Birth of a Mama: a Birth and Postpartum Podcast

Today I’m talking with Amanda Curry , a physical therapist and somatic healing guide who helps moms reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve been ignoring for years. Amanda spent a long time being the “perfect,” overachieving mom who looked like she had it all together—but inside she was overwhelmed, disconnected, and exhausted. Her healing began when she realized that having the degrees, th...

In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with speech-language pathologist Jeaneen Tang to talk about early language development, why so many kids end up needing speech therapy, and the simple preventative strategies you can start using today with your own infant, toddlers, and kids.  Jeaneen brings over 23 years of clinical experience working with neurodiverse children and adults — and she’s also the...

Krista Ehrenfried returns to share her second birth and postpartum story — a follow-up to Episode 11 filled with the hard-won wisdom that comes from walking through the newborn days again with more perspective and compassion. Krista Shares: Wildly different labor: 40 hours the first time, just 5 hours the second Not loving the baby phase Experiencing the newborn bubble of bliss Her experience with...

Why does motherhood in America feel so isolating? Matrescence Educator Kelly Conroy explains how evolutionary biology and social systems are out of sync—leaving new mothers unsupported and overwhelmed. We discuss how understanding the neurobiology of caregiving and the anthropology of community can help mothers rebuild the village they were meant to have. CONNECT WITH KELLY Instagram: @fierceunfol...

Is the roommate phase inevitable after having a baby? Will sex be less satisfying? How do I get over my body image issues and actually WANT sex? What if nothing turns me on anymore? If you have ever been worried about any of these things, this episode is for you. Today I have on Chloe Mascord, your trusted guide into the intimate world of self-discovery, sex, curiosity and connection. As a sex and...

Leah Johnson's résumé includes the words Obama, Kay Hagen, and City Councilwoman, but what she has come to find out is that “mom” is the best title she’s ever had. After a career that fueled her addiction to success and other things, life was dark, and something had to change. Now she lives with the freedom to be herself and know how far from perfect she is. As an imperfect mother of two, she some...

Today, Amber Richard Bauer shares her story of becoming a mom including being uncertain about even wanting children, a first-trimester miscarriage, her birth center turned hospital birth, the positive side of being a light sleeper, painful breastfeeding, mom rage and MUCH more. Amber is a friend of mine and she has been the star student of the Birth of a Mama podcast. She shares so many ways in wh...

In today’s episode, I had a wholesome, feel-good chat with Alexandra Franics, aka Queen, about truly honoring birth and postpartum. Alexandra is a dedicated mother of 8 who has been passionately supporting births and teaching across three continents since 2012. Drawing from her time with Indigenous peoples and her ancestral lineage of midwifery, she founded 'Our Hummingbird,' offering unique birth...

In today’s episode, Annie Temple shares about outcast parenting, a term she coined after experiencing life as a mom and a sex worker. She has worked in adult entertainment since 1997 when she started as a stripper and went on to nude modeling, being a content creator, and in 2018 started providing intimacy services. She is passionate about healing division and helping people feel more connected an...

In today’s episode we have Dr. Emilie Wilson on to share her story of becoming a mom. Emilie is a naturopathic doctor who helps women change their bodies and get the life they truly desire, and have a transformational, empowering postpartum experience. In her story she shares openly about her birth and postpartum experience at 42 years old and how it was really nothing like what she had imaged or...

On today’s episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Jacqueline Kincer, the heart and soul behind Holistic Lactation®. Over the years Jacqueline has worked directly with breastfeeding families, providing skilled lactation care. She now hosts the popular podcast Breastfeeding Talk, sharing insights from breastfeeding moms, experts in related fi...

In today’s episode, Tessia Watson shares her story of motherhood and how it led her to write her book Rejuvenated Mums Make Happy Kids. As a single mother of two young boys, she fully understands the challenges modern parents face. Striving to find the perfect balance between family life and personal well-being, Tessia discovered the importance of self-care and rejuvenation. This realization led h...

Today is a story episode, yay! Join us as Mariela DeSantiago shares of her experience becoming a mama to her now 2-year-old. She’s married, has two dogs at home, and was a special ed teacher before she had her son.  She shares about how her active pregnancy, her c-section after an induction, being ravenous and sleep-deprived in PP and how sleeping when the baby sleeps didn’t work for her. She also...

In today's episode Ashley P. Lambert, a certified postpartum personal trainer, answers questions about how to safely and optimally approach fitness after baby. We dive deep into the world of postpartum exercise and explore what it truly means to embrace a holistic approach to physical well-being after birth. Ashley shares her expertise on the importance of gradually rebuilding strength and fun...

In today's episode, we delve deep into the complexities of parenthood and motherhood through the lens of past trauma. Specifically from childhood. What exactly is trauma? You might wonder if you experienced it as a child. Listen in to find out as we explore what trauma is, how our response to it matters most, how invaluable support systems are for new parents, the significance of social intera...

**Even MORE important than your hormones in postpartum is your social support** This is the episode I almost didn't post and one you're likely going to enjoy tuning into. It's Victoria J. Mondloch's personal story of birth and early postpartum. She is a retired OBGYN from Wisconsin and mom to 3 daughters. She specialized in women’s health, family medicine, and preventative health &...

You don't want to miss this! Today on BOAM we have on guest Lily Nichols, my idol in the perinatal health space and a renowned registered dietitian, diabetes educator, author, and founder of the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition. Join us as we dive into the critical topic of postpartum nutrition and recovery. In this episode, Lily shares her expertise on the importance of nutrient-rich diets fo...

Today on the show we have the Mama Coach, Chelsea McMann. She’s a registered nurse in private practice and a mom of two littles with her master's degree in nursing as well as a degree in child development. She’s worked with families privately and in the public setting for over 10 years and she began her business to fill the major gap in education and support that exists for expecting and postp...

Today on BOAM we have a STORY!! Nicole Lessio came on to share her experience of becoming a mom. She’s been with her husband since she was 17, which I was in complete awe about. They have four kids together, the oldest is 24 and the youngest is almost 12 at the time of recording.  Nicole was so open, a true delight to talk with about the realities of motherhood. She shared about the challenges of...

Today I'm back with motherhood mindset expert Tessa Romero for part 2 of Building a Strong and Resilient Mindset after having a baby. If you have not listened to part 1 yet, please go back and do so! In today’s segment, we continue to talk about “I am” statements and power words and get into how our minds are conditioned to think in the way that they do. And they can be re-conditioned to think...

In today's episode, we're diving deep with Tessa Romero, exploring the transformational power of mindset in motherhood. Tessa is a mindset expert for moms wanting to show up as who they want to be, now. She is mama to three boys with her fourth baby on the way and she is close to celebrating 10 years of marriage with her husband.  She’s the owner of MOMSET where everything she has created...

On today's episode, Rachel shares her personal and profound journey through her first pregnancy and birth, subsequent pregnancy losses, and the birth of her "rainbow baby." Please SKIP if you are triggered by loss! Rachel opens up about the highs and lows she's faced—from undergoing a 20-week loss and navigating a high-risk pregnancy to finding strength and support in the doula c...

In this episode, Emma Kahle and I explore the intricate connections between our mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Emma shares a bit of her personal story, reflecting on her own challenges with belonging and acceptance, issues we all face deeply rooted in our evolutionary history. Together, we'll unravel the effects of stress on our lives, looking at why it's not enough...

Today is BOAM's first-ever GUEST EXPERT! We dove deep with the Registered Nurse and Certified Lactation Counselor Natalie Henning into the often overlooked but crucial early postpartum period (& beyond). Join us and gain insights into the importance of the first 40 days post-birth, the dynamic and evolving needs of new parents, and how we can better care for ourselves and each other during...

FREE Postpartum Planning Guide: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Come with us as best-selling author, Gina Mundy and I discuss navigating the many seasons of a woman's life. Gina is an experienced attorney with over two decades of specialization in childbirth cases. She shares her life-changing book "A Parent's Guide to a Safer Childbirth" which empowers parents around the globe, equi...