling inspired as she shares her strength and voice of hope that will leave you feeling like you can overcome life's challenges. 

Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka “The Babes” are keeping it honest and real as they discuss pregnancy, labor, and women’s bodies.  Jade begins by telling Carly and Liz the cringiest story about a childs’ first birthday she attended over the weekend, and how she failed BIG TIME. It’s everyone worst nightmare, and also a story full of hilarity.  The Babes then welcome special guest, and Bachelor Favorite Catherine Giudici Lowe. Catherine opens up about ALL things mom. She talks about her first pregnancy with son Samuel, as well as his birth story. How her second pregnancy is going. Her relationship with Sean, and how she keeps the spark alive.  And gives the most real, wise, and poignant advice for all of us moms out there!

The Babes are joined by guest host Juelia Kinney from The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise. Juelia talks about how she got her babe bod back after giving birth to daughter Ireland, dating as a single mom, raising a girl, and the big changes in her life since the Bachelor! (Like, could be become Carly’s sister!?)

Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka “The Babes” are keeping it honest and real as they discuss pregnancy, labor, and women’s bodies. The Babes welcome special guest, and Mom Crush, Brittany Aldean who opens up about her life with son Memphis. Brittany also shares a secret about her pregnancy that she has never revealed before. She also doesn’t hold back about the “Real Reel” life as she’s keeps it authentic on her social media about motherhood. Also the Babes laugh this week about Carly’s Bad Mom moment, and Elizabeth’s breastfeeding dream. For $125 off your mattress, two free pillows, and free shipping, go to nectarsleep.com/babes

The babes, Carly, Jade and Liz, talk with guests Danielle Jones OB-GYN, and endometriosis advocate, Shelley Hopper all about the elusive disease endometriosis. The babes learn the staggering statistics of women living with endometriosis, what the symptoms are, is there treatment or a cure, and what the best way is to support someone dealing with endo. These guests offer an insightful, informational, and educational look into a silent disease that needs louder voices like theirs advocating. Today's episode is brought to you by Audible, for a free audiobook and 30-day trial membership, go to audible.com/babes or text BABES to 500-500. And for 15% off your order of $100+ go to modcloth.com and enter code BABES at checkout!

Elizabeth, Jade and Carly aka “The Babes” are getting personal with Postpartum Doula, Anna Bonick. In episode 7, the Babes shed light on the fourth trimester and why those first few months of motherhood can be so difficult. Jade and Carly open up about the anxieties they have faced entering into motherhood and adjusting to life with a little one. They ask Anna questions about PPA and what’s normal during this time and when it’s a good idea to seek help. Anna shares facts, experiences, and comfort with the Babes in knowing you never have to be on this journey alone. It really does take a village. Today's episode is brought to you by Nectar--for $125 off, two pillows, and free shipping go to nectarsleep.com/babes

The Babes keep it real about pregnancy, labor, and bodies. They welcome Carly’s sister-in-law, Elizabeth, a physician's assistant and new mom, to discuss expectations of birth as a medical provider vs reality. They also ask Elizabeth her most notable Bad Mom vs Good Mom moments. THEN Carly shares her (and Bella’s) birth story! Isabella Evelyn arrived Feb 15th and ran the show on her birthday! Carly is excited to share the tender, funny, and difficult moments of the birth and recovery. Jade also shares one of Emmy’s milestones that makes the babes' hearts melt.

Elizabeth, Jade, and Carly play a funny game of “Would You Rather” Moms edition! Babes & Babies guest, Koryn, Elizabeth’s older sister and certified L.E.A.N. coach, dives into her passion: the importance of nutrition pre-pregnancy, during pregnancy, and for kids. Jade and Koryn share about finding the balance in mom life and talk about Jade's journey with introducing solids to her daughter Emerson. The women also touch on breastfeeding and the end of Carly's pregnancy; which, means next week will be Carly's birth story and how baby Bella arrived into this world!

This week, Amanda Stanton, Bachelor fan favorite, pops her head in to talk about raising two adorable daughters as a single mom. Amanda also opens up about both of her pregnancies, birth stories, and that dreaded weight gain during the process. She gives Carly and Jade great mom advice on how to keep it real and enjoy all the moments kids bring as they grow older. She also gets us super excited about the launch of her new mommy/daughter fashion line! Meanwhile, Jade's daughter Emmy joins in on the fun!