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Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

Chelsea Barbine INHC, Postpartum Health Coach

118 episodes

2 days ago

Send us a text You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you ...

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Send us a text You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you ...

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Episodes (20/118)

Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

From Planned C-Section to Birth Trauma: What Led to Postpartum OCD with Jaimee Walters

Send us a text You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you ...

2 days ago

56 minutes

Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

For When You Don't Believe In Yourself

Send us a text Do you know the #1 thing most people lack? It’s not time, or money, or motivation — it’s belief in themselves. If you’ve ever doubted yourself as a mom, this episode is for you. Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your hea...

1 week ago

7 minutes

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Postpartum After Loss: From Anxiety to Peace with Catherine Baker

Send us a text Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of miscarriage, infertility, and postpartum anxiety. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and today I’m joined by mom and co-host of the What the Fertility podcast, Catherine Baker to talk about her motherhood journey. Before welcoming her first baby earth-side, Cat endured six losses—an experience that not only led to symptoms of postpartum anxiety but also made it difficult to even think about, let alone ...

2 weeks ago

45 minutes

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3 Tips to Managing Clutter with Little Ones: How to Protect Your Space and Your Sanity

Send us a text In this episode, postpartum health coach Chelsea Barbine dives into one of the never-ending challenges of motherhood—keeping your home (and mind) clear. Inspired by the return of her local supper club and reflecting on the power of gathering, Chelsea shares three simple, practical tips for creating a space that truly supports your mental health. From setting up designated drop zones to choosing safe, functional baby gear that complements your home, she breaks down how small shi...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

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What Most Moms Get Wrong About Postpartum Nutrition (and How to Fix It) with Holly Lockhoff, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN

Send us a text Are you skipping breakfast—or just surviving on coffee and adrenaline? In today’s episode, postpartum health coach Chelsea Barbine sits down with registered dietitian Holly Lockhoff, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN to unpack the biggest nutrition mistakes new moms make—mistakes that leave you exhausted, moody, and frustrated with “losing the baby weight.” You’ll learn: Postpartum protein: how much you need + easy ways to get itSugar cravings after baby—and how to handle them guilt-freeMeal p...

1 month ago

53 minutes

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Does the Newborn Stage Shape the Rest of Your Motherhood?

Send us a text What if the newborn stage set the tone for every stage of motherhood—not just in how you parent, but in how you care for yourself? In this episode, postpartum health coach, Chelsea Barbine challenges the myth that postpartum has an expiration date and explores why the habits and systems you create early on are what carry you through toddler tantrums, school drop-offs, and even the big kid years—without losing yourself in the process. Every stage of motherhood has its own versio...

1 month ago

10 minutes

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How this SAHM of 3 Gets Alone Time Every Day with Lyndsey Kampen

Send us a text How does a stay-at-home mom of three get alone time every day? In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with friend, client, and SAHM mom of three — Lyndsey Kampen — to share her unique motherhood journey through postpartum, loss, and raising kids in very different stages of life. With an 11-year gap between her middle and youngest, Lyndsey brings the perspective of a seasoned mom with a fresh understanding of the newborn trenches. You’ll learn: Why self-care doesn’t c...

1 month ago

1 hour

Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

From One NICU Mom to Another: 5 Tips to Care for You Too

Send us a text September is NICU Awareness Month. In this episode, postpartum health coach and fellow NICU mama Chelsea shares her top five tips to help you care for yourself while navigating this journey. Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to ...

1 month ago

11 minutes

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From Postpartum Depression to Postpartum Doula: a FTM’s Perspective on the Modern Day Village with Holly Kimbell

Send us a text When Holly Kimbell was pregnant, she found herself so fearful of birth that she was avoidant of receiving care. What the first time mom didn’t realize was that postpartum would feel even scarier than birth. By two months in, the first time mom knew that she needed therapy, but it wasn’t until her daughter’s first birthday that she finally got the treatment that changed everything. In today’s episode, Chelsea learns about Holly's journey through postpartum depression and p...

1 month ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

The 1 Planning Strategy That Can Reduce Partner Resentment and Postpartum Depression by 65%

Send us a text Ever wish your partner could read your mind after baby? Instead of hearing “How can I help?” imagine getting a text like, “I’m heading to the grocery store so you don’t have to tomorrow.” In this episode, Chelsea unpacks the ONE planning strategy that takes you from carrying the invisible load alone to actually feeling partnered. Related Episodes: How to Rekindle Relationship with Cecilia Mannella, MSW, RSW, RCC Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 ...

2 months ago

8 minutes

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Is Poor Gut Health Holding Back Your Postpartum Recovery? with Madeline Lauf

Send us a text Gut health may be “trendy”, but for moms and babies, it’s so much more than that. In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Madeline Lauf, founder of Begin Health, to unpack the hidden world of the gut microbiome and why it’s a game-changer for postpartum recovery, maternal well-being, and your child’s lifelong health. From how antibiotics at birth affect mom and baby, to the surprising ways your gut impacts mood, immunity, hormones, and even skin—their conversation goes benea...

2 months ago

48 minutes

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What I’d Tell a First-Time Mom If I Wasn’t Afraid to Hurt Her Feelings

Send us a text You think you know how to take care of yourself — and you do… but you’ve never done it while keeping another human alive 24/7. In this episode, Chelsea gets real about the massive shift from pregnancy (where everyone’s focused on you) to postpartum (where all eyes are on the baby)… and the part no one tells you: you are still the one responsible for your baby’s growth and development. From the science of co-regulation to why self-care can’t be an afterthought, this is the truth...

2 months ago

16 minutes

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She Went Home 4 Hours After Birth: What to Know About a Birth Center Delivery & Deciding on Baby #3 with Brittany

Send us a text Curious about what it’s really like to give birth at a birth center—and be home just four hours later? In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Brittany, a mom of three, to share her full birth story—from her water breaking in the middle of the night to delivering her baby in a calm, midwife-supported setting. She opens up about choosing a birth center after two hospital births, how this third experience felt completely different, and what it’s like to know with confidence th...

2 months ago

40 minutes

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The Truth About Breastfeeding Burnout and the Guilt No One Talks About

Send us a text What happens when breastfeeding starts to feel more like a burden than a bond? In today’s episode, Chelsea opens up about the unexpected emotional toll of ending her second breastfeeding journey — and why it was so much harder the second time around. From NICU separation to triple feeding, exclusive pumping, and pump schedules with a mobile infant and toddler at home, she shares the real reasons she chose to stop… and the guilt that lingered long after the final pump part was d...

3 months ago

22 minutes

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Postpartum or Perimenopause? What Millennials Need to Know About Life’s Next Period with Lauren A. Tetenbaum LCSW, JD, PMH-C

Send us a text Night sweats, mood swings, brain fog, midsection weight gain and fatigue - are all symptoms of the postpartum transition. They’re also symptoms of perimenopause. In today’s episode, Chelsea is joined by therapist, advocate, former attorney, and author of Millennial Menopause, Lauren Tetenbaum — aka The CounseLaur — to unpack why we need to be talking about the full spectrum of womanhood: from postpartum to perimenopause to menopause. With more women starting and gro...

3 months ago

35 minutes

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Becoming a Mom vs. Becoming a Mom of Two: Which Postpartum Season Is Harder (and How to Prepare for Both)

Send us a text Is going from zero to one kid harder than going from one to two? In this episode, Chelsea jumps on the social trend and breaks down the emotional, physical, and relationship shifts that happen in each postpartum transition — and ranks which one felt harder for her. Spoiler alert: 0-1 changed her. 1-2 challenged them. Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circ...

3 months ago

16 minutes

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What a Pediatric Sleep Consultant Wants Every Mom to Know with Sarah Bossio

Send us a text Postpartum sleep deprivation isn’t just about being exhausted — it impacts your patience, your mental health, your milk supply, postpartum weight loss, your relationships — it impacts everything. In today’s episode, Chelsea is joined by pediatric sleep consultant and owner of Your Zen Baby Sarah Bossio to talk about what’s really going on when sleep feels like a never-ending struggle with your children. Together they cover: The truth about sleep training (and why it’s so trigge...

3 months ago

55 minutes

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Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 Things to Include

Send us a text You’ve got a color-coded birth plan, your hospital bag is packed, and you’ve saved 87 TikToks about labor positions... But what about what happens after birth? In this episode, we’re diving into why having a postpartum plan (beyond your postpartum meals in the freezer and peri bottle) is just as important — if not more — than your birth plan. If you’re pregnant or in the thick of sleep deprivation in newborn life, this conversation will show you exactly how to stop overthinking...

4 months ago

14 minutes

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Breastfeeding Is More Than Supply and Demand: How to Increase Milk Supply with Valene McMorrow, IBCLC

Send us a text Struggling with low milk supply, pumping frustration, or wondering why breastfeeding feels harder than everyone says? In today's episode, Chelsea sits down with Valene McMorrow, IBCLC, to unpack the real reasons behind breastfeeding challenges—and why milk supply is about so much more than just “nursing more often.” We dive into what actually supports lactation (spoiler: mental health, nutrition, and rest are just as important as the latch), the truth about galactagogues, and h...

4 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

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Postpartum Recovery Simplified: 10 Recovery Essentials You Actually Need

Send us a text If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “top postpartum recovery products” at 2am… I see you. And this episode is for you. There’s SO much noise out there telling new moms what to buy, what to prep, what not to forget. But after going through it twice now, here’s what I’ve learned: You don’t need everything.You just need the right things.On this week’s episode of Postpartum Better, I’m breaking down the 10 recovery essentials I swear by—from the physical products that actually h...

4 months ago

26 minutes