EP. 14 | Prescribing the Truth: The Microbiome & Motherhood: Gut Health, Pregnancy, and Raising Resilient Kids with Dr. Elizabeth Wade and Dr. Nichole Morris

In this highly informative and accessible episode, Dr. Nichole Morris is joined by microbiome researcher and naturopathic physician Dr. Elizabeth Wade to discuss how your gut, vaginal, and oral microbiomes affect everything from fertility to your baby’s long-term health.

Together they unpack:

• Why your gut microbiome is the cornerstone of hormonal balance and inflammation control

• How microbiome imbalances can trigger symptoms like acne, eczema, bloating, or food sensitivities

• The surprising role your partner’s microbiome plays in your health and pregnancy

• The risks of overusing antibiotics and how to repair the gut afterward

• Understanding SIBO and the real root causes behind microbial overgrowth

• Why protein-heavy or restrictive diets may not be ideal for gut health long-term

• How your mental health is deeply connected to your gut (hello, vagus nerve!)

• Simple, realistic ways to support your and your child’s microbiome every day

• Why the first 1,000 days of a child’s life are critical, and how to protect that window

This conversation blends cutting-edge science with faith-based encouragement and real-life application. Whether you’re healing from past health issues, planning for a baby, or raising one now, this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and empowered.

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