Postpartum Is Forever - with Keturah Stoltenberg

This is part two of a two part conversation with Gaea Chapman. Despite her early diagnosis of Juvenille-onset Idiopathic Rheumatoid Arthritis, Gaea is a vibrant mother of five who will inspire you to rethink what is possible when you combine faith, mindset and innovative science. Gaea shares her personal struggles with pain, fatigue, loss of function and aggressive treatment, and how this motivate...

In this episode, I chat with Gaea. At the tender age of 15, Gaea was forced to give up all that she loved when faced with an unexpected diagnosis of juvenille onset idiopathic rheumatoid arthritis. As a talented runner, Gaea found herself barely even being able to walk and carry out the most basic of daily tasks. But, this story didn't end there. Gaea was not going to let this diagnosis define her...

In this episode, I welcome back woman's health physiotherapist, Winnie Wu to discuss the importance of women's health, this time focusing on menopause and perimenopause to share both the symptoms and lifestyle changes associated with these stages. Winnie shares the relationship between pelvic floor health in postpartum and the implications that can have on the menopausal years, the need for early...

In this episode, Jana Pittman shares her inspiring journey from an elite athlete to passionate advocate for women's health and entry into medicine specialising in obstetrics and gynecology whilst raising 6 children, now as a solo mother. Discover how her personal setbacks fueled her purpose and the powerful lessons of resilience and determination reinforced by her own upbringing of strong family v...

My conversation today with Claire Judd, a Maternal Mental Health Therapist, explores the societal expectations placed on mothers to be nurturing and calm, highlighting the guilt & struggle women face when they feel anger or other normal human emotions that contradict these expectations. We discuss the impact of the 'good girl mentality' on women's emotional health and the consequences of suppr...

In this episode I chat with down to earth mother of 3, freelance journalist and gentle human, Laura Aubusson. I became acquainted with Laura when she writing for the popular Parenting website Kidspot. It was her third pregnancy, and she was busy researching postpartum care practices from around the world and decided to reach out to engage my postpartum support. Some of the topics that we cover are...

Trigger Warning: This episode contains content related to homicidal and suicidal ideation due to postpartum psychosis. Please note that this conversation is very candid and raw and the content may be distressing to some. Please exercise care when listening and use discretion when deciding if this episode is for you at this time. Always seek professional support where needed. Today, I speak Aisha A...

In this episode of the Postpartum is Forever podcast, host Keturah Stoltenberg shares her personal journey with migraines, a condition she has battled for over 30 years. She discusses the complexity of migraines, their triggers, and the misconceptions surrounding them. Keturah reveals how she discovered electrolysed reduced water, which has significantly reduced her migraine frequency and severity...

In this episode, I speak with psychologist and cognitive analytic therapist, Dr. Joanna Harvey who discusses the complexities of motherhood, focusing on maternal mental health. We dive deep into the impact of social media on a mother's individual experience, and the emotional challenges mothers face. She highlights the importance of support systems, self-compassion, and understanding the influence...

In this episode, Melissa Mai shares her story of rebuilding her work life, whilst prioritising her own health and presence with her daughter, and what it took to find true choice in how she earned, lived and mothered, by cultivating a life that reflects her deepest priorities. From yoga teacher to heart-led entrepreneur, Melissa’s story is a reminder that feminine sovereignty starts with choosing...

Welcome back to the podcast. Today’s conversation takes us into the heart of what it means to mother through crisis. Melissa Mai knows firsthand the weight of navigating motherhood during the pandemic—while the world stood still, she was moving through sleepless nights, the impact of isolation, and the crushing silence of doing it all alone. She shares how anxiety took root in her body, how daily...

In this conversation, I bring back Courtney Hawkins from Mamalinc for a Q & A session to discuss common concerns faced by mothers regarding breastfeeding. We delve into topics such as low milk supply, the favoured breast, mastitis, tongue tie, and the introduction of bottles and formula. The discussion emphasises the importance of understanding breastfeeding dynamics, recognising challenges, a...

Danielle Brooker is a Mama, Joy Activation Coach, writer, and author of  Freedom from Busy . Through her private coaching, digital courses, writing, and her podcast  Mama Joy , she teaches ambitious, always-on Mamas how to move from the mess to the magic of this season of life. Her work centres on the ‘forgotten season’ of motherhood—beyond traditional postpartum—blending neuroplasticity...

In this episode, I chat with Amy Riedel, an experienced Chiropractor of adults & babies, Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner, Lactation Consultant, Kinesiologist and mother of 3. This episode provides clarity on the role and approach that chiropractic treatments, from a specialised practitioner, can have on babies and children and the benefits that gentle hands-on work can have on improving the...

Courtney is a mother of 4 children under the age of six. She is a NICU nurse, IBCLC AND Paediatric Sleep Expert. Courtney is also the proud owner of an APP named Mama Linc (with a C) to give mamas the answers to commonly asked questions and concerns 24/7. Whether you're in the newborn trenches feeling so alone and overwhelmed as a result of the lack of preparation your antenatal classes provided,...

Today I chat with mother of 5, Marlain.  Marlain describes the individual joys & challenges she faced with the arrival of each baby.  Some of the topics include:  Jaundice Death of a father figure at the time of going into labour The physical pain of perineal damage Breastfeeding difficulties and  Too many visitors Marlain speaks from the heart and is a wise and nurturing w...

In this episode, Keturah Stoltenberg reflects on the emotional journey of parents, particularly mothers, as their children start school. She discusses the mixed feelings of pride, relief, and sadness that accompany this milestone, emphasiSing the often-overlooked emotional transition that mothers experience, known as matrescence. This process involves a continuous evolution of identity as mothers...

In this conversation, Eliza, a GP and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, discusses her expertise in Neuroprotective Developmental Care, an evidence-based practice of working with the biology of our children to understand the ways in which we can support our family. She emphasises the importance of an individualised approach, understanding infant sleep needs, and the significance o...

In this conversation, I sit with Nathalie Biviano, a relationship coach, to explore the complexities of motherhood, the impact of societal and individual expectations on women's roles, and the dynamics of masculine and feminine energies in relationships. It all starts with a Disney depiction she so beautifully the one that romanticises the couple but doesn't guide us on what happens 'after the kis...

In part two of this series of episodes on my personal motherhood journey, I discuss the feelings that come up in early motherhood, such as feeling as though we are 'failing' as a mother, simply because our baby is not 'behaving' or fitting into the expectation that we had for him/her. In my opinion, even if we are unaware of it, we may believe this story that our role as mothers should be complete...

Today, I have a conversation with Justene Catchon, a mother of 3, Naturopath, Ayurvedic Facilitator and all round beautiful woman who cares about the way we practice Postpartum Care. Justene shares her personal experiences from preconception - postpartum and how women are held and supported in Malaysia after birthing a baby. Traditions such as a confinement nanny, massage, belly binding, herbs and...

Today, on the podcast, I speak with a delightful mother named Morgana. Morgana is the mother of three children, currently aged 7, 5, 3. I first met Morgana when she was pregnant with her first baby as she came to see me for pregnancy massages and stayed connected throughout all three of her pregnancy, birth and postpartum experiences. Morgana speaks about the wobbly early days, and why having some...

I really believe that the catalyst for growth and transformation is when women and mothers own their experiences, process them thoroughly, do the inner work of healing and share their stories with other mothers.  And this is exactly what my intention was for this podcast.  So, today in this solo episode, and in a number of follow up episodes, I will share my own motherhood story, my jour...

My conversation today is with Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist, Winnie Wu. Winnie and I are doing a series of chats relating to fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and menopause. In part one we talk about what could be a hindrance to a couple falling pregnant, and how a Woman's Health Physiotherapist can help even before a woman is pregnant. Other topics include: Possible reasons for painful sexual inte...

Today, I speak with Kimberley, a mother of a spirited 19 month daughter. We share a candid, yet light-hearted, conversation about the realities of bringing life into the world. There are many nuggets to take away from this conversation, such as shunning the term 'bouncing back' in favour of acknowledging the 'upgrade' you gain in your new role as a mother and that our children are not blank canvas...