Postpartum University® Podcast

Send us Fan Mail 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 re...

Send us Fan Mail 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 ph...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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, p...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 m...

Send us Fan Mail Postpartum healing is a time that is often misunderstood and misrepresented in our culture.  Did you know that this period in a woman's life is actually a beautifully 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. In this e...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 f...

Send us Fan Mail 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 hap...

Send us Fan Mail 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 decad...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 motherhoo...

Send us Fan Mail 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 doula...

Send us Fan Mail 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...

Send us Fan Mail 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 sta...

Send us Fan Mail 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 tr...

Send us Fan Mail 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 Al...

Send us Fan Mail 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 n...

Send us Fan Mail 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 wo...

Send us Fan Mail 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, inflammat...

Send us Fan Mail 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 gen...