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The holidays are marketed as magical — but for most moms, they’re… a lot. 

In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the most overlooked holiday stressor and why it hits even harder once you become a parent.

From family expectations to unspoken pressures to the invisible load that somehow triples this time of year, we’ll explore why this season can feel so heavy — and the one shift that can make it feel noticeably calmer and lighter.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Motherhood has a sneaky way of resurfacing childhood wounds—especially when you’re about to spend a lot of time with family. In this conversation, Chelsea is joined by her friend and coach, Michele Maguire, to explore how our early life experiences don’t just live in the past… they show up in our nervous system, our relationships, and the way we respond to our kids.

Because as much as we may wish that becoming a mom will erase old patterns, it doesn’t - it just intensifies them.

So if you’ve ever felt “irrationally” triggered by your toddler’s tantrum, your baby’s crying, or your husband not listening—and then immediately spiraled into shame—know that the first step to change is awareness. The second step is in this episode!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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September is NICU Awareness Month. 

In this episode, postpartum health coach and fellow NICU mama Chelsea shares her top five tips to help you care for yourself while navigating this journey.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Well mamas, Chelsea is 99.9% sure that her daughter has her first crush and it’s bringing up all the feels. In navigating this “new” and the start of both the feeling and processing of BIG emotions, Chelsea is reminded of advice she received from a mama friend before Frankie was even born. 

In this episode she shares the moments she misses from the newborn days, what she’s cherishing in the present, and how she guided her daughter (and herself) through a full blown meltdown over the beloved babydoll. #IYKYK 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Want to support yourself or another mama in preparing for postpartum? Grab the #1 Postpartum Planning Resource Chelsea recommends to all expecting mamas at https://corecarecultivate.com/nested-nourished  

Inspired by her own journey of becoming a mama, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Founder of Core Care Cultivate, Chelsea Barbine, is on a mission to reconnect new mothers to their core needs, empowering them to redefine the self-care habits that nurture the postpartum life they desire.

The Core Care Cultivate pillars and methodology provides comprehensive support for perinatal women through an integrative approach. Our offerings include group coaching, postpartum guides, and wellness events. To learn more about our community and upcoming offerings, please visit us at corecarecultivate.com 

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Let’s be real, relationships - especially our intimate one - is VERY different after kids. And honestly this was one area that Chelsea was most fearful of changing as she prepared for life postpartum. 

Join Chelsea as she chats with therapist and social worker in private practice from British Columbia, Cecilia Mannella, about a much requested and timely topic - navigating our intimate relationship postpartum. 

Not only does Cecilia share the biggest miscommunications when it comes to intimacy after birth, but she shares her tips for correcting the disconnection. Cecilia also “nerds out” (as she called it) in her explanation of how technology has influenced our relationships. Spoiler alert: it’s not just through the false sense of connection it creates. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Get more of Cecilia:

Host: Mental Makeover Radio

www.ceciliamannella.com

Wanna experience ‘Cultivate with Chelsea’ in real life?! Join us for the most expansive and one-of-a-kind postpartum support group, The Cultivate Crew! You’ll learn the tools that aid in quick circuit shifts, meet like-minded women who desire a motherhood that rebirths the best version of themselves, adapt lifelong strategies that extend beyond the immediate postpartum period, and honestly you’ll just have FUN! Learn more at https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew 

Grab the #1 Postpartum Planning Resource Chelsea recommends to all expecting mamas at https://corecarecultivate.com/nested-nourished  

Inspired by her own journey of becoming a mama, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Founder of Core Care Cultivate, Chelsea Barbine, is on a mission to reconnect new mothers to their core needs, empowering them to redefine the self-care habits that nurture the postpartum life they desire.

The Core Care Cultivate pillars and methodology provides comprehensive support for perinatal women through an integrative approach. Our offerings include group coaching, postpartum guides, and wellness events. To learn more about our community and upcoming offerings, please visit us at corecarecultivate.com 

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Right before her daughter’s first birthday, Chelsea joined her local mom’s FB group. Of late there have been a lot of posts from expecting mom’s asking for advice and must-have product recommendations.

Join Chelsea as she reflects back on the first weeks to months postpartum as she recalls what items (and more importantly the people that) were the game changers. Admittedly, it was hard not to think about the clock ticking on her maternity leave as soon as her husband went back to work. Hear how the countdown and actual return played a huge role in her early days postpartum. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Wanna experience ‘Cultivate with Chelsea’ in real life?! Join us for the most expansive and one-of-a-kind postpartum support group, The Cultivate Crew! You’ll learn the tools that aid in quick circuit shifts, meet like-minded women who desire a motherhood that rebirths the best version of themselves, adapt lifelong strategies that extend beyond the immediate postpartum period, and honestly you’ll just have FUN! Learn more at https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew 

Grab the #1 Postpartum Planning Resource Chelsea recommends to all expecting mamas at https://corecarecultivate.com/nested-nourished  

Inspired by her own journey of becoming a mama, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Founder of Core Care Cultivate, Chelsea Barbine, is on a mission to reconnect new mothers to their core needs, empowering them to redefine the self-care habits that nurture the postpartum life they desire.

The Core Care Cultivate pillars and methodology provides comprehensive support for perinatal women through an integrative approach. Our offerings include group coaching, postpartum guides, and wellness events. To learn more about our community and upcoming offerings, please visit us at corecarecultivate.com 

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In 2021 the gift baby registry was $12 billion and the postpartum care industry was $2.22 billion. Now she’s not the brightest with math, BUT Chelsea knows enough to realize the significant difference between these investments and she’s not alone in understanding the detriment this ultimately puts mothers and their babies at.

Join Chelsea as she fangirls over Doula and Founder of BeHerVillage, Kaitlin McGreyes. BeHerVillage, the gift registry dedicated to supporting mamas, was birthed in response to Kaitlin’s first postpartum experience of returning to a house full of registry gifts but no village in sight. On a mission to make sure that all of the mothers and parents that come after her, won’t go through the same thing, Kaitlin invites us to join her in the Baby Shower Revolution.

Inspired to create a registry for yourself?! Check out behervillage.com

Are you a fellow birth worker who wants to reach and support more mamas?! Become a partner to get your services listed at behervillage.com/partners

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Grab the #1 Postpartum Planning Resource Chelsea recommends to all expecting mamas at https://corecarecultivate.com/nested-nourished 

Inspired by her own journey of becoming a mama, Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and Founder of Core Care Cultivate, Chelsea Barbine, is on a mission to reconnect new mothers to their core needs, empowering them to redefine the self-care habits that nurture the postpartum life they desire.

The Core Care Cultivate pillars and methodology provides comprehensive support for perinatal women through an integrative approach. Our offerings include group coaching, postpartum guides, and wellness events. To learn more about our community and upcoming offerings, please visit us at corecarecultivate.com 

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Chelsea admits that she kinda dropped a bomb during her last episode and then didn’t give you the solution or guidance you are deserving of.

In today's BONUS episode, she shares how she prepared for her first months postpartum and has a HUGE announcement for all of the expecting mamas out there. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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This is a safe space, right?! Join Chelsea for an episode that she has been itching to record but honestly fearful to share. And not from a feedback or criticism way but from a, God, please have her do it justice kind of way.

Warning: her point-of-view may stir up a lot of emotion and perhaps even confusion BUT she asks that you please hear her out…

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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With a baby comes a lot of change, some expected and some not. Join Chelsea as she chats with fellow mama, friend, and podcaster, Brooke Koeninger who shares how she internally struggled with her ambition for a successful career and desire to be present with her family for years. 

Brooke, now seasoned mama of 3, acknowledges her greatest challenge was her resistance to the change of her priorities. Which to her surprise changed with each child, just as she, too, changed following each birth. 

With a nod to Core Care Cultivate’s mission, Brooke’s postpartum non-negotiable for all mamas is the investment in reconnecting with themselves. Whether you’re anticipating the end of your maternity leave, struggling to find the balance between meetings and field trips, or re-entering the workforce after decades of holding (arguably) the best yet most challenging job of them all as a SAHM, this conversation is full of insight and inspiration.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Brooke

www.brookek.com 

Podcast: Embracing the Messy Middle IG: @brookekcoaching

Podcast shout out Live Life Balanced with Robin Jonas

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With a background in wellness, which started with a role as a Pilates Instructor, Chelsea anticipated her workout regimen would shift during pregnancy and in the immediate postpartum period. What she didn’t expect was that she’d completely forgo her old routine completely. Join Chelsea as she reflects on the impact that mindful movement has had on her postpartum - mind, body and spirit. She also shares her take on how important a studio’s community can be and how it, and her go-to practice, has supported her multidimensional health. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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The start of a New Year can bring up all the feels, specifically when contemplating the potential for change it brings. And quite honestly, the start of motherhood can feel like a New Year on steroids. 

Join Chelsea as she chats with fellow mama, Lesley Alberts, on the immense learnings, resilience, and trust that have come from life after birth.Together, they reflect on the challenges they encountered from delivery through the early stages of toddlerhood, emphasizing the significance of releasing expectations and embracing change without resistance. 

As Lesley prepares to welcome her second child, she candidly shares her intentions to approach postpartum differently based on the insights gained from her first experience. Additionally, Lesley reflects on how motherhood has significantly boosted her confidence, becoming a transformative and empowering journey for her.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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IG: @ kindredjourney

Podcast: Kindred Journey 

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In this episode Chelsea reflects on, what she believes to be, one of the greatest years of her life - even with the (many) unexpected plot twists that came her way. Over the past several weeks common themes of rest and receiving have continued to come up in conversation for her. Listen as she acknowledges the similarities of our engrained "hustle culture" to motherhood and shares a collection of her thoughts in this season of life. May this minisode serve as a reminder for us all to embrace the extra snuggles on the couch, to focus on authentic connection, and to celebrate the immense growth and learnings from this year. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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When Holly Kimbell was pregnant, she found herself so fearful of birth that she was avoidant of receiving care. What the first time mom didn’t realize was that postpartum would feel even scarier than birth. 

By two months in, the first time mom knew that she needed therapy, but it wasn’t until her daughter’s first birthday that she finally got the treatment that changed everything.

In today’s episode, Chelsea learns about Holly's journey through postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis, how community and family support kickstarted her recovery, and what led her to start her own postpartum doula company, Orange County Postpartum Doula. Together they talk about the courage it takes to seek help, breaking the silence around maternal mental health, and how to rebuild the “modern-day village” every mom deserves. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Today Chelsea as she catches up with friend and girl mom, Anna Glennon. In this episode, they explore how influential our children are in holding us accountable with our own values, which sometimes is painful - especially in the depths of sleep deprivation. The two laugh, cry, and hold space for each other as they relate and learn from their unique yet shared experiences. Full transparency, the recording of this episode was near the beginning of an unexpected (and wickedly long) sleep regression for Chelsea’s daughter and having a tribe of mamas, like Anna, to support her through it made all the difference. If you’re in the trenches of sleepless nights - know that you’re not alone and we have some tips to share that we’ve discovered along our way!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Anna on IG @teacheatrepeat 

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Between the weather shifts, excessive sugar intake, and just straight up exposure to extra gunk with gatherings, who isn't holding their breath and hoping not to miss out on the holidays? Balancing constant worry, close proximity (though who can resist the extra snuggles?), and caregiving 24/7, it’s no wonder that we mamas find ourselves rundown too. In this episode, Chelsea shares her recent frustration over yet (another) ear infection and reflects on the challenges that moms face when caring for their sick kiddos. Whether it’s a persistent runny nose, Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, or the dreaded stomach bug, witnessing your little one unwell can undeniably take a toll on your well-being. What’s her #1 tip? Take a listen and find out!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Sticking with the trend of tradition and ritual in honor of this season, Chelsea chats with Acupuncturist, Coach, RN, Owner of Fox and Hare, and mama, Joanne Cooper to learn more about the benefits of acupuncture postpartum. In this episode, Joanne explains how the practice supports the parasympathetic nervous system which is highly correlated to our female hormones. She shares how her own story with infertility and loss inspired her to support other mamas with this modality and what experience brought her first circle in her own healing. Together they break down the critical need to allow space to slow down, rest and receive, especially in motherhood. Mamas, if you’re looking for your permission slip - this is it!

WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive topics such as infertility and pregnancy loss. Please be aware that it may evoke strong emotions.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Contact Joanne

www.foxandharephoenixville.com

IG: @foxandharephoenixville

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There's often a societal expectation for joy and togetherness during the holidays, which more often than not creates pressure for the perfect celebration. It’s the “hard” we’ve all heard about and come to expect as mamas. But what about the challenge we don’t talk about as much? The “hard” of choosing to say no and break tradition?

In this episode, Chelsea candidly shares the emotional and practical aspects she recently faced while navigating this decision for her own family. If you’re struggling with the decision of honoring your immediate family’s needs over those of extended family this holiday season, this is a must-listen.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Join Chelsea for a chat with International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mama of two, Ashley Feeley. In this episode, Chelsea reflects on her challenging breastfeeding journey, which ultimately led to her seeking support from Ashley. They dive into what inspired Ashley to become a lactation consultant, how she works with her mamas, and the one thing she wishes every new mother knew. 

Topics we cover: 

• Releasing self-set and societal expectations
• What an expectant mother can do to prepare for her breastfeeding experience
• Signs that may indicate a new mama should seek lactation support 
• Why you might not be getting the most output from your pumping sessions
• How to feel empowered during your breastfeeding journey 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Ashley: 

Book a Consultation: https://lovelylatchlactation.com/contact/

Email: Ashley@lovelylatchlactation.com 

Follow on Social: https://www.instagram.com/lovelylatchlactation/

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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Chelsea reflects on her family’s first year of traveling with a little one. From last minute must-haves to buy to setting your expectations for the experience, Chelsea shares the wisdom that was once passed down to her and tips that she learned along the way. Spoiler alert: It becomes more challenging as they get older and is totally worth it. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Join Chelsea for Part 2 of a 2-part chat with Postpartum Nurse and fellow 'scrunchie' mama (of 3 under 5), Noel Curtis. Following a recap for those who missed Part 1, Noel shares practical tips for the drive home, things to consider when asking for and receiving support following a C-section, and early signs that may require a visit with your healthcare provider before the 2-week checkup. Whether you’re anticipating a C-section or in post-surgery recovery, join to gain valuable insights and actionable tips for a smoother journey. 

Connect with Noel Email: be.well.with.noel@gmail.com IG: @be.well.with.noel

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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While there is an abundance of information available to support new mothers in preparing a birth plan and packing for the hospital, there is often less guidance on what to expect after delivery. Just like each pregnancy and delivery is unique, the recovery experience for each mother and baby will vary. In this episode, Chelsea shares her recollections of the first few hours following delivery through her hospital discharge.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Join Chelsea for Part 1 of a 2-part chat with Postpartum Nurse and fellow 'scrunchie' mama (of 3 under 5), Noel Curtis. In this episode, Noel candidly opens up about her deeply personal and unexpected journey through a C-section delivery, from the initial shock of learning that she needed a C-section to the details of her birth story. She takes us through the rollercoaster of emotions and challenges she faced during the process and offers valuable insights for anyone preparing for or recovering from a C-section. Part 2, focusing on recovery at home, is coming soon!"

Connect with Noel 

Email: ⁠be.well.with.noel@gmail.com⁠

IG: https://www.instagram.com/be.well.with.Noel 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Welcome to episode 1 of the Cultivate with Chelsea podcast, we’re so honored that you’re sharing this journey with us! In motherhood-like fashion Chelsea gets real personal, real quick, as she shares how this journey all started. You’ll hear all she tried to bring on labor, some of the difficult conversations she had with providers, what labor really felt like, and how her postpartum journey inspired this podcast. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Ever wish your partner could read your mind after baby? Instead of hearing “How can I help?” imagine getting a text like, “I’m heading to the grocery store so you don’t have to tomorrow.”

In this episode, Chelsea unpacks the ONE planning strategy that takes you from carrying the invisible load alone to actually feeling partnered.

Related Episodes:

How to Rekindle Relationship with Cecilia Mannella, MSW, RSW, RCC

Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 Things to Include

Want Postpartum Support Without Sacrificing Control? How to Set Up a Meal Train in 4 Easy Steps

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Unpopular opinion: After birth, we are forever postpartum. The Cultivate with Chelsea podcast features, mama and Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Chelsea Barbine’s raw unfiltered personal stories of new motherhood, as well as conversations with experts, wellness practitioners, and heart-to-hearts with fellow moms about adjusting to life postpartum. Expect to laugh, relate and sometimes even cry, but most importantly to feel seen, validated and supported. Chelsea invites you to think of her as one of your new mama friends - ready and excited, to talk about all the things they don’t tell you to expect after you’re expecting.

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Gut health may be “trendy”, but for moms and babies, it’s so much more than that. In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Madeline Lauf, founder of Begin Health, to unpack the hidden world of the gut microbiome and why it’s a game-changer for postpartum recovery, maternal well-being, and your child’s lifelong health.

From how antibiotics at birth affect mom and baby, to the surprising ways your gut impacts mood, immunity, hormones, and even skin—their conversation goes beneath the surface.

What to listen for: 

• What “gut health” really means and why it’s crucial for moms and babies
• The connection between the gut, brain, hormones, mood, and immunity
• How antibiotics, processed foods, and modern living affect the microbiome
• Easy, practical ways to support your gut health postpartum
• How maternal health directly shapes baby’s health through pregnancy, birth, and breastfeeding
• Why the first 8 years are the foundation for lifelong gut health in kids
  
  
  

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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You think you know how to take care of yourself — and you do… but you’ve never done it while keeping another human alive 24/7.

In this episode, Chelsea gets real about the massive shift from pregnancy (where everyone’s focused on you) to postpartum (where all eyes are on the baby)… and the part no one tells you: you are still the one responsible for your baby’s growth and development. From the science of co-regulation to why self-care can’t be an afterthought, this is the truth-first-time-moms need to hear — even if it stings a little.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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Curious about what it’s really like to give birth at a birth center—and be home just four hours later?

In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Brittany, a mom of three, to share her full birth story—from her water breaking in the middle of the night to delivering her baby in a calm, midwife-supported setting. She opens up about choosing a birth center after two hospital births, how this third experience felt completely different, and what it’s like to know with confidence that your family is complete.

This honest conversation is full of insights for moms planning their next birth or wondering if a third child is the right choice for their family.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What a real birth center delivery looks like from start to finish
• How this mom went from 6 cm to baby in 40 minutes
• Why she chose a birth center over a hospital for baby #3
• What it’s really like to go home just hours after giving birth
• The biggest differences between hospital vs. birth center care
• Real talk on the logistics of a third child (cars, beds, travel, and more)
• Why this final birth felt like the most healing of all
  
  

Whether you're considering a birth center, thinking about baby #3, or wondering how you’ll know when you’re done growing your family—this episode offers clarity, relatability, and practical insight.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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What happens when breastfeeding starts to feel more like a burden than a bond?

In today’s episode, Chelsea opens up about the unexpected emotional toll of ending her second breastfeeding journey — and why it was so much harder the second time around. From NICU separation to triple feeding, exclusive pumping, and pump schedules with a mobile infant and toddler at home, she shares the real reasons she chose to stop… and the guilt that lingered long after the final pump part was dried.

If you've ever felt like breastfeeding was your lifeline — or your breaking point — this conversation is for you. Chelsea gets raw about the internal battles many moms face: the mental load, the comparison, the pressure to keep going, and the constant second-guessing that can come with making the choice to stop.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Related Episodes:

Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 Things to Include

Breastfeeding Is More Than Supply and Demand: How to Increase Milk Supply with Valene McMorrow, IBCLC

The First Hours After Birth: Postpartum Recovery, Pumping, and Bonding with My NICU Baby

Struggling to Breastfeed? What to Know About Tongue and Lip Ties with Dr. Kalli Hale

A Lovely Chat w/ Ashley Feeley, IBCLC, Founder of Lovely Latch Lactation

How to Navigate the Rollercoaster of the NICU with Charolette Edwards, RN, HWNC-BC, TIP

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Night sweats, mood swings, brain fog, midsection weight gain and fatigue - are all symptoms of the postpartum transition. They’re also symptoms of perimenopause. 

In today’s episode, Chelsea is joined by therapist, advocate, former attorney, and author of Millennial Menopause, Lauren Tetenbaum — aka The CounseLaur — to unpack why we need to be talking about the full spectrum of womanhood: from postpartum to perimenopause to menopause. 

With more women starting and growing families later in life, it’s becoming more common to experience overlapping symptoms of postpartum and perimenopause — and many don’t even realize it. The average age of menopause is 51 in the U.S., but perimenopausal symptoms can begin years earlier and last up to 10 years.

If you’re feeling frustrated or dismissed by healthcare providers, struggling to get support from your spouse or seeking to feel seen and heard, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Related Episodes:

Women Deserve Better with co-founder of Perelel Alex Taylor

Postpartum Recovery: Bleeding, Hair Loss & Other Surprising Physical Changes

Constantly Overwhelmed? One Easy Action to Stay Calm and In-Control with Julia Christine

Do You Have Postpartum Anxiety or Depression? How Your Spiritual Health Can Help with Joline Seavey

Tired of Feeling Exhausted? My Top Sleep Hack That Doesn’t Require More Sleep

Lauren’s Links:

Book: Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecounselaur/ 

Website: https://thecounselaur.com/ 

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Is going from zero to one kid harder than going from one to two? In this episode, Chelsea jumps on the social trend and breaks down the emotional, physical, and relationship shifts that happen in each postpartum transition — and ranks which one felt harder for her. Spoiler alert: 0-1 changed her. 1-2 challenged them.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Related Episodes:

• We Are Forever What?! 

Next Steps:

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Postpartum sleep deprivation isn’t just about being exhausted — it impacts your patience, your mental health, your milk supply, postpartum weight loss, your relationships — it impacts everything.

In today’s episode, Chelsea is joined by pediatric sleep consultant and owner of Your Zen Baby Sarah Bossio to talk about what’s really going on when sleep feels like a never-ending struggle with your children.

Together they cover:

• The truth about sleep training (and why it’s so triggering)
• How your sleep hygiene could be inducing postpartum anxiety and/or depression
• Newborn sleep vs toddler sleep and signs that your child is ready for independent sleep 
• PTSD of the “sun-down scaries”
• Mom guilt and the pressure to always “get it right” 

This one’s part pep talk, part practical strategy session, and 100% a reminder that you don’t have to choose between being a good mom and being a well-rested human.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner

Related Episodes:

Tired of Feeling Exhausted? My Top Sleep Hack That Doesn’t Require More Sleep

Do You Have Postpartum Anxiety or Depression? How Your Spiritual Health Can Help with Joline Seavey

Connect with Sarah: https://www.yourzenbabysleep.com/

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We’ve all heard about when it’s safe to have sex after birth — but what about wanting to?

In this episode, Chelsea unpacks why so many moms struggle with desire after baby and shares a belief shift that might just change everything: it’s not that you’ve lost interest… it’s that you’ve lost space.

From research-backed insights to real-life stories (like how an uninterrupted shower turned into the best kind of foreplay), this episode will help you reconnect with your body, your time, and your desire — on your own terms.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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You’ve got a color-coded birth plan, your hospital bag is packed, and you’ve saved 87 TikToks about labor positions...

But what about what happens after birth?

In this episode, we’re diving into why having a postpartum plan (beyond your postpartum meals in the freezer and peri bottle) is just as important — if not more — than your birth plan. If you’re pregnant or in the thick of sleep deprivation in newborn life, this conversation will show you exactly how to stop overthinking and start preparing with confidence for the season that actually lasts.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner

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Struggling with low milk supply, pumping frustration, or wondering why breastfeeding feels harder than everyone says?

In today's episode, Chelsea sits down with Valene McMorrow, IBCLC, to unpack the real reasons behind breastfeeding challenges—and why milk supply is about so much more than just “nursing more often.”

We dive into what actually supports lactation (spoiler: mental health, nutrition, and rest are just as important as the latch), the truth about galactagogues, and how not having support can sabotage your breastfeeding goals before you even start.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner

Related Episodes: 

• Struggling to Breastfeed? What to Know About Tongue and Lip Ties with Dr. Kalli Hale

• Postpartum Recovery Simplified: 10 Recovery Essentials You Actually Need

• Tired of Feeling Exhausted? My Top Sleep Hack That Doesn’t Require More Sleep

• Nourishment After Birth with Sheri Vettel MPH, RD, LDN, INHC

• A Lovely Chat w/ Ashley Feeley, IBCLC, Founder of Lovely Latch Lactation

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If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “top postpartum recovery products” at 2am… I see you. And this episode is for you.

There’s SO much noise out there telling new moms what to buy, what to prep, what not to forget. But after going through it twice now, here’s what I’ve learned:

• You don’t need everything.
• You just need the right things.

On this week’s episode of Postpartum Better, I’m breaking down the 10 recovery essentials I swear by—from the physical products that actually helped, to the emotional and logistical support that made the biggest difference.

Inside the episode, I’m sharing:

• My must-haves for postpartum healing (no overpriced fluff!)
• The breastfeeding and pumping items I kept within arm’s reach
• The often-overlooked pieces of support no one talks about

If you’re prepping for baby or already in the thick of those early weeks, I hope this helps you feel more grounded, supported, and confident in your own recovery journey.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Let’s be honest—birth doesn’t always go the way we planned.

And even when we can say, “Mom and baby are healthy!”—there’s often still something underneath the surface we haven’t fully unpacked.

Maybe it’s guilt. Maybe it’s regret.
Maybe it’s a questioned “what if” you haven’t said out loud.

Today’s episode is pulled from a live workshop I hosted inside The Cultivate Crew, and from the moment we hit record, I knew it needed to live here on the podcast too. The guest you’ll hear from is Dee—nurse, doula, and founder of Birth Story Now and Zen—and she is a true gift to postpartum moms everywhere.

In the episode, Dee walks us through what birth story healing actually looks like, why so many of us still carry unspoken pain from our births, and how powerful it is to name the moment that’s still lingering.

This conversation has deeply impacted how I’ve processed my most recent birth experience—especially after being separated from my son after delivery—and I’m hopeful it’ll support many of you, too.

So, If you’ve ever wondered why you still feel “off” about your birth… or if you’re preparing for your next and hoping to feel more peace… this episode is for you.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

If you or a loved one would benefit from connecting with Dee, she’d love to hear from you! Email her at: douladee3@gmail.com 

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Can you imagine recovering from birth—and not having your baby in your arms?

It’s something no mother plans for, but it’s the reality for so many NICU moms. In this episode, Chelsea is sharing what those first hours after birth looked like for her: recovering after birth while her son was in the NICU, navigating pumping, care windows, and bonding from across the hospital.

This isn’t a how-to—it’s a reflection on the emotions that surfaced when her postpartum recovery didn't go as expected. She talks about the weight of being separated from your baby, the overwhelm of updating family when you're still processing everything yourself, and how grief and gratitude can both exist. She also opens up about how she and her husband experienced NICU visits differently, how her faith held her steady, and what she wished more people knew about this experience.

If you or someone you love is walking through early postpartum with a NICU baby, she prays this conversation helps you feel seen, validated, and supported.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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Chelsea Barbine returns to the podcast sharing her peaceful unmedicated hospital birth story, welcoming her second baby, born six weeks early. Chelsea opens up about the emotional journey of a preterm birth, the decisions she faced around induction, Group B Strep, and labor interventions, and how she stayed calm and empowered throughout the experience. She discusses the critical role of her doula support team, the power of birth mindset preparation, and the tools that helped her avoid an epidural and have a natural hospital birth.

Chelsea also reflects on the unexpected grief and emotions that can come with a NICU stay, navigating postpartum recovery with a toddler, and why preparation is everything when it comes to birth and postpartum. This conversation is a must-listen for any mom planning a hospital birth, considering an unmedicated delivery, or seeking encouragement for their own birth story.

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Have you ever wondered, "Did my water just break or did I pee?" You're not alone! 

In today’s episode, Chelsea reflects on her own personal experience navigating one of the most memorable—and confusing—moments of her second pregnancy. Join her as she shares tips on how to know if your water has broken, the key signs to look for, and when to reach out to your provider.

She'll also discuss what typically happens next: from initial assessments to the protocols providers follow to check on the status of labor. Plus, she’ll take you through the series of events that led her from questioning her intuition to full-on active labor.

Whether you're preparing for birth or simply curious about the process, this episode offers insight, reassurance, and a touch of humor to help you feel more confident when the big moment arrives.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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Are you struggling with postpartum recovery and feeling like you’re not getting the support you need? You’re not alone—pelvic floor health is one of the most overlooked aspects of postpartum care, but it’s crucial for long-term recovery. Whether you’ve had a vaginal birth or a C-section, understanding how to support your pelvic floor and rebuild your core is key to feeling stronger after childbirth. If that sounds familiar, this one is for you!

In today's episode Chelsea is joined by Theresa Feola, board-certified women’s health therapist and owner of The Pelvic Room, to talk about the importance of pelvic floor therapy for postpartum recovery, when to start pelvic floor exercises, and how to address the physical changes your body goes through after giving birth. As fellow moms who’ve been through it, we’ll share our own journey with pelvic floor health, why education about postpartum care is essential, and how specialized therapy can help with long-term recovery. If you’re looking for advice on strengthening your pelvic floor, rebuilding your core, managing C-section recovery, or simply feeling empowered to advocate for your postpartum health, this episode has practical insights to help you feel stronger, inside and out!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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In this episode, Chelsea uncovers a little-known postpartum resource that every expecting mom should know about: Acceleron. This website streamlines the process of getting a free or discounted breast pump through your health insurance, saving you time and money during the critical postpartum period.

Drawing from her personal experience, Chelsea explains why having a backup breast pump is a must-have for new moms. Whether you’re planning to breastfeed, exclusively pump, or use a pump to help naturally induce labor, a reliable pump is an invaluable tool.

Chelsea breaks down Acceleron’s straightforward three-step process to check your insurance coverage, select your pump, and have it shipped directly to your door. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by navigating insurance benefits, this episode will make it easy and actionable. Tune in to learn why this resource is a game-changer for postpartum preparation and how you can maximize the support available to you.

https://acelleron.com/

https://pumpables.co/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-lovely-chat-w-ashley-feeley-ibclc-founder-of/id1711775028?i=1000636489131 

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/is-this-really-happening/id1711775028?i=1000634461347 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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The postpartum journey is a season of profound change—both beautiful and challenging. In this episode Chelsea reflects on the parallels between setting New Year’s intentions and navigating the transition to life after birth and shares the three key questions every mom should ask herself before. 

Whether you're an expecting mom preparing for your postpartum journey or a busy mom looking to set meaningful resolutions, this episode offers actionable insights to help you create the after birth life you desire.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you deserve. Because when it comes to maternal mental health, awareness before baby matters just as much as support after.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Finding time for movement during pregnancy can feel like just another task on an already overwhelming to-do list. Whether you’re juggling work, family, or the simple fact that some days it’s hard to muster the energy, exercise might feel like a daunting addition. But here’s the truth: prenatal movement doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming—it just needs to work for you. 

In this episode, Chelsea shares her personal journey at 31 weeks pregnant, including why she chose to let go of her regular yoga class and how she found prenatal workouts that worked better for her schedule. If you’re looking for ways to move your body without adding stress to your day, this episode is for you.

You’ll learn:

• Why Chelsea gave up her favorite yoga class and what she found instead.
• Four expert tips to choose the best prenatal workouts for your body and lifestyle.
• What to look for in online pregnancy fitness programs to ensure safety and effectiveness.
• How staying active supports your body for labor, delivery, and postpartum recovery.

Whether you’re searching for safe pregnancy exercises, wondering how to modify your current fitness routine, or just need inspiration to get moving, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you stay active and feel strong throughout your pregnancy.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with airway and sleep dentist, Dr. Kalli Hale to discuss her journey from general dentistry to specializing in pediatric growth and development, particularly focusing on the importance of oral health starting at infancy. Together the two dive deep on the impact of tongue and lip ties in breastfeeding and child development as well as signs that may indicate a need for early intervention, the process of treatment and the symptoms of those untreated. Chelsea also asks Dr. Hale her personal and professional opinion on pacifiers (which might surprise you) and she also shares about the Tooth Pillow, a solution for promoting proper oral health from ages 3 to 12. 

If you’re feeling defeated with breastfeeding, remember mama - it takes two to tango. Tune in to today’s episode to prep questions for your next pediatrician visit or lactation consultation. 

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

Book a call to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea

Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026

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Are you preparing for labor and wondering how to feel calm and confident about the big day? Whether it’s your first baby or your fifth, labor is as much a mental experience as it is a physical one.

At 30 weeks pregnant with baby #2, Chelsea felt her first Braxton Hicks contractions—a wake-up call to the mindset work she’d been neglecting this time around. Inspired by Childbirth Without Fear by Dick Grantly Read, Chelsea explores how understanding your body’s natural design and the fear-tension-pain cycle can transform your mindset and help you approach labor with confidence.

Tune in to discover:

• The Fear-Tension-Pain Cycle: What it is and how breaking the cycle can reduce discomfort during labor.
• How Your Body is Designed for Birth: Trusting the natural processes of childbirth to feel more in control.
• Simple Steps for Mindset Prep: From affirmations to relaxation techniques, learn actionable ways to shift your mindset.

This episode is a powerful reminder that labor is not just about physical preparation—it’s about mental readiness too. Whether you’re aiming for an unmedicated birth or simply want to feel more at peace, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, inspired, and empowered to take on labor your way.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

Book a call to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea

Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026

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Postpartum recovery is more than just physical—it’s a multidimensional process that affects your body, mind, and spirit. In this episode of Postpartum Better, Chelsea introduces the 5-5-5 Method, a simple and effective postpartum recovery plan designed to help new moms prioritize healing after birth.

Chelsea shares why this method is one of the best tools for healing your postpartum body and how it supports both physical recovery and emotional well-being. She also provides new mom recovery tips to help you implement the 5-5-5 Method successfully.

For moms with older kids, Chelsea offers a bonus tip for adapting this plan while balancing the needs of your other children. Learn how to involve older siblings, plan quiet-time activities, and lean on your village to support your recovery.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

Book a call to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea

Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026

Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol

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Are you nervous about taking maternity photos and unsure how to feel your best?

In today’s episode of Postpartum Better, Chelsea shares must-know tips to feel confident and comfortable during your maternity shoot—whether it’s your first time or you’re capturing memories for baby number two.

Drawing from her personal experience at 29 weeks pregnant, Chelsea opens up about the challenges of body changes, wardrobe indecision, and self-doubt many moms face before stepping in front of the camera. This episode is packed with practical advice to help you feel radiant and relaxed while celebrating your pregnancy.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• How to embrace your body and feel confident despite pregnancy changes.
• What to wear for maternity photos to highlight your bump and feel comfortable.
• Easy hair and makeup tips to enhance your natural glow.
• Posing and lighting secrets to get beautiful, flattering photos.
• Why including your partner or children can create meaningful family memories.

Whether you’re planning a professional maternity shoot or DIYing photos at home, this episode will help you look and feel amazing in your pregnancy pictures.

Don’t miss this step-by-step guide to capturing the beauty of your motherhood journey!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

Book a call to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea

Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026

Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter