The Postpartum Season

In this episode, we discuss: Becoming a mum of two A challenging first postpartum experience Sleep deprivation and parenting a baby with a more challenging temperament Feeling validated and supported through residential parenting support Welcoming her second baby via an emergency caesarean under general anaesthetic Recovering from birth while grieving the loss of her dad The transition from one ch...

In this episode, we discuss: Alex's journey to motherhood while living overseas The days leading up to birth and becoming a first-time mum Recovering from a third-degree tear The shock of early postpartum and adjusting to life with a newborn The identity changes that accompany motherhood Initially resisting motherhood before embracing her new role Returning home with a newborn while living awa...

In this episode, Chelsea shares: Becoming a mother during the COVID pandemic  Her postpartum experiences with both of her boys Anxiety and mum guilt in early motherhood The transition from one child to two Why carving out time for yourself matters Running, boundaries, and showing up as your best self How motherhood changed her values and priorities Building Little Luxury alongside raising young ch...

In this episode, Paige shares her postpartum journey with her twins. We discuss: - Miscarriage and fertility treatment - Finding out she was expecting twins - Learning at 20 weeks that her daughter had a lung lesion - Living in survival mode during a complicated pregnancy - Delivering her twins at 34 weeks - Meeting her son and daughter for the first time - Her daughter’s surgery shortly after bir...

In this episode, Jenae shares: - Reaching 41 weeks before labour began - Labour starting after her waters broke overnight - Living 45 minutes from the hospital and travelling in labour - Acupuncture and other attempts to encourage labour progression - Giving birth to her son, Lucas - Experiencing an immediate postpartum haemorrhage - A delayed postpartum haemorrhage and ongoing recovery - Physical...

In this episode, Sonya shares: Becoming a mother after an unexpected pregnancy Returning to New Zealand after living in London Navigating pregnancy and postpartum during COVID The emotional impact of becoming the first parent among her friendship group Her experience of labour and birth with her daughter Odette Early postpartum challenges, cluster feeding and newborn life The importance of communi...

In this episode, Deborah shares her postpartum journey with her daughter, Cleo. We talk about: The days leading up to birth and concerns about reduced foetal movements Choosing an induction at 40 weeks Preparing mentally for birth and induction Preparing for postpartum with a postpartum doula and lactation consultant Feeling unprepared for the realities of postpartum despite practical preparation...

In this episode, Kim shares her postpartum journey with her son, Oscar. We talk about: Working right up until labour began Preparing extensively for birth but not for postpartum Going into labour unexpectedly after a busy final weekend A fast and positive labour and birth experience Meeting Oscar for the first time The immediate protective instinct after birth The surreal experience of those first...

In this episode, Makayla shares her postpartum journey across motherhood with her three boys. We talk about: Becoming a mum for the first time at 21 Going overdue and the emotional wait around Christmas Meeting her first baby Experiencing a postpartum haemorrhage shortly after birth Being separated from her baby in the first hours after birth The physical weakness and emotional impact of recovery...

In this episode, Laura shares her postpartum journey with her daughter, Winnie. We talk about: Preparing for postpartum with practical support like meal prep and organising baby essentials A planned caesarean birth due to transverse positioning Meeting Winnie for the first time Early recovery from a caesarean section and the challenges of limited mobility Staying at birth care and the value of 24/...

In this episode, Julia shares her postpartum journey with her daughter, Cameron. We talk about: Pregnancy with hypertension and preparing for an induction A vaginal birth with a third-degree tear and postpartum haemorrhage Going to theatre after birth  Cameron’s low glucose readings and time in special care and NICU The emotional experience of being discharged while Cameron remained in hospital Tu...

In this episode, Laura shares her postpartum journey with her son. We talk about: A fast labour and the experience of birthing shortly after arriving at hospital Her sense of strength and awe following birth Time in birth care and the support it provided in the early days Adjusting to life at home Creating a meal train and receiving community support in the postpartum period Living with her mother...

In this episode, Tamsyn continues sharing her postpartum journey with her son, Benjamin. This is part two of a two-part conversation. We talk about: The months following the early postpartum period Sleep deprivation and its impact on mental health and daily life The strain that exhaustion can place on relationships Seeking support through a sleep consultant The influence of social media and compar...

In this episode, Tamsyn shares her experience of the early postpartum period with her son, Benjamin. This is part one of a two-part conversation. We talk about: Pregnancy with high blood pressure and planning for induction Expectations of postpartum and feeling unprepared for what followed A long induction process  A rapid labour and birth after waters were broken Meeting Benjamin for the first ti...

In this episode, Lauren shares her postpartum experience following the birth of her son, Hayden. We talk about: The final days of pregnancy and the unexpected onset of labour A rapid birth and postpartum haemorrhage Recovery in the early days, including blood transfusions and feeding support The transition home and the emotional weight of those first weeks Postpartum anxiety and the impact of trac...

In this episode, I introduce  The Postpartum Season Podcast  and shares my own experience of the postpartum period. We talk about: Becoming a mother and reflecting on the first eleven months postpartum  The beauty of the newborn phase and early days with a new baby  Changes in relationships and navigating parenthood as a couple  Finding connection and community with other mothers  The small, every...

The Postpartum Season Podcast. Honest postpartum stories. Helping mothers feel seen & less alone. Episodes coming soon.