Best Postpartum Repletion Podcasts (2025)

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The Missing Partner in Postpartum Care: Why Excluding Fathers Harms Maternal Health | Eric Stein EP 241 30:03

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Send us a text As a postpartum provider, you already know the postpartum anxiety and postpartum depression epidemic is real. But we are avoiding a massive blind spot. We’re talking about the missing partner in postpartum care—the fathers. Eric Stein, co-founder of Restorative Roots (the nationwide postpartum meal delivery service), to dive deep int…

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A Functional Approach to Postpartum Intrusive Thoughts vs. Postpartum OCD EP 240 40:29

7d ago40:29

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Send us a text Let's be real: telling a terrified mom that her horrific intrusive thoughts are "normal" is only half the story, and it's not good enough. This episode is your new essential guide. We're cutting past the surface talk about "scary thoughts" and diving deep into the neuroscience of what's actually going on. Your client's brain is doing…

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Postpartum Gut Health and The Mother-Baby Microbiome | Anu Simh EP 239 29:25

15d ago29:25

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Send us a text Postpartum providers, let's be direct: Your clients are exhausted, anxious, and let down by the current system. This episode with functional health expert Anu Simh gives you the unfiltered truth about postpartum recovery. We're destroying the "bounce back" myth and focusing on root causes: the massive changes in the mother-baby micro…

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The Invisible Mental Load - Why Mothers Are Breaking Down EP 238 25:39

22d ago25:39

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Send us a text Your postpartum clients aren't just "busy"—they're breaking down. Here's the truth your assessments are missing: The invisible mental load is a chronic state of cognitive overload that's hijacking her body. This isn't a failure of willpower; it's a physiological response to chronic stress that causes everything from unexplained anxie…

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Making Postpartum Beautiful | Courtney Boylan EP 237 23:11

29d ago23:11

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Send us a text This episode rips into the postpartum care crisis and why the current system fails new mothers. Maranda hosts Courtney Boylan, founder of Le Lolo, a brand dedicated to transforming sterile, clinical postpartum essentials into beautiful, functional, and empowering tools. Courtney shares her personal struggle with postpartum mental hea…

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When It's Not Depression - Misdiagnosed Mental Health in Postpartum EP 236 41:33

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By Maranda Bower, Postpartum Nutrition Specialist

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From Isolation to Collaboration: Building Your Postpartum Provider Community | Brooke Harmer EP 235 38:02

1M ago38:02

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Send us a text In a world of fragmented perinatal, postpartum and maternal care, collaboration is a radical act of healing. This episode challenges the status quo by diving into a conversation with perinatal nutrition expert Brooke Harmer, who shares her own journey from feeling like an 'outsider' in the perinatal and postpartum space to becoming a…

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The 5 Sciences of Postpartum Nutrition (It's Not Just Nutrition) EP 234 26:01

2M ago26:01

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Send us a text The truth about postpartum nutrition goes way beyond kale smoothies and multivitamins. For too long, women's healthcare has failed mothers, leaving them to seek answers from online influencers and fads. But as a provider, you're ready to do more. This is a deep dive into the five interconnected sciences that truly shape a mother’s he…

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Is It Postpartum or Perimenopause? | Lauren Tetenbaum EP 233 27:05

2M ago27:05

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Send us a text As a postpartum professional you've likely seen the confusing overlap between postpartum and perimenopause, especially with women having babies later in life. Our conventional medical system treats these two distinct phases as separate, leaving women feeling lost and often misdiagnosed. This episode tackles the key signs and solution…

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Sacred Meets Science: The Real Reason Providers Enter Postpartum Care EP 232 29:35

2M ago29:35

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Send us a text For so many postpartum care providers—from doulas and lactation consultants to doctors and therapists—the journey into this field is less of a convenient career path and often, more of a spiritual calling based on deeply personal experiences. Maranda's getting right to the heart of the matter. She reveals the shocking truth about the…

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5 Things Every Postpartum Provider Wishes They Learned in School EP 231 31:53

2M ago31:53

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Send us a text If you’ve ever felt like your professional training left you unprepared for the realities of postpartum care, you’re not alone. This episode tackles the massive gaps in our education system that leave perinatal professionals—from doulas to therapists—under-resourced. It’s a candid look at the biggest blind spots in the industry and w…

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Regulating the Postpartum Nervous System | Ja'Neen Jenkins EP 230 33:36

3M ago33:36

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Send us a text What if the current "broken" postpartum care system isn't really broken... but just incomplete? Maranda sits down with Ja’Neen Jenkins, a licensed professional counselor, certified childbirth educator, doula, and postpartum nutrition expert through Postpartum University, brings a rare blend of clinical expertise and personal experien…

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We Took the Postpartum Nutrition Certification & Here’s What Happened EP 229 48:33

3M ago48:33

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Send us a text What does it really take to be a postpartum professional who delivers results? In this powerful behind the scenes episode, Maranda sits down with 2 CPPNS, Certified Postpartum Nutrition Specialists; Brooke Harmer and McKayla Broadhurst to reveal how the Postpartum Nutrition Certification radically transformed their careers. They get …

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The Postpartum Restoration Method™ EP 228 37:00

3M ago37:00

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Send us a text If you've felt the current postpartum care system isn't enough, leaving new moms struggling with postpartum depression, anxiety, or autoimmune conditions, this episode is for you. Maranda unveils her Postpartum Restoration Method™. It's not a quick fix, but a holistic, root-cause approach already empowering thousands of providers—fro…

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Does Breastfeeding Cause Postpartum Depression? EP 227 27:05

3M ago27:05

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Send us a text Let's get real about a conversation that's been making waves and honestly, stirring up a lot of confusion: Does breastfeeding cause postpartum depression (PPD)? If you've been working with new mothers or navigating the postpartum journey yourself, you've probably heard this claim, and it's time to dig into why blaming breastfeeding i…

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The Link Between Labor & Birth Medications and Postpartum Depression EP 226 33:00

4M ago33:00

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Send us a text This episode cuts straight to the core, revealing how common birth medications—Pitocin, epidurals, and antibiotics—are directly connected to this surge in postpartum mental health crises. Postpartum providers and advocates: You know the reality. More new moms are struggling with postpartum depression (PPD), anxiety, and autoimmune co…

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Postpartum Truths: Transforming Care When Modern Medicine Fails Moms | Janelle Lara EP 225 47:02

4M ago47:02

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Send us a text As postpartum providers, we're seeing it: new moms are struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety at epidemic rates—now affecting 1 in 3 women. This isn't normal; it's the number one complication of childbirth, and our current postpartum care system is clearly failing. If you're a healthcare professional, perinatal mental heal…

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The Postpartum "Mom" Brain: Understanding & Supporting The Rewiring Process EP 224 28:47

4M ago28:47

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Send us a text Ever wonder why your postpartum clients feel like they're in a fog, forgetful, or just plain different? It's not just "mom brain" as we know it. In this eye-opening episode, we’re completely shifting the conventional understanding of the postpartum brain and diving deep into the profound neurological rewiring that happens after birth…

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Healing the Healers: Stories of Motherhood, Burnout & Postpartum Mental Health | Corina Fitch EP 223 55:24

4M ago55:24

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Send us a text If you're a postpartum provider, you know the juggle: supporting new moms while often navigating your own intense motherhood journey, battling burnout, and feeling stretched thin. This episode gets real with midwife Corina Fitch & Maranda who share their deeply personal struggles with postpartum mental health – from depression to bip…

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The Truth About Postnatal Supplements: What to Recommend or Avoid EP 222 50:40

4M ago50:40

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Send us a text As a postpartum provider, functional health practitioner, and perinatal nutritionist, you're likely being asked daily: "What's the best postnatal vitamin?" But here's the uncomfortable truth: the supplement market, especially for postpartum nutrition, is a wild west, riddled with misleading practices and products that could be doing …

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The Neurological Impact of Birth Trauma | Dr. Maya Weir EP 221 29:33

5M ago29:33

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Send us a text Ever had a gut feeling that your client's postpartum depression or anxiety wasn't just about hormones? What if the real root is an unspoken birth experience, a wound that's been hiding in plain sight? This episode is a must-listen for anyone in perinatal mental health, functional health, or holistic postpartum care. Dr. Maya Weir pee…

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What Happens to Dads After Baby? The Science Behind "Dad Brain" EP 220 26:39

5M ago26:39

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Send us a text Dad brain is real: Men's brains change after baby arrives too! Ever wonder what happens to dads when a new baby enters the picture? We all know about the wild ride moms go through, but what about the silent, powerful transformation happening in partners? If you're a postpartum provider, perinatal mental health professional, or advoca…

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The Science of Matrescence | Jessie Harrold EP 219 34:21

5M ago34:21

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Send us a text As a postpartum provider or professional, it can feel like the standard "bounce back" narrative after birth just doesn't quite capture the profound shifts your clients are experiencing and you sense a deeper transformation happening beyond postpartum depression and anxiety. Get ready to have your understanding of motherhood completel…

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The Link Between Hormonal Birth Control and Postpartum Depression EP 218 36:50

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Send us a text Providers, let's challenge the standard 6-week checkup and the conversation around "default birth control". What if it's not just "standard care" but a MAJOR factor in the rise of postpartum depression and anxiety we're seeing? Is hormonal birth control a silent driver of postpartum depression and anxiety? It's time to connect the do…

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The Urgent Reality of Postpartum Psychosis | Aaisha Alvi EP 217 36:46

6M ago36:46

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Send us a text Think postpartum psychosis is just a scary headline? Think again. This powerful episode pulls back the curtain on a condition too often misunderstood and dangerously dismissed. Join us as we listen to Aaisha Alvi, a postpartum psychosis awareness advocate and survivor, whose raw and compelling story will challenge everything you thou…

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Postpartum Depression Is a Symptom, Not a Diagnosis EP 216 27:28

6M ago27:28

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Send us a text What if postpartum depression isn’t the problem itself… but a symptom of something much deeper? This episode is going to make you rethink everything you know about postpartum depression. Something fixable? I'm breaking it all down: the nutrient depletion, trauma, sleep loss, birth medications, toxins, and isolation that are wrecking …

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How to Differentiate Between Postpartum Anxiety vs. Normal Motherly Worries | Kathryn Lopez EP 215 34:26

6M ago34:26

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Send us a text Ever wonder if what a new mom is feeling is just "mom worry" or something more like postpartum anxiety? Maranda and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and perinatal mental health specialist, Kathryn Lopez, break it down in this episode. We're diving into how to tell the difference between those normal "mama" worries and when it m…

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My Personal Battle with Postpartum Bipolar Disorder EP 214 31:14

7M ago31:14

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Send us a text What happens when a postpartum provider becomes the patient? In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Maranda shares—for the first time ever—her lived experience with postpartum bipolar disorder. This isn’t a conversation wrapped in statistics and clinical jargon. It’s raw, it’s unfiltered, and it’s the story behind why she crea…

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Postpartum Core & Strength Recovery: What Every Provider Needs to Know | Dr. Jena Bradley EP 213 25:43

7M ago25:43

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Send us a text We’ve got to stop telling moms to “just wait six weeks and then you’re good to go. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jena Bradley, a postpartum physical therapist and core restoration expert. Together, we’re unpacking the biggest myths around postpartum movement and Dr. Jena reveals what providers really need to know for effective c…

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Is It Postpartum Depression or Postpartum Anemia? EP 212 18:25

7M ago18:25

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Send us a text What if the crushing fatigue, the anxiety, the brain fog, and the constant crying aren’t mental health issues at all—but signs your client’s body is depleted and screaming for help? The truth is; Postpartum depression symptoms mimic postpartum iron deficiencies and postpartum anemia. This episode takes a bold look at one of the most …

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Why Women NEED Fat - The Truth About Hormones & Weight Loss | Dr. Beth Westie EP 211 32:26

7M ago32:26

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Send us a text Postpartum weight loss isn’t what you think it is. We’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented topics in postpartum health: women’s weight. Dr. Beth Westie is here to set the record straight and blow your mind. If you’re a provider still talking about “getting your body back” or encouraging calo…

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Postpartum Autoimmune Disorders: From Symptoms to Root Cause Healing EP 210 22:26

7M ago22:26

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Send us a text Here’s the truth: 1 in 3 women will develop an autoimmune condition after giving birth, and hardly anyone in modern medicine is talking about it. What if the “normal” symptoms of postpartum—fatigue, hair loss, mood swings, brain fog—are actually the earliest signs of autoimmune disease and red flags that your client’s body is waving,…

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A Functional Medicine Approach for Better Postpartum Care | Jane Baecher EP 209 42:16

8M ago42:16

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Send us a text Postpartum care in the U.S. is broken—period. Women are left struggling with depletion, hormone imbalances, and autoimmune conditions with little to no real support. What if postpartum care wasn’t just about surviving but actually thriving? Today I'm chatting with Jane Baecher, co-founder and CEO of Anya, a revolutionary postpartum w…

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Microchimerism & Postpartum Health: How Your Baby’s DNA Affects Your Health EP 208 16:00

8M ago16:00

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Send us a text Did you know that a mother carries her child's cells inside her body for life? Not just emotionally, but physically. In this episode, we’re diving deep into microchimerism, the phenomenon where fetal cells remain inside a mother’s body forever. These cells are found in the heart, brain, bones—everywhere. Some research suggests they a…

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When Postpartum Doctors Get Postpartum Depression | Dr. Jessica Vernon EP 207 32:32

8M ago32:32

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Send us a text What happens when the doctors caring for postpartum women experience postpartum depression themselves? The truth is shocking—physician mothers are experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety at twice the rate of the general population. Dr. Jessica Vernon, OBGYN and perinatal mental health advocate shares about the lack of postpart…

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The 4 Stages of Postpartum Depletion [Sneak Peak] EP 206 38:14

8M ago38:14

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Send us a text Here’s the truth: Postpartum nutrition is the missing link in maternal health. The postpartum care system is broken, and we cannot afford to keep ignoring postpartum depletion. In this episode, I’m sharing an exclusive behind-the-scenes sneak peek into snippets of our Postpartum Nutrition Certification Masterclass, where we deep dive…

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From Solo Doula to Thriving Agency: How Postpartum Nutrition Changed Everything | Bryn Noe EP 205 30:57

9M ago30:57

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Send us a text Postpartum care is seriously failing moms, and if you’re a provider, you probably see it firsthand. Moms are burned out, running on empty, and dealing with hormone imbalances, mental health struggles, and autoimmune issues that no one is talking about. But here’s the thing—nutrition is the missing piece, and it can completely change …

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Mastering Intuition as a Provider: When to Trust Your Gut vs. Protocol in Postpartum Care EP 204 19:28

9M ago19:28

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Send us a text What if your gut instinct and intuition as a provider is the missing piece in truly supporting postpartum mothers? We’ve been trained to rely on tests, checklists, and data, but what if the most powerful tool we have isn’t something that can be measured? In this episode, I share a personal experience that shook me to my core—one that…

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How Does Postpartum Nutrient Depletion Affect Organ Function? A Conversation with Holly Stein | EP 203 31:02

9M ago31:02

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Send us a text The postpartum body is not designed to “bounce back” without deep, intentional nourishment—and the lack of education around depletion is failing mothers every single day. BUT… hardly anyone in mainstream medicine is addressing: nutrient depletion and its long-term consequences. If you've ever wondered why so many postpartum women str…

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Does the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale Really Work? EP 202 25:50

9M ago25:50

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Send us a text Is the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) Failing Mothers? What Providers Need to Know Postpartum depression screenings are essential—but are we actually identifying the mothers who need help? The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) is the standard tool used in postpartum mental health screenings worldwide. But here’…

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The Critical Role of Fascia in Holistic Postpartum Healing | Anna Rahe EP 201 34:27

10M ago34:27

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Send us a text Fascia isn’t just a buzzword—it’s the connective tissue system that supports and communicates with every part of the body. In this episode, Maranda and Anna Rahe, founder of GST Body, uncover why fascia is the missing piece in postpartum healing. We’re not just scratching the surface here. Anna explains why traditional methods like b…

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Celebrating 200 Episodes! + Bold Predictions for the Future of Postpartum Care EP 200 17:35

10M ago17:35

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Send us a text Celebrating 200 Episodes + Bold Predictions for the Future of Postpartum Care We’ve reached an incredible milestone—200 episodes of the Postpartum University Podcast! This moment is both a celebration of how far postpartum care has come and a vision for what lies ahead. Maranda reflects on her 15-year journey from doula and childbirt…

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A Safe and Healing Approach to Postpartum Fitness and Strength | Desiree Bartlett EP 199 29:42

10M ago29:42

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Send us a text Postpartum fitness isn’t just about “bouncing back” or crunching your way to a flat stomach. It’s about honoring the body’s transformation, healing, and regaining strength from the inside out. In this episode, Maranda sits down with fitness expert and prenatal/postnatal specialist Desi Bartlett to discuss what’s missing in traditiona…

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The Truth About Postpartum Weight Loss & The Dangers of "Bouncing Back" EP 198 26:08

10M ago26:08

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Send us a text The Truth About Postpartum Weight Loss & The Dangers of "Bouncing Back" Society loves to push postpartum weight loss tips and quick-fix solutions like having a “postpartum weight loss meal plan” or postpartum weight loss supplements, and it’s no secret there's postpartum weight loss threads all over Reddit and other online forums. Bu…

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Ditch the Big Goals: How to Embrace Simplicity for a Happier New Year EP 197 24:49

11M ago24:49

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Send us a text Are you feeling the pressure to set massive New Year's resolutions? I know I always do! But this year, I'm ditching the grind and embracing a "less is more" approach. In this episode, we're talking all about simplicity, from prioritizing rest and play to deepening existing relationships and cultivating sustainable wellness habits. We…

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The Power of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Postpartum Recovery | Kristin Hauser EP 196 33:27

11M ago33:27

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Send us a text Postpartum recovery is a sacred opportunity for deep healing and transformation, not just “bouncing back.” Kristin Hauser, an acupuncturist and herbalist, dives into the transformative power of Chinese medicine in postpartum care, breaking down the 'three golden opportunities' women have during their reproductive years—menarche, post…

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How to Overcome Postpartum Chronic Exhaustion EP 195 34:01

11M ago34:01

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Send us a text Motherhood is exhausting, but it's not just about sleepless nights. In this episode of Postpartum University, we dig into the hidden causes behind postpartum chronic exhaustion that go beyond the obvious. From mineral depletion and deficiencies to unprocessed trauma and societal pressures of being a mom, you'll uncover the real culpr…

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Mindfulness Tools to Help Moms with Postpartum Anxiety | Kelly Smith EP 194 33:40

11M ago33:40

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Send us a text Could Meditation Be the Key to Easing Postpartum Anxiety? Postpartum anxiety can be relentless and exhausting, leaving countless mothers feeling overwhelmed and sleep-deprived. Maranda sits down with Kelly Smith, global yoga & meditation teacher, founder of Yoga For You, to explore meditation as a practical tool for postpartum mental…

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Sober Motherhood: Thriving Without Wine in a Culture That Tells You to Drink EP193 29:09

12M ago29:09

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Send us a text The days of just trying to make it to "wine o'clock" to survive the stress of motherhood are over. There's a better way to thrive as a mom- without alcohol altogether. Today we're diving into an issue that's become so normalized in our society that we hardly question it anymore - the culture of drinking for moms. It's this joke, this…

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Beyond Baby Prep: How Providers Can Build the Perfect Postpartum Support Team | Kristin Revere EP 192 29:06

12M ago29:06

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Send us a text Ever feel like the postpartum care we’re offering falls short of what new moms really need? Maranda chats with Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, to explore a whole new standard for postpartum support—one that goes beyond baby prep and hospital bags. They’re here to talk about what it means to provide genuinely holistic, p…