Better Relationships After Baby

Do you find yourself stuck in the same argument loop? One of you gets louder, pushing for resolution, while the other shuts down, emotionally withdrawing. It’s frustrating, but this cycle is more about your nervous system than personality differences. In this episode, we dive into why this common dynamic happens and how you can break the cycle. You’ll learn practical tools to shift the way you com...

Your relationship doesn’t crumble in one dramatic moment—it’s the small, everyday fractures that weaken the foundation. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to build a relationship that can withstand stress, conflict, and the inevitable hard times. You’ll learn: Why couples don’t fall apart in explosive arguments—but in unnoticed moments of disconnection How 30-second check-ins can change ever...

If you’ve ever felt like you and your partner keep arguing over the tiniest things—like chores, schedules, or who forgot to buy the milk—this episode is for you. Chelsea dives into the hidden force behind those “small” arguments: the mental load . This is the often-invisible labor of planning, anticipating, and managing the needs of a home and family—work that disproportionately falls on women. An...

Tune into tomorrow's episode to learn what you CAN DO to stop arguing over "nothing" and address the common struggles in your relationship.

Feeling overwhelmed but nervous to ask your partner for more help? You’re not the only one. Many of us worry that asking for support will be taken as nagging—or that it somehow cancels out our appreciation. In this episode, Chelsea breaks down how gratitude and asking for help can coexist —and why they must in a healthy relationship. You'll learn why appreciation actually boosts follow-through...

Feeling like you carry the mental and emotional weight of your home while your partner coasts? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep doing it all. In this episode, Chelsea is joined by Sandi Konta , certified Fair Play facilitator and founder of Done Being Good, to explore how couples can create more equity at home. Together, they break down the ways women often become unintentionally compli...

Does it feel like you and your partner are just running the house and raising kids… but missing the connection you once had? You’re not broken—this “roommate phase” is incredibly common after baby. But you don’t have to stay stuck there. In this episode, I’m breaking down: Why so many couples shift into logistics mode What causes the distance (and how to name it without blame) Simple ways to bring...

This isn’t just another episode—it’s a heart-to-heart invitation. 💛 Becoming a mom shifts everything: your routines, your relationships, your identity. It’s no wonder so many women say, “I don’t feel like me anymore.” If you’re feeling stretched thin, lost in the shuffle, or just not as confident as you once were, this space is for you. I'm inviting you to The Confident Mom Reset —a small, in...

Mom rage is real—and you're not the only one feeling it. 😔 If you've ever slammed a cabinet, yelled louder than you meant to, or felt so overwhelmed it scared you, this episode is for you. In this honest conversation, we're unpacking what mom rage really is , where it comes from, and why it deserves so much more compassion and understanding. Mom rage isn't about being a bad mom. I...

rying to conceive can feel like a rollercoaster—filled with hope, pressure, and so many emotions. 🌀 And while everyone talks about ovulation trackers and timing, few talk about the relationship strain TTC can cause. In this episode, I’m joined by Erin McCaffrey Crespo , a fertility expert and doula, for a raw and supportive convo about how to stay emotionally and physically connected with your pa...

Ever feel like you're speaking a different language than your partner—especially in the thick of raising kids? 🙃 You're not alone. Misunderstandings in relationships after becoming parents are extremely common, but often go unspoken. This episode breaks down why it happens and what you can actually do about it. We’ll dive into: The real reasons partners start to feel misunderstood (spoile...

Do you find yourself constantly justifying, explaining, or defending your choices in conversations—especially with your partner? That pattern has a name: JED (Justify, Explain, Defend) , and it could be silently damaging your communication. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea breaks down what JED is, how it shows up in relationships, and why it often leads to frustration o...

What’s the real secret to deeper connection, lasting trust, and stronger intimacy with your partner? In this episode, we unpack the foundational role of emotional safety —what it is, how it breaks down, and how to rebuild it when things feel off. We’ll talk about how common patterns like criticism, defensiveness, and emotional avoidance can quietly erode your connection—and what to do instead. I’l...

Why does talking about money feel so hard—and why does it lead to so many fights in relationships? In this episode, Chelsea is joined by money mindset coach and financial educator Shannon Brown Ward to unpack one of the most common relationship stressors: finances . From childhood beliefs to budgeting breakdowns, they explore how our earliest money experiences shape the way we communicate with our...

Feeling stuck in the cycle of information overload? You’re not alone—and it’s time to break free in 2025. In this episode, we explore how embracing authenticity and letting go of external expectations can pave the way for real, impactful change. Join me to learn and discuss the power of focused action, why identifying just one key change can spark a domino effect, and how limiting input sources re...

In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , we’re flipping the script on holiday stress. If your calendar feels packed, your mind is racing, and your patience is thinning, this conversation is for you. Chelsea shares one powerful question that can help you shift from reactive mode to intentional living—so you can stop running on autopilot and start savoring the season. You’ll learn how to...

Is your relationship feeling off, but you’re not sure why? In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea breaks down three sneaky red flags that quietly chip away at connection, intimacy, and trust—especially during demanding seasons of life. You’ll hear: 🚩 The subtle signs of emotional disconnection (and why they matter more than you think) 🚩 How resentment builds over unequal re...

If sleep deprivation is straining your relationship, you’re not alone. In this powerful episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea chats with pediatric sleep consultant Alexa Lee about the hidden ways baby sleep impacts your connection, communication, and overall family dynamic. You’ll hear: 🛏️ How unmet sleep needs can lead to conflict, resentment, and burnout in couples 🛏️ The most com...

Tired of being the default parent while your partner sips cocktails and chats it up at family gatherings? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep doing holidays that way. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea introduces the concept of “shift work” for parenting during the holidays—a simple, game-changing strategy that helps both partners feel seen, supported, and sane. Y...

Bringing a baby into a pet-loving home can be beautiful… and a little chaotic. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea teams up with pet expert McKenna to talk all things pets and parenthood. From managing dog anxiety to balancing your attention between baby and fur baby, this is your go-to guide for keeping the whole family—two-legged and four-legged—happy and safe. You’ll le...

Want to raise kind, aware, change-making kids? It starts with what happens under your own roof. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea breaks down why strong, connected family relationships are the real foundation for meaningful advocacy. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the state of the world but unsure where to start, this episode is your reminder that lasting impact begi...

Worried that dismantling the patriarchy means losing something? You’re not alone—but you might be asking the wrong question. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , Chelsea dives into what’s actually at stake for men when we move beyond outdated gender roles—and what’s possible when we do. Let’s talk about: 👥 How shedding toxic masculinity leads to deeper, more satisfying relationshi...

After years of feeling unseen and carrying the emotional load in her marriage, Jenny asked for a separation. But then, one recommendation and a leap into coaching turned it all around. In this episode, Chelsea speaks with a previous client, Jenny, who opens up about the key conversations that saved her relationship, how coaching helped her understand her partner in a new light, and why she now wis...

Change is hard—especially in relationships. Our brains are wired to crave certainty and familiarity, even if it’s not serving us anymore. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , we explore how to gently hack your mindset to allow growth and connection in your relationship, especially during the big identity shifts that come with parenthood. You’ll learn: Why your brain resists change—...

Effective communication is the backbone of any healthy relationship. Without it, love, attraction, and shared goals can struggle to survive long-term. In this episode of Better Relationships After Baby , I’m kicking off 30 Days of Better Communication with the essential foundation of it all. Most of us weren’t taught how to communicate effectively—and that’s why so many relationships face conflict...