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Maranda Bower, Postpartum Bliss Coach

A podcast for women who want to heal their body naturally in the YEARS after birth. Here, we dive into nutrition, sleep, hormone balance, fitness, and so much more. Hosted by Maranda Bower, Postpartum Bliss Coach and Womb Whisperer®, international speaker, 4-time best-selling author, creator of the Postpartum Nutrition Plan and Certification Program, and so much more. Join me as we dive into important topics surrounding your body and your healing after birth.

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This isn’t a farewell, it’s an evolution.Let’s be honest, if you’re listening to this podcast, you know basic postpartum protocols are falling short for clients battling postpartum depression, PPA, and autoimmune conditions, which is why we aren’t quitting, we’re going deeper in a different way.

Maranda is pausing the podcast because the weekly format became a cage, limiting the essential unconstrained research and complex arguments needed for deep root-cause analysis. She's making a deliberate shift to a long-form writing platform dedicated to giving you what you really need: comprehensive functional health frameworks and searchable, in-depth holistic maternal health resources. If you're ready to stop relying on surface-level fixes and access the next level of dignified, research-based postpartum provider education that truly heals, the revolution is about to unfold.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

0:15: Acknowledging the failing care system and the urgent need for holistic root cause care.
2:00: The podcast format is too limited for sharing complex health arguments.
4:00: Why long-form writing offers superior depth and unconstrained research.
5:30: The shift to a new, searchable writing platform for comprehensive resources.
7:15: The continued growth of postpartum nutrition certification and perinatal mental health training.
8:30: The final, crucial message: Question everything and trust the mother's body knowledge.

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That years-long struggle to conceive doesn't disappear when the baby arrives—it becomes the root cause of challenging postpartum recovery. Fertility specialist Gabriela Rosa is here to expose the devastating link between unresolved fertility trauma and intense perinatal mental health struggles. . We dive deep into the physiological and emotional barriers, highlighting the profound impact of pre-conception health and the shocking reality that the male factor accounts for up to 50% of fertility issues, yet remains frequently ignored. Learn how to shift focus from treating symptoms like postpartum anxiety to addressing the arduous, traumatizing path to pregnancy for true holistic family healing.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

04:15: The unresolved trauma of infertility and how it fuels guilt and resentment in the fourth trimester.
09:32: Need for trauma-informed perinatal mental health for previously infertile mothers.
10:19: Infertility is never "one thing" but systemic, biochemical obstacles.
14:27: The concept of transgenerational fertility and lifetime exposures.
16:00: Endocrine disruptors and their impact on reproductive lifespan.
19:00: Why miscarriages are common but not normal—a call for root-cause investigation.
25:52: The critical need to address male factor infertility
27:10: How Gabriela Rosa achieved a 78.8% live birth rate by treating both partners.
30:45: The conflicting interests in the healthcare system that promote IVF overuse over prevention.
35:18: The massive cost savings of implementing preventative medicine in the perinatal period.
36:44: Inspire Study for reproductive grief and trauma.

Connect with Gabriela

Gabriela Rosa is a renowned fertility specialist, reproductive health educator, and Harvard University-awarded scholar. She is the founder and CEO of The Rosa Institute, the world's first virtual and holistic fertility clinic, serving patients globally. Gabriela's innovative methodology addresses biochemical obstacles to help couples overcome infertility and recurrent miscarriages. With her team, she has educated over 140,000 couples in more than 110 countries. She also hosts the TalkSex with Gabriela Rosa podcast. For more information, visit www.fertilitybreakthrough.com.

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🎒Download the Postpartum Restoration Method™ Assessment Tool
🧠Perinatal Mental Health Certificate Training
🔔Sign up for the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Waitlist
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📚Get a Copy of the BOOK: Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness
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The truth is out: If your clients are struggling with slow healing, relentless fatigue, or impaired milk production, the cold food in their diet is the root cause. For generations, reductionist nutrition dismissed the ancient, global wisdom of warming foods as mere cultural folklore. They were wrong. This episode is your urgent intervention, proving with hard science that ice water and cold cereal actively deplete the new mother's energy reserves, fueling everything from anxiety to postpartum depression.

Maranda dives into the non-negotiable physiology—from digestive enzyme function to nervous system regulation—that proves traditional postpartum care systems (like TCM and Ayurveda) understood holistic health far better than modern medicine. Discover the concrete, scientific mechanisms that validate the Warming Foods Principle and learn how to integrate this critical postpartum nutrition strategy immediately, giving your clients the rapid, foundational recovery they deserve. It's time to stop letting modern convenience trump functional healing!

Check out the episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

00:30: The universal consensus: Traditional postpartum care systems across the globe mandate warm foods.
04:15: Examples from TCM, Ayurveda, Latin American, African, and European traditions.
11:47: Why modern medicine dismissed this ancient wisdom as superstition (reductionism, male-dominated science).
19:50: Physiological mechanism 1: Cold food impairs digestive enzyme function at 98.6°F.
21:20: Physiological mechanism 2: Cold causes vasoconstriction, impairing blood flow and nutrient absorption.
23:45: Physiological mechanism 3: Cold forces metabolic energy expenditure (thermogenesis) the mother can't afford.
26:38: Physiological mechanism 4: Cold activates sympathetic "fight or flight," warm supports parasympathetic "rest and digest."
29:10: The role of warming spices (ginger, cinnamon, turmeric) in promoting gastric secretions.
31:45: The link between warm foods, optimal blood flow, and robust milk production.
34:23: Addressing objections: Hot climates and the difference between "refreshing" and "beneficial."
36:50: The power of the Three Pillars of Knowledge (Science, Stories, Practice) for optimal perinatal health education.

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🎒Download the Postpartum Restoration Method™ Assessment Tool
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When your clients say they're "drowning" or they "can't trust themselves," we can't just chalk it up to a simple chemical imbalance. We have to get real about postpartum anxiety (PPA).The clinical model, with its standard screening tools like the Edinburgh scale, is missing the deeper, unrecognized crisis of identity and boundaries that fuels so much of the mental load and perinatal mental health struggle.

Carley Schweet joins Maranda us today to share her own journey through undiagnosed PPA and the profound psychological and neurological rewiring that happens in the mother's brain. They talk about radical self-care, the power of reconnecting with maternal intuition, and how setting and honoring boundaries is the key to moving from feeling "not enough" to thriving in motherhood. This conversation is your key to recognizing the subtle, yet debilitating, non-clinical signs of PPA and giving your clients permission to choose differently so they can heal at the root.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE:

Key time stamps:

01:47 Carley's personal struggle with undiagnosed postpartum anxiety
02:56 The fear of losing a child that silences mothers & mental health.
03:40 The creation of Hello Postpartum gift boxes to honor the mother
07:12 Standard clinical scales miss the identity shift and deeper trauma.
08:25 Postpartum anxiety can start 3+ years after birth.
09:48 Carley's coaching background + boundaries and people-pleasing.
11:13 Motherhood as a mirror for untrue narratives and lack of self-care.
13:53 The challenge of boundary setting is a consistent theme
16:14 Psychological and neurological rewiring in the mother's brain
17:21 The biggest hormonal drop occurs after the placenta detaches.
17:40 The power of giving yourself permission to choose differently
19:36 How Chat GPT and AI contribute to intuitive disconnection
21:52 The daily practice of disconnection

Connect with Carley:

In 2020, Carley founded Hello Postpartum, a platform dedicated to curating thoughtful gift boxes for new moms while uplifting other women-owned businesses. As a mom of two, published author, entrepreneur, and holistic self-care coach, Carley brings a passionate and intentional perspective to all she does. She currently lives outside of Seattle, where she runs her business and enjoys life with her family. Website | IG

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Let's expose the standard advice that is making new mothers miserable: the push for high-fiber, raw fruits and vegetables immediately postpartum. It sounds healthy, but it's the root cause of crippling postpartum bloating, gas, and poor nutrient absorption!

Get ready for a physiological truth: the postpartum digestive system is temporarily compromised. Loading it with complex plant matter is sabotage. You'll uncover the ancient wisdom of traditional cultures (Chinese, Ayurvedic) that prioritized warm, cooked, easily digestible foods for thousands of years. This episode is your guide to strategic postpartum nutrition that maximizes healing and finally ends the cycle of depletion and discomfort.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

02:50: Why the postpartum digestive system is temporarily compromised.
04:05: The body prioritizes critical healing over complex digestion.
05:40: Traditional cultures prioritize warm, cooked, easily digestible foods.
07:15: Why cold, raw foods dampen the digestive "fire."
08:20: The flaw in modern nutrition: ignoring digestibility and absorption.
08:50: Fiber requires significant digestive capacity the postpartum body lacks.
10:10: How high-fiber foods cause bloating, gas, and inflammation in a compromised gut.
11:00: Raw vegetables are problematic: they require high energy and are "cooling."
12:50: The benefits of cooking: increased nutrient bioavailability and reduced anti-nutrients.
13:30: The real causes of postpartum constipation (hormones, fear, magnesium deficiency).
14:55: How high fiber impairs nutrient absorption (binding effect) for depleted mothers.
16:00: The correct progression: simple/cooked → complex/raw.
17:00: Immediate relief: Switching to cooked, warm food resolves bloating in days.
17:55: The importance of respecting digestive capacity and natural progression.

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🎒Download the Postpartum Restoration Method™ Assessment Tool
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📚Get a Copy of the BOOK: Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness
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Postpartum providers, the PPD and exhaustion your clients face are direct outcomes of the medicalized birth model. Renowned OB-turned-advocate Dr. Stu Fischbein joins us to expose why standard practices (like the "six-week checkup") create pervasive obstetrical trauma. This episode cuts through the noise to reveal the root cause of the postpartum crisis and shows you how to fight for the holistic care your clients deserve.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE

Key time stamps:

01:44: Dr. Stu's unique perspective: 28 years in hospital OB vs. 12+ years in home birth
04:52: OB residency teaches providers to view pregnancy as an illness
08:00: The hospital model is designed for efficiency and profit
11:48: The "see you in six weeks" model is driven by financial reimbursement
15:04: The medical system separates mother and baby as two entities
20:50: The economic and societal benefit of paid parental leave
23:44: subsidizing midwifery care for a year is an important social change
26:40: Why women must not abdicate responsibility for their birth care
29:44: Obstetrical abuse behaviors are similar to domestic abuse
35:07: Obstetrical trauma makes postpartum recovery more difficult.
38:40: cognitive dissonance that prevents doctors from seeing the problem.
44:45: Why families cannot rely on the system for postpartum support.
46:00: The critical role of the husband in defending the mother
48:38: Why medicine ignores what it can't quantify or bill for
50:40: The danger of licensing doulas and regulating quality.
54:17: Why midwifery schools are becoming medicalized

Connect with Dr. Stu

Stuart James Fischbein MD is a published author of the book “Fearless Pregnancy, Wisdom & Reassurance from a Doctor, A Midwife and A Mom” and peer-reviewed papers Homebirth with an Obstetrician, A Series of 135 Out of Hospital Births, Breech Birth at Home and Twin Home Birth. He spent 28 years assisting women with hospital birthing and, then for the next 12+ years, was a homebirth obstetrician who worked directly with midwives. He now lectures globally, advocating for informed consent and reteaching breech & twin birth skills. Host of the weekly Birthing Instincts Podcast with Blyss Young. Website | IG

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🎒Download the Postpartum Restoration Method™ Assessment Tool
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🔔Sign up for the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Waitlist
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Stop Starving Postpartum Mothers: The Dangerous Lie of the 300-500 Calorie Postpartum Diet Recommendation

The 300-500 calorie recommendation for breastfeeding? It's fundamentally flawed, based on decades-old data scaled down from men, and is actively keeping postpartum mothers nutritionally depleted. Maranda is exposing this colossal gap in maternal health. Learn the real metabolic demands of healing, the truth about nutrient depletion, and the 1100–1600 extra calories needed for holistic recovery. This is the key to unlocking lasting solutions for your clients struggling with exhaustion and mood disorders.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-300-500-calorie-myth-why-standard-postpartum-nutrition-advice-is-starving-mothers-ep-244/

Key time stamps:

02:12: Defining the 300-500 calorie myth and its inadequate nature.
03:45: The shocking history: RDAs based on male bodies, not women.
06:40: The massive nutrient depletion caused by pregnancy and birth.
08:15: Milk production costs 500-700 calories—consuming the entire recommendation.
09:30: Energetic demands: Tissue healing, blood rebuilding, hormone recalibration.
10:18: The shocking truth: Moms need 1100–1600 extra calories a day.
11:55: The focus of current science is accommodating weight loss, not healing.
13:00: 80% of postpartum women are depleted in key nutrients.
14:50: Why the body literally cannibalizes bones and teeth for milk.
16:30: The solution: Focusing on nutrients, not just calories.
17:00: Protein needed: 80 to 120 grams per day for tissue repair.
17:55: Importance of therapeutic micronutrients (beyond RDA levels).
18:40: The damaging effect of calorie restriction on postpartum hunger signals.
19:50: Restricting calories triggers a stress response and leads to weight retention.
20:45: The myth that breastfeeding guarantees automatic weight loss.
21:40: Prolactin, the lactation hormone, triggers fat storage—it's protective.
22:30: The 300-500 calorie recommendation needs to die.

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If you feel like you & your clients are losing a battle, you need to listen. Journalist and activist Milli Hill connects the dots on how the industrialized assault on female health is a unified war on women's autonomy. Milli connects the industrialized assault on female health to the rise of PPD and birth trauma. We expose the truth your perinatal mental health clients face: how ultra-processed food, profit-driven medicalization of childbirth, and sex-based language erasure attack the biological reality of motherhood.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-war-on-womens-language-with-milli-hill-ep-243/

Key time stamps:

02:20 Ultra-Processed Women Why changing diet is a radical act of resistance
04:45 Disconnection from nature and the body as a systemic issues
09:06 The link between industrialization, profit, and the patriarchal control over women's bodies
12:11 Why the saying "all that matters is a healthy baby" minimizes the woman's birth experience and value
14:15 Moms and babies are not fine/ moving away from normalization of struggle
16:16 Navigating the debate around sex-based language and cancel culture
25:00 Distinguishing between individual inclusion/pronoun respect and population-level language erasure
26:37 The erasure of women in politics and publications creates a new form of censorship
28:58 Language war is a men's rights movement aiming to decouple womanhood from female biology
31:00 "What About Women?"

Connect with Milli

Milli Hill is a best-selling author, feminist journalist, and advocate known for reframing the narrative around women's bodies and autonomy in health. She is the author of The Positive Birth Book, Give Birth like a Feminist, and the critically acclaimed Ultra Processed Women. She founded and ran the Positive Birth Movement (2012-2021), a global network focused on improving birth experiences. A leading voice in the debate around sex-based language in maternity care, she writes the popular Substack, WHAT ABOUT WOMEN, which focuses on feminism, sex/gender issues, and the erasure of women from language, alongside her Substack Unprocess (exploring a less processed plate and life). She lives in Somerset with her family.

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What if the very foundation of modern care—science alone—is the problem?

You see the stats: mothers are drowning in postpartum depression, crippling anxiety, and mysterious autoimmune flare-ups. You're doing the screenings, you're following the standard protocols, but the lasting solutions are elusive. What if the very foundation of modern care—science alone—is the problem? Maranda dives into the six critical limitations of medical science that are actively harming mothers in the fourth trimester. This isn't anti-science; it's a call for a more honest, holistic postpartum health model. This episode exposes the six critical limitations of medical care actively harming the fourth trimester. We break down why relying on RCTs ignores millennia of successful traditional postpartum practices. Discover the Three Pillars of Knowledge for root-cause resolution in perinatal mental health and move beyond symptom management

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-6-critical-blind-spots-of-science-that-are-harming-postpartum-moms-ep-242/

Key time stamps:

04:15: Miranda’s personal story: Dismissed with Zoloft, actually had thyroid dysfunction, gut infection, and severe nutrient deficiencies.
09:05: The Three Pillars of Postpartum Knowledge: Science, Women's Stories, and Traditional Practices.
11:47: Limitation #1: Science is money-driven and prioritizes patentable solutions over holistic postpartum practices.
16:30: Limitation #3: Dismissing millennia of traditional care (like warm, cooked foods) as mere anecdotal evidence.
21:20: Limitation #4: Doctors are taught pathology, not how the body actually heals, leading to a focus on pieces instead of the whole.
26:38: Limitation #5: The male bias in research and leadership and why women were historically excluded from clinical trials.
31:45: Limitation #6: Time lag in policy change—it takes 10-15 years for new evidence to become standard practice.
34:23: Clinical Example: Client with "medication-resistant PPD" actually had Hashimoto's and severe B12/Ferritin deficiency.
36:50: Call to Action: Believe your client, investigate beyond basic labs, and hold providers accountable for outdated care.
40:17: Final thought: Science alone is not enough; we need all three pillars for comprehensive, root-cause postpartum support.

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As a postpartum provider, you already know the postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression epidemic is real. But we are avoiding a massive blind spot. We’re talking about the missing partner in postpartum care—the fathers.

Eric Stein, co-founder of Restorative Roots (the nationwide postpartum meal delivery service), to dive deep into how sidelining the masculine partner is costing maternal health dearly, often fueling postpartum resentment and a profound lack of safety. This isn't just about making dads feel useful; it’s about functional postpartum recovery and safeguarding the mother's entire well-being. Eric shares his raw journey from an unprepared first-time father to a fully present birth partner and why finding a men’s group was the game-changer for his family's harmony. Learn how, as a provider, you can help your clients' family dynamics and foster genuine holistic postpartum health for both parents.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

01:55: Why most fathers feel unprepared and excluded from postpartum care.
02:22: The cost of sidelining partners: increased maternal anxiety and slow progress.
03:07: Addressing the guilt of partners who can't take time off work.
04:03: Provider tip: Tailor communication to the partner (listener, talker, reader).
06:23: Societal pressure and why men feel pushed out of the birth process.
08:43: The trap of "robot mode" doing vs. the power of being present.
09:48: The missing inter-generational transfer of fatherhood knowledge.
10:18: Addressing postpartum resentment when partners are unsupportive.
14:30: Defining "masculine leadership" as showing up prepared and confident.
15:30: Why partner self-care is mandatory before the baby arrives.
20:41: The #1 intervention: Men's support groups for direct, masculine feedback.
25:59: Call to action: Providers must create or push men's groups for support.

Connect with Eric:

Co-founder of Restorative Roots, (formerly known as Mama Meals) a nationwide postpartum meal delivery company. He spent the last 3.5 years growing their business from weekly pickups out of their garage to nationwide direct-to-consumer frozen delivery right to your door.

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🎒Download the Postpartum Restoration Method™ Assessment Tool
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Let's be real: telling a terrified mom that her horrific intrusive thoughts are "normal" is only half the story, and it's not good enough.

This episode is your new essential guide. We're cutting past the surface talk about "scary thoughts" and diving deep into the neuroscience of what's actually going on. Your client's brain is doing a brilliant, protective job being hypervigilant, but then sleep deprivation, nutritional depletion, and chronic stress turn that protection into a panic spiral. We explain exactly how to spot the difference between a normal thought and pathological Postpartum OCD and, most importantly, how to offer root-cause solutions that stop the nervous system from fueling those terrifying images. If you want to move beyond just screening and genuinely help your clients heal, you need to hear this.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE

Key time stamps:

1:03 Naming the Unspeakable: What Do Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts Really Look Like?

2:34 Why Telling a Mom "It's Normal" Simply Isn't Enough (and Why It's Harmful).

5:57 Maternal Brain Plasticity 101: How Evolution Made the Postpartum Brain Brilliant.

8:18 Hypervigilance, Sympathetic Dominance, and The Postpartum Energy Debt.

10:58 The Spiral: When a Protective Thought Leads to Pathological Anxiety.

14:25 Root Causes Driving Postpartum Nervous System Dysregulation.

17:54 Case Study: Resolving Severe Nighttime Intrusive Thoughts with Nutrition (Ferritin & Labs).

20:22 Case Study: Feeding Anxiety, Blood Sugar Crashes, and Adrenal Support.

22:09 The Critical Distinction: Intrusive Thoughts vs. Postpartum OCD (P-OCD).

25:12 The Whole-Person Assessment Framework for Intrusive Thoughts.

27:08 Layered Interventions That Work: Regulation, Foundations, Trauma, and Support.

29:27 Common Provider Mistakes: Minimizing, Catastrophizing, and Isolating Symptoms.

32:17 Intrusive (Ego-Dystonic) Vs. Psychotic (Ego-Syntonic) Thoughts: Why This Distinction is Life-Saving.

35:17 Partner Education: Helping Support People Provide Help, Not Judgment.

37:47 Building Resilience, Not Symptom Suppression: Long-Term Nervous System Health.

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Postpartum providers, let's be direct: Your clients are exhausted, anxious, and let down by the current system.

This episode with functional health expert Anu Simh gives you the unfiltered truth about postpartum recovery. We're destroying the "bounce back" myth and focusing on root causes: the massive changes in the mother-baby microbiome, the power of 42 days of rest, and why conventional diet advice is failing. Anu explains why the focus must be on rebuilding health at the root—through strategic nutrition, gut health support, and, most critically, community support. This is a deep-dive into how ancient, holistic care practices backed by modern science provide the lasting solutions for your clients’ lifelong well-being.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/postpartum-gut-health-and-the-mother-baby-microbiome-anu-simh-ep-239/

Key time stamps

01:50: Ditch "Bounce Back": Recovery is about rebuilding the body, not a quick fix.
05:33: Ancient Wisdom: Universal postpartum care means warming foods and holistic support.
09:51: Provider Gap: Mothers seek help elsewhere because doctors miss the gut-microbiome connection.
12:00: 42 Days of Rest: It's a non-negotiable functional health window for hormonal and microbial reset.
15:40: Fueling Recovery: Good fats and complex carbs are essential for brain function and breastfeeding.
18:39: Microbiome Heirloom: The mother's gut changes dramatically, directly impacting the baby's microbial health.
22:15: Missing Support: Lack of community connection is a primary driver of maternal stress and poor outcomes.
26:28: Resources: Anu's book, Flourish from Within, on optimizing the baby's first three years.

Connect with Anu

Anu Simh is a Board Certified Functional Health Coach and graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She blends her background in organic chemistry, Ayurvedic counseling, and holistic nutrition to guide clients toward vibrant, lasting health. Anu’s work centers on gut health, sleep quality, circadian rhythm, and the brain’s reward system to reduce inflammation, manage cravings, and support sustainable weight loss. Through her Nine Arms of Wellness program, she teaches how to use food as medicine and draws from over 100 dietary theories to support physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Website | IG

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Your postpartum clients aren't just "busy"—they're breaking down. Here's the truth your assessments are missing: The invisible mental load is a chronic state of cognitive overload that's hijacking her body.

This isn't a failure of willpower; it's a physiological response to chronic stress that causes everything from unexplained anxiety and low milk supply to pelvic pain and insomnia. Maranda reveals how this unacknowledged cognitive burden triggers the HPA axis, shuts down nervous system regulation, and creates a cascade of physical symptoms. Every postpartum provider—from lactation consultants to functional health experts—must recognize this root cause. Stop treating the symptoms (the fatigue, the rage, the anxiety) and start addressing the overload. Learn the red flags and the Postpartum Restoration Method framework to deliver the lasting solutions your clients desperately need.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-invisible-mental-load-why-mothers-are-breaking-down-ep-238/

Key time stamps:

1:03 - Defining The Invisible Mental Load & The Shocking Case of Low Milk Supply
3:33 - The Physiology of Cognitive Overload: HPA Axis and Systemic Effects
6:53 - Clinical Patterns Providers Miss: The Hyper-Vigilant Manager, Overwhelmed Perfectionist, and Depleted Default Parent
9:37 - Pelvic Floor Tension & The Bonding "Disconnection"
22:15 - The Red Flags and "Better Questions" for Assessment

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This episode rips into the postpartum care crisis and why the current system fails new mothers. Maranda hosts Courtney Boylan, founder of Le Lolo, a brand dedicated to transforming sterile, clinical postpartum essentials into beautiful, functional, and empowering tools. Courtney shares her personal struggle with postpartum mental health and the medical-grade narrative that makes women feel "broken." We discuss the deep need for high-quality postpartum accessories and why shifting the focus to the mother's needs first is the only path to true postnatal healing and long-term maternal wellness. This is a bold call for a cultural shift in how we support and value the new mother.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/making-postpartum-beautiful-courtney-boylan-ep-237/

Key time stamps:

00:15: Addressing the Postpartum Care Crisis and need for Holistic Solutions.
01:33: Courtney Boylan shares her postpartum mental health struggles and the market gap.
02:37: The birth of Le Lolo: Transforming sterile postpartum essentials into beautiful tools.
04:29: Le Lolo's mission: Products as a physical reminder of a mother's worth and strength.
08:01: The crucial shift: Prioritizing the mother’s needs first for true postnatal recovery.
09:12: The taboo truth: Mother's self-care prevents depletion and resentment.
13:37: Normalizing postpartum products on a baby registry to end shame.
18:18: Why Postpartum Providers must advocate for and educate on essential products.

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Courtney Boylan is the founder of Le Lolo, a brand dedicated to making postpartum essentials beautiful, functional, and empowering for new moms. Inspired by her own experience as a mom of three, she created Le Lolo to fill a gap in the market—offering stylish, high-quality accessories that remind new moms of their strength, beauty, and worth. With 16 new breastfeeding accessories that just launched, Le Lolo is on a mission to revolutionize and beautify the postpartum market. At its core, the brand is a reminder that self-care and self-love are essential during postpartum—because no one is more deserving of beautiful accessories than a new mom.

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There is a massive blind spot in perinatal mental health: the failure to investigate root causes. This episode is a fierce wake-up call.

Postpartum professionals, stop watching new moms get a PPD/PPA label when their body is screaming for help. That crippling fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety is often a symptom of profound physiological imbalance, not just a psychiatric one. We’re exposing the epidemic of undiagnosed medical conditions—like Hashimoto's, severe iron deficiency, and B12 depletion—that mimic PPD. If you want lasting solutions and to quit playing symptom whack-a-mole, you must learn to spot the "Anxious Mother" and "Depleted Mom" patterns and confidently demand the life-saving comprehensive labs that reveal the truth.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/when-its-not-depression-misdiagnosed-mental-health-in-postpartum-ep-236/

Key time stamps:

0:00The Crisis in Postpartum Care
1:10 Sarah’s Story: Misdiagnosed and Depleted
3:37 Labs No One Ordered
6:58 Maranda’s Postpartum Wake-Up Call
11:42 Stats That Should Make You Angry
15:02 Symptom Whack-a-Mole in Clinics
17:49 Screening Limits and Missed Needs
21: 16 Pattern One: The Anxious Mother
24:32 Pattern Two: The Depleted Mom
27:12 Thyroid Truths Postpartum
31:09 Inflammation as a Driver
33:35 A New Model: Root-Cause Training
37:12 The Cost of Misdiagnosis
40:22 What Moms and Providers Can Do

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In a world of fragmented perinatal, postpartum and maternal care, collaboration is a radical act of healing.

This episode challenges the status quo by diving into a conversation with perinatal nutrition expert Brooke Harmer, who shares her own journey from feeling like an 'outsider' in the perinatal and postpartum space to becoming a sought-after collaborator. She offers a no-fluff guide to bridging the gap between holistic and conventional medicine. You will learn how to overcome the fear of rejection, build powerful partnerships with OBs, midwives, and mainstream brands, and elevate your role as a postpartum professional to create a more holistic care system for mothers.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/from-isolation-to-collaboration-building-your-postpartum-provider-community-brooke-harmer-ep-235/

Key time stamps:

00:00: The radical idea of collaboration in maternal care
02:12: Brooke's personal journey to becoming a collaborative partner
04:15: Why fragmentation in postpartum care is a critical issue
07:33: The mindset shift from 'outsider' to 'trusted resource'
09:05: What to do when you feel invisible in your community
11:47: How to find common ground with conventional providers
14:50: The single biggest barrier to collaboration
21:20: The key players every postpartum team needs
23:45: Tactical steps to form partnerships today
26:38: How a nutritionist partners with OBs and PTs
29:10: The power of a shared mission for postpartum wellness
40:17: The mission of building a future of fully supported mothers

Connect with Brooke:

Brooke Harmer is a certified perinatal nutritionist who empowers moms to take a proactive approach to their health through holistic nutrition and lifestyle habits. Her work blends scientific research with ancient wisdom to help moms work with their medical providers and their bodies to thrive during pregnancy and postpartum. She is the author of two best-selling cookbooks, host of a top 30 podcast, and has become a trusted voice in the mama community for all things health and wellness.

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The truth about postpartum nutrition goes way beyond kale smoothies and multivitamins. For too long, women's healthcare has failed mothers, leaving them to seek answers from online influencers and fads. But as a provider, you're ready to do more.

This is a deep dive into the five interconnected sciences that truly shape a mother’s healing journey. We're getting to the heart of what's missing in modern care—looking beyond recipes to the deep biological, emotional, and cultural forces that determine a mother's recovery. This is a blueprint for a new standard of holistic postpartum care that empowers you to offer a deeper, more effective kind of support that honors a mother's whole being.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-5-sciences-of-postpartum-nutrition-its-not-just-nutrition-ep-234/

Key time stamps:

0:02 Why the current postpartum care system is failing.
1:50 The myth that postpartum nutrition is just about healthy eating.
2:53 A mother's body is regenerating and recalibrating, not just recovering.
4:31 Science 1: Nutritional Biochemistry and cellular-level healing.
9:26 Science 2: Neuroscience, explaining the profound reorganization of the maternal brain.
12:52 Science 3: Anthropology, the cultural and ancestral roots of postpartum care.
15:31 Science 4: Chronobiology, showing why male-based science fails postpartum women.
17:57 Why postpartum healing is cyclical, not linear.
19:55 Integrating all five sciences for truly holistic care.
23:25 The free resource for providers: the Postpartum Restoration Method Assessment Tool.

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As a postpartum professional you've likely seen the confusing overlap between postpartum and perimenopause, especially with women having babies later in life.

Our conventional medical system treats these two distinct phases as separate, leaving women feeling lost and often misdiagnosed. This episode tackles the key signs and solutions that empower providers like you to offer truly informed root-cause care. We're joined by Lauren Tetenbaum, a specialist in maternal mental health and perimenopause, to break down the science, the shame, and the solutions, because we believe every woman deserves comprehensive care.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/is-it-postpartum-or-perimenopause-lauren-tetenbaum-ep-233/

Key time stamps:

00:00: An introduction to the confusing overlap between postpartum and perimenopause.
02:57: Breaking down how similar symptoms appear in both phases.
05:25: Why lifestyle is the foundation for treating both conditions.
07:11: The ongoing stigma around medication and quick fixes.
09:16: Myth-busting the safety of hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
15:31: Why our hormonal dips are natural but not always normal.
17:50: The normalization of symptoms like postpartum depression and anxiety.
20:34: The overlap of perinatal mental health and perimenopause.
23:39: How to advise women who are unsure what's happening to their bodies.
24:45: Maranda’s closing remarks on the importance of informed decisions.

Connect with Lauren

Lauren Tetenbaum, LCSW, JD, PMH-C is a licensed clinical social worker, women's rights advocate, and writer dedicated to supporting and empowering women through life transitions. With experience as both a lawyer and a psychotherapist, Lauren specializes in counseling women navigating identity shifts related to motherhood, career, and reproductive health. Lauren frequently contributes thought leadership to media and professional organizations; she is the author of the 2025 book Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period. Learn more about Lauren at thecounseLaur.com.

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For so many postpartum care providers—from doulas and lactation consultants to doctors and therapists—the journey into this field is less of a convenient career path and often, more of a spiritual calling based on deeply personal experiences.

Maranda's getting right to the heart of the matter. She reveals the shocking truth about the gaps in women's healthcare and shares why so many new moms are forced to seek answers from online influencers instead of their own medical providers. She's also opening sharing her 15-year journey of creating a comprehensive resource that bridges ancient wisdom with modern, evidence-based science. This isn't just about a career path; it's about a revolution in postpartum care driven by personal experience and a passionate mission to ensure no mother is left to struggle alone.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/sacred-meets-science-the-real-reason-providers-enter-postpartum-care-ep-232/

Key time stamps:

0:02: The common origin story of postpartum care providers.
3:34: The uncomfortable truths about women's healthcare and why it's failing new mothers.
5:02: Why desperate mothers turn to influencers for answers instead of their own doctors.
6:55: The 15-year journey of creating a comprehensive postpartum nutrition manual.
13:50: Blending ancient wisdom with modern science to reclaim postpartum care.
17:00: The importance of integrating traditional practices into our modern, fast-paced world.
19:19: How experienced providers, after becoming mothers, realize the gaps in their own training.
23:57: Information on how to access the manual and the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program.

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If you’ve ever felt like your professional training left you unprepared for the realities of postpartum care, you’re not alone.

This episode tackles the massive gaps in our education system that leave perinatal professionals—from doulas to therapists—under-resourced. It’s a candid look at the biggest blind spots in the industry and why they are costing mothers their peace, healing, and even their lives. We’ll expose the system that fails providers and explore the five critical things every postpartum professional wishes they learned in school. Get ready to shift your perspective on maternal mental health, postpartum nutrition, and the true meaning of postpartum recovery.

Check out this episode on the blog here: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/5-things-every-postpartum-provider-wishes-they-learned-in-school-ep-231/

Key time stamps:

0:02: The current postpartum care system is failing new mothers.
3:01: Mental health professionals lack dedicated courses on postpartum.
3:53: Nutritionists miss crucial information on depletion and the gut-brain axis.
4:43: Doulas are left under-resourced to handle deeper maternal issues.
6:03: Providers were failed by their training, not the other way around.
10:08: Why nutrition is the missing link in postpartum depression.
14:57: The importance of understanding the root causes of postpartum symptoms.
18:00: Postpartum is a profound transformation, not a diagnosis.
22:57: The nervous system holds the key to healing from misdiagnosed trauma.
28:01: You aren't broken; you're just under-trained.
29:25: Introducing a new model to bridge the educational gaps.

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What if the current "broken" postpartum care system isn't really broken... but just incomplete?

Maranda sits down with Ja’Neen Jenkins, a licensed professional counselor, certified childbirth educator, doula, and postpartum nutrition expert through Postpartum University, brings a rare blend of clinical expertise and personal experience to the table. She's changing the game by bridging the critical gaps in our current maternal healthcare system, offering a holistic approach that addresses everything from nervous system regulation to postpartum mental health and the vital role of postpartum nutrition.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/regulating-the-postpartum-nervous-system-janeen-jenkins-ep-227/

Key time stamps:

1:42: Janine's unique approach to maternal support
3:11: Identifying gaps in provider collaboration and holistic care
4:08: The critical role of a trusted liaison in maternal health
7:23: The challenges and beauty of pioneering a new care model
8:44: Navigating the tension between diagnosis and holistic care
12:24: The vital need for nutrition education in therapy
13:17: Discussing prevention in perinatal mental health
16:29: Nervous system dysregulation vs. mental health diagnoses
17:33: Deep dive into nervous system regulation for birth and postpartum
19:43: The power of HypnoBirthing and nervous system control
21:58: Applying nervous system regulation to motherhood
24:43: The role of nutrition in emotional and psychological healing
28:07: The power of relationships and collaboration in postpartum care

Connect with Ja'Neen:

Ja’Neen Jenkins is a Licensed Professional Counselor, certified childbirth educator, doula, and postpartum nutrition expert who specializes in trauma-informed care for the perinatal journey. With a rare blend of clinical expertise and lived experience, she supports mothers through birth prep, emotional healing, and postpartum recovery with compassion and evidence-based tools. As the founder of the Covered Mama Community, she creates spaces where women feel deeply seen, supported, and empowered. Ja’Neen is passionate about helping mothers regulate their nervous systems, process their stories, and reclaim their strength. Website

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What does it really take to be a postpartum professional who delivers results?

In this powerful behind the scenes episode, Maranda sits down with 2 CPPNS, Certified Postpartum Nutrition Specialists; Brooke Harmer and McKayla Broadhurst to reveal how the Postpartum Nutrition Certification radically transformed their careers. They get candid about the critical gaps in traditional postpartum care, sharing how this program gave them the tools to not only serve their clients more effectively but also to heal themselves. If you are a birth worker, healthcare provider, or postpartum advocate who knows there's a better way to support mothers, this is the story you need to hear. This isn't just about nutrition; it's about leading a new standard of care.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/we-took-the-postpartum-nutrition-certification-heres-what-happened-ep-229/

Key time stamps:

00:00: The postpartum crisis and the need for holistic solutions.
02:45: Brooke and McKayla share what brought them to postpartum care.
04:04: The lack of support mothers receive after birth.
06:00: How nutrition profoundly impacts a client's mental health.
09:14: The business benefits of integrating nutrition into care.
13:35: Why many traditional certifications fail to address postpartum needs.
20:09: The critical importance of a postpartum-only certification.
22:41: McKayla's story of healing chronic illness through nutrition.
26:05: Brooke's experience with a provider dismissing her postpartum symptoms.
29:03: The struggle of being an expert while needing to be cared for yourself.

Connect with Brooke [The Well Nourished Mama]

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Connect with McKayla [Utah Postpartum Care - by Bountiful Doulas]

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If you've felt the current postpartum care system isn't enough, leaving new moms struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or autoimmune conditions, this episode is for you. Maranda unveils her Postpartum Restoration Method™. It's not a quick fix, but a holistic, root-cause approach already empowering thousands of providers—from mental health professionals to nutritionists and doulas—to offer lasting solutions. Move beyond the outdated six-week checkup and discover how this method redefines postpartum recovery with truly comprehensive support.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

00:00: Intro to the Postpartum Restoration Method™ and its impact.
02:32: Early feedback and success stories of the Assessment Tool.
07:13: What is the Postpartum Restoration Method™?
08:54: The five essential components: Physiological Restoration.
09:46: The five essential components: Nutritional Foundation.
11:56: The five essential components: Neurological Regulation.
12:56: The five essential components: Rhythmic Recovery.
14:13: The five essential components: Identity Integration.
15:33: Maranda's personal and professional journey creating the method.
21:54: The challenging re-branding story and why it's now even better.
24:14: How the Postpartum Restoration Method™ assessment works in practice.
28:51: Key insights driving the method's effectiveness.
29:53: Why the method is offered for free to providers.
31:55: The future vision for postpartum care.
33:06: How providers can access the assessment tool and training.

Download The Assessment Tool & Provider Guide HERE.

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Let's get real about a conversation that's been making waves and honestly, stirring up a lot of confusion: Does breastfeeding cause postpartum depression (PPD)?

If you've been working with new mothers or navigating the postpartum journey yourself, you've probably heard this claim, and it's time to dig into why blaming breastfeeding is not only inaccurate but also a massive distraction from the real issues impacting maternal mental health. This episode isn't just a discussion; it's a powerful call to action for every perinatal professional dedicated to truly supporting postpartum wellness and understanding the root causes of postnatal depression.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

00:00: Does breastfeeding cause postpartum depression?
02:31: maternal mental health struggles beyond just breastfeeding.
03:26: Research confirms breastfeeding's protective role in postpartum mental health.
05:00: Deconstructing systemic failures + breastfeeding mothers.
06:08: The critical role of breastfeeding support for preventing PPD.
07:10: Understanding pressure and shame in infant feeding decisions.
09:19: Nutrient depletion & postpartum depression symptoms.
10:43: How early return to work & maternity leave affect breastfeeding
12:06: Why isolation in postpartum care impacts mental health.
14:21: The issue with misinformation and poor lactation education.
15:49: Debunking myths about breastfeeding and sleep for new parents.
17:21: Key exceptions: D-MER and breast trauma in breastfeeding
18:51: Prioritizing trauma-informed care in postpartum support.
21:05: How postpartum providers can support breastfeeding & mental health.
22:15: Focus on the environment of care for new mothers.
24:52: Rebuilding a postpartum care system for nourished mothers.

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This episode cuts straight to the core, revealing how common birth medications—Pitocin, epidurals, and antibiotics—are directly connected to this surge in postpartum mental health crises.

Postpartum providers and advocates: You know the reality. More new moms are struggling with postpartum depression (PPD), anxiety, and autoimmune conditions. This isn't just "normal." The evidence is undeniable: these birth medications and interventions disrupt hormonal feedback loops, alter the nervous system, and damage the crucial gut-brain axis. For any professional dedicated to maternal wellness, this is critical. Understand these links to offer holistic care practices and deliver lasting solutions in postpartum recovery.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

0:02 Birth Meds & PPD: Unpacking the undeniable link.
2:19 Informed Consent: Why this conversation is crucial, not about blame.
3:26 Overlooked Impacts: How labor meds affect mood, hormones, and healing.
6:03 Compelling Research: The science behind interventions and postpartum mental health.
8:54 Epidurals & Gut-Brain: Understanding nervous system and gut disruption.
10:16 Pitocin's Risks: Synthetic oxytocin's impact on emotional well-being.
11:19 Antibiotics & Microbiome: How gut disruption contributes to PPD.
12:27 The "Trifecta": Compounded effects of multiple interventions.
18:32 Routine Recovery: The urgent need for post-intervention healing protocols.
19:49 Healing Protocol: Key strategies for nervous system, gut, nutrients, and rest.
28:03 Empowering Moms: Community support, education, and sovereignty in postpartum care.
29:38 Call to Action: Your role as a provider in leading change.

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As postpartum providers, we're seeing it: new moms are struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety at epidemic rates—now affecting 1 in 3 women. This isn't normal; it's the number one complication of childbirth, and our current postpartum care system is clearly failing. If you're a healthcare professional, perinatal mental health specialist, or functional health practitioner seeking holistic postpartum care solutions and evidence-based strategies to truly help clients heal at the root, you need to understand why this is happening and what we can do about it.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

00:00: The failing postpartum care system and the rise of maternal mental health issues.
01:57: Postpartum depression is NOT normal but a sign of un-met needs.
03:53: The inadequacy of postpartum checkups & normalization of suffering.
06:05: Historical exclusion of women from medical studies
08:50: Gender-specific health research & maternal brain changes.
12:20: Complex physiological postpartum changes beyond the obvious.
13:53: Gut health and nervous system regulation in postpartum healing.
20:12: Learning from cultural postpartum traditions around the world.
22:03: The importance of herbs & nutrient-dense postpartum foods.
23:59: The shift away from traditional support & struggle for modern moms.
25:43: Postpartum retreats aren't the answer – healing happens at home.
27:39: Postpartum care appointments and the need for in-home support.
28:44: The transformative power of 40 days of deep postpartum support.

Connect with Janelle:

Janelle Lara is a Theologian who focuses primarily on the intersection between Alternative Spirituality and Christian Theology in her research. She enjoys sharing her studies and presenting her findings on her Youtube channel, @janellemlara. She lives in Southeast Georgia with her husband and young children.

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Ever wonder why your postpartum clients feel like they're in a fog, forgetful, or just plain different?

It's not just "mom brain" as we know it. In this eye-opening episode, we’re completely shifting the conventional understanding of the postpartum brain and diving deep into the profound neurological rewiring that happens after birth. Forget surface-level fixes; we're talking about real, lasting solutions for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and maternal burnout by understanding the biological brilliance behind a mother's transformation. This isn't about "fixing" women; it's about seeing their bodies and brains with the reverence they deserve, and equipping postpartum providers with the holistic care practices to truly heal their clients at the root.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

0:48: Postpartum brain is rewiring, not broken.
3:23: What happens to the brain in postpartum? Neurological transformation explained.
4:25: Increased diligence, heightened emotional sensitivity, disrupted memory & focus, decreased self-prioritization.
5:30: Biologically appropriate functions without proper support lead to burnout, anxiety, rage.
6:46: The role of stress in brain rewiring – adaptive vs. chronic. Chronic stress creates maladaptive programming.
10:40: Mom brains prioritize survival and baby's needs, not broken.
11:29: Oxytocin strengthens memory of emotionally charged events.
12:24: Understanding intrusive thoughts: protection, not pathology.
15:28: How to support postpartum brain recovery: nutrition, nervous system regulation, repletion.
16:05: Why holistic approaches are crucial and why single strategies fail.
17:44: Body-based trauma release techniques like TRE therapy.
18:11: The importance of safe co-regulating relationships.
19:59: Consistent nutritional repletion is biochemical reality.
20:25: Sleep rhythm and restoration for active brain repair.
24:08: Reclaim mom brain: it's a superpower, not a problem. Postpartum rewiring makes mothers more intuitive, protective, efficient.

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If you're a postpartum provider, you know the juggle: supporting new moms while often navigating your own intense motherhood journey, battling burnout, and feeling stretched thin. This episode gets real with midwife Corina Fitch & Maranda who share their deeply personal struggles with postpartum mental health – from depression to bipolar disorder – and how those experiences completely shifted their approach to holistic postpartum care. If you're a doula, midwife, or any birth worker focused on maternal wellness and improving our current system, you'll want to hear this. They explore how understanding and embracing matrescence is crucial not just for your clients to thrive, but for you as well.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key time stamps:

0:43 Postpartum recovery is a multi-year transformation, not just weeks
2:13 Corina's own postpartum depression fueled her passion for maternal wellness
4:00 Even birth professionals face their own postpartum struggles
10:48 Personal healing ignited innovative holistic maternal support programs
17:05 Postpartum University grew from provider demand for root-cause healing for moms
19:58 Many moms turn to alternative support after traditional healthcare fails them
22:43 Postpartum University addresses the gap in provider education
27:19 New laws push for extended, comprehensive postpartum care plans
31:33 Pregnancy causes immediate brain changes & motherhood's lifelong impact.

Connect with Corina:

Corina Fitch is a Certified Professional Midwife and Neonatal Intensive Care nurse with over 27 years of experience in the field of maternal health. She is also a Certified Feminine Power Transformational Facilitator and has been leading women’s circles and ceremonies for over 2 decades. Corina has three daughters, each one bringing deeper meaning to her work. In 2017, after experiencing postpartum depression following the birth of her third daughter, Corina founded MotherFly, an organization dedicated to supporting maternal wellness and thriving.

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As a postpartum provider, functional health practitioner, and perinatal nutritionist, you're likely being asked daily: "What's the best postnatal vitamin?" But here's the uncomfortable truth: the supplement market, especially for postpartum nutrition, is a wild west, riddled with misleading practices and products that could be doing more harm than good. Forget the simple brand recommendations. This episode pulls back the curtain on white labeling in supplements, reveals why so many popular brands are problematic, and empowers you to identify high-quality, bioavailable nutrients your clients actually need. We're challenging the "pill for every ill" mentality and arming you with the science to truly nourish depleted postpartum moms at the root.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key Time Stamps:

00:54: The Postnatal Supplement White Labeling Scam (Why Most Brands are Problematic)
04:31: Spotting a Fake: How to Identify Low-Quality Postpartum Supplements
08:22: Beyond Folic Acid: Crucial Checks for High-Quality Postpartum Vitamins
10:42: Food First: Why Real Food Outperforms Postpartum Supplements (Science-Backed)
13:25: The Supplement Trap: How Isolated Nutrients Can Harm Postpartum Moms
15:20: When Supplements Are Needed: A Provider's Guide for Postpartum Depletion
18:50: Topical Magnesium & Beyond: Optimal Delivery Methods for Postpartum Absorption
27:21: Your Checklist: What to Look for in a Truly Effective Postpartum Supplement
28:38: Advanced Biochemistry: Navigating Nutrient Interactions in Postpartum Supplements
31:14: The P5P Controversy: Understanding B6 Risks for Postpartum Mental Health
36:50: Herbs as Medicine: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Postpartum Nourishment
40:17: Precision Matters: Empowering Postpartum Providers in Supplement Assessment

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Ever had a gut feeling that your client's postpartum depression or anxiety wasn't just about hormones? What if the real root is an unspoken birth experience, a wound that's been hiding in plain sight? This episode is a must-listen for anyone in perinatal mental health, functional health, or holistic postpartum care. Dr. Maya Weir peels back the layers of birth trauma, exploring its deep neurological effects, how it secretly shows up in the postpartum period, and why therapy alone often don't work. Transform how you support your postpartum clients, understand maternal trauma at its core, and add powerful somatic healing techniques to your toolbox.

Check out the episode on the blog HERE.

Key Time Stamps

1:47 Redefining birth trauma as more than just emergencies
3:00 Why grief is often at the heart of the trauma
5:38 Trauma vs. mourning: Recognizing the deep emotional layers
8:33 The surprising physiological & neurological signs of birth trauma
10:17 Common hidden symptoms of living with unresolved birth trauma
12:04 Misdiagnosing PPD/Anxiety when it's actually birth trauma
13:54: Why talk therapy often falls short for birth trauma healing
14:43 How somatic work helps the brain process trauma + bilateral stimulation and resourcing
16:41 Exploring intergenerational healing and ancestral connections
18:59 Why past traumas resurface intensely in postpartum
20:10 Healing in parenthood
21:27 Cultural wisdom about maternal healing and family patterns
25:07 Integrating family constellation work
26:09: A powerful somatic practice for any birth provider: 10-tap regulation.

Connect with Dr. Maya Weir

Dr. Maya Weir is a clinical psychologist specializing in birth trauma treatment and the emotional landscape of early parenthood. Her own experience of becoming a parent revealed how physically, emotionally, and psychologically intense the transition can be. She helps parents make sense of their journey, heal from birth trauma, and find more grounded, connected ways to move forward. Website | IG

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Dad brain is real: Men's brains change after baby arrives too!

Ever wonder what happens to dads when a new baby enters the picture? We all know about the wild ride moms go through, but what about the silent, powerful transformation happening in partners? If you're a postpartum provider, perinatal mental health professional, or advocate for new parents, this episode is an absolute must-listen. We're discussing the biological brain changes in men after childbirth, the paternal identity shift, and why understanding these nuances is crucial for holistic postpartum care. You're about to uncover insights that will profoundly impact how you support new families, fathers in the postpartum period, and ultimately, maternal well-being. This isn't just about men's struggles; it’s about empowering all parents to thrive in early parenthood.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/what-happens-to-dads-after-baby-the-science-behind-dad-brain-ep-220/

Key Time Stamps:

00:00: Intro: Unpacking fatherhood's unseen transformation.
03:17: The science of men's brain changes after baby.
04:34: Real-life impacts of paternal brain shifts.
06:13: Navigating increased anxiety and identity shifts in new fathers.
07:57: Relational strain and libido changes for dads.
09:32: Acknowledging male birth trauma and secondary trauma.
12:04: The invisible load: Financial stress and protector instincts in new fathers.
14:42: The societal pressure for men to "be strong."
15:29: Why "postpartum" is specific to mothers: The biological truth.
18:05: The dangers of mislabeling paternal mental health.
18:46: Accurate terms for paternal perinatal mental health.
19:14: Supporting fathers: Witnessing, educating, and partnership skills.
21:01: The vital balance: Supporting fathers without excusing absence.
22:11: Why a mother's postpartum journey is unique.
23:15: Holding both truths: Fathers change, postpartum is for mothers.
25:20: Call to action for providers and lasting impact on postpartum health.

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As a postpartum provider or professional, it can feel like the standard "bounce back" narrative after birth just doesn't quite capture the profound shifts your clients are experiencing and you sense a deeper transformation happening beyond postpartum depression and anxiety. Get ready to have your understanding of motherhood completely reframed with Jessie Harrold as she shared the concept of matrescence – the essential and often overlooked developmental transition into motherhood. Forget the outdated idea of simply "recovering"; this conversation unveils how becoming a mother is a radical rewiring on biological, psychological, social, and even spiritual levels, a journey that can take years and demands a whole new level of support and understanding. This is critical postpartum education for all who work with new mothers.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key Time Stamps:

02:19: Diving into the definition and significance of matrescence.
05:02: Comparing matrescence to adolescence
07:20: "losing yourself" as a necessary part of mother becoming.
10:52: The growth and reprioritization during matrescence.
13:20: The normative matrescence experiences & postpartum depression.
15:39: Matrescence as a developmental model
16:48: Grieving pre-baby identities.
21:52: Connecting matrescence to adult development
23:37: Mindfulness when navigating postpartum changes.
24:42: The importance of community and tradition in the healing process
25:40: Exploring "mother powers" as during this transition
27:38: The challenges of building community in modern motherhood

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Jessie Harrold is a coach and doula who has been supporting women through radical life transformations and other rites of passage for over fifteen years. Jessie specializes in matrescence, or the transition to motherhood. She's the founder of the internationally acclaimed matrescence support program MotherSHIFT and The Village. She is the author of Mothershift: Reclaiming Motherhood as a Rite of Passage. Website | IG

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Providers, let's challenge the standard 6-week checkup and the conversation around "default birth control".

What if it's not just "standard care" but a MAJOR factor in the rise of postpartum depression and anxiety we're seeing? Is hormonal birth control a silent driver of postpartum depression and anxiety? It's time to connect the dots. New research links hormonal birth control postpartum to increased maternal mental health risks. Understanding the biological reality of postpartum, including postpartum brain rewiring, shows why synthetic hormones disrupt a healing body. This is a call to action for anyone supporting new mothers. For postpartum providers and perinatal mental health professionals focused on holistic support and evidence-based care, this knowledge is essential for informed consent and optimizing postpartum recovery.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-link-between-hormonal-birth-control-and-postpartum-depression-ep-218/

Key Time Stamps:

2:37 hormonal birth control postpartum and mental health
3:34 Key finding: 49% increased postpartum depression risk linked to hormonal contraception
5:12 Highlighting birth control as default postpartum care.
6:48 Diving into the biological reasons behind the link.
7:52 The complex postpartum body state: hormones, nutrients, sleep, inflammation.
11:48 Synthetic hormones interfere with delicate postpartum healing.
13:11 Exploring postpartum brain rewiring and changes.
15:26 How hormonal birth control can alter brain structure/function.
17:14 The "neurological collision" of postpartum brain changes and birth control.
20:34 Lack of provider training in postpartum brain science and hormone impacts.
25:07 Systemic issue: medicating women through a sacred transformation.
27:56 What holistic postpartum care and informed consent should look like instead.
31:09 The need for ongoing postpartum support (recovery takes years!).

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Think postpartum psychosis is just a scary headline? Think again. This powerful episode pulls back the curtain on a condition too often misunderstood and dangerously dismissed. Join us as we listen to Aaisha Alvi, a postpartum psychosis awareness advocate and survivor, whose raw and compelling story will challenge everything you thought you knew. As postpartum providers and professionals, you'll gain invaluable insight into the lived experience of this psychiatric emergency, the critical warning signs, and the potentially life-saving actions you can take. This isn't just theoretical knowledge; it's essential postpartum education that could directly impact the lives of your clients and their families.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE.

Key Time Stamps:

01:17: Meeting Aaisha Alvi & the urgent need for PPP awareness.
02:24: Aaisha's progression from PPD/PPA to psychosis after birth.
05:13: The onset of terrifying delusions & altered reality.
06:38 & 09:29: Repeated dismissal by doctors despite clear distress.
08:21: PPP after miscarriage: highlighting broader risk factors.
17:07: Hallucinations & delusions: the critical diagnostic markers.
18:07: PPP as a psychiatric emergency with suicide/infanticide risks.
23:34: The heartbreaking impact of dismissed pleas for help.
25:16: Aaisha's healing journey: medication, therapy, self-education.
21:52: The critical importance of truly listening to mothers.
15:18: Challenging the "rare" label & advocating for better care.
28:35: Hope for improved provider awareness & life-saving interventions.

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Aaisha Alvi is a postpartum psychosis awareness advocate and writer. Her book, A Mom Like That: A Memoir of Postpartum Psychosis was recently released. You can follow her awareness efforts below.

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Read the first 5 chapters of Aaisha's Book: A Mom Like That: A Memoir of Postpartum Psychosis ---> https://books.google.ca/books?id=kd_eEAAAQBAJ&pg=PT12&source=kp_read_button&hl=en&newbks=1&newbks_redir=0&gboemv=1&redir_esc=y

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What if postpartum depression isn’t the problem itself… but a symptom of something much deeper?

This episode is going to make you rethink everything you know about postpartum depression. Something fixable? I'm breaking it all down: the nutrient depletion, trauma, sleep loss, birth medications, toxins, and isolation that are wrecking postpartum health—and why the current system is failing mothers at the root.

If you're a postpartum provider, doula, therapist, midwife, nurse, or birth professional (or anyone passionate about postpartum recovery), this conversation is ESSENTIAL. It's time to stop labeling and start healing at the core. If you’re searching for functional nutrition, perinatal mental health education, and REAL answers for postpartum healing—you’re exactly in the right place.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/postpartum-depression-is-a-symptom-not-a-diagnosis-ep-216/

Key Time Stamps:

00:00 The hard truth about postpartum depression
01:06 Miranda’s experience with postpartum depression & bipolar disorder
02:28 Science proves it—but the system doesn’t value mothers
03:30 Postpartum depression as a symptom, not a diagnosis
04:51 Why symptom labels don’t fix root causes
05:50 How postpartum medications can help—and how they can hurt
06:30 Why postpartum care must be more than prescribing meds
08:54 The 6 root causes behind postpartum depression
10:19 The shocking nutrient depletion rates in postpartum women
11:47 Toxic overload and why detox pathways matter
13:57 How sleep deprivation physically rewires the postpartum brain
15:19 Unprocessed trauma and nervous system breakdown
17:47 How birth medications impact postpartum mental health
19:08 The brutal reality of no support and isolated motherhood
20:22 Providers aren’t taught postpartum-specific healing
21:04 Is this anecdotal or real science? (Hint: it’s clinical, it's proven)
22:35 Why depression is the warning light, not the broken engine
23:43 Why moms aren't broken—the care system is
24:34 The new model of postpartum care: body, mind, spirit, and environment
25:41 How Postpartum University is revolutionizing postpartum healing

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Ever wonder if what a new mom is feeling is just "mom worry" or something more like postpartum anxiety?

Maranda and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and perinatal mental health specialist, Kathryn Lopez, break it down in this episode. We're diving into how to tell the difference between those normal "mama" worries and when it might be postpartum anxiety – think physical feelings, constant unease, and those "what if" thoughts that feel way out of control.

We're tackling those sometimes scary intrusive thoughts that pop into a new mom's head – are they normal, or something to pay closer attention to? And what about feeling down about your old life? Is that just part of becoming a mom, or could it be something more? We even chat about that surprising link between postpartum rage and anxiety. If you're a postpartum pro, you need to hear this to help the moms you work with feel understood and supported.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/how-to-differentiate-between-postpartum-anxiety-vs-normal-motherly-worries-kathryn-lopez-ep-215/

Key Time Stamps:

01:58: What is Normal Mother Worry? Understanding Postpartum Anxiety vs. Typical Worry
03:38: When Does Mother Worry Become a Problem? Recognizing Unhealthy Postpartum Stress
05:47: How to Differentiate Postpartum Anxiety Symptoms from Normal Maternal Concerns?
09:36: Understanding Intrusive Thoughts Are They Normal or a Sign of PPA?
12:08: The Intent Behind Intrusive Thoughts in Postpartum
15:50: Is It Postpartum Depression or Grief? Understanding Loss in Early Motherhood
16:52: The Grief of Old Life in Postpartum
21:00: How Does the Nervous System Impact Postpartum Anxiety? Understanding Hyperarousal
25:48: Connection with Postpartum Rage and Anxiety
29:43: The Sleep Deprivation Cycle and Postpartum Mental Health

Connect with Kathryn:

Kathryn Lopez is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Life Coach who specializes in perinatal mental health and sex and intimacy therapy. She helps individuals and couples navigate the emotional and relational shifts of parenthood, from conception and pregnancy to birth, postpartum, and beyond. Website

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What happens when a postpartum provider becomes the patient?

In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Maranda shares—for the first time ever—her lived experience with postpartum bipolar disorder. This isn’t a conversation wrapped in statistics and clinical jargon. It’s raw, it’s unfiltered, and it’s the story behind why she created the postpartum healing framework that has now supported thousands of women.

If you’ve ever worked with a mother whose emotional shifts feel like more than “just the baby blues,” or if you’re a provider seeking to understand the depths of postpartum mental health from the inside out, this is the episode you need to hear. We’re talking about misdiagnosis, trauma, gut health, sleep deprivation, and how one woman’s fight for her life became a movement for maternal care reform.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/my-personal-battle-with-postpartum-bipolar-disorder-ep-214/

00:00 – The silence and stigma around postpartum bipolar disorder
03:07 – Birth reflections and emotional shifts begin
05:56 – Support systems break down: Meal train, family, and overwhelm
08:10 – Chaos of postpartum: Alone w/ 3 kids, house construction, a puppy
09:23 – When darkness creeps in: Resentment, despair, intrusive thoughts
10:24 – Rapid mood cycling: Chipper days followed by terrifying lows
11:26 – The physical toll: Colitis, exhaustion, hair loss
13:19 – The diagnosis: “You have postpartum bipolar”
15:09 – Mania and clarity: Using the highs to plan for the lows
16:58 – The internal struggle: Knowing better but not doing better
18:43 – Nutrition as medicine: Grocery lists, meal planning, supplementing
20:12 – Prioritizing sleep: Hard conversations with her partner
22:29 – Finding what works: Each child’s unique sleep needs
23:29 – Delegating and support: What helped lighten the load
24:48 – Breathwork, journaling, and nervous system regulation
26:04 – Recovery: Symptoms gone in three weeks—no meds, no relapses
27:00 – How her experience became the foundation of her method
27:50 – Why this story has remained untold—until now
29:24 – The call for nuanced, honest postpartum care

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We’ve got to stop telling moms to “just wait six weeks and then you’re good to go.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jena Bradley, a postpartum physical therapist and core restoration expert. Together, we’re unpacking the biggest myths around postpartum movement and Dr. Jena reveals what providers really need to know for effective core and strength recovery. Learn how to assess readiness for activity, why core health is about so much more than aesthetics and has everything to do with strength, energy, and functional healing. This conversation will reshape how you approach core rehab and early postpartum care and healing.

Click HERE to check out this episode on the blog.

Key Time Stamps :

01:16: myths about postpartum fitness
02:21: The importance of movement in initial six weeks postpartum.
06:17: Using pain as a key indicator for appropriate activity levels.
07:29: bleeding patterns as a sign of exertion in postpartum.
10:55: Critical assessment signs to gauge readiness for movement.
11:40: Identifying the source of pain (diastasis recti, pelvic floor, C-section scar).
13:20: Shifting from aesthetics to functional healing and core strength.
18:27: The interconnectedness of nutrition, sleep, nervous system regulation, and mental health in postpartum fitness.
18:50: The crucial role of nutrition in muscle rebuilding.
20:32: Addressing motivation and consistency in postpartum exercise.

Connect with Dr. Jena:

Dr. Jena Bradley is a physical therapist, postpartum core restoration coach, and proud mom of 4 girls. With over a decade of experience in physical therapy, Dr. Jena empowers moms with quick, effective workouts and expert guidance tailored to busy schedules. Her approach emphasizes core strengthening as the foundation for rebuilding a strong, healthy body after pregnancy.

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What if the crushing fatigue, the anxiety, the brain fog, and the constant crying aren’t mental health issues at all—but signs your client’s body is depleted and screaming for help?

The truth is; Postpartum depression symptoms mimic postpartum iron deficiencies and postpartum anemia.

This episode takes a bold look at one of the most underdiagnosed, misunderstood, and easily missed causes of postpartum “depression”: anemia. We’re breaking down how iron deficiency, B12, and folate depletion can mimic mental illness in postpartum women, and how so many providers are missing the signs. If you're a postpartum provider, doula, midwife, nurse, or any practitioner supporting postpartum women—you cannot afford to overlook this conversation. We’re talking labs, clinical clues, testing gaps, and holistic strategies to support deep, root-cause healing.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/is-it-postpartum-depression-or-postpartum-anemia-ep-212/

Key Time Stamps:

00:00 – The misdiagnosis of postpartum depression
01:40 – What is anemia, and how is it connected to postpartum?
03:19 – Overlapping symptoms of anemia and depression
06:05 – Ferritin levels and common signs of deficiency
07:27 – Maranda’s personal story of missed anemia
09:23 – Why most checkups aren’t helping moms
10:43 – What labs to run + strategies for healing
13:09 – Iron absorption + practical supplementation tools
15:00 – Signs to look for when “depression” isn’t depression
15:35 – MTHFR, genetics, and what really matters
16:36 – Empowering providers to support real postpartum healing

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Postpartum weight loss isn’t what you think it is.

We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented topics in postpartum health: women’s weight. Dr. Beth Westie is here to set the record straight and blow your mind. If you’re a provider still talking about “getting your body back” or encouraging calorie restriction after birth—stop what you’re doing and listen in.

In this episode, we talk about the difference between healing and shrinking, why the weight loss industry fails postpartum women, and how most “health advice” is based on studies done on men. You’ll hear how under-eating, fat restriction, and stress can derail hormone health for years, and why functional medicine and body literacy are the future of postpartum care. This is a conversation every provider needs to be part of.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/why-women-need-fat-the-truth-about-hormones-weight-loss-dr-beth-westie-ep-211/

Key Time Stamps:

00:00 – Intro: Breaking the postpartum weight stigma
01:11 – Meet Dr. Beth Westie and her work in hormone-based healing
02:00 – Differentiating real support from toxic weight loss advice
04:36 – The male bias in nutrition, fitness, and medical research
08:25 – Why postpartum women need more fat, not less
12:23 – The role of stress, depletion, and unmet needs in healing
16:30 – Why most OBs aren't trained in hormones or root cause care
19:04 – Hyperthyroidism, nutrient deficiencies, and missed diagnoses
27:15 – The normalization of postpartum dysfunction
28:48 – How we shift from symptom acceptance to real prevention
29:32 – Dr. Beth’s work in hormone testing and functional care
30:49 – Where to find Dr. Beth + bonus podcast episode link

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Here’s the truth: 1 in 3 women will develop an autoimmune condition after giving birth, and hardly anyone in modern medicine is talking about it.

What if the “normal” symptoms of postpartum—fatigue, hair loss, mood swings, brain fog—are actually the earliest signs of autoimmune disease and red flags that your client’s body is waving, begging for help?

Today we’re busting the myths around postpartum recovery and diving into the root causes of autoimmune disorders in new mothers. If you're a provider still telling clients “this is just postpartum,” it’s time for a reality check. We talk about nutrient depletion, leaky gut, inflammation, unresolved trauma, and why functional postpartum care is the only path forward if we want to stop the rise of chronic illness in mothers. If you’re still telling clients “this is just postpartum,” it’s time to listen in—because this conversation will change how you practice.

Click HERE to check out this episode on the blog.

Key Time Stamps:

00:00 – Introduction to the silent postpartum autoimmune crisis
01:00 – Normalized symptoms vs. early signs of disease
04:20 – What’s normal postpartum and what’s not
06:18 – Miranda’s personal experience with ulcerative colitis
09:21 – Root causes of postpartum autoimmune disorders
10:34 – Nutrient depletion and immune dysregulation
11:38 – Trauma, nervous system imbalance, and gut health
13:50 – Environmental toxins and stress
15:39 – Genetic myths and epigenetics
16:30 – Reversing autoimmune disease: What’s possible?
18:12 – Why most providers miss the signs
20:12 – Why this matters for the future of postpartum care
21:03 – Get on the Postpartum Provider Press Newsletter

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Postpartum care in the U.S. is broken—period.

Women are left struggling with depletion, hormone imbalances, and autoimmune conditions with little to no real support. What if postpartum care wasn’t just about surviving but actually thriving?

Today I'm chatting with Jane Baecher, co-founder and CEO of Anya, a revolutionary postpartum wellness brand changing the game for new moms. Jane shares her journey, why she felt called to disrupt the space, and how Anya is helping moms heal at the root—through nutrition, holistic care, and real, evidence-based solutions. We’re talking why postpartum recovery is more than just the first six weeks, how the U.S. is failing mothers compared to other countries, and what it will take to truly shift the narrative around postpartum health.

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Key Time Stamps:

04:50 What is Anya and how is it transforming postpartum care?
07:28 Why postpartum recovery is more than just six weeks
10:00 The U.S. vs. global postpartum care: What we’re missing
13:49 How postpartum providers & brands can work together for better care
16:52 Why postpartum needs a whole-body approach—not just OB care
20:58 The challenges of bridging medical and holistic postpartum support
25:50 The dream of a postpartum specialist model
29:38 Why nutrition & functional medicine are the missing pieces in postpartum care
33:46 How we can push for better postpartum support in our communities

Connect with Jane: Jane Baecher, co-founder and CEO of Anya, is a Cornell University graduate who began her career in fashion. Inspired by her own postpartum journey, Jane founded Anya to fill a critical gap in postpartum care. Combining traditional recipes, nutritional science, and food-based healing, Jane began creating products to support mothers through their first year of recovery and beyond. Anya offers a products and educational resources developed with OB/GYNs, pediatricians, nutritionists, herbalists, and doulas, providing holistic support for new moms.

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Did you know that a mother carries her child's cells inside her body for life? Not just emotionally, but physically.

In this episode, we’re diving deep into microchimerism, the phenomenon where fetal cells remain inside a mother’s body forever. These cells are found in the heart, brain, bones—everywhere. Some research suggests they aid healing, repair tissues, and may even protect against neurodegenerative diseases. But here’s the kicker: in some cases, they might also contribute to autoimmune disorders like Hashimoto’s and lupus.

Motherhood literally rewires a woman’s body at a cellular level. Microchimerism isn’t just a scientific curiosity—it’s a critical piece of the postpartum health puzzle. The difference between these cells becoming a healing force or a health risk depends on how well a mother’s body recovers after birth. And that’s exactly why postpartum nutrition and holistic recovery are non-negotiable.

The six-week checkup isn’t enough. If we don’t start prioritizing nutrient repletion, inflammation reduction, and real postpartum support, we are failing women—period. If you’re a postpartum provider, advocate, or anyone working to change the broken system of postpartum care, this episode is a must-listen.

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Key Time Stamps:

00:00 – Intro: The revolutionary science of microchimerism.
02:37 – Fetal cells stay in a mother's body for life—what does this mean?
05:45 – The autoimmune connection: Can these cells trigger disease?
07:51 – The healing power of microchimerism—how it might protect moms.
09:48 – Postpartum depletion & inflammation: The real problem.
11:55 – Why nutrition is the foundation of maternal health.
14:30 – How postpartum care MUST evolve to address long-term healing.

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What happens when the doctors caring for postpartum women experience postpartum depression themselves? The truth is shocking—physician mothers are experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety at twice the rate of the general population.

Dr. Jessica Vernon, OBGYN and perinatal mental health advocate shares about the lack of postpartum education in medical training, the stigma physicians face when they struggle, and why so many provider mothers feel isolated, burned out, and unsupported.

Dr. Vernon gets real about her own postpartum experience—how she didn’t even recognize her anxiety, OCD, and depression for two years, why she had to "prescribe herself" antidepressants, and the systemic failures that push doctors, midwives, and therapists to their breaking point.

Click HERE to check out the episode on the blog

Key Time Stamps:

03:08 – How Dr. Vernon’s experience with postpartum OCD, anxiety, and depression changed her career
09:12 – Why physician mothers have DOUBLE the risk of postpartum depression
15:44 – The major gap in provider education on postpartum mental health
19:18 – When providers experience their own postpartum struggles, how do they reconcile it with their training?
22:10 – How postpartum care needs a complete redesign

Connect with Dr. Jessica Vernon, MD. Dr. Jessica Vernon, MD, FACOG, PMH-C is a board certified OB/GYN with a specialty in perinatal mental health. She currently works at Oula, a midwifery based collaborative care practice. She's a physician advocate working to decrease healthcare disparities and bring awareness and better support for women with peripartum mood disorders. Jessica is also a mom, partner, daughter, friend and author of Then Comes Baby. Website | IG

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Here’s the truth: Postpartum nutrition is the missing link in maternal health.

The postpartum care system is broken, and we cannot afford to keep ignoring postpartum depletion. In this episode, I’m sharing an exclusive behind-the-scenes sneak peek into snippets of our Postpartum Nutrition Certification Masterclass, where we deep dive into the 4 Stages of Postpartum Depletion.

If you’re not talking about nutrition with your clients, you’re already behind. The market is shifting, and postpartum professionals who integrate functional nutrition strategies into their care are the ones who will thrive—and so will their clients.

If you’re supporting postpartum moms, this is your chance to step into the future of care. The Postpartum Nutrition Certification is the ONLY functional nutrition training designed specifically for postpartum professionals.

The Spring 2025 Cohort is now open for enrollment. Click the link below to become the next Certified Postpartum Nutrition Specialist.

https://members.postpartumu.com/Certification

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/the-4-stages-of-postpartum-depletion-sneak-peak-ep-206/

Key time stamps:

00:00 – Welcome! Why postpartum care is failing & what needs to change.
04:02 – The postpartum care market shift—why big corporations are profiting while moms suffer.
09:54 – Breaking down the 4 Stages of Postpartum Depletion and how to prevent them.
16:12 – Why salads & smoothies are some of the worst foods for postpartum healing.
21:24 – The undeniable link between nutrition and maternal mental health.
26:06 – Why community care starts with food—how other cultures got it right.
29:58 – The silent epidemic of postpartum depression—why we need to act NOW.
35:48 – How postpartum nutrition is transforming client outcomes and growing provider businesses.

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Postpartum care is seriously failing moms, and if you’re a provider, you probably see it firsthand. Moms are burned out, running on empty, and dealing with hormone imbalances, mental health struggles, and autoimmune issues that no one is talking about. But here’s the thing—nutrition is the missing piece, and it can completely change the game for both your clients and your business.

Today, I’m chatting with Bryn, a postpartum nutrition specialist who took what she learned from the Postpartum Nutrition Certification and built a thriving pre-natal and postpartum care agency in just two years. We’re getting into how food can be the ultimate postpartum healer and how you, as a provider, can use this knowledge to level up your care, get better results for your clients, and continue to grow a wildly successful business.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/from-solo-doula-to-thriving-agency-how-postpartum-nutrition-changed-everything-bryn-noe-ep-205/

Key time stamps:

00:00 - Why postpartum care is failing moms and what needs to change
02:27 - How Brynn went from a struggling doula to a thriving business owner
04:40 - The biggest mistakes doulas make when it comes to postpartum nutrition
06:53 - How proper nutrition drastically improves postpartum recovery
09:30 - The emotional and mental relief moms feel with nutrition support
13:33 - How nutrition can scale your postpartum business and increase your income
19:23 - Why the Postpartum Nutrition Certification is a must-have for doulas
24:45 - How postpartum providers can increase their impact and income with food education

Connect with Bryn:

Bryn Noe is a Dual-Certified Postpartum Doula, Newborn Care Specialist, and Certified Postpartum Nutrition Specialist with over nine years of experience supporting families. As the owner of Family Foundations, she provides hands-on postpartum care, nutrition support, and education for new mothers and infants. Passionate about maternal mental health, she also mentors professionals and leads community initiatives, including diaper drives for families in need. Bryn lives in Phoenix, Arizona, with her husband and three children.

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What if your gut instinct and intuition as a provider is the missing piece in truly supporting postpartum mothers?

We’ve been trained to rely on tests, checklists, and data, but what if the most powerful tool we have isn’t something that can be measured?

In this episode, I share a personal experience that shook me to my core—one that proved how deeply connected emotional wounds are to physical symptoms. We dive into why postpartum care has lost its intuitive roots, how women healers throughout history were dismissed or feared for trusting their inner knowing, and why it’s time to bring that back.

If you’ve ever had a moment where you just knew what a mom needed—without a test or protocol telling you so—this episode will validate what you’ve felt all along. Plus, we discuss how modern biohacking, tracking, and testing have taken us further from the innate wisdom that has guided women’s healing for centuries. If you're a postpartum provider, this episode will reignite your confidence in the deep knowing that makes you extraordinary at what you do.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/mastering-intuition-as-a-provider-when-to-trust-your-gut-vs-protocol-in-postpartum-care-ep-204/

Key Time Stamps:

00:02 – The gut feeling that changed a client’s postpartum recovery
03:41 – How grief and trauma show up in the body
04:52 – The lost art of trusting intuition in women’s healthcare
06:17 – Why postpartum healing isn’t about biohacking—it’s about deep connection
07:44 – The question every provider must ask: “Am I hesitating because it’s wrong or because I wasn’t taught it?”
09:56 – A personal story of misdiagnosis—and how one doctor trusted her instinct to find the truth
12:48 – Why clients need validation beyond lab results
15:25 – The Postpartum Nutrition Certification: Bridging science and intuition for better care
17:26 – Final thoughts: Why intuition is the missing piece in postpartum healing

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The postpartum body is not designed to “bounce back” without deep, intentional nourishment—and the lack of education around depletion is failing mothers every single day.

BUT… hardly anyone in mainstream medicine is addressing: nutrient depletion and its long-term consequences. If you've ever wondered why so many postpartum women struggle with autoimmune diseases like hashimoto's, thyroid imbalances, depression, and chronic fatigue, this episode is going to blow your mind.

Maranda is interviewed by Holly Stein of Eat Mama Meals to break down exactly what happens to a postpartum body when key nutrients are depleted. They explore how postpartum depletion is more than just “feeling run-down”—it can actually lay the foundation for chronic disease and dysfunction. From why iron, magnesium, vitamin D, and omega-3s are essential for recovery to how depletion fuels inflammation, hormone imbalances, and gut issues, this episode is packed with critical, research-backed information every postpartum provider needs to know.

If you’re working with postpartum moms as a provider, doula or holistic health provider, understanding the long-term impact of depletion is non-negotiable. Learn how to recognize the warning signs, help moms replete their bodies, and prevent the all-too-common cycle of burnout, illness, and frustration.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/podcast/how-does-postpartum-nutrient-depletion-affect-organ-function-ep-203/
KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:02 - Why postpartum depletion is overlooked in conventional medicine
04:15 - How a lack of key nutrients weakens the body's ability to function
09:48 - The connection between nutrient depletion and postpartum depression/anxiety
16:32 - Shocking statistics on postpartum autoimmune disease
22:28 - Can the body recover naturally, or is intervention required?
26:23 - How providers can help moms replenish and prevent chronic illness

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Is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) Failing Mothers? What Providers Need to Know

Postpartum depression screenings are essential—but are we actually identifying the mothers who need help? The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is the standard tool used in postpartum mental health screenings worldwide. But here’s the hard truth: it’s not catching every mom who’s struggling.

In this episode, we break down why the EPDS falls short and what providers must do to bridge the gap between a screening tool and real, effective postpartum mental health care. We dive into why mothers feel unseen and unheard in postpartum appointments, the danger of reducing depression screenings to a checklist, and most importantly, how we as providers can do better. Let’s Change the Way We Support Postpartum Mental Health, Moms deserve more than a checklist.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/does-the-edinburgh-postnatal-depression-scale-really-work-ep-202

KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:00 – Why postpartum depression screening is missing the mark
02:29 – The truth about the EPDS and why it’s not enough
06:18 – When moms do report depression, but nothing changes
10:45 – The lack of postpartum mental health training for providers
14:25 – The missing tools for real postpartum support
18:07 – The danger of using checklists instead of real conversations
22:33 – Why trauma often goes undiagnosed in postpartum women
24:17 – The big takeaway: How providers can take real action

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Fascia isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the connective tissue system that supports and communicates with every part of the body. In this episode, Maranda and Anna Rahe, founder of GST Body, uncover why fascia is the missing piece in postpartum healing. We’re not just scratching the surface here. Anna explains why traditional methods like belly binding worked so well when combined with fascia-focused techniques, how fascia is more fluid than solid, and why that matters for healing.

If your postpartum clients are struggling with issues like pelvic floor dysfunction, emotional overwhelm, postpartum depression and even generational trauma, it’s time to explore the vital role fascia and fascia release play in postpartum recovery and care. We’re talking about simple strategies providers like you can integrate this wisdom into your practice.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/the-critical-role-of-fascia-in-holistic-postpartum-healing-anna-rahe-ep-201/

KEY TIME STAMPS:00:02: What fascia is and why it’s critical for postpartum recovery.
06:46: Misconceptions about fascia and how they’re sabotaging postpartum healing.
13:18: How traditional postpartum care used fascia massage and why it’s time to bring it back.
20:55: Fascia as a sensory organ: emotional healing, trauma, and the mind-body connection.
26:11: Why postpartum is a long-term journey, not just a short recovery period.

Connect with Anna Rahe:For the past 25+ years, Anna Rahe has explored a transformative and empowering relationship with fascia, helping people invest in their health, restore vitality, and heal themselves using proprietary tools she developed. As the founder, CEO, and educator of GST Body, Anna has shared her expertise in holistic body care through fascia on a global scale. She has collaborated with top athletes, surgeons, physicians, and celebrities and has been featured in prominent publications such as Shape, Elle, Net-a-Porter, and The Wall Street Journal.
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Celebrating 200 Episodes + Bold Predictions for the Future of Postpartum Care

We’ve reached an incredible milestone—200 episodes of the Postpartum University Podcast!

This moment is both a celebration of how far postpartum care has come and a vision for what lies ahead. Maranda reflects on her 15-year journey from doula and childbirth educator to a leading advocate for empowering postpartum providers. She shares bold insights into the future of postpartum care, including the rise of “supplements as the new quick fix,” increasing regulation challenges, and the need to preserve real human connection in an increasingly tech-driven world.

This episode isn’t just a milestone—it’s a call to action for providers ready to elevate their impact. Whether you’re a doula, midwife, or professional supporting new moms, you’ll walk away with actionable inspiration to help redefine postpartum care. Together, we’re dismantling harmful narratives, amplifying holistic solutions, and creating a future of compassionate, accessible care.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/celebrating-200-episodes-bold-predictions-for-the-future-of-postpartum-care-ep-200

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KEY TIME STAMPS:**

00:02: Celebrating 200 episodes and reflecting on the journey so far.

02:15: The shift from directly supporting moms to empowering postpartum providers.

07:00: Predictions for the future of postpartum care, including supplements, regulation, and AI.

12:31: Why in-person connection is crucial for postpartum support.

15:52: How to advocate for holistic postpartum care and create lasting change.

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Postpartum fitness isn’t just about “bouncing back” or crunching your way to a flat stomach.It’s about honoring the body’s transformation, healing, and regaining strength from the inside out. In this episode, Maranda sits down with fitness expert and prenatal/postnatal specialist Desi Bartlett to discuss what’s missing in traditional postpartum fitness and why so many programs fall short for moms.

From understanding the core's "inner cylinder" to exploring how breath directly impacts the pelvic floor, Desi shares actionable insights for postpartum providers and moms alike. Learn how to create movement practices that heal rather than harm, and why slowing down can lead to faster, more sustainable recovery.

If you’re a postpartum provider or mom ready to rethink fitness and rediscover joy in movement, we know you’ll love this conversation.

Check out the episode on the blog:
https://postpartumu.com/a-safe-and-healing-approach-to-postpartum-fitness-and-strength-desiree-bartlett-ep-199

KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:02: Introduction to Desi Bartlett and her expertise in postpartum fitness.
02:17: Understanding the “inner cylinder” of the core.
06:48: Pelvic floor health and the importance of breathwork.
11:22: Critical postpartum fitness adaptations for safe recovery.
15:08: Transitioning to perimenopause and menopause movement considerations
20:13: How societal pressures harm postpartum recovery and what to do instead.

Connect with Desi:

Desi Bartlett MS, CPT E-RYT, is passionate about sharing the joy of movement with over 25 years of experience in health and wellness. She holds advanced certifications in yoga, personal training, prenatal and postnatal fitness, and has worked with celebrities like Ashley Tisdale and Kate Hudson. An internationally published author of "Your Strong, Sexy Pregnancy" and co-author of "Total Body Beautiful," Desi brings her expertise to Desibodymind.com, offering transformative content for physical and mental well-being. Desi, originally from Chicago and a proud mother of two, now resides on the picturesque island of Oahu.

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The Truth About Postpartum Weight Loss & The Dangers of "Bouncing Back"
Society loves to push postpartum weight loss tips and quick-fix solutions like having a “postpartum weight loss meal plan” or postpartum weight loss supplements, and it’s no secret there's postpartum weight loss threads all over Reddit and other online forums. But we believe these approaches often hurt more than they help and can be incredibly damaging to the mental health of moms around the world.. This episode dives deep into the truth about postpartum weight retention—why it’s a biologically protective mechanism and how stress, hormones, and societal pressures can derail recovery.

If you’ve encountered moms frustrated by this narrative and you’re ready for a new more holistic and healthy approach to the conversation around postpartum weight, postpartum body , this episode will be a breath of fresh air for you with tons of clarity, and science backed strategies and perspective shifts. This isn’t about dress sizes—it’s about creating a postpartum care culture that values nourishment, rest, and true health.

If you’re a provider ready to ditch harmful weight-centric narratives and shift the conversation toward holistic postpartum healing, this episode is a must-listen.

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KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:02: Exploring the societal pressures around postpartum weight and weight loss timelines.

04:39: The science behind weight retention as a protective biological mechanism.

06:46: Why dieting, calorie-cutting, fasting and intense exercise can backfire for postpartum moms during postpartum recovery.

10:59: The power of language in reframing postpartum health narratives and how providers can replace outdated "postpartum weight loss tips" with more supportive, empowering language.

12:31: Practical ways providers can support holistic postpartum healing.

16:33: Understanding the links between stress, hormones, weight retention and postpartum healing.

21:08: Advocacy tips for dismantling harmful societal norms like the “bounce back culture” in postpartum care and focusing on healthier postpartum care.

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Are you feeling the pressure to set massive New Year's resolutions?

I know I always do! But this year, I'm ditching the grind and embracing a "less is more" approach. In this episode, we're talking all about simplicity, from prioritizing rest and play to deepening existing relationships and cultivating sustainable wellness habits. We'll explore why big goals can actually burn you out and how to find joy in the everyday. Whether you're a busy mom or a postpartum professional, this episode is for you! Let's ditch the stress and unlock a happier, more fulfilling life together.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/ditch-the-big-goals-how-to-embrace-simplicity-for-a-happier-new-year-ep-197

KEY TIME STAMPS:

1:26: Time and Energy Constraints

3:15: Avoiding the "More, More, More" Trap

4:15: Prioritizing Play and Rest

6:57: Simplifying To-Do Lists

8:10: Identifying "Self-Inflicted" Projects

9:46: Eliminating Unnecessary Tasks

10:35: Deepening Existing Relationships

11:53: Intentionality in Relationships

13:36: Bringing Back Community and Togetherness

15:49: Nourishing Yourself and Your Body

16:35: Sustainable Wellness Practices

17:35: Prioritizing Play and Rest

19:09: Creating Meaningful Memories

20:16: The Importance of Little Moments

21:06: Focusing on What Matters Most

21:54: Setting Small, Achievable Intentions

22:44: Giving Yourself Permission to Say No

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Postpartum recovery is a sacred opportunity for deep healing and transformation, not just “bouncing back.”
Kristin Hauser, an acupuncturist and herbalist, dives into the transformative power of Chinese medicine in postpartum care, breaking down the 'three golden opportunities' women have during their reproductive years—menarche, postpartum, and menopause.

We talk about how simple yet profound practices like resting more, eating nourishing ancestral foods like bone broth, and limiting screen time during these phases can reset a woman’s health on a cellular level. It’s all about empowering providers to guide moms through these critical times with holistic tools that nurture the nervous system, balance hormones, replenish nutrients, and honor the body’s natural rhythms for deep healing and long-term well-being.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/the-power-of-traditional-chinese-medicine-in-postpartum-recovery-kristin-hauser-ep-196

KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:02: Introduction to Kristin Hauser and her work in Chinese medicine.
01:30: The three golden opportunities: menarche, postpartum, and menopause.
07:07: Key practices for postpartum recovery—rest, nourishment, and slowing down.
10:31: Technology’s impact on postpartum health and how to minimize its effects.
18:09: Debunking the myth of motherhood as inherently depleting.
22:40: Building resilience and embracing the joys of motherhood.
25:02: Leveraging the body’s innate intelligence for postpartum recovery.
31:08: Where to find more of Kristin’s work and connect with her resources.

Connect with Kristin:
Kristin Hauser is a mother, acupuncturist, herbalist and somatic sex educator supporting women to create lasting hormonal resilience, fertility through postpartum. Her work is inspired by the ancient wisdom of Chinese Medicine, the modern understanding of hormonal physiology and a deep reverence for the innate intelligence of the body. As the founder of Womb Medicine, she offers online consultations, courses and workshops, as well as TCM inspired herbal medicinals. Kristin is also the co-facilitator of The Blood Mysteries School, a journey through the menstrual cycle as a path of nourishment, agency and healing for every woman.
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Motherhood is exhausting, but it's not just about sleepless nights.

In this episode of Postpartum University, we dig into the hidden causes behind postpartum chronic exhaustion that go beyond the obvious. From mineral depletion and deficiencies to unprocessed trauma and societal pressures of being a mom, you'll uncover the real culprits draining your energy—and learn actionable strategies to heal from the inside out.

Whether you’re a mom navigating this journey or a provider supporting postpartum wellness, this episode is packed with insights to help you overcome postpartum chronic exhaustion and reclaim your energy and vitality.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/how-to-overcome-postpartum-chronic-exhaustion-ep-195

KEY TIME STAMPS:1:21 - Introduction: Chronic exhaustion in motherhood is more than just sleepless nights.

3:20 - Nutrient depletion: Magnesium, iron, and their critical roles in energy and recovery.

5:26 - How nutrient deficiencies impact hormone production and sleep quality.

6:39 -The impact of unprocessed trauma on mental and physical health.

8:03 - Societal pressure and lack of postpartum support exacerbate trauma.

9:12 - Fight-or-flight response: How trauma keeps the nervous system in overdrive.

12:38 - Cyclical rest: Honoring your body’s rhythms for better energy.

14:37 - Cultural traditions of postpartum rest vs. Western "bounce back" expectations.

18:40 - Overexhaustion: Why being overtired makes it harder to rest and recover.

20:52 - Overcoming societal pressures and redefining success as a mom.

22:43 - Tools for nervous system regulation to combat stress and fatigue.

26:53 - Simple practices like breathing exercises, body scans, and mindful movement.

29:45 - Full body scan: A guided relaxation tool for releasing physical tension.

32:16 - Final reflections: Becoming your children's example of balance and rest.

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Could Meditation Be the Key to Easing Postpartum Anxiety?Postpartum anxiety can be relentless and exhausting, leaving countless mothers feeling overwhelmed and sleep-deprived. Maranda sits down with Kelly Smith, global yoga & meditation teacher, founder of Yoga For You, to explore meditation as a practical tool for postpartum mental health. Kelly shares her personal journey through postpartum anxiety and dives deep into the science of how meditation calms the brain, helping us manage the endless cycle of “what if” thoughts.

Kelly and Maranda bust myths around traditional meditation, proving that mothers can find peace without needing a totally “clear mind.” Kelly uses relatable analogies and science-backed insights to explain how meditative practices can ease maternal stress and help moms navigate the demands of early motherhood. Plus, she shares realistic ways to bring meditation into your life, even if you're pressed for time. Small, consistent meditation practices can reshape the postpartum journey and make lasting impacts on mental health.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/mindfulness-tools-to-help-moms-with-postpartum-anxiety-kelly-smith-ep-194/

KEY TIME STAMPS:

04:01 — Meditation as a tool for postpartum anxiety relief & how it affects the brain’s stress response system

07:45 — Practical ways meditation changes the postpartum brain

10:22 — Meditation as a daily “micro habit” for mental resilience

12:06 — The trap of “meditating on fears” vs. meditating for calm

18:39 — Addressing the myth that meditation requires a blank mind

20:49 — Accessible meditation practices for busy moms

24:59 — Techniques like body scans and guided sessions

33:32 — Final words: Trusting yourself as the perfect mother for your child

Connect with Kelly:

Kelly Smith is a global yoga and meditation teacher, author, E-RYT 500/ YACEP, founder of Yoga For You, and the host of the iTunes chart-topping podcasts Mindful in Minutes and Meditation Mama. Kelly believes that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to yoga and meditation and encourages her students to find their own personal practice, listen to their bodies, and find inner joy by accessing their most authentic selves.

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The days of just trying to make it to "wine o'clock" to survive the stress of motherhood are over. There's a better way to thrive as a mom- without alcohol altogether.

Today we're diving into an issue that's become so normalized in our society that we hardly question it anymore - the culture of drinking for moms. It's this joke, this reoccurring meme that says you're a mom, you must need a glass or three of wine to survive. But it is really harmless humor at some times, at some points or and oftentimes, we're brushing aside something that's far more serious.

So today we're going to explore what this culture narrative comes from, where it comes from, why it's so pervasive and the real impact it has on mothers and what we can do about it as moms, as friends, as providers. So if you're curious about navigating motherhood without the crutch of wine o'clock, you're in the right place.

Check out the episode on the blog:https://postpartumu.com/sober-motherhood-thriving-without-wine-in-a-culture-that-tells-you-to-drink-ep193/

KEY TIME STAMPS:
2:46 - The origin and rise of the wine mom culture.

6:05 - Historical parallels between cigarette marketing and modern alcohol advertising.

8:00 -Shocking stats: The rise of alcohol use and alcohol abuse in women.

10:41 - The problem with short-term fixes like alcohol.

15:29 - Healthy alternatives: Building support systems and practicing mindfulness.

19:35 - Professional support: Finding the right therapist and addressing nutrition.

23:24 - Health Providers’ role in supporting mothers with substance use concerns.

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Ever feel like the postpartum care we’re offering falls short of what new moms really need? Maranda chats with Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, to explore a whole new standard for postpartum support—one that goes beyond baby prep and hospital bags. They’re here to talk about what it means to provide genuinely holistic, personalized care that truly meets each mother’s unique needs and helps her thrive.

If you're a provider looking to build a “postpartum dream team” approach for your clients, Maranda and Kristin break down the essential roles—from doulas and lactation consultants to sleep coaches and meal planners—and why every aspect of support matters. This isn’t just about basic care; it’s about creating a deeply nurturing plan that supports real mental health, physical recovery, and emotional resilience for mothers.

Check out the episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/beyond-baby-prep-how-providers-can-build-the-perfect-postpartum-support-team-kristin-revere-ep-192/

**KEY TIME STAMPS:

1:30 — How birth professionals view postpartum preparation vs. what most parents plan for.
3:17 — The individualized approach Kristin takes with clients in childbirth classes and postpartum care.
7:55 — The essential role of doulas in providing education, resources, and emotional support.
11:11 — How to build your “dream team” of postpartum professionals.
13:28 — Assessing provider compatibility and ensuring you’re supported at every step.
18:29 — The importance of a well-rounded dream team including nutrition, mental health, and physical recovery support.
22:09 — Realities and gaps in traditional meal trains; the value of nutrient-dense postpartum meal planning.
24:37** — Kristin’s approach to holistic postpartum recovery, addressing overlooked areas like mental health and pelvic floor health.

Connect with Kristin:
Kristin Revere is the founder and CEO of Gold Coast Doulas. She is an elite certified birth doula, newborn care specialist. elite certified postpartum doula and a certified baby registry consultant. Kristin is the co-host of the Ask the Doulas podcast and co-author of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby. She lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan with her husband and children.

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Struggling with postpartum fatigue, mood swings, or lingering hair loss? This episode dives into Maranda Bower’s Postpartum Nutrition Plan—a transformative, nutrient-rich approach designed to help mothers recover fully and thrive, not just survive. Maranda reveals core elements like nutrient-dense foods, balanced blood sugar, and high-quality fats along with practical strategies for incorporating these nutritional powerhouses into your daily routine.

From the vitality-boosting power of grass-fed meats and omega-rich salmon to the soothing benefits of herbs like nettle and red raspberry leaf, this episode provides insights to restore lasting energy, mental health, postpartum hormonal balance, and overall postpartum wellness. Forget calorie counts; this episode is all about whole-food nourishment for true healing.

Here’s the big news: The Postpartum Nutrition Plan will no longer be available to the public after December 31, 2024. Starting in 2025, it will be exclusively accessible through licensed Postpartum Nutrition Certified (PNC) providers, ensuring mothers receive targeted support from professionals trained in postpartum nutrition. Whether you're a mom ready to reclaim your health or a provider eager to make a deeper impact, this episode delivers powerful, actionable steps for long-term wellness and the future of postpartum care. Don’t miss this life-changing information while it’s still available!

Check out this episode on the blog:https://postpartumu.com/the-postpartum-nutrition-plan-that-will-change-your-life-ep-191

KEY TIME STAMPS:

00:02 — Introduction to postpartum nutrition and why it’s critical
2:02 — Announcement: transitioning the Postpartum Nutrition Plan to providers
5:38 — Key nutrients in postpartum: Iron, magnesium, B vitamins, and more
7:36 — Why postpartum nutrition goes beyond calorie counting
9:48 — Maranda’s four nutrition pillars for postpartum health
11:52 — Importance of healthy fats like avocado oil, ghee, and omega-3s
15:31 — Managing blood sugar levels to avoid crashes and anxiety
18:36 — Preparing meals in advance and tips for real-life postpartum application
22:19 — Reframing breakfast as high-fat, high-protein, nutrient-dense meals
26:32 — The impact of whole-body nourishment on energy and mental clarity
27:39 — Final thoughts on embracing postpartum nutrition as a journey to thrive

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"We live in a culture that pressures us to ‘bounce back,’ but if there’s ever a time to slow down and take care of yourself, it’s now.” Kate Tietje

If you’ve felt the pressure to “bounce back” postpartum, this episode with Kate Tietje, founder of Earthley, is your wake-up call. We dive into how natural remedies, mindful lifestyle shifts, and intentional healing set the foundation for true postpartum wellness—not quick fixes.

Kate shares her journey into holistic health, fueled by her experience as a mother, and how Earthley’s plant-based, body-nourishing products support deep, meaningful postpartum recovery. This is about supporting your body’s natural rhythms, reclaiming postpartum wellness, and saying goodbye to burnout.

If you’re a postpartum provider, this conversation is essential to understand the powerful role of herbal care, liver support, and sustainable lifestyle changes that encourage long-term recovery. Prepare to learn how to guide mothers through transformative, whole-body postpartum health with practical, nourishing care.

Check out the episode on the blog:https://postpartumu.com/ditching-quick-fixes-embracing-natural-postpartum-healing-kate-tietje-ep-190

Connect with Kate:Kate Tietje is the founder and CEO of Earthley, a natural wellness company committed to providing affordable, clean, and effective products for families. A passionate advocate for holistic health and medical freedom, Kate specializes in formulating herbal remedies and educating others on the power of natural solutions. Her mission is to empower people to take control of their health by offering transparent, plant-based alternatives to mainstream products. Through Earthley, Kate combines her deep knowledge of natural living with a desire to make wellness accessible to everyone.

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KEY TIME STAMPS

0:02: The role of holistic care in postpartum health
0:55: Introducing Kate Tietje & Earthley’s mission for natural wellness
3:05: How natural remedies support whole-body postpartum healing
6:25: The creation and evolution of Earthley’s herbal solutions
8:05: Key herbs for postpartum support and hormone balancing
10:57: Lifestyle changes that support natural postpartum recovery
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"Saying 'no' to things that drain your energy is saying 'yes' to your well-being. And remember; NO ....is a complete sentence."
Alright, providers—let’s talk about something we all know moms desperately need but rarely prioritize: boundaries. If you’re a postpartum provider or professional, this episode is your go-to guide for helping mothers reclaim their energy and well-being by setting boundaries that actually work.

Setting limits around time, rest, and even family relationships isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s the key to preventing postpartum burnout, resentment, and that constant sense of depletion. This episode digs into the practical side of boundary setting—from the “how” to the “why”—so you can give your clients the real-life tools they need to sustain their energy and mental health in motherhood.

Check out this episode on the blog:https://postpartumu.com/defining-boundaries-the-key-to-sanity-in-motherhood-ep-189

KEY TIME STAMPS:
00:02: Introducing the necessity of boundaries in postpartum health
1:02: Why boundaries are essential for postpartum recovery
2:16: Defining boundaries for moms and why they matter
6:52: Identifying areas where boundaries are most needed
8:49: Teaching moms to say no without guilt
10:16: Communicating boundaries clearly and effectively
13:44: Making rest a non-negotiable part of postpartum care
14:42: Setting boundaries with kids for personal space and mental health
18:17: Integrating midday quiet time as a boundary for self-care

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If I follow the moon cycles for my menstrual cycles, am I a bad Christian?
If I meditate or practice yoga to calm my body, does that separate me from God?
If my doula practices Reiki, am I inviting in dangerous energy?

In this episode, Maranda and theologian Janelle Lara tackle heavy questions that Christian women wrestle with as they seek holistic wellness and healing in the postpartum years. We explore new mothers' spiritual journeys and how alternative practices such as meditation, energy work & natural cycles can complement Christian faith and postpartum wellness.

Check out the episode on the blog:https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-spirituality-and-the-taboo-janelle-lara-ep-188/
Connect with Janelle:Janelle Lara is a Theologian who focuses primarily on the intersection between Alternative Spirituality and Christian Theology in her research. She enjoys sharing her studies and presenting her findings on her youtube channel, @janellemlara. She lives in Southeast Georgia with her husband and young children.

Janelle's YouTube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/@JanelleMLara

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00: Introducing Christian perspectives on meditation, energy work, and body rhythms
02:12: Defining meditation in a Christian context
04:15: Historical role of women in spiritual practices
07:33: Christian concerns around energy work
09:05: Exploring Biblical teachings on meditation
11:47: Energy in the Bible: How does it fit?
14:50: Energy as God's creation
16:30: Aligning energy practices with faith
19:02: Prayer vs. meditation: A Christian comparison
21:20: Role of the Holy Spirit in energy and meditation
23:45: Rhythms of the body: Tuning into God’s creation
26:38: Misunderstandings around energy work in Christian communities
29:10: Importance of intent in spiritual practices
31:45: Meditation as a tool for restoring peace and connection
34:23: Christian meditation in everyday life
36:50: Embodying faith in a holistic way
40:17: Final thoughts on Christian meditation and energy

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ADHD or Mom Brain? >> Is "Mom Brain" a myth or could it really be ADHD? What really IS the difference?

Check out the episode on the BLOG:https://postpartumu.com/adhd-or-mom-brain-the-cognitive-struggles-no-one-talks-about-in-motherhood-ep-187-2/

In this episode of Postpartum University Podcast, we're exploring the surprising cognitive struggles many mothers face, comparing ADHD with "Mom Brain."

In this episode, we unpack the signs and symptoms, helping you better support your clients and understand their experiences. Join me as we explore these important topics that affect both moms and the professionals who support them! If you find this episode insightful, please share it with your network of postpartum providers. Together, we can enhance our understanding and support for new mothers during this transformative time!

KEY TIME STAMPS

00:00 - Introduction to the complexities of motherhood
02:12 - What is “mom brain” and how does it manifest?
04:15 - Emotional fluctuations: How common are they?
07:33 - The impact of hormones and sleep on new moms
09:05 - Recognizing ADHD in postpartum clients
11:47 - Nutrition’s role in cognitive function
14:50 - The significance of finding the right healthcare support
16:30 - My personal experience with ADHD diagnosis
19:02 - Understanding emotional swings in postpartum care
21:20 - Holistic strategies for managing postpartum challenges
23:45 - Navigating conversations about mental health with clients
26:38 - Prioritizing self-care in your postpartum practice
29:10 - Encouraging acceptance of change in motherhood
31:45 - Final thoughts: Promoting grace and understanding in your practice

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What if addressing unresolved trauma and nutritional deficiencies could unlock your body's full potential for a successful pregnancy?
In this episode of the Postpartum University Podcast, Maranda is joined by Tenáj Ikner, a certified perinatal doula and expert in perinatal health, to explore how detoxing and nutrient replenishment before conception can significantly boost fertility, minimize the risk of pregnancy loss, and foster a healthier postpartum experience.

Check out this episode on the blog HERE: https://postpartumu.com/how-to-naturally-increase-fertility-through-your-postpartum-recovery-with-tenaj-ikner-ep-186

Connect with Tenáj
Tenáj Ikner is a certified Perinatal Doula, Childbirth Educator, Postpartum Nutrition Specialist, Postpartum Transition Coach, Fertility Health Coach, and Naturopathic Practitioner with over a decade of experience in the perinatal health industry. Through her business, Elevate Maternity, she provides compassionate, personalized support to women navigating fertility, pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
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00:00: Introducing Tenáj Ikner and Elevate Maternity
02:15: How Tenáj’s personal health journey inspired Elevate Maternity
04:30: How mindset shifts impact fertility and postpartum health
06:45: The role of energy healing in preconception health
09:32: Breaking down emotional blocks for fertility and pregnancy success
11:15: Detoxing the body before pregnancy for long-term health benefits
13:58: What should postpartum providers know about fertility health?
16:03: Subconscious writing for emotional healing
18:45: Science behind energy work and its role in wellness
21:34: How preconception health influences postpartum recovery
24:59: Creating a personalized fertility and health plan
28:28: How Tenáj works with women through personalized programs
31:10: Why postpartum recovery really starts before conception
33:55: How to connect with Tenáj and Elevate Maternity

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Motherhood, work, family life, house chores, work, hobbies...how in the world do moms juggle it all?

Ever wonder how to truly do it all without burning out? In this episode, Maranda Bower shares a raw, honest look into her life as a mom of four, a business owner, a student, and a homesteader.

From realistic morning routines that skip the 5 a.m. wakeup calls to flexible work hours and boundaries for quiet time, Miranda shows us her approach to creating harmony and productivity in the chaos of motherhood. If you're a mom juggling many hats and seeking sustainable ways to balance it all, this episode is packed with practical insights and encouragement.

Dive in to find out how Miranda’s unique routines and habits can help you achieve more peace, productivity, and flow.

Check out this episode on the BLOG: https://postpartumu.com/juggling-it-all-life-as-a-mom-entrepreneur-homesteader-ep-185

Get the book: Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness on Amazon today!

KEY TIME STAMPS:

00:02: Addressing postpartum challenges with evidence-based solutions
01:56: Balancing multiple roles as a mother, entrepreneur, and student
02:28: The non-traditional morning routine—no early wakeup required
03:32: Family breakfast that prioritizes nutrition and connection
06:13: Incorporating joyful movement through dance and play
08:01: Centering intentions with journaling and mindfulness
09:23: Setting boundaries and seeking support for work-life balance
17:29: Evening routine dedicated to self-care and family time
20:53: Homesteading as a grounding family activity on weekends
28:03: The ever-evolving practice of achieving “balance”

NEXT STEPS:

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Are you struggling to find balance as a busy mom in today’s hectic world? Here are 5 life changing habits all moms needs to experience peace on the daily. Learn to thrive with these powerful habits from prioritizing restorative sleep to setting healthy boundaries and supporting your nervous system. Learn how these foundational practices can help you reclaim your well-being and bring balance to your busy life.

Check out this episode on the BLOG: https://postpartumu.com/5-life-changing-habits-of-a-thriving-mom-ep-184

Get the book: Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness on Amazon today!
Why Listen?

The Critical Role of Sleep & Rest: Understand why prioritizing sleep is crucial for energy and mental clarity, and discover realistic and practical strategies to incorporate more sleep and rest into your busy schedule and daily routine.
Setting & Following Through on Boundaries: Explore how establishing clear boundaries can protect your peace and enhance your well-being, allowing you to show up as the best version of yourself for your family.
Supporting Your Nervous System: Gain insights into nurturing your nervous system to manage stress and prevent burnout and anxiety with practical tips for finding moments of calm amidst the chaos of motherhood.
Integrating Habits into Daily Life: Find out how to weave these habits into your everyday routine, making them a natural part of your life instead of just another task or to do list item.

What's In It For You?This episode equips you with practical strategies to enhance your well-being as a mom while managing the demands of family life. By embracing the five essential habits discussed, you’ll boost your mental and emotional health, creating a more harmonious and nurturing environment for both you and your children. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or simply seeking to thrive in motherhood, this conversation offers real, actionable insights that can transform your daily life and empower you on your parenting journey.

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What if the key to healing your postpartum struggles lies in what you're eating? In this episode of the Postpartum University podcast, Maranda Bower unpacks the transformative power of nutrition during the postpartum years. We're not just talking about the immediate aftermath of childbirth—Miranda dives deep into misconceptions and myths about postpartum healing and nutrition including how modern diets often miss the mark. Maranda reveals the root causes behind many common postpartum and hormonal issues and will help you learn how your body's significant changes post-birth—from your nervous system to your digestive system—demand a different nutritional approach.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/misconceptions-of-postpartum-nutrition-ep-183
Why Listen?
Understanding Postpartum Nutrition: Discover the crucial role that nutrition plays in your recovery and overall health during the postpartum years and beyond.
Breaking Stigmas: Gain insight into the common misconceptions surrounding postpartum nutrition and learn how to nourish your body effectively.
Long-term Wellness: Understand how the physical changes post-birth impact your nutrient absorption and hormone balance, and why it’s essential to maintain a nutrient-rich diet.
Practical Tips and Recipes: Get actionable advice on simple, nutrient-dense meals that can kickstart your postpartum recovery and improve your overall well-being.

What’s In It for You?
This episode dives deep into the often-overlooked importance of nutrition for postpartum recovery. Maranda's insights challenge conventional wisdom, providing a fresh perspective on what it means to support your body after childbirth. Whether you're a new mom, seasoned parent or healthcare provider and grapple with or help your patients with mood swings, weight issues, hormone imbalances, gut health troubles, lingering postpartum depression and anxiety, gassiness, bloating and hair loss, this episode is a must-listen.

Exciting Announcement
We are thrilled to announce the 10th launch of the Postpartum University Certification Program! We provide in-depth training and certification for postpartum professionals, enhancing their ability to support new mothers effectively.

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Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.

Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

Learn about the Postpartum University Professional All Access Pass
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What if traditional healing practices could transform your postpartum experience? In this episode of the Postpartum University podcast, Maranda Bower sits down with Panquetzani, the founder of Indigimama. Panquetzani brings ancient wisdom from her Mesoamerican heritage to light, discussing traditional healing practices that offer profound support during postpartum recovery. Dive into this conversation to explore how these practices address not just the body, but the mind and spirit, and learn how you can integrate these ancient traditions into your own healing journey.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/honoring-ancestral-wisdom-the-power-of-la-cuarentena-in-modern-healing-with-panquetzani-ep-182

Why Listen?

Understanding Traditional Wisdom: Gain knowledge about ancient postpartum practices and how they support overall well-being beyond just physical recovery.
Holistic Healing: Learn about comprehensive approaches to postpartum care that include mental, emotional, and spiritual support.
Community and Support: Discover the importance of community in healing and how to foster a supportive environment for new mothers.
Respectful Integration: Get guidance on how to integrate indigenous practices into your own life or practice without cultural appropriation.

What’s In It for You?This episode offers a deep dive into ancient Mesoamerican healing practices that are often overlooked in modern postpartum care. Panquetzani’s insights bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and contemporary needs, providing valuable perspectives on holistic wellness. Whether you are a postpartum mother, a healthcare provider, or simply curious about integrating cultural wisdom into your life, this conversation will expand your understanding and offer practical tools for healing.

Connect with PanquetzaniPanquetzani "Pahn-KETS-ah-nee" breathes life into ancestral traditions, offering time-tested wellness practices inspired by Mesoamerican medicine and Mexican folk healing. Using inherited Indigenous knowledge from her Valley of Mexico and Northern Mexican lineages, Panquetzani has dedicated herself to healing la matriz and disseminating Indigenous wellness

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Don’t miss this essential episode packed with crucial health information and practical advice. Visit www.postpartumu.com for more details and join us next week for more empowering content. If you found today’s episode helpful, please leave a review and share your thoughts. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and refine our content. Thank you for your support!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.

Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
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Are you struggling with fatigue, hair loss, mood swings, thyroid issues, or other major health concerns in the years after birth? In this episode, I'm going to guide you through a five-step approach to reclaiming your health and well-being amidst the chaos of motherhood. We dive deep into practical strategies for assessing your emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical needs, and how focusing on your own health benefits both you and your baby.

Blog Link: https://postpartumu.com/when-your-postpartum-health-is-failing-essential-tips-for-holistic-postpartum-recovery-ep-181/

Why Listen?

Reclaim Your Health: Learn why it's crucial to prioritize your own well-being and how doing so can positively impact your baby's health and your entire family.
Step-by-Step Recovery Plan: Discover the five-step approach to managing postpartum challenges, starting with a deep breath and a thorough self-assessment.
Practical Tools and Resources: Get actionable advice through our free Postpartum Recovery Course, designed to address nutrition, sleep, vitamins, and hormone balance.

What’s In It For You?

This episode offers a comprehensive plan to tackle postpartum chaos and confusion, providing practical advice and resources to help you navigate your recovery with confidence. By focusing on a holistic approach and building a strong support system, you’ll be better equipped to heal and thrive during this transformative time.

Exciting Announcement
We are thrilled to announce the 10th launch of the Postpartum University Certification Program! We provide in-depth training and certification for postpartum professionals, enhancing their ability to support new mothers effectively. Click here on how you can become a certified postpartum specialist and make a significant impact in the field.

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Don’t miss this essential episode packed with crucial health information and practical advice. Visit www.postpartumu.com for more details and join us next week for more empowering content. If you found today’s episode helpful, please leave a review and share your thoughts. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and refine our content. Thank you for your support!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.

Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Could Your Postpartum Fatigue, Hair Loss, or Mood Swings Be Signs of a Deeper Issue? In this episode, we dive deep into the common but often misunderstood symptoms of postpartum recovery. Miranda and Katie explore how addressing the root causes of these symptoms, rather than just treating them, can lead to true healing and balance in the body.
Blog Link: https://postpartumu.com/the-art-of-balancing-family-and-work-with-katie-tracey-ep-180/

Why Listen?

Root Causes of Postpartum Symptoms: Discover why symptoms like hair loss, anxiety, and depression during postpartum might not just be issues with your thyroid but could indicate deeper imbalances in your body.
Holistic Healing Approaches: Learn about the limitations of Western medicine in treating postpartum issues and how reconnecting with your body’s natural wisdom can help restore balance and promote healing.
Practical Postpartum Tips: Get actionable advice on using breathwork, lifestyle medicine, and support systems to enhance your postpartum recovery. Understand the power of diaphragmatic breathing and the role of rest, nourishment, and connection in your healing journey.

What’s In It For You?

This episode offers a fresh perspective on postpartum health by emphasizing the importance of looking beyond surface-level symptoms. With practical tips on breathwork, lifestyle changes, and building a strong support system, you’ll learn how to take control of your postpartum experience and achieve true healing.

Connect with Katie

Katie is a mom of four, 200 hour registered yoga teacher, postpartum doula and training childbirth educator who is passionate about all things health and wellness. She specializes in working with women at all stages of life to help them harness their energetic wisdom through mental and physical practices. Katie is also passionate about Chinese medicine, meditation, the law of attraction, astrology, and babywearing.

Don’t miss the opportunity to join Katie Tracey’s monthly "Calm Mama" workshop—a space dedicated to helping mothers navigate postpartum with a blend of practical and spiritual wisdom. Additionally, stay tuned for upcoming episodes that will continue to empower you with transformative insights and actionable advice.

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Could your postpartum fatigue, hair loss, or mood swings be signs of mineral deficiencies? Tune in to discover the critical role that minerals play in your postpartum recovery and why whole food sources might be your best bet. I'm Miranda Bauer, and this week we’re uncovering how vital nutrients like magnesium, zinc, and iron can drastically improve your well-being during these challenging months.

Check out this episode on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-mineral-repletion-how-to-guide-ep-179/

Why Listen?

The Essential Role of Minerals: Learn why adequate mineral levels are crucial for postpartum recovery. Discover how deficiencies can be misinterpreted as mental health issues such as depression and anxiety.
Holistic Health Insights: Understand the benefits of mineral-rich spring water and how poor food and water quality can impact your body. This episode emphasizes a holistic approach to preventing common postpartum issues and boosting your energy naturally.
Practical Tips for Optimal Intake: Gain actionable advice on enhancing your mineral intake, including the effects of medications and hormonal birth control on your nutrient levels. We’ll share practical recipes and highlight mineral-rich herbs to support your health.

What’s In It For You?

This episode offers a comprehensive look at how essential minerals can improve your postpartum recovery. With practical tips and insights into holistic health approaches, you’ll learn how to better support your body during this critical time.

Exciting Announcement

Stay tuned until the end for more information about the Postpartum University membership—a resourceful space for mothers and providers seeking additional support. We’ll also preview upcoming episodes filled with transformative insights and practical advice.

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Ever wondered how a high-flying executive from Facebook and Google transitioned into the world of maternal health? Join me, Maranda Bower, as I dive into an inspiring conversation with Jess Hull, the visionary founder of Mother Me. In this episode, Jess shares her deeply personal journey of becoming a mother and how her experiences led her to identify significant gaps in postpartum care. We discuss how her data-driven insights and innovative approach are transforming the landscape for new mothers, integrating scientific data with compassionate, culturally diverse practices.
Check it out on the blog: https://postpartumu.com/empowering-new-moms-science-selflove-jess-hull-178/

Why Listen?

Transformative Journey: Discover how Jess Hull’s unique background in tech and her personal experience as a mother of two under two fueled her passion for improving postpartum care. Learn how she’s using data-driven insights to address gaps in maternal health.
Empowering Practices: Explore the power of reframing language, the 5-5-5 resting method, and how processing birth stories through handwriting can empower new mothers. We challenge the cultural pressures of "bouncing back" and emphasize the importance of self-love and positive self-talk.
Biological Rewiring: Understand how the postpartum period is a time of significant brain rewiring, presenting an opportunity for growth, self-care, and internal validation that’s crucial in the motherhood journey.

What’s In It For You?

This episode offers a deep dive into the intersection of science and self-love in postpartum recovery, blending practical advice with powerful stories of resilience. You’ll gain insights into how integrating scientific data with compassionate care can create a more supportive and effective postpartum experience.

Connect with Jess

Jess Hull is a former Facebook and Google executive who founded Mother Me, which is an app, online course, and support framework for successful women who want to do more than just survive their postpartum.

Jess approaches her work more from an academic standpoint vs. a clinical perspective. She has done extensive research on matrescence and maternal health and seeks practical solutions that can help busy women.

Connect with Jess at www.motherme.io and @motherme.io on Instagram

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Ever wondered how proper nourishment can transform a mother’s postpartum recovery? Join me, Maranda Bower, as I delve into my 15-year journey in postpartum care and explore the significant shift towards recognizing the crucial role of postpartum nutrition. This episode will take you through the evolving landscape of postpartum care, where holistic and individualized approaches to nutrition are revolutionizing recovery and offering lasting benefits for mothers and their families.

Why Listen?

Holistic Nutrition Revolution: Discover how a focus on holistic and personalized nutrition is reshaping the postpartum experience. Move beyond the trend of gourmet meal services and empower yourself with the knowledge to prepare nourishing meals that support long-term health.
Transformative Impact: Learn how proper nourishment not only accelerates postpartum recovery but also plays a vital role in improving maternal mental health and overall well-being during and beyond pregnancy.
Personal Insights: Hear personal stories from my journey, including the unexpected experiences that fueled my passion for creating a transformative postpartum nutrition program.

What’s In It For You?

This episode offers a deep dive into the power of nutrition in postpartum recovery, blending practical advice with inspiring stories of resilience and transformation. You’ll gain insights into how holistic nutrition is becoming increasingly recognized and integrated into medical practice, providing new mothers with the tools they need for a healthier recovery.

Exciting Announcement

Stay tuned until the end for an exclusive introduction to Postpartum University’s upcoming Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program. Developed from over a decade of dedicated study and hands-on experience, this program is designed to meet the growing demand for comprehensive nutritional guidance. Whether you’re a practitioner or a mother, this certification will equip you with the knowledge to make a meaningful impact on postpartum health. If you find this episode valuable, we’d be grateful if you could leave a review and share your thoughts.

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Ever wondered how to handle a medical emergency while exploring a remote paradise? Join me, Maranda Bawer, as I recount an unforgettable 10-year anniversary trip to French Polynesia that took an unexpected turn when I developed a severe eye infection. This episode will take you on a journey through breathtaking landscapes and vibrant local culture, but also through the intense experience of navigating medical care on a secluded atoll.

Why Listen?

Unconventional Remedies: Discover how we managed a health crisis with surprising natural remedies like a hot-cold regimen and a potato poultice. Learn how these unconventional methods, combined with persistence and communication, played a crucial role in my recovery.
Resilience and Preparation: Hear how our journey tested our resilience and reinforced the importance of being prepared for emergencies, even in the most remote locations.
Holistic Health Insights: Gain insights into how this experience deepened my understanding of holistic health and nutrition, and how these lessons can be applied to your postpartum journey.

What’s In It For You?

This episode provides a unique blend of travel adventure and practical advice on handling health crises while abroad. You'll learn about the power of holistic remedies, the critical role of communication, and how preparedness can turn a challenging situation into a profound learning experience.

Exciting Announcement

Stay tuned until the end for an exclusive announcement about Postpartum University’s upcoming Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program. Discover how you can access invaluable tools and knowledge for postpartum healing and learn about our upcoming certification program. Your support means the world to us, and we hope you’ll leave a review if you find this episode inspiring.

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Can physical and emotional traumas be stored in your body's fascia system, and how can craniosacral therapy unlock your healing potential?
Join our conversation with Dr. Trina Winner, a physical therapist specializing in women's health and pediatrics.
Dr. Winner dives deep into the intricacies of craniosacral and craniosacral fascial therapy, shedding light on their transformative impact on holistic healing.
Discover how these therapies address the interconnectedness of the craniosacral system and fascia and integrate emotional and spiritual aspects into treatment.

Explore the profound benefits of craniosacral therapy, particularly during the postpartum period.
This gentle, hands-on approach optimizes the flow of cerebral spinal fluid and tackles fascial restrictions throughout the body, offering immense relief to new mothers.

Dr. Winner emphasizes the importance of considering a patient's lifestyle and environment to ensure effective therapy, stressing the need for proper nourishment, hydration, and stress management. Insights into the evolving landscape of postpartum care reveal the necessity for a more integrative approach to maternal health, making this conversation a must-listen for anyone navigating or supporting the postpartum journey.

We delve into the universal spiritual aspects of holistic wellness, highlighting the importance of reconnecting with nature, nourishing foods, and practices like prayer or meditation.
Vulnerability and shared experiences play a crucial role in healing, as Dr. Winner and I reflect on personal stories of recovery and the transformative power of craniosacral therapy.

We also discuss the significance of treating the mother-baby dyad, demonstrating how a mother's nervous system health profoundly affects her baby's well-being. Concluding with a heartfelt reflection on our shared journey and growth, we invite you to join the Postpartum University membership for essential tools and truths for healing during the postpartum years.

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Struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, and PTSD left me paralyzed with fear and uncertainty.

Join me as I reveal my personal journey through these dark times and share how recognizing and validating these emotions became the first steps toward healing. We’ll explore the therapeutic tools like cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR that can help mothers overcome postpartum trauma, empowering them to face future pregnancies with renewed hope and confidence.

Emotions run high during postpartum, often creating a whirlwind of conflicting feelings.
Learn why building a strong, judgment-free support system is crucial, and how the right kind of help can transform a challenging postpartum journey.

From the benefits of therapy to the importance of proactive support and self-care, we uncover the societal gaps in postpartum education and advocate for better preparation and understanding.
Hear about the duality of loving and hating the postpartum experience and the fears that many mothers face about having more children.

Your postpartum journey doesn’t have to be walked alone.
We emphasize the value of open communication with healthcare providers and the life-changing impact of holistic approaches like mindfulness, meditation, and proper nourishment.

By breaking the silence around postpartum depression and anxiety, we can support one another on the path to healing.

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Ever wondered how chiropractic care can significantly impact the health of postpartum women and infants? We promise you’ll gain new insights into this fascinating topic as we’re joined by Dr. Stacey Lowe, a dedicated chiropractor with over two decades of experience in Wasilla, Alaska.

Discover how Dr. Lowe debunks common misconceptions about chiropractic care and reveals its profound benefits far beyond mere pain relief, particularly for new mothers and their babies.

Childbirth methods can profoundly affect a baby’s development.
Dr. Lowe discusses the ramifications of chemical inductions, C-sections, and rapid births, and how these can lead to fussiness, colic, and developmental delays in infants.
We discuss the natural birth process's vital role in facilitating cerebral spinal fluid movement and the consequences of dural and spinal tension.

This conversation shines a light on the necessity of holistic postpartum care, particularly for mothers who have faced challenging births, and emphasizes the emerging role of alternative health providers in this evolving landscape.

New mothers often face a myriad of physical challenges, from posture shifts during pregnancy to the physical demands of breastfeeding and holding their babies.

Dr. Lowe offers practical advice to alleviate discomforts like upper back and neck pain, pubic bone pain, and tailbone discomfort.

We underscore the importance of specialized chiropractic training to address these unique postpartum health issues, prevent chronic patterns, and improve nervous system function.

Tune in to unlock valuable tips and guidance aimed at optimizing the well-being of both mothers and their infants.

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Can self-doubt really sabotage your success?

Join me as I share intimate and raw stories from my new book, "Confidence and Clients: A Postpartum Pro Playbook."

This episode takes you behind the scenes of my rollercoaster journey filled with moments of crippling self-doubt and imposter syndrome and reveals how I transformed these challenges into a thriving postpartum care business.

Learn why confidence is the silent game-changer for postpartum professionals.

Drawing insights from Barbara Stani's "The Secrets of Six Figure Women," I'll uncover how even the most successful women face and overcome self-doubt.

This episode is a heartfelt call to embrace our vulnerabilities and use them as a powerful catalyst for building a more confident and successful future.

Read all the details of the stories I've shared here and start your own journey to overcoming imposter syndrome by grabbing your FREE copy of Confidence and Clients!

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Discover the secrets to reclaiming your body and emotional well-being postpartum with our special guest, Dr. Tara Morrison, a doctor of physical therapy and women's health and intimacy coach.

In this episode, Dr. Morrison shares her innovative Somatic Pelvic Care methodology, which blends traditional hands-on pelvic floor therapy with emotional and energetic wellness.

Learn how stress and trauma manifest in the pelvic floor muscles and why reconnecting with yourself after childbirth is crucial for long-term health.

Through a compelling personal story, we highlight the transformative power of seeking pelvic floor physical therapy, even years after giving birth.

Join us as we explore the evolution of somatic pelvic care and its profound impact on healing both body and mind.

Hear firsthand accounts of how internal exams and myofascial release can unearth deep-seated emotional disconnections, leading to significant breakthroughs.

We discuss the journey from conventional physical therapy to a comprehensive approach that incorporates yoga, meditation, and a deep understanding of the nervous system's role in chronic pain and recovery.

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The postpartum period is one of the most misunderstood and overlooked phases in a woman's life, and what your doctor doesn't know could change everything.

In today's episode, we dive into the hidden truths about postpartum care, a crucial topic for every new mother and her family.

If you've been listening for a while, you know how passionate I am about this conversation and its importance in changing the narrative around postpartum care.

In this episode:

The Gaps in Postpartum Care (00:01:00)

Common myths, such as being fully recovered at six weeks, and neglect of mental health and nutrition, leave mothers feeling unsupported.

Personal Experience with Healthcare Failures (00:03:20)

Maranda shares a personal story about her daughter's severe rotavirus and the disappointing response from healthcare providers.
Emphasis on the need for trustworthy providers during stressful situations and how the lack of support can add to trauma.

Inadequate Training for Providers (00:06:56)

Discussion on how OBs and nurse practitioners are only trained in acute care, focusing on preventing hemorrhage and infection, and ensuring baby’s basic needs are met.

Challenges with Mental Health Screening (00:12:35)

Standard mental health questionnaires are often impersonal and inadequate, failing to capture the deep emotional struggles new mothers face.

Importance of Holistic Approaches (00:18:05)

Critique of the medical training that ignores these aspects and the unrealistic six-week recovery timeline.

Today’s episode sheds light on the critical gaps in postpartum care and the urgent need for a more comprehensive, holistic approach.
From personal stories to systemic issues, it’s clear that the current model is failing many mothers.
By raising awareness and advocating for better education and support, we can hope for a future where postpartum care truly meets the needs of all women.

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What if postpartum recovery wasn't just about bouncing back, but about embracing a profound transformation?
Join me on a journey that redefines this crucial period.

I'm sharing my personal experiences to uncover the hidden emotional and mental challenges that often accompany childbirth.

Together, we break the silence on how societal pressures can overshadow the true healing process and explore strategies for preparing out of love and care, not fear and trauma.

Imagine a world where new mothers are encouraged to rest, nourish their bodies, and lean on a supportive community.

This episode illuminates the significance of traditional postpartum practices from cultures around the globe.

From the warmth-focused "mother roasting" methods in Asia to the communal care systems in Africa, we delve into how these age-old traditions hold valuable lessons for modern times.

By embracing these practices, we can foster an environment where new mothers find strength in vulnerability and honor the profound changes that follow childbirth.

Preparation is key, and this episode offers actionable insights to help you navigate the postpartum period with ease.
We'll cover everything from planning nutrient-dense meals to assembling a robust support team and prioritizing self-care routines.
Tune in and discover how to transform your postpartum experience into a journey of holistic healing and profound personal growth.

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Welcome back to the Postpartum University podcast!

Today's special guest, Kara Johnson, a registered nurse and certified aroma freedom practitioner, unlocks emotional healing and postpartum well-being secrets with the transformative Aroma Freedom Technique.
We'll break down the 12-step process developed by psychologist Dr. Benjamin Perkis. and delve into the science behind how these essential oils interact with your brain's receptors via the olfactory system, promoting deep emotional healing.

We also discuss crucial safety considerations for using essential oils during pregnancy and postpartum, underscoring their gentle yet effective nature compared to other trauma-release methods.

Learn about the critical importance of choosing high-quality essential oils as we share our own experiences to highlight why thorough research and investing in reputable brands is essential.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and tips designed to support you during the postpartum period and beyond.

Key points in this conversation!

What is the Aroma Freedom Technique? (1:37)
Application of Aroma Freedom in Pregnancy and Postpartum (2:43)
Scientific Basis and Safety of Aromatherapy (4:01)
Practical Use of Essential Oils in Daily Life (11:28)

Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge you need to navigate this crucial phase of motherhood with confidence and ease.

Click here to learn more about Kara and find tons of resources for postpartum healing and well-being.

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Big changes are underway for the future of Postpartum University resources!

Here I'll dive into the reasons behind transitioning from a membership model to a course-based system and address common questions from the community.

I'm sharing my vision for the future of Postpartum University and explaining how these changes align with the overall mission.

In this episode, we're sharing:

1. Transition from Membership to Course Model * The decision to move from a membership model to a course-based system, explaining the benefits and initial reactions from her team and clients.
2. Challenges of the Membership Model
  - Insights into why membership models are challenging, including the emotional and technical workload involved.
3. Impact and Reception of the Transition
  - Positive reception from the community, with 80% of members transitioning to the new course model, validating the decision to change.
4. Upcoming Changes and New Initiatives
  - Sneak peek into future plans for Postpartum University, including the integration of the Mama Thrive method and upcoming technological upgrades.
5. Managing Multiple Community Spaces and Engagement Issues
  - Explanation of why the Facebook group was closed and how community engagement will be managed moving forward, focusing on user-friendly and efficient platforms.

I'm also addressing additional listener questions about the recent changes and sharing my excitement for the future developments at Postpartum University.
Rest assured these changes are designed to enhance your experience and support in the most effective way possible.
Stay connected and reach out with any further questions via Instagram.

Stay tuned for more updates and revolutionary content coming soon!

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I am joined by Jojo Hogan, a renowned expert in the perinatal field.

I am thrilled to have her join us for this conversation as a respected colleague in the field of postpartum care and a dear friend.

Today, she shares her wisdom on the transformative power of yoga for postpartum care.

In this episode, we're sharing:

Introduction to Jojo Hogan & the Slow Postpartum Movement - 0:48
Jojo's extensive background in the perinatal field and her advocacy for the slow postpartum movement.
The Philosophy of Yoga in Postpartum - 3:06
Jojo explains how yoga, an ancient system from India, can benefit new mothers by promoting a balanced life and integrating physical and mental well-being.
Regulating the Nervous System Through Yoga - 7:01
Discussion on the importance of a regulated nervous system for new mothers and how yoga practices can support this, benefiting both the mother and the baby.
Ayurvedic Elements in Postpartum Care - 18:14
Jojo shares how the five elements of Ayurvedic medicine (earth, fire, water, air, and space) can be incorporated into postpartum care to help mothers feel grounded and balanced.
Practical Yoga Techniques for New Mothers - 26:22
Jojo talks about practical and restorative yoga techniques that new mothers can easily incorporate into their daily routine to relieve physical tension and promote relaxation.

Jojo Hogan's insights into the role of yoga and Ayurvedic practices in postpartum care highlight the profound benefits of a slow and intentional approach to recovery after birth.

By integrating these holistic practices, new mothers can nurture their physical and emotional well-being, ultimately creating a more balanced and fulfilling postpartum experience.

Click here for more details about JoJo and how to connect with her work!

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Welcome to today's episode where we dive into a hot topic that many moms can relate to: balancing it all. I'm sharing my insights on juggling motherhood, a career, and self-care with four kids, a homestead, a successful business, and returning to school.

In this episode hear all about:

Why Support Systems Are Essential
What Realistic Self-Care Means
How to Return to the Basics
The Importance of Setting Boundaries
Mindfulness Techniques in Everyday Tasks

In this episode, you'll be encouraged and taught how to start small by implementing one or two self-care practices and gradually adding more over time.
I guarantee by using these strategies to prioritize your basic self-care needs, you'll alleviate daily pressures and enhance your overall well-being.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Maranda chats with Christy Jo Hendricks, IBCLC, to delve into the complexities of breastfeeding, postpartum health, and the challenges faced by new mothers.
With years of experience and a passion for supporting families, Christy Jo shares valuable insights into the world of lactation consulting and the need for informed support.

In this episode, we're sharing:

(02:22) The Importance of Support Beyond Breastfeeding
(06:48) Discrepancy Between Breastfeeding Intentions and Reality
(13:33) Challenges in Accessing Reliable Information
(16:43) Variability in Lactation Consultant Training and Practices
(21:23) Navigating the Search for Support

To learn more about Christy Jo's work and access valuable resources, visit her website at lactationuniversity.com.
Join us in advocating for comprehensive, evidence-based support for breastfeeding families and promoting a culture of inclusivity and understanding in the postpartum period.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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In this episode, I'm discussing holistic and natural remedies for postpartum depression and anxiety.
It's time to dispel the notion that our health and well-being lie solely in the hands of medical professionals. Women need to be empowered to take control of their postpartum experiences and it starts with education and preparation.

In this episode, I'm talking about:

Distinguishing Healing from Coping
Natural Remedies for Coping
Importance of Body Connection
Long-Term Healing Strategies
Building a Support System

Closing:

I really value your feedback and experiences, so don't hesitate to share them with me on Instagram.

Remember, you're not alone in your journey, and there are holistic approaches to support your well-being beyond traditional medical interventions.

Take care and empower yourself on your path to healing.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Stay in the loop about the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
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Let's dive deep into the transformative power of nourishing meals during the delicate postpartum period.
We explore the journey of Holly Stein, the visionary founder of Mama Meals, an organic postpartum meal delivery service revolutionizing how new moms replenish their bodies and souls.
In today's episode, we're sharing:
The Importance of Postpartum Nutrition (2:18 - 5:59)

The First 40 Days Approach (6:38 - 9:28)
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The Birth of Mama Meals (9:46 - 12:10)

Navigating Dietary Paradigms (13:18 - 15:50)

The Holistic Nature of Nourishment (17:57 - 18:41)

Through Mama Meals, Holly has not only revolutionized postpartum nutrition but also empowered countless mothers to embrace self-care and prioritize their well-being during this sacred period of transition.
It's my hope that you will use her inspiring story to recognize the transformative potential of honoring our bodies with nourishing foods and holistic care.

Read more about this episode, connect with Holly, and explore our resources here:
https://postpartumu.com/the-1-thing-that-will-improve-your-postpartum-experience-with-holly-stein-ep-162/

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

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There are so many postpartum depression misconceptions and myths that are believed to be the truth.
And it's damaging to women everywhere and our society.

It's time to face the facts of this condition that has become far too common and is completely treatable.

In this episode we're talking about:
Understanding Why Postpartum Depression Is Treatable
Going Beyond Hormonal Imbalance
Treatment Beyond Pills and Counseling
Timeline of Postpartum Depression
Dispelling Stigma and Misconceptions

Postpartum depression is a serious but treatable condition that requires collective efforts to address.

By debunking myths and fostering understanding, we can create a supportive environment for mothers navigating the complexities of postpartum experiences. Recovery is possible with the right support and resources.

Remember, you are not alone, and there is hope for a brighter journey through motherhood.

Click the link for more details on this topic and links to other episodes about postpartum depression
https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-depression-myths-vs-facts-ep-161/

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

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Dr. Shivani Gupta brings a wealth of knowledge on Ayurvedic postpartum care, blending Eastern and Western practices for optimal well-being.

In this conversation, look forward to:

Understanding Ayurveda: Dr. Gupta introduces Ayurveda, a holistic system of medicine over 5,000 years old, encompassing mind-body constitution, circadian rhythms, herbology, and detoxification.
Ayurveda in Pregnancy: Ayurvedic principles can guide conception, pregnancy, and postpartum, promoting a peaceful, balanced lifestyle for both mother and baby.
The Importance of Doshas: Exploring the three doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—helps tailor health practices to individual needs, fostering balance and vitality.
Practical Applications: Dr. Gupta shares daily habits for optimal digestion, emphasizing mindful eating, timing of meals, and herbal remedies like turmeric for inflammation and gut health.
Holistic Postpartum Care: Addressing the neglect of postpartum healing, Ayurveda offers insights into nurturing the body and mind, crucial for long-term well-being.

In a world often dismissive of postpartum needs, Dr. Shivani Gupta's insights shed light on the profound impact of Ayurvedic wisdom in promoting holistic health for mothers and families.

As we navigate the complexities of modern life, her teachings remind us to honor the body's innate wisdom and embrace nourishing practices that sustain us through every phase of life.

For more information about Dr. Gupta, her work, and how to incorporate Ayurveda into your postpartum practices click here to head to the blog!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

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So many of you have reached out to follow up about the recent hospital stay my family experienced while my youngest daughter was treated for a severe bout of stomach illness.

Here I'm recounting those events as a way of educating what to be on the lookout for when it comes to managing illness at home and when to decide to receive medical intervention.

In this episode, I'm sharing:

How I knew it was time to seek medical attention at the hospital (3:50)
Why we knew we had made the right decision and the aspects of the appropriate care we received. (9:22)
How we handled advocating and refusing recommendations that we felt would be harmful or unnecessary. (10:19)
The systems I use within our home and lifestyle that allow me to manage when a crisis situation like this occurs and the homeopathic remedies we use to treat illness at home. (15:39)
What we're doing to manage the mental and emotional trauma of the whole situation for the entire family. (18:47)
Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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It's no secret that mothers in the U.S. return to their careers after childbirth way too early.

Today's conversation dives into the effects of returning to work on maternal mental health.

I'm speaking with Dr. Emily Guarnotta, founder of Phoenix Health who brings her expert perspective as a licensed clinical psychologist and certified perinatal mental health specialist.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The perspective mothers can take when returning to work to ease the effects of the transition on their mental health.
How changes in breastfeeding correlate with the timing of returning to work and what to expect emotionally with this experience.
Thoughts on whether maternal mental health conditions are caused or exacerbated by returning to work.
5 steps to take to make the most of returning to work.
Whether or not to discuss your mental health condition with your colleagues or employer.

Until paid family leave is part of our society in the U.S., we'll continue to deal with the reality of returning to work too early and the effects it has on maternal mental health.

This episode is packed with tips that will help you make the most of whatever situation you find yourself in and remind you that you're not alone.

To learn more about Emily and her expert tips, head to:
https://postpartumu.com/maternal-mental-health-and-returning-to-work-with-dr-emily-guarnotta-ep-158/

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18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

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The standard of postpartum healthcare, especially when it comes to nutrition, is shockingly low.

We're bombarded with conflicting advice, misleading marketing, and a lack of credible information. Today, we're diving deep into the dos and don'ts of postpartum nutrition, but fair warning – some of what you'll hear might challenge conventional wisdom. It's time to separate fact from fiction, debunk myths, and empower new mothers with the knowledge they need to nourish themselves and their babies effectively.

In today's episode, we're sharing:
"DO" recommendations
"DON'T" recommendations
Why this might feel highly controversial and how (and why) to adjust your perspective when it comes to postpartum nutrition
Where these recommendations come from and how it is deeply rooted in science and enriched by the wisdom of our ancestors.

It's time to shake up the status quo and pave the way for a healthier postpartum experience. It starts here.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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The depletion and restoration of postpartum nutrients isn't that complicated.

However, when a mama is left undernourished, lacking a few key nutrients will

lead to a whole host of challenging symptoms and conditions.

In this conversation, we're diving into exactly which postpartum nutrients are most important for holistic wellness.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The myth of complicated nutritional guidelines and the notion that postpartum health is derived from eating certain foods or counting calories.
The actual stats of which postpartum nutrients are most commonly depleted in women and why this matters when it comes to physical, mental, and emotional symptoms.
The essential nutrients that need to be restored and exactly how to do that with the Postpartum Nutrition Plan.

Students of the Postpartum Nutrition Certification which is now open for enrollment (but only for a few more days) receive the Postpartum Nutrition Plan as part of their training and resources they can use to enhance their practices.

We'd love to have you!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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The topic of postpartum rage and other symptoms of postpartum hormonal imbalance are (pun intended) all the rage these days.

But so many blogs and articles that are covering this topic of symptoms of postpartum hormonal imbalance are failing to get to the root cause of this serious issue.

In this episode we're sharing:

The true cause of postpartum hormone imbalance that triggers symptoms of rage, digestive issues, mood swings, body aches, brain fog, and more.
The worrisome trends that are occurring within the postpartum "market" and why we need to get ahead of them as maternal care providers.
The myths around the lack of control over the production of postpartum hormones and why it's imperative to understand that postpartum hormonal imbalance is NOT normal.

We dive deeply into this topic within the Postpartum Nutrition Certification which is now open for enrollment but only for a few more days. We'd love to have you!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Postpartum depression and nutrition is a topic that many providers and organizations avoid. Even those who advocate for better maternal mental health outcomes, fail to recognize the tie between nutrient depletion and mental health.

It's time to change that and take back our power.

In this episode, we're sharing:

How I came to discover the deep connection between nutrient depletion and postpartum depression symptoms and my own experience with full, holistic healing.

Who truly benefits from continuing to label depression as a "chemical imbalance" or attributing it to a lack of support.

What women can start doing right now to set themselves up for healing and wellbeing that gets to the root cause of depression symptoms.

If you're still struggling or you know someone who is, even after consistent therapy sessions and trial and error with different medications, THIS is the episode that's going to change everything.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Today's conversation with Lynn Schulte, founder of the Institute for Birth Healing will take your understanding of pelvic floor health to a whole new level.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The specific birth pattern that shows up in the pelvis repeatedly in postpartum women, why, and how to release the symptoms effectively.
The importance of listening to the body and tuning into the emotional trauma that gets stored in the pelvic region.
What is especially important to remember as a postpartum mom who has experienced trauma and is ready to heal through pelvic physical therapy.

Lynn Schulte has been a Birth Healing Specialist and Pelvic Health Physical Therapist for over 30 years.

She founded the Institute for Birth Healing, an educational platform for practitioners, and the Center for Birth Healing, her clinical practice.
She has been helping thousands of moms heal from all the issues women experience after birth and is now teaching courses to bodyworkers to help them do the same. She found a common birth pattern that shows up in the pelvis after birth and knows how to release these patterns effectively.
Knowing we are more than just our bodies, Lynn works on all levels, physically, energetically, and spiritually, with women to help them access their full potential. She also teaches bodyworkers how to respectfully work with the body's tissues and access and use their intuition in bodywork sessions.
She offers a certification process to help birth professionals become Birth Healing Specialists.
Lynn holds a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from St. Louis University, St. Louis Missouri, and is on a mission to improve postpartum care worldwide.

Connect with Lynn:

Instagram
YouTube
Facebook
Website
Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Women are starting to demand better postpartum care.

They're breaking the boundaries that have been inflicted upon them by the healthcare systems who know little to nothing about postpartum recovery.

They're looking to local businesses; doulas, nutritionists, consultants, etc. to provide the nurturing they know they need to keep up with the demands of modern motherhood.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The changes that are happening within the postpartum field and what to expect from care in the future.
How to keep up with the changing demands for better care and be seen as a local expert.
The support that women need within their homes despite what big corporations are trying to sell.
Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

Learn about the Postpartum University Professional Membership
Stay in the loop about the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
Check out our courses in Postpartum Mental Health, Postpartum Nutrition, and Herbal Care...

Here's the things with normalizing the struggles of modern motherhood.

In our attempt to create awareness about the challenges that we go through in motherhood, we've inadvertently normalized aspects that aren't the essence of true motherhood and really shouldn't be happening in the first place.

In this episode, we're sharing:

Aspects of motherhood that have been labeled as "normal" such as severe mental health concerns and restrictive sleep training techniques and who is actually benefitting from the "normalization" of these struggles.
My own personal experience with going against the mainstream advice of newborn care and how it benefitted my mental health immensely.
What we can do instead of continuing to accept things "as they are."

Let's have a conversation about the parts of motherhood you've been told to accept as "normal" and where you're pushing back against that norm.
Join us to chat about it in the Facebook group!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Postpartum retreats are a hot topic in the news right now.

There are several red flags involved with this that we need to make ourselves aware of right away.

So let's talk about why these postpartum retreats are NOT the solution to the maternal healthcare crisis.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The obvious prohibitive cost factor that luxury experiences like this present, that further widens the gap between the privileged wealthy and those who don't have the financial means for such care.
The slippery slope into "standardized care" something like this generates and who actually benefits from these "investments" in the long term.
What needs to be done instead that will fully support mothers, babies, and families and set them up for the journey of parenthood.

I'm sure this episode is going to bring you a perspective on postpartum retreats that isn't being presented in the mainstream coverage.

Let's have a conversation about the rise of postpartum retreats and how you envision yourself contributing to a paradigm of postpartum care that allows all mothers to thrive. Join us to chat about it in the Facebook group!

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Conversations around birth injury, trauma, and loss are no doubt challenging. But they're also so very important.

In this episode, I'm joined by birth injury lawyer and author of A Parent's Guide to Safer Childbirth, Gina Mundy.

She shares candidly how she's experienced how mistakes in the birth setting impact lives forever. And she's proactively working to educate parents about how they can keep themselves and their families safe.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The risk factors that contribute to the cases Gina represents, including the cascade of interventions caused by Pitocin inductions.
How parents can advocate for themselves in the birth room.
What steps can be taken to ensure a safe childbirth experience including the importance of assembling your team of providers.

Though this topic may be triggering, our objective here is not to scare you but rather to bring attention to the rise in birth injury and loss and how providers and parents can make a difference in outcomes.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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We need to talk more about postpartum wellness.

Information and resources for thriving during the postpartum period (which is way longer than most people think, by the way), are severely lacking in our culture.

Creating a postpartum wellness toolkit, covering essentials like self-care practices, mental health support, and nutrition guidelines is essential to long-lasting well-being in motherhood, and even can affect the way your body experiences menopause.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The five components of the Postpartum University Mama Thrive Method at Postpartum University that support healing.
How the components of whole-body support, nutrition and detoxification, better sleep, nervous system care, and cyclical living, are all interconnected.
Practical steps to take to put these pieces into place.
The benefits of preparing this postpartum wellness toolkit.
Real-life examples of how I put these components into practice in my life with four kids.

Rather than focusing on buying tools to make life easier, this episode emphasizes honoring basic needs and making lifestyle changes for a beautiful life in motherhood.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Understanding my human design in motherhood has been so influential in showing up in a way that feels authentic and life-giving.

In this episode, I'm joined by human design expert and mentor, Erin Claire Jones.

In this episode, we're sharing:

How to discover your human design type and why it matters.
The strengths each type brings to parenting and how they can be optimized.
Practical ways to plan your parenting style around your design type.
Erin and Maranda's personal experiences with authentic parenting through understanding human design.

Use discount code: MARANDA for 10% off your personal Human Design Blueprint that will guide you on your parenting journey.

Grab your FREE Provider's Postpartum Nutrition Toolkit
18 pages of PDF handouts that serve as your comprehensive resource for delivering whole-body nutrition care and achieving better health outcomes for the families you support.
Learn what your symptoms really mean with our Postpartum Health Assessment
Postpartum depression, anxiety, depletion, and autoimmune issues have become a new normal.
Take the most comprehensive postpartum assessment to discover what your symptoms are telling you and even more importantly, what you can do to fix it for good.
Get started on the path to holistic recovery with the Postpartum Nutrition Repletion Plan
Come hang out with us on Instagram!

Feeling inspired and ready to learn more about how you can actively revolutionize postpartum care?

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Self-discovery in motherhood is so important because we undergo so many changes.

But so often, we feel lost in our new responsibilities and completely lose track of who we are.

That’s why being intentional about the strategies I’m sharing here for embracing your new identity becomes even more critical.

In this episode, we're talking about:

The 3-step process of self-discovery in motherhood.
5 questions to ask yourself when you’ve lost sight of what’s important to you.
Practical tips for establishing boundaries and prioritizing self-care.
Why loss of identity occurs, what to expect, and how to be proactive about reflecting on the self-discovery journey before it escalates to feeling like a crisis.

No matter who you are, what you've been through, the physical changes, the emotional shifts, the shifts in your priority, the changes in your identity, the relationship changes, sleep deprivation, time constraints, career adjustments, the responsibility, the learning curve– all of those things are happening to you regardless of how many kids you have, and you have to give yourself time and attention to move through those and navigate and explore what works for you and what doesn't.

So embrace this evolution and use this episode to guide yourself or the clients you serve through this journey with grace and self-compassion.

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How to set up postpartum life systems that prioritize what matters most to you and your day-to-day routines is a critical part of maintaining maternal mental health and less stress in motherhood.

In this episode, we're sharing:

How to prioritize your personal goals and values when planning your routines.
Why the little things matter even more than your bigger goals.
What it looks like to streamline your day-to-day lifestyle and how it ultimately helps you achieve more.

In a society that pushes the hustle culture agenda, evaluating what matters most to you and being able to cultivate a life that feels good is more important now than ever. The tips here will get you started.

Come find us on Instagram and comment on the post for this episode to tell us:
What are you prioritizing this year?

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What an incredible year it’s been for the Postpartum University podcast!

25 amazing guests have shared their insightful wisdom and expert tips with us.

We’ve reached 50K downloads.

We’re in the top 15% of podcasts in all categories!

And we owe it all to this fantastic community of listeners, moms, and professionals like you who are making it their mission to shift the postpartum paradigm.

Today we’re highlighting our top 10 most downloaded episodes from this year featuring a mix of guest conversations and solo episodes.

In this episode, you’ll hear clips from:

Postnatal Depletion Questions You Need to be Asking
Sex and Intimacy After Kids with Jen Melville
Healing the Mother Wound with Maria Yakimchuk
The Missing Link to the Maternal Mental Health Crisis
What Mothers Really Need with Kaitlin McGreyes
The Infant-Mama Gut Connection with Erin Carroll-Manning
Why Many Healing Methods Don’t Work in Postpartum
A New Approach to Preventing Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Making Postpartum Sacred
How Postpartum Rage Will Impact Your Marriage

Grab your notebook and enjoy!

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We just wrapped up our very first Postpartum Hormones Online Summit and it was a huge hit!

We got incredible feedback on the expert lineup interview series and over 1K viewers.

If you weren't able to join us or if you did and want to revisit your favorite golden nuggets of wisdom, you're in luck!

Today's episode is a recap of the best moments from our conversations with industry leaders who have made it their mission to improve the lives of mamas everywhere.

In this episode, we're talking about:

Why the myth of "It's just your hormones" needs debunking ASAP.
How to live in harmony with your hormones and what they're trying to communicate to you when you're experiencing symptoms of imbalance.
What The Mama Thrive Method is and how it relates to hormonal well-being.
Expert tips within each of the Mama Thrive categories for a cyclical holistic lifestyle that feels aligned and balanced.
Industry-leading suggestions for understanding hormones, cyclical living, resetting the nervous system, getting better sleep, detoxing, and MORE!

The conversations here are truly life-changing.
Even in just this small glimpse into these interviews, you'll walk away with practical tips and strategies you can start using right away to experience more hormonal balance.

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Self-care strategies in motherhood often feel cliche. And many mothers are left wondering why they don’t feel better when they take time for themselves.

The reason for this is most people are doing “after-care”, tending to their needs when they’re already burnt out and overwhelmed.

True self-care strategies in motherhood leave you feeling nurtured and replenished regularly.

In this episode, we’re sharing…

What self-care means and how it’s different from after-care.
How to incorporate self-care strategies into your daily life.
Questions to ask yourself to develop the self-care plan that works best for you.

Let's start a conversation about the real challenges of self-care and after-care.

Connect with us on social media and share your thoughts.

Most importantly, remember that you are worthy of care, whether it's the daily moments of self-love or the deeper after-care you need when life gets tough.

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In a world where women are expected to be elated about pregnancy, prenatal depression is something that most women don’t even realize exists.

Today’s guest is on a mission to educate and inform, sharing her own experiences and practical guidance for how to overcome prenatal depression.

Laila is the the host of the Learning To Mom Podcast where she informs first time moms on pregnancy and birth without making them feel overwhelmed. After experiencing prenatal depression herself, she uses her story to educate and inspire women who may be struggling in pregnancy themselves.

In this episode, we’re sharing…

Resources and strategies for moms who are feeling isolated or overwhelmed during pregnancy.
The role of professional support (therapists, counselors, etc.) in the journey through prenatal depression.
Specific factors that contribute to prenatal depression.
What prenatal depression is and how to recognize it.

We’re here to shed light on the topics nobody is talking about in maternal health and today’s conversation is no exception. Give this episode a listen and head on over to Laila’s podcast, Learning to Mom, too. You’ll be glad you did!

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Supporting the postpartum nervous system is a critical part of recovery and long-term healing.

Let's explore the changes the postpartum nervous system undergoes, why they matter, and how they contribute to well-being.

In today's episode, we're sharing:

What's happening with the nervous system after childbirth.
The role the nervous system plays in regulating other functions within the body.
Holistic strategies that can be included in everyday routines (without adding more to your to-do list) that will support a healthy nervous system.

The insight and practical steps I'm sharing here are strategies I actually use in my day-to-day life and have developed over 14 years of motherhood and four kids.
It's my hope that the strategies I'm sharing here are things you can start doing right away to enrich your own postpartum experience and support the mamas in your life.

Previous episodes referenced:Nervous System Support with Lesha Nelson

Breath as Medicine with Cindy T. DeBonis

The Neuroscience Behind Nurturing Mom and Baby with Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum

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When 1 in 3 women in the U.S. are experiencing birth trauma, I knew we had to have this important conversation with Carla Sargent.

Carla Sargent is a home-birthing mother of three, an ex-midwife, an educator, an author, a podcast host, and the founder of her birth trauma support and education business, Healing Birth.

Through her holistic and unique Healing Birth work, Carla has helped hundreds of families find healing after a traumatic birth and prepare for a positive and empowering next birth.

She has also worked with a vast array of birth keepers, helping them to understand the causes and impacts of birth trauma, including its prevention and how to support the healing process.

In this episode, we are sharing:

Why we're else seeing a significant rise in birth trauma and what Carla believes to be the root cause.
How birth trauma differs from a challenging experience and how hormones play a role.
Why birth trauma matters and is relevant to postpartum healing.
The processing steps Carla walks her clients through and how moms can get started healing.

This is an episode you'll want to hear, especially as a new mom or someone who supports them!

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Warmth in postpartum is slowly but surely starting to get the recognition it deserves as a healing practice.

Let’s talk about what it means in the realm of postpartum and why it’s a powerful physical and emotional practice mothers and care providers should be using.

In this episode, we're talking about:

The common misconceptions around using warmth as a postpartum healing practice and the cultural background of this ancient tradition.
The physiological benefits as far as physical recovery after childbirth.
What science tells us about why heat therapy should be a postpartum necessity.
Different types of warmth practices and the ways you can implement them.

Listen in to learn how heat therapy, rooted in ancient traditions and supported by science holds immense promise for enhancing postpartum well-being.

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All of my guests are so special, and today's is no exception.
She also happens to be a long-time dear friend.

Dena Farash has walked alongside me through establishing and growing an online business and I've been honored to witness her do the same.

Dena shares sameness and sanity so that moms can feel cool, calm, and confident without guilt or shame.

She is the founder of The Mindful Mom Revolution, an online space for Mothers to come together to deliberately create community, inspiration, and progress through awareness of their thoughts and inspired actions in their parenting.

Dena is a successful online entrepreneur who has found her unique way of sharing how to thrive in motherhood while still creating personal fulfillment, accomplishment, and connection with others.

Happily married and a mom of three, Dena loves to share with women how they can become the best version of themselves while raising the best version of their kids.

Using tools like meditation, mindfulness, grit, and charm, Dena has established herself as a strong voice in both the motherhood and online business spaces.

In today's episode, we're sharing:

Steps to take toward prioritizing releasing trauma and practicing conscious parenting

Where damaging parenting behaviors come from.

The influence of our thoughts and why awareness of them is the first step toward breaking generational patterns

How to work in the mindfulness practices that will make the biggest difference even in modern life without adding anything else to your to-do list.

Dena is showing up on social media, telling stories, and leading by example.

She showcases the sacredness and mundane moments which has been such a beautiful gift, not only to myself but also to so many others.

I'm sure you'll take away so much wisdom surrounding what motherhood is all about in this powerful conversation.

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I spoke in a previous episode about the reasons for postpartum hair loss due to physiological changes in the body. Definitely give that a listen as a foundation to today's conversation.

In this episode, we'll emphasize once again that hair loss in postpartum is not normal and discuss strategies for prevention and recovery.

In this episode, we're sharing:

Strategies for prevention of and recovery from postpartum hair loss.
Why significant amounts of hair loss should never be considered normal.
Why nutrition and hydration through food need to be the foundation of recovery and prevention rather than supplements.
The role environmental toxins play and how to safely detox during this time period.
3 important key factors in hair loss and how to take them into consideration during pregnancy and postpartum.

This question about how much hair loss is "normal" is one I get often. I truly hope you find this helpful and will continue advocating for yourself and/or your clients in getting to the root cause of hormonal imbalance symptoms like this.

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Dr. Greer Kirshenbaum joins us today for a conversation about the neuroscience of nurture parenting and how it's not just best practice for infant development but also for maternal mental health.

Greer Kirshenbaum PhD is an Author, Neuroscientist, Doula, Infant and Family Sleep Specialist, and Mother. Greer has combined her academic training with her experience as a doula and mother to lead The Nurture Revolution. A movement to nurture our babies’ brains to revolutionize mental health and impact larger systems in our world. Her book is called The Nurture Revolution: Grow Your Baby’s Brain and Transform Their Mental Health Through the Art of Nurtured Parenting.

In today's episode, we're sharing:

How early life experience influences who we become
The biggest myths in modern parenting advice
How modern parenting advice is detrimental to maternal well-being.
Foundational elements of nurturing in practice.
The origins of a parenting style that's far from what is healthy and safe.

Be prepared to be fascinated and inspired by this conversation. We dig deeply into how this style of parenting is undoing generational trauma and revolutionizing what's possible for the mental health of babies and families.

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In this episode, we're sharing:

How to balance science and spirituality in postpartum
The key principles of postpartum conscious care
3 practical ways to weave the sacred into the everyday experiences of postpartum healing.

This conversation will inspire both mothers, at any stage in their postpartum journey, and the professionals who serve them to use a holistic and sacred approach to experiencing comprehensive well-being throughout their lives.

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We're back in today's Postpartum University podcast episode with another unpopular opinion.

And that's the idea that actually no, making postpartum sacred isn't a "woo-woo" thing.

Get ready to bust through common misconceptions about embracing the sacred in postpartum.

This is part 1 of a 2-part series.

In this episode, we're sharing:

Why making postpartum sacred isn't about pursuing esoteric or unattainable ideals. Why it has nothing to do with the birth experience. And why this transformation deserves care and reverence.
How making postpartum sacred is not impossible simply because of the demands of modern life. How even in our technology-driven world, we can still find sacredness in this profound transformative time.
The history of the transformative journey into motherhood and how the postpartum period has been revered, recognized, and celebrated by cultural heritage practices around the world.

We'll wrap things up by diving into an understanding of how patriarchal practices in our society have shifted social norms and what we can do to hold the threads of wisdom, tradition, and reverence.

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This wouldn't be a podcast about postpartum healing and recovery if we weren't including conversations about pelvic physical health.

We'll continue advocating that EVERY WOMAN who gives birth needs pelvic PT!

Today's episode will share exactly WHY that is, and more importantly, how anyone can access it through the revolutionary Tighten Your Tinkler online program. (See below for links!).

In this episode, we're sharing:

How to know that you can benefit from physical therapy and why you need to see a therapist that specializes in postpartum pelvic PT.
Why the guidance typically given by conventional medicine practitioners to do 100 kegels a day is NOT what women need to regain their pelvic health.
The connection between pelvic health and emotional well-being and why every mother should make her pelvic health a priority, regardless of whether or not she's had a "traumatic" birth experience.

Christina Walsh is a Physical Therapist & New Orleans mama of 2. Known together as the “Tinkler Ladies”, Christina and her business partner Jenn Lormand have a combined 36 years of experience supporting women through pelvic floor problems, prolapse, diastasis recti, and more. The Journal of Women’s Health Physical Therapy featured their holistic protocol that helps women mitigate symptoms (think no more pee leaks, back pain, or painful sex) WITHOUT kegels or internal vaginal devices. Today, the Tinkler ladies are on a mission to help women feel empowered and hopeful in their healing journeys.

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I am welcoming you to a thought-provoking episode where we are on a mission today to transform the way we think about the impact of postpartum care on long-term health and really shed light on a critical aspect of healthcare.

It's time to move beyond that acute care and embrace a more comprehensive, supportive, and proactive approach that really has the potential to transform lives.

In this episode, we're:

Addressing the impact of postpartum care on long-term health.
Emphasizing how postpartum care influences the health of families, communities, and society as a whole.
Outlining an 8-step blueprint for exactly how healthcare providers can elevate the "standard of care" when it comes to the postpartum period.

By implementing these steps and embracing this holistic approach to postpartum care we can help create a paradigm shift. It's abundantly clear that comprehensive postpartum care is not a luxury, it's a necessity in our world.

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We've all heard of emotional eating.

You know I like to have conversations nobody else is and today's topic is no exception.

We all have a relationship with the food we eat. And for many, that relationship is somewhat dysfunctional. I'm going to share my own personal journey here with establishing a healthy relationship with food and some suggestions for how to heal the emotional connection to nourishment.

In this episode we're talking about:

Why our relationship with food matters, especially as we lay the foundation for showing up as our best selves in motherhood.
Where the relationship between trauma healing and food has its roots, how it's perpetuated in society, and most importantly how to heal.
Methods for holistic healing that will allow moms to finally let go of their disordered eating habits and embrace nourishment for their minds, bodies, and spirits.

I truly hope that this episode allows you to see that you are NOT alone in the connections you've made in your life between your eating habits and your self-worth. It's a universal experience, especially among women. I want you to take away from this episode that there are truly very practical steps you can put into place within your lifestyle that allow you to have a healthy relationship with the way that you provide nourishment for yourself.

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Let's talk about the thyroid! It's an unassuming butterfly-shaped gland, tucked away in the neck and it might seem small, but its role in our well-being is monumental.

There are some serious and alarming rates of postpartum thyroid disorders and dysfunction.

Up to 23% of new mothers will experience thyroid dysfunction in postpartum, compared to a minimal 3-4% of the rest of the general population!

In this episode, we're:

Pushing back against the conventional medicine belief that thyroid disorders aren't preventable or curable. Further, we'll dive into the physiological origins of thyroid dysfunction as they relate to the hormonal shifts and changes of pregnancy and postpartum.
Connecting cortisol (the stress hormone) to thyroid disorders and examining the role the lack of cultural support plays in the epidemic of thyroid disorders in the US.
Diving into how women and providers can support the postpartum body nutritionally to facilitate the production of hormones that allow the thyroid to function properly.

This conversation offers yet another example of the ways in which we are experiencing a maternal health crisis.

It will encourage you to consider things that need to happen here and how we can look at what's really happening within the body and provide postpartum women with the support and care they deserve.

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The truth is that 100 kegels a day will not physically heal the postpartum body.

When it comes to postpartum recovery, the conventional medical world is seriously lacking in its understanding of the changes a woman's anatomy has gone through and what the body truly needs.

Today's guest, Deb Flashenberg, founder and owner of Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC joins us to discuss the emotional and physical benefits of postnatal yoga.

In today's episode, we're:

Exploring the intense physiological changes the anatomy endures through pregnancy and then very suddenly through and after childbirth and the effects on the muscular structures within the core.
Highlighting the importance of diaphragmatic breathing, understanding exactly how to do it, and emphasizing the holistic benefits of the breath component of a postnatal yoga practice.
Discussing the emotional, mind-body connection of a yoga class and the importance of finding community during the postpartum healing period through shared experience and physical recovery.

If you're in the years postpartum and wondering how to feel connected to your body again, this will get you pointed in the right direction.

For the postpartum professionals, Deb will specifically address what you need to know about how to support moms in rehabilitating their core and what to suggest for physical recovery.

Important links:More information about Deb and the Prenatal Yoga Center

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This episode is a sneak peek into the Gut-Brain Axis training available inside the Pro Membership of Postpartum University.
Why are we having this conversation?
Maternal health care, infant health care, fetal health care are greatly impacted by the gut-brain axis and understanding this critical relationship allows us to provide effective and comprehensive care for mother and newborn, especially when symptoms of imbalance, such as depression and anxiety are present.

In this episode, we'll explore:
The significance of inflammation in the body, specifically within the gut, and how it's a precursor to depression and anxiety.
The role of the metabolism and how it impacts energy levels, insulin sensitivity, and nervous system regulation.
Why the gut is considered in the scientific community to be the second brain and the role toxins play in the dysregulation of the gut-brain axis and the nervous system.

We are really getting into the science and anatomy here that needs to be understood to get to the ROOT CAUSE of mood disorders and so much more!
Though it's just the tip of the iceberg, this information will really prepare you for the conversations and education that need to happen with new moms in supporting what's happening physiologically and psychologically in pregnancy and postpartum.

To get the full training head over to postpartumu.com/membership!

For more information head to:
https://postpartumu.com/the-gut-brain-axis-episode-127/

Let's take a deep dive into what providers don't tell you about the side effects of the birth control pill.

This episode, featuring the brilliant naturopathic doctor and physician Rachel Marinovsky from Kale Blossom, is a revealing conversation about the inadequacy of women's healthcare within the conventional medical system.

In this episode, we share:

The origins of hormonal birth control and the concerning journey through history that brought it into such rampant use in our modern world. Rachel's insights highlight the risks and side effects that women aren't adequately informed about.
Beyond birth control, we illuminate the environmental toxin factors affecting thyroid dysfunction, emphasizing the critical role of the thyroid gland in holistic well-being.
We connect the dots between mental-emotional well-being and physical health, highlighting the impact of nutrition and the role hormonal birth control plays in nutrient deficiencies.
Practical lifestyle changes, like proper hydration, adequate sleep, and regular meals, that can radically improve women's health.
We reflect upon the importance of proper education at an early age for girls developing into adolescence and how we can bring about the changes we wish to see in the world of women's healthcare.

For more information about Dr. Rachel and resources to support your holistic well-being visit: https://postpartumu.com/the-truth-about-birth-control-a-conversation-with-dr-rachel-marinowsky-ep-126/

Let's have a conversation about the unpopular opinion that postpartum depression and anxiety are actually preventable.
I want to let you in on the secret to mental wellness postpartum, The Mama Thrive method.

In this episode:

I'll tackle the disproportionate impact of these maternal mental health conditions on women of color and those in poverty and encourage you to rewrite the narrative for the better.
I share how The Mama Thrive method is a lifestyle designed to nourish the mind, body, and soul. I'll cover why it's a lifestyle that is accessible and available to anyone of any race or socioeconomic status.
I'll divulge my personal tips for self-care, managing extreme situations, and creating routines that take the edge off the overwhelming feelings so familiar to us as mothers.

Join me as we explore the lifestyle of self-care and learn how to prioritize these principles to meet your unique needs as a mother.

For more tips and resources about how to implement this lifestyle head to:
https://postpartumu.com/preventing-postpartum-depression-and-anxiety-ep-125/

Welcome to a conversation that needs to be amplified, will shed light on the realities of postpartum depression, and the implications of a new drug that's hit the market, Zurzuvae.
As a mother of four and a specialist in postpartum care, I've been delving into the research, asking questions, and uncovering truths that can help us navigate the risks associated with the pharmaceutical treatment of PPD.

In this episode:
We examine the broader issue of maternal health, mental wellness, and the unmet need for better care pathways.
We share the facts about Zurzuvae, its potential side effects, and the concerns surrounding its long-term use. (Spoiler alert: you'll want to hear about the animal studies and the possible conflict of interest among the researchers)
We empower you to understand the wider landscape of postpartum care and implore you to take action to fill the urgent need for improved support and resources for new mothers.

For more information and to download the FDA safety info PDF for this new postpartum depression drug visit:
https://postpartumu.com/understanding-the-new-postpartum-depression-drug/

Transform your postpartum practice with evidence-based education, advanced trainings, and a thriving practitioner community.

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Let's talk about that elusive work/life balance and unleashing your full potential of unbridled creativity. In this episode, we're talking with Lindsay Roselle, growth and performance coach, podcast host, and CEO of the Mother Load Company.

In this conversation, we're sharing:
1. Lindsay's story of her high-achieving corporate career, and how she navigated the choice of passion over the security of a 9-to-5 job and her transition from her high-achieving corporate career. She candidly shares the challenges faced by balancing life as a working mother and the tools she used along her journey.
2. How our brains build neural pathways to adapt and survive and how microdosing can unlock these pathways for fresh perspectives. Not only does it offer potential solutions to depression, anxiety, and lack of focus, but it also fosters enhanced creativity, connection, and empathy.
3. A topic that's a hotbed of debate - the safety of microdosing for mothers. Lindsay shares her insights and draws upon evidence from Indigenous cultures regarding the use of plant medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding. We also explore legal considerations and ways to source your microdosing supplements safely.

This thought-provoking episode will leave you with many takeaways, insights, and a new perspective on motherhood and personal growth.

For more juicy tips and resources visit:
https://postpartumu.com/microdosing-shrooms-for-maternal-mental-health-lindsay-roselle-ep-124/

The common advice about infant sleep many parents think is beneficial could actually be doing more harm than good.

Join us as we debunk the myths of sleep training with our guest, Taylor Kulick, a renowned sleep consultant, parenting educator, and occupational therapist. Drawing from her own experiences, Taylor helps us navigate the delicate postpartum period, discussing safe bed sharing and the importance of setting realistic expectations about a baby's sleep patterns.

In this episode, we talk about:

The fascinating history of sleep training, a practice that emerged during the industrial revolution and has remained popular due to societal pressures and lack of support for mothers and babies.

The emotional realm of parenting, as Taylor lends her expertise on navigating feelings of shame that arise when one's parenting approach diverges from the norm.

The consequences of a non-responsive sleep-training approach and how to respond to a baby's cries in a beneficial way while also exploring how both mom and baby can get their sleep needs met.

This is an eye-opening conversation that challenges the preconceived notions many of us hold about baby sleep and the mainstream definition of sleep training with a unique perspective and a tailored approach for each baby's individual needs.

** For more JUICY tips and resources visit:
https://postpartumu.com/redefining-infant-sleep-with-taylor-kulik-ep-123/

Creating a community when you don't have one readily available is an empowering and transformative journey. You are not alone in your desire for support and connection during the postpartum period.

Studies show that being part of a supportive community contributes to increased well-being and self-confidence in postpartum mothers.

We also know that not all support is created equal. The type of support that enhances your quality of life validates your experiences, provides emotional support, and shares resources.

If you don't have that type of support readily available to you, it's essential to get creative in surrounding yourself with that type of community.

In this episode, we're sharing:

How you can get started connecting with like-minded people and building a community around shared interests.

Ways you can coordinate with other moms to share responsibilities and connect emotionally at the same time.

The importance of asking for support and the impact community has on breaking cycles of generational trauma.

I hope more than anything that this episode empowers you to reach out, connect with other mamas, share your experiences, and seek the support that is essential for your well-being.

Share this with your mama friends so they know they aren't alone.

For more juicy tips and resources on this topic head to:
https://postpartumu.com/importance-of-creating-a-community-postpartum-ep-122/

We're seeing cannabis use becoming more and more normalized around the globe for recreational and medicinal purposes.

So, today we dive into a conversation about its use in motherhood.

Is cannabis use safe in the perinatal period?

Let's talk with women's health and perinatal specialist, Laurel Wilson, about this important question as it relates to cannabis use, pregnancy, and lactation.

It's important to note, as she discusses in our conversation, that there are so many scenarios that change the game, many factors to consider, and still so much we don't know about cannabis.

But in this fascinating chat, we cover a lot of ground with the questions we all have surrounding this increasingly popular topic.

In this episode, we talk about:

How cannabis interacts with the endocannabinoid system and why the endocannabinoid system is important to developing fetuses and infants.

What the research is saying about cannabis molecules in human milk.

Ways we can take a harm reduction approach as opposed to a risk reduction approach with cannabis use.

While we come to the conclusion that there is no straightforward answer to these questions about whether or not cannabis is safe during the perinatal period, this episode is packed with scientific findings and the overarching message that there are many paths to take toward optimal health and well-being for moms and babies.

So much of motherhood is overlooked and undervalued and that's especially the case with today's topic of weaning depression.
While this is something many moms experience, there is little scientific research into it which is exactly why we're diving into this important conversation.
If you're a mom experiencing this challenging season or a provider supporting your clients through it, you are not alone.

In today's episode, we're sharing:

What common symptoms women experience with weaning depression and how it differs from postpartum depression.
Why weaning depression occurs including hormonal changes, emotional adjustment from infancy to toddlerhood, and shifts in identity as a mother as your baby grows and changes.
How to seek support and use copy strategies including self-care and local support groups to gain insight, find community, and find validation.

The most important thing I want you to take away from this episode is that weaning depression is a very real experience for many women and if you find yourself going through it or supporting someone going through it, there are resources and support available to you.

For more juicy tips and resources you won't want to miss read more at:
https://postpartumu.com/weaning-depression-episode-120/

In this episode, Cindy T. DeBonis, Postpartum & Breathwork Practitioner and Professional Member of Postpartum University joins us with her incredible knowledge of breathwork and how that impacts so much of our health.

This is a fascinating conversation because we're breathing all the time but we don't think about how much our breath connects with the health of our mind and body.

Cindy T. De Bonis is a Postpartum & Breathwork Practitioner who helps overwhelmed pregnant and postpartum moms get out of their chaotic minds with simple mindfulness tools.

Let's dive into how this incredible tool you always have at your disposal is a critical part of your health and well-being in motherhood.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The two types of breathwork (intentional practice and daily awareness) and how you can incorporate them into your routines.

The importance of understanding the body's states of being: rest and digest vs fight or flight and how your breath determines which state you're in.

Some techniques for diaphragm breathing for mental and physical postpartum recovery.

The most important thing to take away from this conversation is that it's not necessary to dive headfirst into an extensive breathwork practice. Rather, start where you are and focus on your breath a few times a day.
During this conversation, Cindy will give you some practical and amazing tips for exactly how you can get started and the research to support exactly why you'll want to.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to:
https://postpartumu.com/breath-as-medicine-postpartum-university-podcast-ep119/

Imagine unlocking and harnessing the healing power of postpartum, a time often misunderstood and misrepresented in our culture. Did you know that this period in a woman's life is actually a beautiful, aligned opportunity for healing and growth? Join me as I explore the importance of postpartum in various cultures, its connection to the divine, and its potential for transforming generational trauma.

Together, we'll dive into the fascinating science behind postpartum emotions and maternal instincts, discussing concepts like microchimerism and the presence of stem cells that have the ability to transform into whatever our body needs at the time. Learn how trusting our instincts and validating the experiences of those around us can support our healing journey and promote emotional well-being for ourselves and future generations. Don't miss this eye-opening episode that will forever change the way you view postpartum and its incredible potential for healing.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to for more!

For more on microchimerism, visit episode 112 here: https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-autoimmune-diseases-with-dr-david-bilstrom-ep112/

In this episode, we'll explore the wonders of the postpartum body and uncover the science behind its unique capacity to heal deeply. Get ready to be amazed by how your body transforms and recovers during this special time.

Healing the postpartum body is different for every mama and after every birth. To crack the postpartum healing code, it's important to understand some of the changes that occur in the postpartum body.

In this episode, we're sharing:

The specific processes that occur in the body immediately after birth to support physical healing, emotional connection, and lactation.
What's happening with the nervous system and the brain and the importance of stress management to support the healing process.
The approximate biological healing timeline that spans the first 6 years after birth and why factoring in trauma within the birth and postpartum journey is essential to the capacity of the postpartum body to heal.
Why emotional and spiritual well-being is a vital aspect that cannot be overlooked in the postpartum period and how a holistic approach nurtures mothers emotionally and spiritually.

Be sure to share this episode with anyone you know who is having a baby, postpartum, or supports postpartum mothers.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to:
https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-body-healing-ep-117/

The story of today's guest is like so many other mothers. She went from feeling prepared, planning for a home birth, and breastfeeding to feeling completely disempowered and unprepared after her emergency C-section.

Her plans went out the window and she had little support.

This path is so familiar to so many mothers. And today's guest, Toni Harman, a birth documentary filmmaker chose to follow this path of missteps within the field of childbirth to unveil the missing pieces of education as it relates to the importance of the infant microbiome.

In this episode, we're sharing:

How the mother passes beneficial bacteria to her baby during vaginal birth, and how these beneficial bacteria are fed by the special sugars in breast milk (which is why exclusive breastfeeding is so important)
How diet and lifestyle choices during pregnancy and postpartum can impact the mother's gut microbiome, which in turn impacts the baby's microbiome.
How beneficial bacteria are key to the optimal training of the infant immune system, to protect a baby's lifelong health.
What mothers can eat/do after birth, particularly after a C-section to help restore the baby's microbiome.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to:
https://postpartumu.com/microbiome-connection-with-toni-harman-ep-116/

We know the postpartum period brings significant physiological and psychological changes, impacting the brain and the body's overall function.

Let's dive into what the research shows about postpartum structural changes in the brain, specifically as it relates to the rise in women being diagnosed with postpartum ADHD.

In this episode, we're sharing:

What's happening specifically postpartum in the brain.
How we can live with ADHD and support our bodies in radical healing.
What science says about alleviating ADHD symptoms.

More than anything I hope you take away as particularly fascinating from this information is that everything that's happening inside the postpartum brain is biologically normal and specifically designed to support a new mother in caring for her baby.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to:
https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-adhd-ep-115/

We all want the best care and optimal development for our children right from the very beginning. Science is showing us more and more that whole body health starts in the gut.

Whether you’re trying to conceive, newly postpartum, a professional supporting new mothers, or years into your parenting journey, this episode has the potential to affect the well-being of generations decades into the future!

In this conversation, I’m chatting with Erin Carroll-Manning, founder of Gentle Giraffes, Master Newborn Care Specialist, and Postpartum Doula.

In this episode, we’re sharing:

The reasons that what we put into our bodies, especially in pregnancy matter so much, and what happens when we don’t notice and take care of gut health especially when it relates to newborns. (Hint: think about where the umbilical cord connects before the brain even begins to form!)
What women can do even before conception to improve the pregnancy experience (see ya, morning sickness) and newborn health.
Whether or not probiotics for newborns is an essential part of care and natural, holistic ways the gut health can be supported.

No matter where you are in your parenting journey, take heart. It’s never too late to support the whole body health of yourself and your family. We hope this conversation inspires you to do exactly that!

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to: https://postpartumu.com/the-infant-mama-gut-connection-with-erin-carroll-manning-ep-114/

If you aren't concerned, you aren't paying attention...

Alarming maternal mortality and morbidity rates, postpartum depression, and anxiety are commonplace, and autoimmune disease in motherhood is on the rise.

But professionals like you are paying attention and realize that our current way of caring for mothers in the postpartum period is failing immensely and you want to make a difference.

It's time to make a change and we can do it together!

In this episode, we're sharing:

The landscape of care over generations so that you can prepare for the next era (of which we are at the cusp).
The unique challenges that women face during the postpartum period so you can pivot your work and provide the best support needed.
The key steps that must be taken to redefine and reclaim postpartum care and improve postpartum health outcomes for women, children, and families.

If you're ready to dig deeper into how you can make pivots in your business to accommodate the urgent needs of postpartum women, the Postpartum University Pro membership doors are open to you at any time. Learn more at postpartumu.com/membership

Statistically speaking, new mothers within the US are entering postpartum very depleted of key nutrients. Many of those nutrients have been clinically linked to mental health challenges like postpartum depression and anxiety. And they are also linked to autoimmune issues, especially when these deficiencies go on for a long period of time.

This is NOT a mainstream conversation most healthcare providers are having.

So it's an episode you won't want to miss if you work with or are one of the 30% of postpartum women diagnosed with an autoimmune disorder!

In this episode, we're sharing:

A detailed look into the two main factors that contribute to autoimmune disease: hormone imbalance (estrogen dominance) and epigenetics (think X chromosomes).
How understanding epigenetics is important for moms and how it can help their recovery. Basically, it's all about flipping on the healthy genes (hi, meditation and nutrition) and flipping off the unhealthy ones (we see you, sleep deprivation and stress).
The nutrients that are most essential for preventing and reversing the autoimmune process.

As if those points weren't fascinating enough, you'll definitely want to listen in to find out what the heck fetal-maternal microchimerism is and why it's so important in breaking the generational cycles of chronic disease.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-autoimmune-diseases-with-dr-david-bilstrom-ep112/ for more!

I don't know about you, but I've been INUNDATED with all the Mother's Day gift ideas. What to buy. What not to buy. What a mother really wants...

I was initially going to start this podcast with what we really needed. Paid maternity leave, bridging the gender pay gap, better healthcare, and science for women, acknowledgment of the sacred rite of passage of motherhood... cue the head nods and "amens", right?!

But I see a need for something else here...

This trend I've been seeing lately of not celebrating Mother's Day at all because we'll just be left with the pain of grief, loss, and feeling unappreciated and overlooked every other day of the year is really concerning.

Sweeping this pain under the rug and refusing to celebrate Mother's Day isn't the way to shift things for the better.

So in this episode, I'm sharing how you can have the absolute best Mother's Day ever.

When you use the approach I'm suggesting here the way you experience your reality in motherhood and your family relationships will change.

Listen in to learn what I'm giving you permission to celebrate this Mother's Day and the simple steps you can take to feel the bliss and joy you deserve, this time of year, and ALWAYS!

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to
https://postpartumu.com/mothers-day-what-we-really-want-ep-111/ for more!

You know I like to have the conversations no one else will when it comes to birth and postpartum and today’s episode is no exception!

In our last episode together, HeHe Stewart, founder of The Birth Lounge, and I talked about the benefits of having a doula, who wouldn’t benefit from a doula, the role of the partner, and so much more.

Now we’re opening the conversation about doulas in a different way that’s actually somewhat taboo, regarding advocating for your birth and the role a doula can play in supporting your birth plans.

Mamas, you may ask, “Why is that taboo?” But doulas, you know very well why, because it’s often frowned upon by larger certifying agencies.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/advocating-as-a-doula-with-hehe-stewart-ep110/ for more!

You are cordially invited to take a peek at the very special Ask Me Anything event held exclusively for first readers of my new book, Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness.

In today's episode, you can listen in on some of the juiciest questions that were asked by this community.

We're talking about how I manage to "do it all" while raising 4 kids and homesteading, how to achieve better sleep with a newborn (no sleep training required), and so much more!

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep109 for more!

Let's be real. Our society breezes right past the needs of a new mother when it comes to what she should receive at a baby shower. Sure, nipple cream and burb cloths are great.

But it's time to change the outdated ways of inundating new parents with piles of stuff for the baby and give them what they TRULY need.

Kaitlin McGreyes is the founder of BeHerVillage.

She started doula work in 2014 and is passionate about creating access to maternal care for all. Through her gift registry platform, Kaitlin is reimagining birth and postpartum support as baby shower gifts.

If you haven't heard of this new and unconventional way to support expecting mothers, y'all are in for a special treat...

Listen in for these three big takeaways:

BeHerVillage reduces the overwhelm of decision fatigue in new motherhood. Stressing about every choice she makes is the last thing a new mom needs.
Reframing the narrative of what new parents need is at the center of the BeHerVillage mission. (Hint: it's not all the stuff!)
BeHerVillage has an ulterior when it comes to doula care and postpartum support by providing it as a gift and making it more mainstream.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to:
www.postpartumu.com/ep108-what-mothers-really-need-with-kaitlin-mcgreyes

It's time to talk about postpartum after cesarean and acknowledge it as the unique and challenging season that it is.

The hard truth is that many c-sections are not necessary, and the risks for mom and baby are not given the weight they deserve.

Still, whole body healing and recovery is absolutely possible. To experience this, we MUST start talking about what mamas need to truly thrive after a cesarean delivery.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep107 for more!

It is up to us to lead the way towards better care for women, mothers, and families across the country and the world.

In today's episode, I had the honor of sitting down with Mary Yanagawa - a midwife who has served hundreds of families and been an incredible example of the impact we can all have.

With her advocacy work, she has helped push through legendary legislation in Alaska for birth and postpartum care.

One day, this will be the standard everywhere.

But the advocacy work has to start with us.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep106 for more!

Postpartum Depression was not recognized in the Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders until 1994.

Since the 16th century, mental health has had a long and dark history. Women have been at the forefront of experimentation, isolation, and even execution.

This history has created fear, shame, and a societal stigma around mental
health.

What has changed in the last few decades does not erase 1000’s
of years of mistreatment.

Today, I'm sharing with you all a clip from our Perinatal Mental Health Certificate training where we covered the history of mental health as it relates to women and postpartum.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep105 for more!

Doulas have gone mainstream and many are still left questioning - do I really need one?

To deep dive into this question, we've brought in a truly incredible expert. HeHe Stewart is the founder of The Birth Lounge with years of experience as a birth doula and a masters in Human Development and Family Studies.

Together we're discussing the raw truth about which families would not benefit from bringing on a doula, why partners cannot replace this kind of support, and so much more.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep104 for more!

Women and mothers are in crisis. What are providers missing?

Whole-body support is THE missing link, and nutrition is one of the biggest components to better care. Without it, health outcomes will continue to decline.

In today's episode, I'm breaking down the research that supports this and discussing the science behind the gut's role in our mental health, inflammation as a precursor to PPD, and so much more.

Recognizing the massive role that food plays in our healing will bring us all one step closer to helping the women and families we serve truly thrive.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep103 for more!

If you don't do this work... who will?

This episode is for our fellow pioneers. The ones who are bravely showing up every day and using motherhood as an opportunity for generational healing.

Today, we're talking to Maria Yakimchuk - a former therapist, transformational life coach, and EFT practitioner who teaches new moms how to thrive.

The heavy weight and impact of generational trauma and the mother wound need to be addressed.

Therapy is simply not enough.

In this episode, we'll take you through the tools you can start using today as you heal yourself, your children, and the generations to come.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep102 for more!

In the depths of postpartum, intimacy is often one of the first things to go.

Women are tired, touched out, disconnected, and overwhelmed. When we need our partners the most, we often find ourselves pushing them further away.

Today we are sitting down with Jen Melville, a sex and relationship coach that specializes in helping women reclaim their relationships and sexuality postpartum.

We are laying it all out there in this conversation. It is possible to prioritize intimacy and our close relationships after kids.

And not only is it possible, it is also what you and your family deserve.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep101 for more!

The Postpartum University Podcast is ranked among the top 15% most shared podcasts across the world.

Without you, this would not be possible.

And today, we are so grateful to be celebrating our 100th episode. In honor of this incredible milestone, we've put together the best of the best, highlighting some of our favorite moments on the podcast.

Our community and our mission is growing stronger every day. You are doing incredible work by showing up here, and this is only the beginning.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep100 for more!

Episodes featured include:

Telling the Truth and Calling Out the System: EP87
Oxytocin and Mother Nature’s Superb Design with Dr. Sarah Buckley: Ep82
Why We MUST Value Mothers in the Workplace with Latched Mama Melissa Wirt: Ep74
5 Misconceptions of Postpartum Nutrition: Ep60
Building a Successful Herbal Business with Cindy Collins: EP89
The Truth About Postpartum Hair Loss: Ep27
Your Brain in Postpartum with Julia Jones: Ep42
A Call for Better Postpartum Care: Ep71

Postpartum rage is a complex issue that has the ability to trigger stress, guilt, and shame within the mother and family unit at large.

This has become a common experience in postpartum as women are left without the support and care they truly need.

In this episode, I am sharing my personal experience with postpartum rage and what you can do to start healing your marriage, your family, and most importantly, yourself.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep99 for more!

Truth bomb: parenting is about the parent, not the kids.

Becoming a great mother is a lifelong journey, and it actually begins the moment we are placed in our own mother's arms.

Conscious parenting is not just about raising children, it's also about healing our own wounds and recognizing our own triggers.

Today we are sitting down with Bryana Kappadakunnel, the incredible voice behind Conscious Mommy. She is here to help us shift the paradigm around what it truly means to have and raise children.

You will never look at conscious parenting the same way again.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep98 for more!

Science is necessary and so valuable to the maternal health space. It is also extremely limited in ways that can be detrimental to women and mothers.

In order to truly advance, this MUST be acknowledged.

This is so important to me that I created an in-depth training for Postpartum University members. We discuss everything from the financial and male bias to ethical concerns in pregnancy and beyond.

Today, I'm sharing part of that training with you so that we can all have a greater understanding of science, its impact, and how we can work within these limitations.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep97 for more!

Without a doubt, the pelvic floor is one of the most foundational pieces of women's overall health and well-being.

The health and strength of your pelvic floor has an impact on everything from incontinence to digestion to the way you play with your kids.

Giving this the attention and specialty care it deserves will change your life.

Today, we're talking to Pauline Hannan, a physical therapist and expert in the field. She sheds light on the truth about kegels and pelvic floor health that nobody else is talking about, along with so much more.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep96 for more!

There is no doubt that we need more support and more education around postnatal depletion.

The current systems of care continue to fail, and yet we go on treating women as if they are the problem.

Today I'm here to talk about the REAL root causes as well as the questions you need to be asking if you suspect you may be experiencing postnatal depletion.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep95 for more!

Postpartum was never supposed to be an isolated and unsupported experience.

While that is the current reality for so many, there is another way.

Today, we are sitting down with Christine Eck - founder of the Center for Sacred Window Studies and ayurvedic practitioner.

When you shift your beliefs, advocate for yourself, and focus on your own healing...

Postpartum has space to become the conscious and sacred experience it was always meant to be.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep94 for more!

Releasing your life's work to the world is SCARY, ya'll.

I've been in this space a long time, and this still feels massive.

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness is meant to disrupt the postpartum industry that is failing SO many.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death is postpartum.

There are many more stats I could share, but starting here, it is so obvious that we need to do better.

I am so grateful to be a voice for this change and to have this community behind me.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep93 for more!

This is the number one question you need to be asking yourself as you ring in the new year...

What truly nourishes you at the soul level?

Today, we're talking about how to use the energy of the upcoming new year to start finally living the way we desire and deserve.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep92/ for more!

For many of us, practicing “mindfulness” can feel like an abstract luxury. What does it really mean to be a mindful mother?

Today, we have Sarah Gyampoh, an expert and author on the topic. She is breaking down what being mindful really means and why we all need to experience this in our lives.

Mindful mothering is an internal practice of presence and connection. It is only when we regulate ourselves that we are able to do the same for our children and families.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep91/ for more!

If you’ve ever been curious about reiki and energy work...this is an episode you cannot miss.

Today, we are sitting down with Mitra Sessions, a trained Reiki Master who has helped hundreds of doulas, midwives, OBYNs, and beyond improve birth and postpartum outcomes for their clients.

What is reiki? Does science actually support this? How can this relate to the work you do for mothers and families?

We’re answering these questions and more.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep90/ for more!

Many of you will already know and love today’s incredible guest.

We are so grateful for this opportunity to sit down with Cindy Collins, founder of Euphoric Herbals Apothecary, which has now served over 40,000 customers in 59 countries.

Cindy is sharing everything from the career shifts that led to her current success to the realities of imposter syndrome. She also gives us a deep dive into her favorite postpartum herbs and the safest way to incorporate herbal medicine into your life and practice.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep89/ for more!

Women are entering into the postpartum period completely depleted and exhausted.

Today, we are sitting down with the incredible Kira Whitham, an expert in functional medicine and nutrition, to dive into the vital and powerful role that minerals play within our bodies and overall health.

We’re breaking down the fundamentals of mineral deficiency and breaking down its impact on women in the childbearing years.

For many, this is a huge missing piece of the puzzle. Listen in to learn how you can apply this to your own healing journey and help clients do the same.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep88/ for more!

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If you’re in the field, you know this is true: the healthcare system is failing women and mothers.

The research we rely on is overwhelmingly based on studies focused on men. And the research on postpartum women specifically? It barely exists.

Science is severely lacking here, and the devastating maternal health outcomes is what we have to show for it.

Postpartum University is here to share the truth that so many are too afraid to speak on. Will you join us?

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep87/ for more!

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It is a tale as old as time and the bud of countless jokes and memes: the mother-in-law problem.

Today, we're exploring the reasons these relationships can feel so challenging and how to move through them with Dr. Joanne Scott, a licensed clinical psychologist and expert on supporting families through the early stages of parenthood.

Postpartum is an incredibly sensitive and sacred time, and the tension that often builds with in-laws is a huge and necessary part of the conversation.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep86/ for more!

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The road to postpartum body satisfaction begins with tolerance and acceptance.

Today, we have Dr. Anne Welsch, a licensed psychologist who background includes a postdoctoral fellowship at Cambridge Eating Disorders Center.

We are discussing everything from how to know if what you're experiencing is disordered eating all the way through how to reparent yourself and shift the narrative for your children.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep84/ for more!

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Mothers everywhere know that the holidays bring with them an abundance of extra responsibilities and to do lists.

The stress of this season has become a widely accepted struggle, but I'm here today to share how I FINALLY found a better way.

You deserve to enjoy this time with your family. That is why I'm breaking down the process I used to go from burnt out and overwhelmed to managing a busy schedule with ease.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep83/ for more!

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The amount of value, wisdom, and information provided in this interview is truly out of this world.

Today, we have the incredible Dr. Sarah Buckley, a family physician with obstetric training and a PhD candidate at the University of Queensland,, where her research is focused on oxytocin and the autonomic nervous system in labor and birth.

We go deep into the current research on oxytocin as it relates to labor, birth, attachment, motherhood, and well beyond. We also discuss the hormonal gaps that result from interventions, and how we can improve outcomes across the board.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep82/ for more!

We all know the rates of PMADs are unacceptable. The real questions... are they avoidable?

We started this conversation over in our series on TikTok, and today I'm continuing on the podcast.

PMADs are NOT an inevitable part of postpartum.

Every professional and provider should know these steps women can take to dramatically reduce and eliminate their risk and shift the way they experience motherhood.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep81/ for more!

By now, most of us know that the maternal health outcomes in postpartum have become a widespread crisis.

Awareness is so important, but today, we're going to talk about the solutions that are needed to make a real change.

We're speaking to Jodi Graves, a postpartum doula, agency owner, and nutritionist with 23 years of experience in the field.

She shares with us the policy changes that need to become a part of the conversation, and the steps we can take to help families experience a more joyful and supported postpartum.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep80/ for more!

Is it possible to truly show up for your children when you’re not showing up for yourself?

With the pressure that comes from having little ones looking up to us, there also comes an incredible gift: the opportunity to connect back to the self.

Today, we’re talking to Lisa Druxman, the founder of FIT4MOM and expert in the field of pre and post natal fitness.

The business and community she has built serve as a testament to the incredible power of a supported motherhood experience and how crucial it is that mothers continue to lead by example.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep79/ for more!

Postpartum recovery and healing was always meant to look like this.

Malaysia has the lowest rates of postpartum depression in the world. They also have a community, government, and culture that deeply values the mother.

Today, we’re talking to Valerie Lynn, an international speaker, author, and trainer on Multicultural Postnatal Recovery Practices.

She’s sharing the Malaysian practices and traditions that have helped them produce the lowest rates of PMADs in the world and why they should be seen as a gift to mothers and families across the world.

****For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep78/ for more!

Preventing illness and kicking it when it happens are both HUGE priorities in my busy family.

While we’ll never be able to avoid getting sick completely, we can significantly reduce how often it happens and how long it lasts.

Preventative care is a lifestyle that comes with so many benefits.

This information is crucial during this vulnerable back to school season, and that’s why I’m here to share the tools and protocols necessary to help yourself and your family stay healthy and bounce back faster.

*** For more juicy tips, information, and links you absolutely want to check out, go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep77/ for more!

String together the words home and birth around a group of people and you’re likely to receive some intense reactions.

In a perfect world, all mothers would be able to birth where they feel the most comfortable and safe - freely and without judgment.

Skylar Ibarra is a licensed psychotherapist with an emphasis in perinatal trauma and a home birth mama of 2. She joins us today to speak on the trauma that too often controls this narrative, and the mental and emotional challenges that arise when making the choice to birth at home.

She walks us through setting boundaries, determining our needs, navigating societal judgments, and so much more. This is a conversation you do not want to miss.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep76/ for more!

Where to find Skylar Ibarra:

Handouts & Exercises
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In this episode, we are sharing:

Skylar’s early introduction to home birth
Birthing where you feel the most safe
Mental and emotional challenges of home births
Critical societal and family judgements
Ways trauma can control the narrative
Needs vs wants vs preferences
Getting a reluctant partner on board
Using your own values to determine the path forward

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

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Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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We need professionals like you.

Together, as midwives, doulas, nutritionists, doctors, chiropractors, counselors, mothers, and more, we can offer a holistic whole body approach to healing the mind, body, and soul of postpartum women everywhere through proper nourishment.

Not only are we effectively changing the lives of mothers and their families, but we are also fulfilling a vision of better care for future generations.

Today, we are SO excited to announce that the Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program is officially open for enrollment! Our previous cohorts have reached women and professionals in over 15 countries.

If you’re interested in how becoming a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional can transform your life and business, this is the episode you’ve been waiting for.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep75/ for more!
In this episode, I am sharing:

How the PNC put Postpartum University on the map
What you can expect to learn about health and healing in postpartum
The massive lack of information out there
Gaining clarity on how to better serve your future clients
Becoming a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Professional
What to do with your new CPPNP credentials
Common questions, enrollment details, and scholarship opportunities

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

Postpartum Nutrition Certification ENROLLMENT NOW OPEN

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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The average working mother in America is unsupported and overwhelmed.

It is a tragedy that starts in the workplace and extends all the way up to government policies and agendas.

Women change profoundly after each birth and baby. To see this process and transformation as a simple inconvenience continues to be a dire mistake.

Our strengths and experiences as mothers amplify our potential as employees and professionals.

Melissa Wirt is the founder and CEO of Latched Mama, a breastfeeding and postpartum apparel company whose parent-friendly policies are setting a new standard for flexible work.

In our conversation, she doesn’t hold back on the ways our country is failing mothers at the societal and workplace levels. Listen in for the raw truth on going back to work after a baby.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep74/ for more!

Where to find Melissa Wirt:

Latched Mama
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In this episode, we are sharing:

How Melissa started the massive brand and mission she has today
The support and education necessary for successful and extended breastfeeding
Ways we are failing our mothers in society and the workplace
Collective and individual trauma around breastfeeding
Policies that devalue the role of the mother in America
How business owners can benefit from allowing women to show up as their new and full selves
Our strengths and experiences as mothers amplify our potential as employees and professionals

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“Bounce back” culture has failed us terribly.

Although the signs that this isn’t working are everywhere, where do we look when stepping outside of the modern norm?

It is this crossroads where we’re given the opportunity to come home to the traditions and cultural practices that have been lost across generations.

The secret to a better way of experiencing motherhood rests in this wisdom.

The way back, however, requires a deep process of discovery and digging back to our roots. Today, we’re here to share our best advice and what we’ve been working on at Postpartum University to help you get started.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep73/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

Digging back into our own culture for information can be difficult
Conversations with our elders usually include many hardships that shifted the way we had to show up as mother
For traditional practices and wisdom, we have to go back deeper
Why we desperately need to move away from the modern “bounce back” culture
Using tradition to get back to the root of who we are
Where can we go to find this information
Finding community and asking questions

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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The first signs of postpartum depression can often be traced back to pregnancy, and we do NOT talk about it enough.

Pregnancy is joyful, scary, beautiful, and hard work. As is postpartum. As is motherhood.

Whenever hormonal imbalances and a lack of support are present, depression and anxiety will be the natural result.

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Angela Mancini, a Doula, Licensed Therapist, and Perinatal Mood Disorder Specialist.

As a professional who experienced dark days of depression herself, she is here to speak on the stigma as well as the path forward.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep72/ for more!

Where to find Angela Mancini:
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In this episode, we are sharing:

The dark days of postpartum depression and how it can develop in pregnancy
Angela’s journey as a licensed therapist who experienced postpartum mood disorders, as well as the stigma for professionals in this field
Roots of postpartum depression can often be traced back to pregnancy
What are the first symptoms to look for
How to find emotional support before birth and postpartum
When birth is connected to trauma
Rewriting the story

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Recently, I had a popular post deleted in a large maternal mental health group.

The basis for this was because my post on postpartum nutrition felt like it was "anti western medicine".

If you are a provider and you're not supporting your clients with at least sharing the significance of nutrient repletion (and therefore emotional and mental support), your clients are missing out considerably.

This doesn’t in any way mean that a provider is not good enough and not valuable enough for all the work they do without nutrition attached. WE NEED COUNSELORS/TRAINED MENTAL HEALTH PROVIDERS. They are essential to this conversation.

AND.... if we as providers are truly going to prevent, assess, and treat PMADs, we must include nutrition (even if it’s a few handouts and a referral).

This episode is for those who feel the same calling I do. For those who believe we must pave a better way when it comes to whole body postpartum care.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep71/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

Why providers have an obligation to share the significance of nutrition
Adding value while staying within your scope of practice
High rates of deficiency in women after birth and the connection to anxiety and depression
Root cause care is the only way forward
Being stuck in awareness mode instead of making actual progress
Taking better care of our mothers will change the world

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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We are shifting the conversation back towards you, the professional who is showing up to serve every single day.

You are where the biggest impact in postpartum health will take place.

If you burnout, if you quit, if you show up as less than your best self...

You are doing the world an injustice.

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Jodi Cognan about the important ways professionals can show up for their business and start to create a legacy.

The truth is, you deserve more time, more money, and more freedom. And the amazing news is, you will be able to offer higher levels of support to so many more mothers and families in the process.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep70/ for more!

Where to find Jodi Cognan:

Facebook Group
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In this episode, we are sharing:

Many professionals enter the field with a similar story and purpose
Balance caring for the mother with running a business
Why you cannot only trade time for money
The astronomical burnout and divorce rates among professionals
Investing in continuing education
Paying attention to what the community is asking for
You deserve to be paid well for the way you show up

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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This needs to be addressed.

Mothers often don’t make the time or space to care for their health until it is failing them. I couldn’t begin to count the amount of moms who have reached out to me desperate for better answers and a better way.

If you, a client, or someone you love is facing a postpartum health crisis, this episode is here to offer you my own personal roadmap to getting to the other side.

It is possible, and it is worth it.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep69/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

My advice for mom’s desperate for better answers
Why most of the info out there is unsupportive & inaccurate
Shifting the conversation back to YOUR health and YOUR needs
My 5 step recommendations on where to begin
The impact of a silent epidemic
Understanding where you are to get where you want to be
Giving yourself the gift of starting
Free resources, courses, and community at PostpartumU

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

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Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group. Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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It’s clear that balanced and thriving birth and postpartum professionals are lacking in our communities right now. Burnout is more common than ever, and many continue to struggle to make a full time living.

These are your signs that something needs to change. To help mothers and families, it begins with showing up for yourself.

In today’s episode, we’re talking to Kyleigh Banks AKA the Autonomy Mommy about building a sustainable and authentic business that grows with you and your family.

If you’re a professional wanting to learn about going virtual, making what you’re worth, and creating a lasting impact, then this is our gift to you.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep68/ for more!

Where to find Kyleigh Banks AKA the Autonomy Mommy:

The Birthworker Podcast
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In this episode, we are sharing:

Showing up for yourself before showing up for your birth business
The necessity of virtual work in the birth and postpartum world
Burnout is your sign that something NEEDS to change
Using your intuition as a birth worker
How to make a living and stop playing small
Self worth, sustainability, and getting paid
A world wide, lasting impact

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

Download the free collection HERE!

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Herbal knowledge is built into your DNA.

It is an undeniable truth that herbs have been woven throughout women’s history across every culture.

To truly support whole body healing for women in the years after birth, there has to be a blend of eastern and western approaches to care.

My intention with this postpartum herbs training is to empower you to bring back ancient and intuitive root medicine. When professionals can move past conditioning and fear, the value of women’s stories, experiences, and traditional practices have space to be revealed.

From this place, we can all serve in deeper and more profound ways.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep67/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

My 15+ years experience with herbs and herbal remedies
The modern fear around this ancient healing channel
How herbs have been a part of women’s history across every culture
Bringing back one of the largest sought after alternative medicines
Blending eastern and western care to support whole body healing
Connecting functional, therapeutic, and intuitive medicine
Limited number of scientific studies available
The value of women’s stories, anthropological studies, and traditional practices

BRAND NEW - 18 Pages of Free Postpartum Nutrition Handouts

Download the free collection HERE!

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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The world needs more creativity. We need new solutions and new approaches. We need the big thinkers and the big innovators.

And we need creative, joyful mothers.

Today, we’re talking with artist and mentor Fiona Valentine about the threads of creativity and how they weave into motherhood, business, and the core essence of ourselves.

All humans are creative beings. There is space for magic and joy when we learn how to gently nurture and indulge this side of us, without any expectation or judgment.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep66/ for more!

Where to find Fiona Valentine:

Freebie Vault
The Confident Artist Group
fionavalentine.com

In this episode, we are sharing:

Finding a place for creativity in motherhood and nurturing self indulgence
Women as natural creators, regardless of how it is expressed
Looking for the joy in every season
Starting small and keeping it simple
Embracing change and variety as the spice of life
The rhythms of motherhood and our creative brain
Creativity as a natural requirement to mothering
100% of people are creative
Creative healing for ourselves, our children, and our businesses

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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The transformational nature of postpartum is not limited to the experience of the mother. Even though it is especially unique to her, the entire family feels its aftershocks - including dads and partners.

The potential for them to experience similar mood disorders and depression is extremely high. For professionals to ignore or make light of this would be an injustice to the women and families we serve.

Peripartum depression in dads must continue to be addressed, researched, recognized, and supported. We’re here in honor of Father’s Day to break down some of the basics behind this growing reality and discuss how we can join together to provide higher levels of support.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep65/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:
* The experience of dads and partners during postpartum * Defining the difference between peripartum vs postpartum * 1 out of every 10 dads will experience peripartum depression * Over 50% of men who have a partner with depression will also experience it themselves * Unique causes and symptoms for moms vs dads * Cognitive, emotional, and social impact on children * The heavy emotional and physical toll of postpartum * Coming together to provide better support

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?
- Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:
-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Supporting women through the postpartum period is an undeniable act of love and service.

What if there was a way to easily customize this care so that the women you support feel deeply held, valued, supported, and loved?

Today, we’re sharing a beautiful conversation on how this is possible with Jojo Hogan; founder of the Slow Postpartum movement and self-proclaimed “facilitator of oxytocin”.

This information will elevate the way women and families experience the postpartum period and bring us back to the joyful experiences we were always meant to have.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep64/ for more!

Where to find Jojo Hogan:

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slowpostpartum.com

Resources:
The Love Language Quiz

In this episode, we are sharing:

The what and the why behind the original 5 Love Languages
Oxytocin in the postpartum space, not just birth
Finding a deeper level of communication & connection as a provider
Mothers are the experts
A loving exchange of energy between professionals and families
Better care, better business, better postpartum

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-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

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Your trauma gets carried with you, physically and energetically, until the work is done to allow it to move on.

Our childhood experiences, family struggle, and limiting societal beliefs are interwoven pieces that shape our experience in motherhood.

What are you carrying that does not serve your highest good?

Are you ready to let it go?

Today, we’re answering these questions and more with Aubrey Bahr; healer, Reiki master, SRT coach, and a featured expert in our Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness program.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep63/ for more!

Where to find Aubrey Bahr:

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Quantum Healing for the Creative Soul

In this episode, we are sharing:

Experiencing SRT for the first time
Healing happens in layers
How trauma creates energetic programs and blocks
The limiting beliefs we carry into motherhood
Why conscious reasoning & logic does not work
SRT as a channel for release

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Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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I want to have a serious conversation with you.

You’re here because you are radically different. What I preach is not the status quo.

Motherhood has become a trauma, and all over the world we can see the dire consequences.

In this community, we go against the grain. We support women by honoring the holistic and traditional practices of healing alongside the evidence based science.

It’s time to do more. Our families need and deserve better.

Join me for this open and vulnerable conversation on how we pave the way towards a better future, for ourselves, for our children, and for the people we love.

In this episode, I am sharing:

How trauma is being passed on to our children
We are collectively fighting the wrong battles
Demanding better for our families is the only option
Healing starts with you
Bringing back community support
Showing up ready to serve and connect every single day
Rallying for the change our children deserve

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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You can regain control of your health and experience radical healing, even in the face of chronic illness.

This is part of the story Hannah Scott shares with us in today’s episode. She tells us how she was able to heal a chronic nervous system disorder, against massive odds and misdiagnosis.

The postpartum period changes our bodies completely, and this includes our nervous system.

As these illnesses and diagnoses continue to rise, it’s time to learn what you can do about it.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep61/ for more!

Where to find Hannah Scott:

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hannahelizaconsulting.com

Dysautonomia resources:

The Dysautonomia Project
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders for Physicians and Patients

In this episode, we are sharing:

Why dysautonomia is not an actual diagnosis
The symptoms to look out for
Hannah's journey to regaining control of her health
Healing as a process, not a final goal
Sleep and the autonomic nervous system
"Postpartum" as a misdiagnosis
You are your own best advocate
How having a baby changes your nervous system
Nutrition as a foundational healing piece
Dysautonomia resources

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Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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The misconceptions around postpartum nutrition run deep.

The sad reality is that research has failed to consider the unique needs of the postpartum woman. As a result, you are given information that has failed you.

In today’s episode, I’m covering 5 of the top misconceptions around postpartum nutrition, and how you can get on a better path to whole body healing.

Whether you are in the postpartum period yourself or you are serving women who are - you cannot afford to miss this.

As mentioned in the episode, you can find my free collection of Postpartum Nutrition Handouts here: https://postpartumu.com/handouts/

And go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep60/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

Over 50% of women enter the postpartum period depleted of key nutrients
The reason salads, fruits, and supplements will NOT help
How eating in postpartum is radically different than eating in pregnancy
Whole foods are necessary to address deficiencies fully
Looking at the postpartum period well beyond those first 6 weeks
Modern testing is not founded on research that considers the unique nutritional needs of postpartum women
The path to joyful motherhood is available to everyone

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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A mother really can do it all... but should you have to?

Today we’re talking with Melissa Reilly, a clinical psychologist who has dedicated her career to helping moms bond with their baby while living their most fulfilled life.

This episode explores the layered and universal experience of mom guilt, why these emotions are wired into us all, and how we can stop letting them run the show.

You were never supposed to show up fully for everyone else besides yourself. Let’s find a better way.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep59/ for more!

Where to find Melissa Reilly:

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momswithoutamom.com
Caring for Yourself While Caring for Your Baby (Free Guide)

In this episode, we are sharing:

Guilt as an EMOTION & not an indicator of right or wrong
All emotions serve a purpose & have their own triggers
Self-care as a basic human necessity
Embracing the natural feelings of guilt to give them less power
Creating healthy separation & distance happens over time
Mixed and conflicting societal messages about “doing it all”
Asking for help is natural, normal, healthy, and appropriate
Our babies are separate human beings
The difference between wants vs needs
What to do when you’re feeling overwhelmed
Living with mom guilt & putting it in its place

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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There is SO much pressure, both externally and internally, to return back to our pre-baby life and routine. When it comes to any strenuous exercise routine, rushing back to this can have uncomfortable and extreme consequences.

Today we’re talking with Dr. Jackie Kickish, who is both a doctor of Physical Therapy and a Pre & Postpartum Exercise Specialist. After navigating her own postpartum weight loss journey, she now helps other moms become fit and strong while maintaining a balanced, healthy, and joyful lifestyle.

If you’ve had questions such as:

When can I start working out again?
What types of exercise are safe and can help me heal long term?
What are the warning signs that something is off?

Then you need the information shared in this conversation. It will give you guidance on how to navigate postpartum exercise for yourself or for the clients you serve.

Where to find Jackie Kickish:

Instagram
Jackiekickish.com
Free Postpartum Exercise Guide

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep58 for more!

In this episode, we are sharing:

How having twins completely changed Jackie’s views on health & fitness
Balancing caring for our kids while taking care of ourselves
Physically preparing our bodies for postpartum, not just birth
How the standard 6 week check up is failing us
Why our bodies need time to heal
Exercise before your body is ready is not safe
Gentle movement to reconnect the mind and body
The importance of seeking out an expert trained in postpartum

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Our bodies are begging us to do better. Depression, anxiety, rage, and illness require us to address ALL of the body’s interrelated components.

This includes addressing stored trauma (from birth, postpartum, and beyond) as well as the massively dysregulated nervous system that follows.

In today’s episode, I’m going deep into my steps towards a whole body trauma detox. Once we recognize that trauma does NOT just live in the brain, we can begin to work with our bodies towards true healing and release.

Be sure to listen in, and then come join the supportive community over in our Facebook group: The Postpartum Circle.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep57 for more! In this episode, I am sharing:

The whole body and generational impact of trauma
My framework for deep postpartum healing
Personal experience with trauma, depression, anxiety, rage, and illness
Cyclical healing and resetting your nervous system
5 steps to a whole body trauma detox
Healthy vs toxic environments
Processing trauma and toxic loads happen in the liver and the kidneys
You have to address ALL of the body’s interrelated components
Nervous system dysregulation vs self sabotage
Somatic therapy for processing trauma

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- Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

- Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle **Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com**

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The reality of life postpartum tends to hit most of us hard, fast, and in completely unexpected ways.

In today’s episode, the incredible Doula Darcy shares her own difficult and traumatic experience with back to back pregnancies. After making it to the other side, she was led to build a new career around offering women the genuine support that she couldn’t find.

She has even been able to use her own success as a postpartum doula to help other women who have the same calling but find themselves lacking the ability to attract clients.

Whether you are a current or aspiring postpartum professional, or a mama who finds herself facing a season of struggle, you will resonate with this vulnerable and valuable conversation.

Where to find Doula Darcy:

douladarcy.com
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Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep56/ for more!

In this episode, we are sharing:

What led Darcy to serving women as a doula
How pregnancy shifted the entire trajectory of her career
Recovering from a cesarean and postpartum infection
When your expectations for motherhood fall dramatically short
Carrying the heavy burden of postpartum guilt and shame
The depletion of back to back pregnancies
Most birth & postpartum professionals have a history of trauma
What does a postpartum doula do
The healing power of genuine, non-judgmental support
How Darcy helps fellow doulas grow and scale their business

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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To put my own experience with postpartum depression into words, I would say it felt like I was drowning. I did not understand how NO ONE seemed to notice that I was gasping for air.

This episode is for you if you’ve experienced, are currently facing, or work alongside women with postpartum depression and anxiety.

The data shows us that we’ve reached epidemic proportions, and 1 in 3 women are suffering. If this isn’t you, it’s your friend, your sister, your neighbor, your co-worker.

It is NOT supposed to be this way. We can make the shift, and we can heal.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep55/ for more!

Be sure to listen in, and then come join the supportive community over in our Facebook group: The Postpartum Circle.

In this episode, I am sharing:

When nobody “gets it”
Postpartum depression as a silent symptom, NOT a chronic disease
Our whole body needs are not being met
We are all different, but there are common threads
Putting the deep and dark moments into words
Healing requires YOU to make the shift and get to the root cause
This IS an epidemic, and you are NOT alone
Seeking and embracing support

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training
Postpartum Nutrition Certification
If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Motherhood has a special way of bringing us face to face with the darkest pieces of ourselves.

Today, I’m talking with Jessie Kazner about the joy, peace, and healing that can be found when we face these seasons with acceptance and presence over ego and control.

Jessie is a writer, former reporter, actress, and author of Don't Just Sit There, Do Nothing. She shares her unique experience as a child immigrant from the Soviet Union and how deep hardship has defined her journey through parenting and back home to herself.

Where to find Jessie Kazner:

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jessiekanzer.com

For full show notes & more resources go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-university-podcast-ep54

In this episode, we are sharing:

The connection between childhood trauma and motherhood
Using ancient wisdom to overcome postpartum depression
Facing the anxiety of sitting with ourselves
Acceptance of the present moment, including the mess
Our children are our greatest teachers
Postpartum as a divine opportunity to heal
Listening to your intuition and finding your own way
Interested in cultivating more peace and presence in your own life? Check out Jessie’s website to read the first two chapters of her book for free!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training
Postpartum Nutrition Certification
If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Are you struggling with keeping up with your everyday tasks within your home? Are you constantly overwhelmed by the amount of stuff you have within your home and the ever-growing to-do list?

If this sounds like you, stop what you’re doing and listen in to this episode where Krista Lockwood is joining us to talk about decluttering and the overall benefits on your mental health and life in general as a Mama. You don’t have to continue living in this state of overwhelm and frustration brought on by the sheer amount of stuff surrounding you every day. You don’t have to tackle it all on your own either.

Come listen to this episode and start your journey to adapting and adopting a simpler way of living through simplicity and decluttering.

Where to find Krista Lockwood: motherhoodsimplified.com

For full show notes & resources go to https://postpartumu.com/decluttering-your-mental-health-through-your-space-with-krista-lockwood-ep53/

In this episode, we are sharing:

Introducing Krista
How she was thrown into the task of decluttering
When she saw other moms newly within the postpartum phase with her struggling
She knew she could help
How our physical stuff takes up mental space
How decluttering can support you in postpartum
Clutter and its direct link to negative thoughts & sense of failing
How clutter tricks us
Heightened senses in postpartum make clutter harder to deal with
2 simple ways to start decluttering your home
How to deal with the fear of getting rid of things in uncertain times
Mourning your belongings
It’s about the feelings that come along with a simplified home
Want extra support from a professional on your decluttering journey? Reach out to Krista
- Here’s where you can find Krista (link is listed above, her website has tons of resources!)
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Join me as I chat with Allie Duzzett all about birth trauma, and energetic healing. Allie is a teacher, speaker, author, and practitioner, especially in the realm of the healing arts and the science of medical intuition.

Allie shares her knowledge with us and how we can begin the process of releasing these traumas that are stored within our bodies.

Allie is an absolutely amazing asset to our world right now. I am so excited to share this interview with you all, as I have used her personally for my own healing journey and I know so many others could also benefit from it themselves too.

For full show notes go here.

Where to find Allie Duzzett:

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allieduzett.com

allieduzettclasses.com

In this episode, we are sharing:

Allie’s journey to this place of spiritual sight as a Christian
The connection between emotional pain and physical pain
The science behind it
Birth Trauma
How trauma can show up in physical symptoms
Hormones & chemicals within our bodies
Molecules of emotion
How emotions become lodged in your physical body
Strategies to release trauma
Allie’s resources (links are listed above)
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Let’s talk about postpartum nutrition as professionals. This is not a topic that we as professionals are trained on, but we are starting to see a change in this. There are those out there that are standing up and making waves trying to get people to realize the importance of nutrition, especially in the postpartum years.

We as professionals carry a special place in supporting women in postpartum, although there are some that don’t believe it is our job to include and guide our clients in nutrition, I am here to challenge you with that thought. I want you to consider. If not us, who? If not now, when?

Listen in to some of the wonderful guests that I have had on the podcast as they share their experience with going through my Postpartum Nutrition Certification and how it has not only changed their lives and businesses, but also the lives of their clients. If you are ready to start supporting your clients in deep healing through nutrition, be sure to go register now for the 2022 Spring Cohort of the Postpartum Nutrition Certification here.

In this episode, I am sharing:

Why postpartum nutrition as professionals is so important
The changes occurring in science & nutrition
Why I created The Postpartum Nutrition Certification
Stories from a few professionals that have taken The Postpartum Nutrition Certification
Jojo Hogan’s experience
Dominika Buck’s experience
Bethany Gerry’s experience
Sarah Bilger’s experience
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Go to https://postpartumu.com/postpartum-nutrition-for-professionals-ep51/ for more!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Let’s get personal! What better way to celebrate the 50th episode than by answering some questions that we collected from listeners?!

Ready to hear everything from how I navigate researching information, to my beliefs, my relationship that didn’t work out after having my first baby, and so much more?

Come join us over in my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle after you listen.

In this episode, I am sharing:

50th Episode Celebration
Being interviewed on my own show!
Questions from listeners
Navigating the wild world of health…how do I do it?
Where I research
What I look for & how I weed out
Special attention to what pertains to postpartum bodies
Becoming a single Mama after my first baby
Did I get back with my son's dad, or re-marry?
Depression, anxiety, and inability to function after having a baby
How it’s all worked out
How I decided where to start delegating in personal life and business
Where to start looking for support that we all deserve and NEED
Deciding on priorities and delegating areas you are currently showing up that you don’t want to have to as much
Being Christian & ALSO my belief of energy chakras, and moon cycles
What is the optimal spacing between pregnancies?
How do you achieve health in your body between pregnancies and feel when your body is ready to carry another?
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Go to https://postpartumu.com/50th-episode-celebration-getting-personal-ep50/ for more!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Ready to know how to heal your body in postpartum? In this episode, I’m going to share my framework, in a very short amount of time. I’m going to share everything you need to heal your body in the years after having a baby.

Whether you are a mother, provider, or healer supporting women in the years after having a baby, this episode is for you. Listen in to learn about the five-step framework that I use to help heal my clients with depression, anxiety, extreme symptoms, and so much more.

Be sure to listen in, and then come join us over in my Facebook group: The Postpartum Circle.

Go to https://postpartumu.com/how-to-heal-your-body-framework-ep49/ for more!

In this episode, I am sharing:

Sharing my 5 step framework for healing women in postpartum
Functional nutrition
The forgotten aspect of healing our bodies
Physical, emotional, and physiological changes that occur within our bodies
Changes in our gut
Healing of trauma
Creating a healthy environment within our body for healing
Somatic Healing & Nervous System Reset
Nutrient deficiency and inability to process trauma
Sleep & its importance in our lives
Nervous System Reset
Our nervous system & hormones
Our bodies all process trauma differently
Cyclical living and finding your rhythms
Falling in love with our bodies again
Whole Body Support
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Links to episodes in regards to our gut health in postpartum:

Postpartum Nutrition - The Physiological Changes That Shift Your Digestion: Podcast EP5 - Postpartum University

Mind-Body Connection with Logan Spacek, Physical Therapist: Ep40 - Postpartum University

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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Our guest Christa Bevan is joining us and sharing about a technique that is used called TRE Therapy. It is a tension and trauma release exercise that was developed to help release stress and tension, it also helps create stress resilience for moms, and people in general. This is a technique that I use myself, I teach my clients, and one that even my children use.

Christa is an expert companion to other radical mothers. She is dedicated to consciously breaking cycles of generational trauma and is sharing how she works to do that in this episode.

You can find Christa and all of her links here on her website:

christabevan.com

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/trauma-healing-with-christa-bevan-ep48/

In this episode, we are sharing:

TRE Therapy
How Christa got on this path
Talk therapy, & realizing she also needed to deal with trauma held in her physical body
The physical expression of anxiety
How Maranda was introduced to this therapy
This is something that can be incorporated into everyday
Completing the stress activation cycle within your body
What happens when this cycle isn’t getting completed
What TRE is and what it looks like
This therapy method is all self-controlled
We can’t stop stress from happening, but we can change the way we interact with it
This is a normal process within the body
How animals go through the stress cycle
Our body naturally self regulates
Modern conditioning to fight against that regulation
Resistance creates more stress
TRE therapy allows us to release a lot of the tension and stress we tend to bottle up
Why this work is so important as a mother
Disrupting trauma from your lineage
How that sometimes presents itself
This works for those that don’t identify with trauma too, TRE therapy is good for everyday stresses that we experience as well
Different ways you can learn to do this
To work with Christa, go to her website listed above and reach out there!
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

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As high functioning boss moms, it can be extremely frustrating to be struggling with these different postpartum mood disorders, especially when we are typically successful in everything that we do. From running companies, being the boss, having your own job and business, and typically doing all the things, being faced with these mental struggles can be very shocking and discouraging.

I want you to recognize and see that it's okay that you're here. It IS common that you're here, but that doesn’t mean that it is something normal…

It doesn’t have to be your life...it doesn't have to be your normal.

Find relief in the fact that this is something that can be changed, and I am here to help you do just that. You are not alone and I have the resources to help you along this path to healing.

For full show notes & resources go to https://postpartumu.com/burnout-and-anxiety-in-high-functioning-boss-moms-ep47/

In this episode, we are sharing:

The secret club of postpartum
My struggle with being a successful woman and battling postpartum mood disorders
Some statistics for postpartum mental health
The length of postpartum, and why it’s crap
Commonality is never equated with normalcy
Struggles many high functioning successful women deal with
The years postpartum, and HEALING your body
A majority of this is a learned behavior
You CAN change
Living a life that feels amazing within your body
These disorders affect so much more than just the mom
We need a world where women are feeling their best
You have the ability to heal your body, you just need to be given the right tools.
5 recommendations to help high functioning women heal
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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So, what happens when you’re a birth professional struggling with PPD/PPA? The simple fact of the matter is, postpartum depression and anxiety can happen to anyone, regardless of the tools and knowledge you have around to prevent it.

However, being a birth professional, you may experience even more guilt and shame when you are the one struggling. You’re likely thinking something along the lines of “it is my job to help others with this, how can I do that when I’m struggling myself.” Corina Fitch experienced all of that and more firsthand.

She is joining us in this episode to share her experience of PPD/PPA, and how working with me helped her to move forward.

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/when-youre-a-birth-professional-with-ppd-ppa-a-story-with-corina-fitch-ep46/

You can find Corina Fitch here:

Corina’s retreat: https://motherflytribe.myshopify.com/pages/beta-chyrsalis,

Website: www.motherfly.mom

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MotherFly

In this episode, we are sharing:

Introducing Corina
Experiencing severe postpartum depression and anxiety
Hiding it from her community of other providers
Doubt & overwhelm
Hitting a very low place
Hopelessness, then finding me & reaching out
Supporting women in postpartum, and struggling ourselves
Corina’s experience working with me
Nutrition
Shifting perspective
Generational trauma
Where Corina is now after working with me
Corina’s retreat - Chrysalis - & all the details for that (link is below!)
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Let’s address placenta encapsulation and consumption. I get questions regarding this topic VERY frequently. Questions I tend to get in regards to this topic are: “Is this something that's beneficial to us? Does it reduce the signs and risks of postpartum depression and anxiety? Does this have any effect on my breast milk? Is this safe?”…the list goes on and on. So many women report and share how helpful it has been for them, but it is not always an easy decision to make when it’s something you know so little about.

In this episode, I am going to share with you some science behind placenta encapsulation and consumption, and my overall thoughts while addressing the many questions and concerns I get in regards to this topic. If you’re considering consuming your placenta, or just want to learn more about it I highly encourage you to listen to this episode, then come join us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook Group where you can follow up with any questions you may have or if you have consumed your placenta, we would love you to share your thoughts and experience in doing so!

For full show notes go to

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Consuming your placenta
Frequently asked questions
The idea behind why we think mammals consume their placentas
Hemorrhaging and consuming your placenta
Using this as a support system and preventative for postpartum depression and anxiety
Myths about the placenta
Why encapsulate the placenta?
A couple of poor-quality studies done in the 1900s
Women’s reports on positive results
My postpartum experience with placenta encapsulation and consumption
Taking science, or lack thereof, into account
Nutrients
Hormones
Iron deficiency (anemia)
Anemia - links to postpartum depression
Two studies were done in 2016
Sensitivity of our bodies and systems in postpartum
Pilot Study with Placenta Encapsulation
Sometimes the opposite occurs, it is not for everyone
The need for more, and better research
Do your own research from all resources & do what's best for you and your family
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Jessie Ereddia is joining us and sharing the realities of what rage and anger in postpartum means, and what we can do to support ourselves through it.

In this episode, we are going to break down what postpartum rage is, what it isn’t, and some advice from not only two professionals, but two Mom’s who have been there themselves and can help guide you on what to do and where to go next if this is something you find yourself struggling with.

You can find & follow Jessie Ereddia here:

Instagram

Website

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/rage-and-anger-in-postpartum-with-jessie-ereddia-ep44/

In this episode, we are sharing:

Jessie sharing her journey
The vision we have going into motherhood
Anger in postpartum
Intense out of control feelings
The DSM Five - Postpartum Rage is not yet categorized on this
How postpartum rage relates to mental, emotional changes you’re experiencing
How to move out of the shame and guilt around postpartum rage
Find someone you can trust
Start sharing
Explore the anxiety that is beneath that anger
Different thoughts and emotions that create fear and drive rage and aggression
The connection with feeling “unsafe”
How to move out of shame
Reframing your perspective
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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What do I mean by reclaiming postpartum wellness? The simple fact is that the understanding of how significant postpartum is and how directly it affects our overall health and wellness has been lost over so many generations.

We are seeing this ever-growing need to reclaim and take back what is ours. This need to really become more of who we are in this postpartum period so that we can be the best mom, community member, partner, and friend. Our world is in need of women who are at their very best. And we are not at our very best if we are struggling with being a mother if we are struggling with our health.

It’s time to make the shift, and get the support you need and deserve to reclaim your health and create a lifestyle that supports you in every way. Join 100’s of Women as they step into this space here, Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership.

We can’t wait to have you join us!

For full shownotes and other resources go to https://postpartumu.com/reclaiming-postpartum-wellness-ep43/

In this episode, I’m sharing:

This medical and masculine approach currently taken with postpartum
Why all things need to be considered within postpartum
Reclaiming postpartum
Postpartum affecting menopause
Becoming who we are meant to be through postpartum
Why so many struggle in postpartum
There is a far healthier and more vibrant way to raise our children
Importance of putting these tools and knowledge to use
Healing is not linear
Creating a lifestyle
Why we need support systems
Turning inward, how this changes EVERYTHING
The health of a community relies on the health of its mothers
Do an assessment friend………where do you want to be?
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Our brains change drastically during pregnancy, postpartum, and while breastfeeding.

Pregnancy brain..... Mom brain..... Baby brain…..

In this episode, Julia and I discuss the many changes that our brain goes through during these transitions, and challenge you to view it in a different manner. Mom brain has been referred to with disdain and frustration because of the challenges it presents. Let’s shift the narrative, and instead focus on the entire picture of "Mom brain". What it is, why we have it, and how important it can be overall. We invite you to further this conversation with us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group. We'll see you there.

You can find & follow Julia Jones here:

Website

Facebook

Newborn Mothers Podcast

For full show notes go to...https://postpartumu.com/your-brain-in-postpartum-with-julia-jones-ep42/

In this episode, we are sharing:

Introducing Julia
The biological brain changes that occur during these transitions
Physical shrinkage of the brain
Positive aspects of these changes
Research in this area
Changes within our brains with a multitude of children vs. one?
Are the changes permanent?
Living in a patriarchal world
Empathy and Compassion
Heightening of Senses
Julia’s book “Newborn Mothers” (this can be found on her website shared above)
Our brain changes & postpartum depression/anxiety
The drastic changes in society in the last 100 years
The opportunity to change your brain
Intuition vs. instinct
Biological Changes and Environmental Changes
How to encourage some of these changes when fostering or adopting a child
Links to find Julia Jones are listed above!
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me: postpartumu.com

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Struggling in postpartum? You’re not alone, Mama. I have created an assessment tool for postpartum recovery, that will give you the information you need now.

Here's the kicker, after taking this assessment and getting your results, you can print it out and take it to your provider, and this opens up a whole other avenue here for your health and well-being. This is where you get to advocate for your own health.

So, now is the time friend. Go take the Postpartum Assessment Quiz here, and then be sure to join us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group and let us know your thoughts and results! We'll see you there.

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/your-assessment-tool-for-postpartum-recovery-ep41/

In this episode, we are sharing:

The creation of my newest tool for Postpartum Mamas
A constant influx of health concerns and symptoms from Mamas that desperately need and deserve more help
All of these symptoms come down to 4 very basic core issues
Advocating for yourself & communicating with your partners and providers
This assessment takes the pressure off you and allows you to communicate what's happening within your body to your provider
This can also be used as a tool to continuously track your improvement
Supporting you in healing your body
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me:

postpartumu.com

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Are you ready to learn about the mind-body connection and how that interrelates to mental health, pelvic floor health, and even more in postpartum? We are moving beyond postpartum maternal mental health awareness and more into prevention.

This prevention lies far outside the Western medical scope of practice. So many of these issues that arise in postpartum can be prevented with a more holistic, whole body, preventative type of care. I invite you to carry this conversation over with us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group. We'll see you there.

For full show notes, go to https://postpartumu.com/mind-body-connection-with-logan-spacek-physical-therapist-ep40/

You can find & follow Logan Spacek here:Website - Instagram - Facebook

In this episode, we are sharing:

Logan's journey into motherhood
How our own motherhood experience can shape the care and support we bring to our clients
Her experience with postpartum
Using your experiences to make a change
Sharing her journey gave other Moms the safe space to share their struggles
How to avoid projecting our traumas
Our breathing and the effects it has on our body
Improper breath patterns
Breathing patterns & the pelvic floor
The different diaphragms within your body
Tension and Trauma within the body and muscles
Everything is interconnected
Postpartum depression & anxiety
How holistic, proactive care can be used to prevent postpartum issues
Women are prepared for pregnancy and birth, but not postpartum
Mental Health in postpartum
Making a holistic, actionable plan for prevention
Our bodies operate as a whole, not in pieces
Links to find Logan Spacek are listed above!
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

Courses, tools, & resources for healing in Mamas & Providers:

-Postpartum Repletion(Nutrition) Plan

BRAND NEW - 12 weeks to whole-body transformation

-Reclaiming Postpartum Wellness Course + Membership

Are your symptoms being caused by postpartum depletion, or something else?

-Take The Postpartum Assessment HERE!

Postpartum University® Training for Professionals:

-Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training

-Postpartum Nutrition Certification(JOIN THE WAITLIST)

- If you are in need of support, or have questions you can send an email to admin@postpartumu.com OR you can reach out in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

Where to find me:https://postpartumu.com/

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So many of our businesses are created from a place of trauma. Oftentimes, we create our business around an experience we went through in an attempt to help prevent others from having the same experiences that we did. However, we have to come to an understanding and realization that it does yourself, and those you’re serving no good when you are serving from a place of personal wounding, where your own cup is empty.

In this episode we have Lesha Nelson joining us. She has spent over a decade studying trauma, meditation, stress responses in the body, psychosomatics, attachment, the womb, birth work, really so many different things.

In this interview, today, she's going to share with us how our own drive is often built upon trauma, and how we can shift that naturally. We talk about co-regulation, and how our nervous systems work better as a community. We discuss psychosomatics and bringing wholeness into our bodies and that of our clients.

Enjoy this amazing conversation. I can't wait to hear your thoughts and how this resonates with you in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

You can find Lesha Nelson here:

Website

Instagram

Facebook

In this episode, we are sharing:

Introducing Lesha
A deep desire to overgive, because if I don’t….who will?
Serving from the place of personal wounding
Our unique stories tend to guide us
Core wounding of scarcity
Realizing, there is enough.
The connection of enoughness & worthiness
Creating a business on trauma, and then running it in a traumatic way
The interconnection between our businesses and lives
Our nervous system constantly being in overdrive
Co-regulation
Our nervous systems work better in community
We need to hold space for our clients so their nervous systems can regulate
How your senses are connected to regulating your nervous system
Using different practices to bring your body into regulation
Learning to pause
Trauma can cause our brains to be wired differently & make cues more difficult to read
Psychosomatics
We cannot separate mind-body connection
You can find Lesha at the links shared above.
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

Are you connecting yourself to your truest desires or just the avoidance of your fears? This is a phenomenal question for both providers, Mamas. Regardless of what phase you’re in.

Monique Cowan is joining us in this episode, and she is a birth and postpartum doula and lactation educator. Monique's mission is to help mothers understand and connect them with their own innate and inalienable power. To truly support her clients holistically, so that birth and postpartum are full of love and joy and power. And to make that the norm, not the exception.

As you're listening in to this, I really want you to take into consideration how you are connecting yourself, or your clients to their truest desires?

Enjoy this interview! We would love for you to go leave us a review, then head over to join us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

You can find Monique Cowan here:

Instagram

In this episode, we are sharing:

Meet Monique Cowan
Getting started as a doula
Holding space for clients and connecting them to their true desires
We all know what it is that we don’t want, learning how to switch our mindset from that, to focus on what it is that we do want and how to create it.
Getting very intentional about what you want, in all areas
Getting to a place of joy and delight
Stress hormones and their effects
Fear & how it impacts labor and birth
Finding a way to bring those fears to a minimum
Mindset is everything
The stress cycle that can happen from labor into postpartum that we want to avoid
How we can help improve health outcomes, regardless of how we serve our clients
Learning both the medical model and holistic model of care
Learning to truly listen to our clients
Offering solutions, that work for the person you’re helping
Becoming the guinea pig when necessary
Our experiences tend to shape our work
Shaping experiences of childbirth through being given options and being supported throughout them, especially when things didn’t go as anticipated.
How to find healing in postpartum from a traumatic labor or birth experience
Getting our Mama’s nourished and nurtured
We can treat things like they’re going to be good and normal
You can follow Monique on Instagram (linked above)
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/living-in-desire-vs-fear-with-monique-cowan-whole-body-doula-ep38/

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

The first step to nourishing our mind and soul is through food. In this interview with Alyssa Callahan, we are going to talk about re-learning to listen to our body and trust our intuition in order to really move forward and nourish our bodies. We also discuss food trauma and disordered eating in postpartum. Big, heavy topics that can feel hard to address.

These things are incredibly popular and common, and it is so important to learn how to continue breaking the barriers to discover intuition and how to use that with food and beyond.

Be sure to listen and leave a review, then head over to join us in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group.

You can find Alyssa Callahan here:

Website

Instagram

In this episode, we are sharing:

Meet Alyssa Callahan
Food Trauma and Disordered Eating in Postpartum
Nourishment is the foundation of healing
Maslow’s hierarchy of needs & how it pertains to postpartum
Everything suffers when your basic needs aren’t being met
Statistics & negative thoughts and patterns with eating disorders
You do not have to have a “diagnosed” disorder to be experiencing an eating disorder
The struggle with food and body image
You deserve support
Practical eating. What it is, and why it’s so important
Intuitive eating
The message of it tends to get really lost in translation on social media
Fed is best, with mothers too.
Nourishing your body
Society and Mainstream media’s ideals and the issues that are causing
Is it your nervous system, or your intuition?
Learning how to tell the difference
If you have experienced trauma, please, seek support. You deserve it
Grounding techniques
Mindful Meditation
Are you in trauma response brain?
Gut-Brain Connection
Comfort and connection that comes along with food
Food is emotional
How are you feeling? Using this question and how it can change things for you.
Women need to be supported where they are at.
We are all on our own journey, within our own bodies, and deserve support.
Find Alyssa at the links above!!
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to https://postpartumu.com/food-intuition-and-disordered-societal-eating-with-alyssa-callahan-registered-dietitian-ep37/

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

Tami Kent joins us to discuss the deep disconnect that occurs within the motherhood space. There has been this forgotten work of energy and healing, and it is time we learn how to invite that back into our life.

Get ready to learn how to embrace your feminine power and invite it back into your body.

You can find Tami Kent here:Website: http://www.wildfeminine.com/

Her books can be found on this website, where there are links to purchase:https://www.wildfeminine.com/wild-feminine-book/
Wild Feminine
Mothering from Your Center
Wild Creative

In this episode, we are sharing:

Introducing Tami Kent & the potential of the female body that she works hard to represent
Disconnect within the motherhood space
Where Tami found this passion in the motherhood space
The importance of pelvic care in postpartum
My experience with Tami’s book ‘Wild Feminine’
What the patriarchy really is
The importance of the pelvic bowl, and so much missing information for women
The denigration of feminine power and the effects we are dealing with because of it
The effects on everyone from this patriarchy
‘Mothering From Your Center’ by Tami Kent & what the book is all about
Tools for healing the mother wound
The attempt to be a tribe for our children, all by ourselves
Learning to care for yourself as the mother
By addressing your needs, you are also simultaneously addressing the needs of your family
Disconnect, dysregulation, and depletion that we live in when we don’t operate from that core space
Living in a depleted model
How to reframe reciprocity with our children, and learning to mother ourselves as the mother
The ebb and flow of the energetics of mothering
Energy meditations
Our bodies are meant to heal
The lost art of feminine wisdom
The sacredness of the female body is not something to be strived for, it IS sacred, no matter what.
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to >> https://postpartumu.com/the-energetics-of-healing-with-tami-kent-author-of-wild-feminine-and-mothering-from-your-center-ep36/

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

Food is very emotional, in fact, it is one of our very first emotional attachments as infants. Food is also something that is a huge part of community and connection to others, especially around the holidays.

If you want to learn how to use food as a tool to support you both emotionally and physically, even during the Holidays when you’re surrounded by goodies, then be sure to listen to this episode. I’m going to share all about the emotional connection that each of us has to food and how you can use it to support you through not only the holidays but every day.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

How to eat well during the Holidays
Food is emotional
We learn from infancy, that food is good
The Mind Gut Connection by Dr. Emeran Mayer MD
Your response to food is normal
Food is more than just emotional, it’s also a bonding tool
There is almost never enough community during postpartum
The benefits of the Mediterranean diet
Our state of mind while eating food
Avoiding anything & everything that will cause you inflammation
Going out to eat
Planning meals with friends & family
MY food is MY responsibility
Your stomach has more nerve cells than your brain
We aren’t just eating to replenish and sustain, we eat for comfort
Guilt & Shame around indulging
Operating from a trauma state
Asking your soul not your body what you are needing from this particular food
Assessing your needs & fulfilling them before indulging
Avoid the guilt and shame for “not eating the right foods”
Have a wonderful Holiday season!
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to >> https://marandabower.com/eating-for-comfort-hello-holidays-ep35/

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

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In the path to motherhood, so much of who we are is challenged and changed when we are, quite literally, cracked wide open and left raw. Whether you are a provider or a new mother, this episode will challenge you and help you look deeper into the psycho-spiritual changes and the identity shifts that occur in postpartum. It will help show you how to better expand and embody care for not only ourselves as mothers, but also the mothers we are caring for as providers and our friends and families as they step into parenthood.

I challenge you to take the information from this episode and ask yourself this question, how are you honoring the identity shifts that occur in motherhood and beyond for your clients? I can't wait for you to listen in on this. Let's connect afterward in The Postpartum Circle Facebook group, let us know your thoughts! We'll see you there.

You can find Zoe - Embodiment Doula here:

The Memphis Doula - Zoe Etkin

Instagram

Embodied Doula Training:

Website

Instagram

In this episode, we are sharing:

Psycho-spiritual
The profound transition that occurs going into postpartum
Grief & The Shadow side that is rarely talked about
Helping mothers navigate this transformation
Identity shifts in postpartum
The energetic outpour that occurs after childbirth
Childbirth cracks you wide open
The struggle to see past the “immediate postpartum” & initial fog
The lifting of the fog
Being in a period of immense change, and riding it out
There is a shattering of who you are when you become a mother
The most essential type of self-care in postpartum
Allowing new mothers to explore their identities and feel rested and nurtured
Come join us in the Facebook group The Postpartum Circle!

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/motherhood-and-identity-with-zoe-etkin-co-founder-of-embodied-doula-trainings-ep34/

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/
-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/
-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
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Where to find me:

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When you're alone and feeling isolated, especially in postpartum and motherhood, you are more susceptible to falling prey to bigger narratives that influence how you think about yourself as a new parent. Being alone with your negative thoughts is not beneficial to anyone, and it's simply not the way things were meant to be. Kerry Ingram is the founder of community-supported postpartum and is joining us to discuss the importance of community in postpartum and as parents.

She is going to share how she got started in her business and transitioned to this specialty. Kerry has great insight on why you need a community during postpartum and how you can be creative in this post COVID world to keep your community alive.

Find Kerry & her offers HERE

Come listen in and see how having a community of support can make a difference in your life.

For full show notes click HERE

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/
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Getting your period back in postpartum is yet another area that has a huge lack of readily available information, and simply isn’t being talked about enough.

Just because these menstrual symptoms are very common, does NOT mean they are normal. It’s time to get down to the root cause of these symptoms and get it fixed.

I’m going to share with you what is considered normal in your cycle, some things that are more abnormal, and what can be done to help get your cycle back on the right track.

If you are struggling with any issues related to this, come join The Postpartum Circle Facebook group and ask questions there. We would love to help you heal!

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Getting your period back
What is normal after baby
Breastfeeding can change when you get your period back
Cycle length
Each person is going to be different
Symptoms that most everyone has
Normal and common are different things
Reasons your period is not normal after baby is born
Listen to your body
Thyroid disorders
Sheehan syndrome
Asherman’s syndrome
How to bring back a normal period
Nutrition
Sleep
Reduce stress
Acupuncture
Chiropractic care
Vaginal steaming
Learn to embrace your period instead of letting it hold you back
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

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-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/getting-your-period-back-after-baby-ep32/

Where to find me:

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Email: hello@marandabower.com
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Herbs and natural remedies were the only form of medicine for 1000’s of years. They are incredibly amazing, and many are very powerful. The use of herbs and natural medicine is on the rise again, and you may have wondered to yourself if you could heal your postpartum issues with these more natural options. I’m going to address this question and give you the list of my favorite herbs to help support your postpartum journey.

Please note, it is important to speak with your physician on any herbs you want to use because some herbs and natural remedies are so powerful they can interrupt pharmaceutical medications and those with underlying conditions. Of course, be sure to do your own research as well.

Check out my herbalist here >> www.MarandaBower.com/Herbs

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/healing-with-herbs-postpartum-ep31/

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

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-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

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The formula currently available for those that are unable to, or choose not to breastfeed is not up to the standard that it should be. It has become something pushed more and more, instead of giving mothers the support they desperately need to have a successful nursing journey with their new baby.

Fionnuala is sharing her story of how she got started in researching the differences in formula and breastmilk, and why she is so passionate about it. She believes that education is where things need to start. Education from the government, the health care workers, and the formula companies.

The lack of support we are seeing for mothers is unfathomable. Come join this conversation to gain some insight into these different topics, and see what Fionnuala believes needs to change in order for mothers to have better options.

In this episode, we share:

Introducing Fionnula Doherty
Breast milk vs formula
Fionnuala’s start into this work
The milk that is closest to human milk
Proteins within milk
A baby’s gut isn’t fully developed until 6 months
Human milk changes at each stage
Lack of breastfeeding support
Formula is much easier to get which is wreaking havoc on our children and their health
Lack of information
Long term effects of being formula-fed
Pushing other processed things over breastfeeding
Formula can’t mimic breast milk
Start advocating for better care & more support
Fortifying formula
Breast is best
What are the other options?
Education
Lack of support, and not being given evidence-based information

For full shownotes go to

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You’ve likely heard me talk about how raw vegetables and salads are not an ideal food for you in postpartum, and if you’re a vegan or vegetarian you may be wondering how on earth you’re supposed to get what you need in postpartum if those foods aren’t suitable for your body during that time. I’m going to break all of this down for you in this episode. To continue a vegan or vegetarian diet, especially in postpartum, you will need extra support to fully heal. Through supplements, and possibly some modifications to your diet.

Disclaimer, I will not be pushing either diet on you or go into the differences between the two. I am here to explain the most up-to-date scientific data about these diets and my recommendations.

Join us in the Facebook group >>HERE<< and let us know what you thought about this episode.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Vegan and Vegetarian in postpartum
Nutrition is a foundational piece to health
Gut health issues and nutrient depletion
Eating to heal your body
Animal meat helps weak bodies return to health and wellness faster
Nutrient-dense bioavailable foods
Enzymes and gastric acids
Don't add enzyme supplements
Most nutrients are difficult to get from these diets
All of our vitamins and minerals and nutrients work together
If you're deficient in one, it's likely you're deficient in multiple
About 40% of vegan women are found deficient in iron
Whole Foods are what helps with digesting key nutrients
Vegan and vegetarianism is not sustainable without supplementation
Eggs, bone broth, and herbal tea can make a massive difference in how one feels and support their healing
Get your nutrient levels tested at least every six months
Slowly reintroduce animal products
If you’ve got questions, come join my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/vegan-and-vegetarian-postpartum-what-you-need-to-know-ep29/

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

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-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

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Where to find me:

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Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
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Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/guilt-and-overwhelm-a-counselors-healing-journey-with-rose-elbert-ep28/

Overwhelm and mental health issues don’t have to be a part of your postpartum, but it can be so hard to find the help and information you need in postpartum to make that a reality. I am working daily to change this narrative. Here’s the story of how I helped Rose Elbert on her path to healing in postpartum.

Come listen to her inspiring story & see how working with me has changed her life.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Introduction of Rose Elbert
Rose’s story and what led her to seek help
Feeling overwhelmed every day
Having no support system
Moving to a more populated area
After the first child Rose had anxiety
Feeling as if she didn’t have a purpose
Unable to find postpartum care
Seeing a colleague’s post on working with me
Finding and having space for herself
Learning to set boundaries
Lifestyle changes
Claim space and time for yourself
Improvement with marriage and relationship with kids
No more guilt
There is always going to be something happening in your life so don’t wait to take care of yourself
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

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Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/the-truth-about-postpartum-hair-loss-ep27/

Postpartum hair loss has been deemed as a “normal” thing to expect after having a baby. Typically chalked up to hormonal changes, but the question remains, is hair loss during postpartum normal?

With so many women experiencing hair loss during postpartum, which leads to so many other questions. We need to know why this is happening, and if there is anything we can be doing to prevent it.

Listen in to learn how to simply heal, and stop the hair loss in postpartum.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Postpartum hair loss
Is it normal or not?
How to stop it
Postpartum hair loss is called postpartum alopecia
Hair loss it's your body way of letting you know that something is happening within that needs to be addressed
Why does this happen?
Estrogen changes and the effects on your body
The body isn't a bunch of little pieces, it's a fluid evolving organism with many parts that work together as a whole
Hair loss outside of postpartum is considered a big deal
Automatic adjustment period
Childbirth creates an intense change within the body
Lack of nutrients
Listening to your body and its needs
How to stop your hair loss
Addressing your nutrition
Herbal teas & benefits of drinking them
Addressing your stress levels
Ask for help
Practice self-care
Importance of sleep
You have so much control over your experience to heal
Root cause care

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full shownotes go to: https://marandabower.com/motherhood-myths-and-mom-guilt-with-sarah-bilger-ep26/
Sarah Bilger shares with us about her journey to healing postpartum and why she became so passionate about it. Sarah spent much of her postpartum googling how to heal herself and feel better. She had been on a nutritional journey, starting before getting pregnant and having her first child but just felt like something was lacking in the postpartum space.

Come listen to her inspiring story & see how doing this work changed her life and will also help change the lives of so many others too.

Find Sarah’s podcast

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Find Sarah’s website

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Find Sarah on Instagram

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Find Sarah on Facebook

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In this episode, we share:

Introduction of Sarah
Nutrition Journey
Healing before and during pregnancy
A huge lack of AND conflicting information on postpartum
No focus on the healing and improving health
Learning to eat warm and nutritious foods
Becoming certified through Maranda’s program as a Postpartum Nutrition Coach
Sarah’s podcast
Sarah’s top myths
No one talks about how to heal mom
All attention on the baby in postpartum
Postpartum - The silent endeavor
Use food to nourish your mind, body, and soul
Mom Guilt
Being a martyr, why it serves no-one
Making yourself a priority in postpartum

Come join us at The Postpartum Circle group on Facebook!

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/gallbladder-dysfunction-in-postpartum-ep25/

Did you know the gallbladder is a top reason for hospitalization in the first years after having a baby?

With so many women experiencing gallbladder issues, which then leads to many other issues during the postpartum years, we want AND need to know why this is happening.

I’m going to share some of the top reasons that you can be seeing gallbladder issues and offer some different things you can do to help heal it. If you have had your gallbladder removed, I also offer some tips in this episode on how you can continue to have good function of your liver and other organs that take on the load to ensure proper function once the gallbladder is gone.

If you are a Mama experiencing gallbladder issues, please listen to this episode and take this information to heart. Of course, if you have questions, be sure to join my Facebook group, The Postpartum Circle, and reach out! I’d be honored to assist you in your journey to healing in postpartum!

In this episode, I’m sharing:

Gallbladder complications and dysfunction
The gallbladder is a top reason for hospitalization in the first years after giving birth
The function of the gallbladder
Why is bile essential?
The Gallbladder, A storage unit
Cholestasis
Gallstones
The lack of understanding & research on the root of gallbladder disfunction
Your gut microbiome & the effects it has on proper gut function
Inflammation
Gluten & Dairy
Stress
Liver issues
The Liver & Gallbladder: How they work together
Pregnancy, oral contraceptives, and antibiotics
The root cause of gallbladder dysfunction
While removing the gallbladder sometimes has to happen due to the extent of disease. It is NOT the only option and can usually be healed!
Ways to make the gallbladder function better
Castor oil packs
Bitters
If you have MTHFR gene mutation, your liver function is absolutely critical
Phosphatidylcholine
Importance of bowel movements in cleansing your body and organs
How to balance your gut microbiota
How to help dissolve gallstones
Ox bile
Focus on your health and wellbeing through managing your stress levels, the food you eat and making sure that you're getting enough sleep!
Come join us at The Postpartum Circle group on Facebook!
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Sign up for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go here: https://marandabower.com/healing-myself-to-heal-others-with-lauren-tucker-ep24/

Join me as I talk with Lauren Tucker about her journey to healing in postpartum. Lauren spent much of her postpartum feeling very tired and unable to do daily tasks and dealing with symptoms that took quite some time to recognize as anxiety. She knew she couldn’t continue functioning at this bare minimum and began the search to find someone that supported women in postpartum and found Maranda.

Her life has taken a complete 180 and she is going to share her progress with us in this episode. Through working one on one with Lauren, healing herself, and caring for her newborn son, she has also become certified as a postpartum nutrition coach through my course after finding the passion to help other women heal in postpartum as she has.

**Come listen to her inspiring story & see how working with me has changed her life.

You can find Lauren here:** https://www.instagram.com/peaceinpostpartum/

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Introduction of Lauren Tucker
Lauren’s story and what led her to seek help
Over independence and lacking a support system
Symptoms of dizziness & being brushed off as normal postpartum
Discovering the symptoms were anxiety & depression
Finding ease, peace, and calm with Maranda
Being held and guided through a non-judgemental space
Importance of sacred space being held for healing
The benefits that have been reaped since working with Maranda
Enjoying life again
Energy to do the things that had once become impossible
Being a present Mother and Wife
A newly lit passion for supporting women in postpartum
Becoming certified through Maranda’s program as a Postpartum Nutrition Coach

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/postpartum-and-homebirth-with-sarah-and-matthew-bivens-ep23/

Sarah and Matthew are taking us through their journey of the birth of their daughter and the preparations they made ahead of time for her arrival.

They have such great information on the preparations they made and tips on how you can prepare for your baby as well. Matthew is a big believer in having a support system, regardless of how you find it, so you have people to reach out to when you need it the most.

Come listen in and be sure to share it with all your friends and family.

Find DIAH Website >>here<<

Find DIAH on Instagram >>here<<

Find DIAH on Facebook >>here<<

In this episode, we share with you:

Introduction of Sarah and Matthew
Quick summary of Sarah’s birth
Time you spent preparing for a home birth experience
Time spent on postpartum
Far more time was spent preparing for birth and very little on postpartum
How both being life coaches prepared and affected this journey
Matthew felt very confident that he would know how to do everything after baby was born and that he would do things instinctively
Using google in postpartum instead of having a support group
Sarah’s experience in postpartum
The physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual healing
How healing shaped Sarah into the mother she is now
The blur of the first few weeks
The Baby Blues
Overjoyed to overwhelmed
The importance of an amazing support system
How a spouse can be a major part of the support system
Surrounding yourself with a supportive tribe
Why you don’t have to know all the answers when you have a good support system
Why creating a community is such a beautiful thing and such a necessary thing
Different ways to have a support system set up
The importance of finding a support system, even when it's not convenient
Sarah’s New Book & other resources they have created and shared.
Even if you are not at the point of considering a home birth experience, this information is absolutely valuable for pregnancy and the years beyond.
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/part-3-balancing-hormones-podcast-ep22/

This is Part 3 of a 3 part series in the podcast on Balancing Hormones, Part 4 is shared in my facebook group The Postpartum Circle, so be sure to go join!

These episodes have been released through the month of July and August so if you missed the previous two parts of the series be sure to go back and listen! After that, be sure to go join my Facebook group, The Postpartum Circle.

Why are so many women experiencing imbalances during postpartum? Your hormones are responsible for everything. When you get an adequate amount of sleep and the right nutrition for your postpartum period you will be able to heal and recover so much faster. These are two things that will help in balancing your hormones.

Today I am talking about the remaining two of the four key components that I mentioned in part 2 of balancing hormones. Sleep and nutrition. Without the right nutrition you can’t produce the correct hormones that your body needs. Sleep needs to be the number one priority. Come listen to part 3 of balancing your hormones where I share how to get out of the hormone imbalance.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

How to get out of hormone imbalance
Sleep
Sleep is necessary for the development of those feel good hormones
You have to make sleep your number one priority
8 to 10 hours of sleep in a 24 hour period
How many hours of sleep are you actually getting a night?
Sleep regulates your hormones
Nutrition
Your body can't regulate and produce the hormones you need while you sleep if you're not able to create the hormones with the food and the nutrients that you give it
There is a particular way to eat in postpartum.
If that's not supported, then deficiencies creep in really fast, especially after the birth of a baby and with breastfeeding, when most women are already depleted.
Lacking enzymes in the first few weeks postpartum is a normal biological event during this time, and you have to eat a diet that supports that.
Depression and anxiety are an inflammation issue
Postpartum weaning depression
My 1:1 program
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Professionals is now open! Learn more and register here: https://www.MarandaBower.com/Training
Join my facebook group The Postpartum Circlehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/postpartumcircle
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here!
https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/breastfeeding-trauma-and-planning-for-postpartum-with-jessi-sletten-podcast-ep21/

Jessi Sletten is joining us today on the podcast. She is a trauma-informed Postpartum Empowerment Coach, a Certified Lactation Counselor, and a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Coach. She helps moms exchange surviving for thriving through creating holistic postpartum recovery plans focused on healing, nourishing, and bonding.

The story that Jessi is sharing today is eye-opening to the trauma you can have during postpartum breastfeeding. She has so much to share about her journey on healing in postpartum after her first baby, all the way to her journey of having baby number two. Come listen in and make sure you don’t miss the free resource that she has for moms-to-be. Be sure to share any thoughts you have on this episode in a review and follow so you don’t miss the weekly release of episodes!

Find Jessi on Instagram

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Find Jessi on Facebook

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Find Jessi’s Free resource

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In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Introducing Jessi
Sharing her story
Focusing so much on the birth plan and nothing after that
Struggling with breastfeeding
Helping moms feel empowered before they feel like they’re drowning
Too much focus is on the birth & not enough on the healing after
Wanting to breastfeed & how it goes sets the stage for postpartum
Not being able to breastfeed made her feel like a failure
Breastfeeding trauma
Trauma is in the eye of the beholder
When what you had envisioned falls apart
I cannot let my past dictate my future
Work with a lactation professional
You can't move on until you've healed yourself
Nutrition healed me from the inside out
The shame attached to postpartum trauma
Prepare the tools and the support systems beforehand
Check out Jessi’s class called Surviving to Thriving: Creating Your Postpartum Plan Masterclass
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Professionals is now open! Learn more and register here: https://www.MarandaBower.com/Training
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/part-2-balancing-hormones-podcast-ep20/

This is going to be Part 2 of a 3 part series in the podcast on Balancing Hormones, Part 4 is shared in my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle, so be sure to go join!

These episodes will be spaced out and released through the month of July and August so make sure you are following the podcast so you don’t miss out!

Why are so many women experiencing imbalances during postpartum? Your hormones are responsible for everything. Healing from the inside out will help you regulate your hormones and allow you to heal faster and fully after having a baby.

There are four key components to hormone imbalances. Nutrients, sleep, support, and stress. Each one affects the next and when you are not taking care of yourself these can be exacerbated. Come listen to part 2 of balancing your hormones where I dive in a little bit deeper on this journey inward to healing your body and your hormones no matter where you are in your postpartum journey.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Inward to healing your body and your hormones
Hormones are greatly responsible for how we live our life
How you healed and what balances or imbalances you had in postpartum will affect the experiences you have during menopause
Depression, anxiety, feeling constantly overwhelmed is not a place to live
You should be thriving, not drowning
Hormone imbalance is a symptom, not a problem
The four main reasons why your hormones are out of balance
Nutrients, sleep, support, and stress/trauma
Lack of nutrients, lack of sleep, this lack is causing the imbalance
In postpartum your brain changes immensely
The postpartum hormone cycle
Investigate how you are feeling
Assess where you are
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Professionals is now open! Learn more and register here: https://www.MarandaBower.com/Training
Join my Facebook group The Postpartum Circlehttps://www.facebook.com/groups/postpartumcircle
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here!
https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/overwhelmed-and-depleted-to-thriving-podcast-ep19/

From completely depleted and overwhelmed to thriving and pregnant! My guest, Danielle is going to be sharing her story of this journey going from being overwhelmed and depleted in postpartum to finally thriving and pregnant. She owns her own business and has two kids with baby number three on the way.

Danielle was having issues with feeling tired, overwhelmed, lack of nutrition, and the stress of running a business with not having daycare for her kids anymore due to COVID. She came to me looking for support and guidance to feel better. Her biggest takeaway from the experience is to make it a priority to take better care of yourself. Come listen to Danielle’s testimony of working with me in this episode, and be sure to share it with all your friends and family.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Introducing Danielle
The overwhelm of life prior to working with Maranda
Not feeling well physically
Exhausted all the time
Not being in the best physical shape
Not eating the right foods for my body
Periods being much more painful and uncomfortable than previously
Having the six-week meal plan was hugely beneficial
Conversations with someone who understands and gets it
What feels good for you and your life
There needs to be so much more attention on postpartum
Taking better care of yourself & making it a priority
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Professionals is now open! Learn more and register here: https://www.MarandaBower.com/Training
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
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For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/part-1-balancing-hormones-podcast-ep18/

This is going to be Part 1 of a 3 part series in the podcast on Balancing Hormones, Part 4 is shared in my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle, so be sure to go join!

These episodes will be spaced out and released through the month of July so make sure you are following the podcast so you don’t miss out!

Why are so many women experiencing imbalances during postpartum? Your hormones are responsible for everything. When you have a baby and you are not getting the proper care to heal your body you will experience hormonal imbalances.

Your postpartum hormones are not naturally out of control, however, they are in a biologically normal shift that comes along with these major changes. That shift is a state of fluctuation that is normal as you are going from pregnancy to postpartum. The change is definitely big, but it is not the cause of hormonal issues. Come listen to part 1 of balancing your hormones where I share why we need to look at our bodies as a whole and not try to compartmentalize.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Your hormones are responsible for everything
Knowing how your hormones function within your body is extremely helpful
I am here to help you focus on how to balance your hormones
Why are so many women experiencing imbalances during postpartum?
1 in 4 experience depression and anxiety
There are misunderstandings about how our hormones function
A massive hormone imbalance
Postpartum lasts up to 6 years
Most remedies tend to mask the issue
When using remedies you are never addressing the root issue
You control a lot of your hormones
Your body is not operating in different pieces
Addressing the root of the issue
Addressing the whole body
You cannot take and break a woman into smaller pieces or compartments
Your hormones in relation to everything else
Your mental health, your nutrition, your sleep, your support system is so deeply related
Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Professionals is now open! Learn more and register here: https://www.MarandaBower.com/Training
Join my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle

https://www.facebook.com/groups/postpartumcircle

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
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Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/exercising-in-postpartum-what-you-need-to-know-from-bethany-gerry-podcast-ep17/

We have a very special guest, Bethany Gerry, on the podcast today! Bethany is going to be sharing her expertise on exercising during postpartum. Bethany is a fitness and wellness coach, and she specializes in the postpartum years. She's also a retired Olympian.

The information that Bethany has is slightly different from what you hear in the mainstream postpartum wellness industry. I've actually had the privilege of working with Bethany over the course of a few years now. She's also someone who's taken the postpartum nutrition certification, she makes it a priority for fitness and overall wellness with her clients because she knows better than most that they go hand in hand. Be sure to share any thoughts you have on this episode in a review and follow so you don’t miss the weekly release of episodes!

In this episode, we share with you:

Sharing Bethany’s story
How she became an Olympian
Going from an Olympian to where she is now
Being a personal trainer while being an Olympic athlete
I didn’t feel right after weaning my daughter
My doctor said it was depression
Working with a functional medicine doctor
I had to heal my body
Knowing where to start to heal your body after having a baby
Working out after a baby can be an added stressor
If our body is saying this is not right, you need to listen to it
If you need rest and nutrition then do that
We underestimate the impact growing a person in our body
Have more respect for your body
Allow yourself time to heal
Being cleared by a doctor at six weeks, then go back to normal life
This initial period of healing is so essential
Rebuilding your foundation from the ground up
Retraining breathing patterns
Start that routine of self-care
Floor based exercises
Creating a foundation in which your body is going to operate from not just physically but hormonally and emotionally
The Holistic Postpartum Nutrition Training for Pros can be found at:
https://marandabower.com/training
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/hormone-and-nutrition-testing-what-you-need-to-know-podcast-ep16/

Does hormone and nutrition testing really help you get a better idea of your health and needs? A colleague of mine asked about my thoughts on these two very particular tests regarding hormone and nutrition testing. I wanted to share with all of you the answer I gave and why I feel the way I do on this particular topic.

I will be explaining why these tests can be helpful, and why I also think you should do other things before getting these tests done depending on where you are in your journey. These tests only tell you that something is wrong but they don’t tell you what is causing the problem.

Come listen so you can learn about the things you can do prior to going to get these tests run and where you should be focusing your effort initially.

Be sure to drop any questions or thoughts you may have in a review or in my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle on Facebook!

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Does hormone and nutrition testing help?
Why might someone want these tests done?
What happens after the results come in?
Supplements aren't helpful if your body is having trouble absorbing them
Your body slows dramatically after giving birth
Your body is in this survival state
Prolong healing time with foods you are eating
Inability to get the nutrients you need
Not being able to absorb the nutrients
Don’t invest in a bunch of tests as your first step
Your first priority is to address your gut health
Deficiency levels are different based on where you live
Some tests won't give you the correct information
After addressing your gut health, you need to address your sleep
If you’re not getting enough sleep you can’t regulate your nutrient levels
Then you need to address stress, negative self-talk, and trauma
These three things dictate hormone balance
These components are so essential to addressing the woman’s whole body
Test the digestive health and toxicity levels first before addressing hormones and getting those hormone tests
First address the absorption
Next sleep and the other components to hormone balance
If none of these work then go get testing
Join my Facebook group The Postpartum Circle

https://www.facebook.com/groups/postpartumcircle

-If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

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Email: hello@marandabower.com
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Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/johannas-story-of-recovery-podcast-ep15/

In this episode my guest, Johanna is going to be sharing the very personal story of her own postpartum battle. She just graduated from my one on one program and was in a very dark place before she met me.

Johanna’s here to share her experience with everyone. She will tell us what brought her to the point of feeling as awful as she did to the courage to reach out for help and move forward to work with me. As well as where she is now and how my one on one program has gotten her to be able to do what she truly feels is her life's purpose.

Come listen to Johanna’s postpartum story in this episode, and be sure to share it with friends and family.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Introducing Johanna
The weight of postpartum issues prior to working with Maranda
Depressed and anxious
Who were your support teams?
Getting support from all of the doctors but they didn’t understand her postpartum body
End results after working 1:1 with Maranda
The eating plan that Maranda helped her find has been the biggest piece for her
Becoming more in-tune with your body
Mindset shifts
Starting her own business to be able to help others
She feels like helping others is her life purpose
Maranda’s one on one program can help anyone at any point in their postpartum journey
It is okay to spend money on yourself and to work on yourself
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/the-effects-of-inflammation-in-postpartum-podcast-ep14/

The topic of inflammation is one that I am incredibly passionate about. It is a work of science that is continually growing at really fast rates. What I'm going to be sharing with you about inflammation is very applicable not just to postpartum, but to women and men and people everywhere.

Inflammation is the cause of disease, dysfunction, and so many other critical body function mishaps, both minute and ginormous. That being said, not all inflammation is bad! There are two main types of inflammation, acute inflammation, and chronic inflammation. Both serve important purposes in our bodies that are very different and we are about to deep dive into all of this information and the effects of different inflammation in your bodies, especially during postpartum, in this episode!

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Inflammation
Acute inflammation vs. chronic inflammation
Acute Inflammation is meant to protect us
Chronic Inflammation can become toxic to our bodies
Why Chronic Inflammation occurs
Ways chronic inflammation presents itself in postpartum frequently
Without proper support in postpartum, natural acute inflammation can quickly turn chronic
Gut Health & Inflammation - Back to some anatomy basics
The food we are using to fuel our bodies contributes to our gut health
Gut-Inflammation Connection is KEY
Without gut inflammation, most would NOT have brain inflammation
The relationship between gut health, inflammation, & mental health
Inflammation is a trigger to depression, not the other way around
This common occurrence in Mom’s
Postpartum depression, and why therapy only seems to do so much
Another side to depression that isn’t being addressed
The need for a whole-body approach to wellness and healing
Inflammation in infants brain development due to Mother’s inflammation
The myth of your baby not being affected by inflammation & depression
The potential link between ADHD in children and depression during pregnancy
Effects this has on communities
When Mother’s aren’t well, they aren’t able to contribute like they want to
Caring for the mother is also impacting their children and their children
This is a generational problem
Carbs, the difference between empty carbs and good carbs
The body needs & loves carbs
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/postpartum-dads-interview-with-joshua-maze-podcast-ep13/

While Mothers go through so much in postpartum, it’s important not to forget about the family unit and fathers during this huge change in everyone's life.

In this episode, I chat with Joshua Maze about his personal journey through postpartum with his wife after they had their daughter & the different struggles he faced with his mental health prior to her birth, and how it continued to get increasingly worse after the baby arrived with depression and anxiety.

We get into conversations that are so often not discussed, how postpartum affects Dad’s as well as Mom’s, and the importance of getting all important parties involved and offering support and guidance to them all.

If you are struggling, and in need of some answers, especially immediately and you're not able to get in to see a provider, reach out to PSI (Postpartum Support International).

This is a wonderful place to receive education and get the support that you need!

PSI Phone number: 1-800-944-4773

PSI Website >>>>here<<<<

In this episode, we share with you:

Introducing Joshua Maze
His postpartum journey
Finding Postpartum Support International
How depression can present itself differently, especially between males and females
A huge transition for both parents, not just moms
How can we do better to support the entire family, not just the mom?
Including the spouse
Oftentimes healthcare professionals neglect to support the whole family
Screening both parents for depression
Men generally do not get any parental leave & the issue with it
Starting to see change
The biggest piece of advice from Joshua for Mom listeners
The importance of communication
Offering support to your spouse
If you are struggling with your postpartum journey or know someone who is and need some answers, I encourage you to reach out to PSI for more education, support, and answers.

PSI Phone number - 1-800-944-4773

PSI Website

If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Work with me here:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/neurological-feedback-loop-of-your-postpartum-body-podcast-ep12/

I am sharing this training that is going to be a deep dive into neurology. We all have a neurological feedback system in our bodies. I am going to get a little “sciencey” on you but I promise it will be all worth it.

The neurological feedback loop goes like this, if you think a thought, as your mind is registering that thought your body has already sent a corresponding emotion from the thought to your body. That emotion is essentially a bunch of hormones that are released into the bloodstream. This means that your body is not to be blamed for falling apart or causing you pain. It's simply the communication system that is happening within you based on the thoughts that are going on in your brain. The thoughts sent out, create emotions, which are hormones that are running through your body and affect every cell of your being. Your emotions are showing you where your awareness is, and where to focus to bring about change. So many of us spend a great deal of time focusing on the wrong area.

This is POWERFUL stuff, if you’re intrigued, come listen in on the rest of the episode to see what tips I give on this neurological feedback loop during postpartum.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

The neurological feedback loop
Are you just reacting to your emotions?
Hormones are controlled by the nutrients in our body
Balancing your thoughts
How food plays a part in this
Sleep, are you getting enough?
What part sleep plays in all of this
Are you listening to your body?
Time spent focusing on all the wrong things
Addressing the main issues simultaneously to promote healing
Our thoughts
The food we are consuming
Sleep
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/healing-amy-a-5-year-long-postpartum-battle-podcast-ep-11/

We have a very special guest, ‘Amy’, on the podcast today! Amy is going to be sharing the very personal story of her own postpartum battle. She works in the finance industry and was in a very dark place before she met me.

Amy is a client of mine that went through a very long postpartum battle and has a powerful story that I believe will save others from going through the same thing. I am so excited to have her share her journey with all of you. Amy says that my one on one program is more than a do and don’t list. It is much more powerful and you can learn a lot about yourself through the journey. Come listen to Amy’s postpartum story in this episode, and be sure to share it with all your friends and family.

In this episode, we share with you:

Introducing Amy
The weight of postpartum issues prior to working with Maranda
Guilt and shame
Learning to peel back the layers
Trying to get help from doctors, but getting nowhere
End results after working with Maranda
Gaining a playbook that can be pulled out and used whenever something comes up
Becoming more in tune with your body
Layers that tend to be created in and after postpartum and the need to shed them
Enjoying my life again
It’s much more than a To-Do, or Don’t-Do list
Healing is not linear
Start the postpartum healing journey earlier
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/how-birth-impacts-your-postpartum-years-interview-with-dominika-buck-podcast-ep10/

We have a special guest, Dominika Buck on the podcast today! Dominika is a certified postpartum nutrition coach and business owner. She owns Above and Beyond Doula Care, which supports women in labor and during breastfeeding. We get into a deep conversation about how birth can impact not just weeks postpartum but years to come.

Preparing for a friendly birth experience is what everyone wants to do but they rely too much on childbirth. What I mean by this is they tend to take childbirth classes and have an idea of what childbirth is “supposed” to be, and when that expectation doesn’t happen, they are left dealing with fear and overwhelm. But on the other hand, if you go into childbirth with no expectations you will feel like childbirth just happened to you and be left feeling out of control with the entire process. Having a doula will help you feel like you have complete control over the birthing process. Come listen in on all the goodness that Dominika shares in this episode, and be sure to share it with all your friends and family.

I highly recommend that you go check out Dominika and all the amazing things she has to offer. She is out here sharing her amazing wisdom with the world!

Where to Find Dominika:

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If you would like to work with Dominika click >>>here

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Introducing Dominika
Preparing for a friendly birth experience
Preparing for childbirth is more common than preparing for postpartum
Traumatic birth accounts for over 30% of all births in the USA only
Our confidence in ourselves is shrinking because our childbirth is filled with so much fear
Picking the doctor that you can trust 100% will help with the childbirth process
Our partners, and the role and effect they have during birth
How a doula can help you through the childbirth process
How to recover from a traumatic birth experience
Breaking the generational traumas of childbirth and postpartum
Understanding the physiology of postpartum
Breaking generational trauma starts with you.

- If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/miscarriage-and-loss-podcast-ep9/

We are going to be talking about a topic that is likely going to be the hardest episode we will ever do on this podcast. I believe that this information should be readily available to you but unfortunately, it is not. Therefore, I am going to end the tendency to brush off or minimize a miscarriage. This episode is going to be for everyone. Whether you have had a miscarriage or not, you will find valuable information in this. If you haven’t had a miscarriage, it is more than likely that someone in your life has, and this episode will give you some insight as to how to support them.

Buckle up and get ready for an eye-opening episode. Let's work together and get the correct information out there and help each other through a difficult time.

Be sure to share this podcast so we can change the stigmas and misinformation around miscarriage and loss.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Miscarriages are thrown under the rug too much
20% of all pregnancies end in loss
1 in 5 pregnant women will experience a loss
In history, women who miscarried were deemed inadequate
Feeling the pain of the women before us
There is no right or wrong way to feel
We all mourn differently
Don’t let people tell you how to or not to feel while experiencing this grief
How you grieve is 1,000% valid, no matter how it is
Grief can manifest it into other health issues if not dealt with
Psychosomatics
Psychoneuroimmunology
Grief will show up in so many ways, that doesn’t always feel or look like grief
Grief is often masked as postpartum depression
Depression is simply a rational response to being overly stressed with no support
Not everyone will understand your pain
Communicate
It doesn’t matter where in the pregnancy that the loss of a baby was experiencing, it is still a loss
Ask how to support them
Moms who have experienced a miscarriage won’t start the conversation
Find the support to heal
You are not alone in this journey
Don’t betray your body
Verbalize your needs
We need to normalize miscarriages
If you're not sure where to start, reach out to me, to someone you trust, or to your provider. Whatever you do, it's time to take your healing seriously, and I am with you every step of the way.
If you'd like to work with me, or need support, reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program

https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program

https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
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Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/how-you-develop-depression-anxiety-and-autoimmune-disease-in-postpartum-podcast-ep8/

We are going to get into quite a hot topic around how the postpartum body actually gets depression, anxiety, and autoimmune diseases. While all bodies and backgrounds and situations are different, these different things all create a starting point of your health and postpartum. When we are able to understand the how, and the why of why these things occur in so many women in the years after having a baby, that information can be used to prevent it from occurring, and even completely reverse the damage of not knowing how to heal our body or how it functions during this transition.

So buckle up and get ready for an eye-opening episode all about nutrients, hormones, and how these things affect your body differently in pregnancy and postpartum. Be sure to follow this podcast so you never miss an episode when it goes live and leave a review!

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Maternal Mental Health Issues, why are so many struggling with them postpartum?
Every Body is different. Different backgrounds, different socioeconomic statuses, different diets and deficiencies, different birth experiences, these all create a starting point for your health and postpartum journey.
Nutrients and hormones while growing a baby
Running on deficiency
The physical trauma of childbirth, sending your body immediately into survival mode
Experiencing birth trauma creates an Overactive Nervous System
Processes in the body slow down rapidly after you give birth.
Changes in digestion after birth
Learn to eat in a way that is beneficial for your healing body
Your body struggles to absorb nutrients
Sleep Deprivation and lack of nutrients leads to hormone irregularities
Hormone Fluctuations are NORMAL in postpartum, but they need to be supported by sleep and nutrients
Major Symptoms of a larger problem
Postpartum mood disorders and autoimmune issues are common, but they are not “normal”
Education is a huge piece to this puzzle
If you're not sure where to start, reach out to me, to someone you trust, or to your provider. Whatever you do, it's time to take your healing seriously, and I am with you every step of the way.
- If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/
-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/
-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>>https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
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Website:https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/the-slow-postpartum-movement-interview-with-jojo-hogan-podcast-ep7/

We have our very first guest on this podcast, Jojo Hogan of Slow Postpartum! Jojo has been involved in the care of pregnant and postpartum women for nearly 20 years of her life. We get into a deep discussion on the importance of postpartum and how much study and research lack in offering women the support that is so desperately needed during this time, what led us both to this path of supporting women on this journey, and how we now work to give this support to them in the absolute best ways possible.

I highly recommend that you go check out Jojo, if you're pregnant, especially, you need to go take a look at the work that she's doing in this world. You don’t want to miss out on what I refer to as the Slow Postpartum Movement where the work that she is doing is changing lives!

In this episode, we share with you:

Introducing Jojo Hogan
Jojo’s story in transitioning from caring for the pregnant woman to focusing on women in postpartum
The stigma around feeling as if things have to be “good” as a Mama
Caring for a mother up until delivery, but then who was caring for her afterward?
Postpartum was always a “blip” on the radar for courses with mothers preparing during pregnancy for delivery/postpartum
Attention needs to be drawn to other significant parts of this journey into motherhood, not just birth
Food is medicine, food is healing
The history of what different cultures were feeding postpartum women and offering them for care
The concept of Slow Food
The importance of postpartum planning
Find Jojo Hogan on her platforms and her offers >>>>here<<<<
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Where to find Jojo Hogan:

Jojo’s Linktree - https://linktr.ee/slowpostpartum
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slowpostpartum/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/slowpostpartum/
Email: slowpostpartum@icloud.com

Where to find me:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
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For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/postpartum-hormones-are-they-really-out-of-balance-podcast-ep6/

Our hormones are responsible for everything. These little signals in your body are constantly sending out messages and controlling so much of what you experience in this world, no matter if you're postpartum or not. But in pregnancy and postpartum, our hormones take the front seat, and we become even more aware of their existence for two different reasons. The first reason, hormones bring your body into a heightened state to care for your baby and keep them safe, and the second reason we are so much more aware of them is that they’re not being supported as needed and become so out of balance that they start to mess with EVERYTHING.

In this episode, I’m focusing on talking all about how to balance your hormones and why we experience hormone fluctuations during pregnancy and postpartum.

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In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Why are so many women experiencing hormone imbalances in postpartum?
Postpartum hormones are not naturally out of control
There is a normal shift and change, but NOT an imbalance
Our society knows nothing about healing the body during the sacred and raw and vulnerable time that postpartum is
Fixing it with pills, or herbs or essential oils are not the answer
The root of the issue needs to be addressed and fixed
The Postpartum Hormone Cycle Chart (find this in my Facebook group >>>here )
Four Components of the Hormone Cycle
These four pieces are fundamental to healing your body. And you need all four of those to heal
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
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-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
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Resources:

~~Join my group on Facebook, The Postpartum Circle~~

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For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/postpartum-nutrition-the-physiological-changes-that-shift-your-digestion-podcast-ep5/

In this episode, I share a lot of different information with you about all things relating to postpartum nutrition. I’m going to break some of the typical rules and stigmas, as this is one of my absolute favorite topics because there is just so much to know about this that we aren’t being taught as women.

Postpartum Nutrition is not just including the weeks after having a baby, this continues for years after having a baby. In fact, it’s such a deep topic that I have created an entire certification program for it.

So if you are here, and you are experiencing mood swings, weight issues, hormone imbalances, gut health issues, depression, anxiety, and it's lingered on for four to five years, or even if you’re in your first couple months postpartum. You are in the right place right now and I can’t wait for you to listen to this episode!

If you’d like more information on any of this or want to work with me you can reach me here, https://marandabower.com/contact/.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Postpartum Nutrition - not just for the first weeks after baby, but years after childbirth
What happens during these years is critical and will affect your body your life on a deep level
Your entire body changes and shifts after having a baby
Changes in our digestion after pregnancy and delivery
Nutrition - it runs every single thing in our body
Lack of nourishment and malabsorption issues for extended periods leads to other immune system dysfunction
How this is influencing your life, and how you can make a change and take advantage of it and start healing your body
I go into much more detail in my Postpartum Nutrition Plan here https://marandabower.com/nutrition/
Foods that support you in postpartum
Eating in postpartum is counterintuitive to everything that you're probably being told right now.
Learn to eat in a way that is supportive of our digestive needs postpartum.
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/my-postpartum-journey-with-depression-anxiety-bi-polar-and-an-autoimmune-disease-and-how-i-healed-podcast-ep4/

By working through my own trauma, balancing hormones, learning to prioritize my sleep, and nurture my body with the right foods for a body that is healing from both pregnancy and birth I have perfected these methods of healing for women in postpartum. Through my own experiences and research, I now teach and have taught 1000’s of women to take back control of their postpartum experience so that they too can create the bliss they deserve. Listen in to learn all about my story and why I’m so passionate about the work that I do.

If you want to work together with me you can reach me here, https://marandabower.com/contact/, or if you are seeking support from a counselor or therapist, your provider, or you're seeking out a nutrition coach or counselor, whatever it is that you are doing to get the support that you need. Just know that that support exists, and that support is also necessary, as we're going through these postpartum changes.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Sharing my raw and vulnerable journeys of postpartum
Preparing for my first birth, settling for nothing less than the absolute best
Knowing nothing about the unique needs of my newly postpartum body
Research doesn't really prepare you for the unfolding of postpartum depression
I dedicated myself to learning all that I could about healing my postpartum body and mind
Reconnecting with Myself
Determined not to have the same experience with 2nd birth, but several months after falling into rage and depression
Diagnosis of ulcerative colitis - a postpartum autoimmune disease
The reality of depression in pregnancy, and how little it’s talked about
Leaning into the feelings and finding support from my provider
Postpartum bipolar, and healing it with nutrition, sleep, and support.
Creating your own postpartum bliss through healing
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/common-sense-in-postpartum-is-creating-an-epidemic-of-disease-podcast-ep3/

We're going to get into some topics in this episode that not a lot of people are talking about in the space of postpartum, especially in regards to what we know as common sense. I'm going to share some really important misinformation and myths that I strongly feel are really destroying the health and well-being of mothers in the life after birth. If this is something you find yourself struggling with and needing support in, be sure to reach out to me at https://marandabower.com/contact/

Be sure to screenshot that you listened to this episode, share on social media and tag me with any thoughts or questions and leave a review!! I’m so honored to be a part of your journey in healing postpartum.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

Important misinformation and myths around postpartum
The huge increase in women who are experiencing some sort of maternal mental health concern or condition, especially since the start of COVID
1994 is when postpartum depression finally became a clinical diagnosis
The massive gap of knowledge around postpartum and women’s bodies after birth
Why trying to fit all of these components of our old life without a baby into our new life with one is just plain harmful.
Massive changes throughout your entire body after having a child
How I help clients correct different postpartum mental health issues and health problems that were caused by lack of information given to mothers
Our world right now is not supportive of postpartum women, in the way we need to heal our bodies.
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/postpartum-the-first-6-years-after-baby-podcast-ep2/

What I'm going to be sharing with you here is essentially redefining the period that is postpartum. I want to talk about the postpartum period, and how it does not last for just six weeks, I will tell you upfront, that postpartum last upwards of six years. And this really shouldn't be a shocker because every woman who has ever birthed a baby will tell you that they are not fully healed at the six-week mark. Most women can attest to not ever feeling like a “normal human being” until their child reaches a certain level of independence when they’re able to take a step back and truly ask how they are doing. This is when the healing process really begins for most women instead of earlier because we have been trained as mothers that everyone else’s needs come before our own. So buckle up and get ready to deep dive into the postpartum period after having a baby.

Be sure to screenshot this episode, share and tag me on social media so that I can see you listened to this episode. Feel free to share any thoughts or questions and leave a review!! I’m so honored to be a part of your journey in healing postpartum.

In this episode, I’m sharing with you:

The misconception of postpartum lasting only 6 weeks
Being conditioned that we, as mothers, come last
A huge need for women to be able to take a look at what we need to heal physically, mentally, and emotionally
We as mothers are defining self-care for our children
How the 6-week timeline came about
Why you should dismiss 90% of everything you hear and read about postpartum
Changes and an ACTUAL necessary healing time for your body postpartum
Hormones and all the changes with them in postpartum
This transition and these phases are greatly influenced by the care you receive in the first few weeks postpartum
Be gentle with yourself and know you are ever deserving of healing and loving your body in your postpartum journey
We have so much control over our healing.
If you'd like to work with me, or need support reach out here! https://marandabower.com/contact/

-Purchase my Nutrition Program
https://marandabower.com/nutrition/

-Get on the waitlist for The Postpartum Nutrition Certification Program
https://marandabower.com/certification/

Resources:

Apply here to work 1:1 with me here >>> https://marandabower.com/contact/
Email: hello@marandabower.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/postpartummaranda
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postpartummaranda/
Website: https://marandabower.com/

For full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/breaking-the-postpartum-paradigm-podcast-ep1/

There are some massive myths and misconceptions around postpartum in the years after, and all of that is deeply affecting the way we as mothers experience motherhood.

I can’t wait to dive into the depths of postpartum with all of you and find ways to support you along this journey. Be sure to follow and leave a review!

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Keeping mamas and professionals in the know about healing their body naturally in the YEARS after birth. Here, we dive into nutrition, sleep, hormone balance, fitness, and so much more. Hosted by Maranda Bower, Postpartum Bliss Coach and Womb Whisperer®, international speaker, 4-time best-selling author, creator of the Postpartum Nutrition Plan and Certification Program, and so much more. Join me as we dive into important topics surrounding your body and your healing after birth.