From Heaven & Hope

Amber Jackson, widow, influencer and mom extraordinaire joins the podcast today to share about her journey through grief both during her husbands terminal cancer diagnosis and following his passing. She is the epitome of strength and grace as she navigates this journey alongside her 4 kids. If you're looking for someone who can give you hope in this darkness, Amber is your girl.

Naomi Brickel, author of "Not to Spoil the Ending but...Everything is Going to be Okay" is on the podcast today. She shares her whole heart in this episode as she walks us through her grief journey following the very sudden death of her son Adam. Naomi has an ability to see light through the dark and a perspective that is unmatched. She has created a wonderful and supportive outlet and community for other grievers in her blog space and online presence.

Carla Garrett is on From Heaven & Hope today. Following her seven-year-old son Xavier passing away, she decided to try and help other families with a child facing death. She wrote a children’s book for those sick children and maintains a lifestyle that helps families while honoring her son. I hope you love this conversation as much as I did.

Widow and life coach, Kari Driskell joins the podcast today to discuss the beautifully broken life she has created for herself and her family following the sudden loss of her husband.

Kelsey Bobka joins the podcast today to share her grief journey following her son Baine's passing. Kelsey has dedicated a large part of her life following his passing in 2017 to creating awareness for Urea Cycle Disorder (the same disorder that took Nicole's sons Brady and Levi) and encouraging others along the way.

Janice Scicluna Alves joins the podcast today. She shares the unimaginable story of her first born daughter, Scarlett who, due to a lack of care during labour paid the ultimate price. Listen to Janice talk about Scarlett, her family and how they stuck together in spite of everything.

Tara Storch is a sought after author, speaker and advocate for organ donation. Coining the phrase "outlive yourself" she is here on the podcast to share her own experience with grief following the sudden loss of her oldest daughter, Taylor.

WELCOME BACK! Today we are kicking off a new and improved website and podcast episode with my guest, Jessica Hill. Jessica is a yoga teacher specializing in serving mamas of all kinds and in all seasons. She also happens to be an angel mama herself. Jessica and her husband had to endure the bittersweet task of raising a twinless twin. Jessica’s twin daughters were born together and one of her girls had to go on ahead of her twin sister before anyone was ready. Jessica has a wealth of experience in the areas of healing and nurturing a mama’s heart and I’m so thrilled she has shared her healing journey with us today.

Christa Couture is an award-winning performing and recording artist, non-fiction writer, and broadcaster. She is also proudly Indigenous , queer, disabled, and a mom. Her book How to Lose Everything chronicles her grief journey from losing her leg to cancer at only 11 years old, multiple child losses, divorce and more. She has been forced to navigate some extraordinary losses and has become a true leader walking that journey. I am incredibly humbled to have been able to have this conversation with her and be able to share it with you. So, please join me as I chat with, the amazing, Christa Couture.

Determined to live a happy life following the sudden loss of her daughter Stella, Kristina Preece and her family have managed, not only to pursue a joy filled life but, honour Stella in the process. Kristina shares her tips to making it through such a tragedy and the joys of telling Stella’s story to the world.