WO3 - I Support Her: Elisabeth Stitt of Joyful Parenting Coaching
Empowering Parents with Skills & Confidence: A Conversation with Elisabeth Stitt
As a proud supporter of WO3 and its mission to uplift women-owned businesses, I’m thrilled to highlight an incredible entrepreneur making a meaningful impact in the parenting world—Elisabeth Stitt, founder of Joyful Parenting Coaching. Through her work, Elisabeth equips parents with the tools they need to create a harmonious home, build strong connections with their children, and embrace the joys of parenting with confidence.
The Journey from Teaching to Transformative Parenting Coaching
Elisabeth’s path to becoming a parenting coach began in the classroom. As a middle school teacher for 25 years, she witnessed firsthand how parenting styles and children’s experiences evolved over time. She saw a shift from free-spirited childhood dreams to intense pressure and structured career paths starting as early as middle school. This change made her wonder—what was happening in homes that led to such a shift in children’s mindsets?
After spending years counseling parents informally as a school outreach teacher, Elisabeth recognized a pattern—parents were overwhelmed, anxious, and disconnected from their natural parenting intuition. She knew she could make a bigger impact by stepping outside the classroom and supporting families directly. That’s when Joyful Parenting Coaching was born.
Parenting as a Learnable Skill
Elisabeth believes that parenting is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and improved upon. Through her coaching, workshops, and resources, she empowers parents to:
Trust their instincts while also gaining practical, research-backed strategies.
Create connection-first parenting approaches that lead to cooperative, resilient children.
Reduce stress and anxiety by learning how to set realistic expectations and implement structured routines.
Her work is rooted in the belief that with the right guidance, parents can move from frustration and self-doubt to joy and confidence in raising their children.
The Parenting 101 Summit: Building Strong Foundations for Families
Elisabeth’s latest initiative, The Parenting 101 Summit, is designed to help parents of young children (ages 0-5) lay the groundwork for a successful parenting journey. The summit, featuring 16 expert speakers (including me!), is a free, multi-day event covering essential topics such as:
Day 1: Eating, sleeping, and toileting basics
Day 2: Emotional connection and regulation
Day 3: Play, learning, and developmental growth
Day 4: Parental mental health, including balancing the mental load and getting on the same page as a parenting team
Day 5: Replay day and VIP access for those who want ongoing access to all expert insights
If you’re a parent of a young child and want practical, compassionate advice on how to navigate these foundational years, this summit is a must-watch! You can register at joyfulparentingcoaching.com/parenting-101-summit.
Watch the Full Interview
Elisabeth and I had a deep and inspiring conversation about modern parenting challenges, the pressures parents face today, and how we can reclaim the joy of raising children. If you want expert insights and practical takeaways, be sure to watch the full interview!
Paying It Forward: Women Supporting Women
As part of WO3’s mission to partner, promote, and support women-owned businesses, Elisabeth gives a heartfelt shout-out to two incredible female entrepreneurs:
Rachel Sklar of Sklar Parenting: Rachel specializes in supporting moms of strong-willed boys who struggle with emotional explosiveness and aggression. Through her coaching and community, she helps mothers navigate these challenges with compassion and clarity.
Website: www.sklarparenting.com
Facebook: Moms of Strong-Willed Boys
Instagram: @momsofstrongwilledboys
Tracy Root of The Gather Community: Tracy is a life and business coach who fosters a vibrant online community for entrepreneurs. Through her “Be Bold, Be Brilliant” mantra, she helps women step into their power with confidence.
Website: www.thegather.community
Join the WO3 Movement
WO3 is all about supporting women-led businesses, and Elisabeth is a shining example of the impact that women entrepreneurs can have on their communities. On WO3 Day (March 29), consider how you can partner, promote, or support another woman-owned business. Whether it’s through a social media shout-out, a referral, or simply engaging with their content, every small action makes a big difference!
Let’s continue to uplift and celebrate women in business.
What’s one woman-owned business you want to support this month? Drop a comment and let’s keep the momentum going!
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