The Postpartum Revolution

Have you ever worried that you're following in the footsteps of your own mother and drifting towards the same unpleasant habits? In today's episode we dive deep into understanding patterns from our own parents and how they affect our own lives and the lives of our children. In this episode I talk with Amelia Mora Mars, mom of 10 and founder of Mom Connections where she works as a psychotherapist and mom coach to women raised by emotionally unavailable mothers. She empowers women to break the cycle, heal their hearts, and reclaim their lives. As a mom, she too had to learn to overcome these wounds caused by her own mother. Through her personal journey, she was able to forgive her mom and change the way she mothered her own children. She supports moms to leave a lasting legacy of love for their children and generations to come. Amelia's story is very interesting and unique, yet, mothers all over the world have SO MANY similarities of unhealthy generational patterns between mothers and their children. Amelia founded Mom Connections to help give mothers the support and resources they need to start the journey of putting themselves first. She helps them gain the confidence to say no and set boundaries, and how to begin the “re-mothering” process. You can find Amelia's offerings on her site:Momconnections.com (She has a free webinar with more information about her process)You can connect with her on Facebook and Instagram @momconnectionsOr join her private Facebook group where she's creating her own tribe of support for all mothers: MomConnections Re-Mothering Tribe.As, always, help support this revolution by subscribing, reviewing, and joining our community, The Postpartum Revolution Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

*Gains weight during pregnancy* People: Oh cute, you're eating for two!*Gains weight postpartum* People: Ew, you need to start losing the baby fat ASAP.Why do people think that our bodies are ready to start bouncing back to an intense exercise routine and restricted diet IMMEDIATELY after giving birth? Postpartum is the time that you need to rest, replenish, and recover! Childbirth and infant feeding demand a lot from our body, and when we deny those demands, our health can suffer. Here's why: - 20 million women in America have an eating disorder. - Approximately 91% of women are unhappy with their bodies and resort to dieting to achieve their ideal body shape. - Only 5% of women naturally possess the body type often portrayed by Americans in the media.- 93% of individuals who identified disordered eating during their pregnancy are not identified by their providers. Jaren Soloff, a Registered Dietitian, an Internal Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and I discuss her experience with recovering from an eating disorder, how motherhood challenged her relationship with food and her body in ways she couldn't imagine,  the importance of practicing intuitive eating, especially around your children, and the dangers of restricting your diet while recovering from childbirth.Jaren is the founder of FULL CRCL, which provides nutrition counseling and lactation consultations to help both mom and baby thrive in motherhood. Informed by her own journey and the hundreds of women she has counseled, Jaren's experience comes full circle to support women in navigating pregnancy, birth, and postpartum from a simple and intuitive framework.You can receive Jaren's pre and post birth nutrition counseling or lactation counseling at her website: https://www.fullcrcl.co/aboutOr follow her on Instagram: @Fullcrcl_Check out her new cookbook:  The Postnatal CookbookJoin the Postpartum Revolution on FacebookQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Welcome to episode 38, where I am STILL baffled about the knowledge gap, the misinformation, lack of information, contradictions, the high morbidity and mortality rates for pregnant and postpartum people, and all other failures in our healthcare system.  We have to do better.Today, I talk with Tanya Tringali, another badass individual trying her best to provide real care and support to our postpartum and pregnant women. Tanya is the founder of Mother Wit Maternity Services. She is a Certified Nurse Midwife with 20 years of experience in Maternal-Infant health. She is also a NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Crossfit Level 1 and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach. Tanya grew frustrated with the medical system and decided to do better for her clients. She stepped out of the system and created a holistic care program that closes the postpartum gap (let's be real, "void" might be a better word) by providing education, advocacy, and a comprehensive program of postpartum care. We talk about what to do during the first 2 weeks postpartum, what the 6 week exam is (and is not), what doctors know (and do not know), what informed consent really means, and how to wade through the sea of misinformation that's out there to find the answers and the care team that is right for YOU.We also mention the IRTH app - Birth without the Bias, it's like Yelp for maternity care. This app is something that ALL birthing people, specifically people of color, should use to help share experiences, rate providers and hospitals, and get the healthcare they deserve. So, BIPOC birthgivers - share your experiences! White birthgivers - l i s t e n to the experiences of BIPOC people and choose your providers accordingly. Again, White folks, we are here to l i s t e n (not speak) and vote with our dollars and choice of providers. Bottom line: you deserve a team who takes the time to educate you, listen to you, honor your choices, and support your recovery after childbirth. Periodt.Connect with Tanya:www.motherwitmaternity.com - book a FREE consultation with Tanya if you are interested in joining her amazing program. Follow her on IG: @mother.wit.maternityConnect with Annie:Postpartum Revolution FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657837214948980Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullbloomwellness603/Full Bloom Wellness FB: https://www.facebook.com/fullbloomwellness603www.fullbloomwellness603.comAs always, like, comment, and share this podcast so this revolution can make some waves! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

Trauma exists on a spectrum, so why do we only take the big “T” trauma seriously? What about the little “t” trauma that happens to SO many mothers during pregnancy and childbirth? If providers can't recognize trauma, then how can it be treated?Many of these questions and more were answered in today's episode with Emily Lapolice, a clinical social worker and trauma center trauma-sensitive yoga facilitator (TCTSY). We discuss HOW trauma so often occurs in pregnancy and birth experiences, WHY this is more common than not, and WHAT we can do to fix it. Emily is a certified yoga instructor specializing in work with trauma, anxiety, and perinatal mental health and at 60:22 she offers a mini practice on being present and truly listening to your body's needs. Check out the book Emily contributed to here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/645679/embodied-healing-by-jennifer-turner/Visit her website: https://www.iwtherapies.comLearn more about TCTSY: https://www.traumasensitiveyoga.com/Sign up for TCTSY trainings: 3-hour Intro Workshop in March20-hour Training in April Emily is currently involved in research projects studying TCTSY applications in the perinatal and Native American / Indigenous populations.As always, follow the Postpartum Revolution Facebook Group!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

Warning friends, this episode is explicit. So hold on to your hats because today is all about truth bombs and real talk. Joining us we have, Melissa Cioffi, a pelvic health PT, whose story begins fresh out of  school where she jumped into corporate healthcare and was ready to change some lives… only, that's not what really happened. Four years later and Dr. Mel realized that the system was failing her patients, doctors, and herself. So, she said f*ck the system and set off on her own practice. Now, Melissa is doing her diligence to provide the public with knowledge and power. Today she's here to help give her tips to seeing a pelvic PT without an MD script, knowing what questions to ask when looking for the right healthcare provider, and when to leave your provider when something isn't rightShe also has some FREE resources for your pelvic health including her own podcast; Finally Fearless and new eBook; Finally Floored- Learning All About a Part of Your Body You Never Knew Existed AKA the Pelvic FloorDownload the PDF hereYou can also find her at her website at yournewquest.comOr follow her on Instagram: @dr.mel_ptJoin the Postpartum Revolution Facebook Group so we can grow this community and have more power.Enjoying The Postpartum Revolution Podcast? Click that subscribe button and leave a review! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Are you ready to make some changes and take action with this revolution?Now is the time! And my friend, Joy Burkhard, is helping lead the way. “Joy is the founder and executive director of 2020 Mom a non-profit social change organization aggressively working to close gaps in maternal mental health through education, awareness, and advocacy.”We discuss some of Joy's big projects happening in 2021, which include Mom Congress and TheBlueDot Project.Mom Congress endorses federal policies that support mothers during birth and postpartum. A few changes in the works include paid family leave, affordable childcare, maternal mental health, maternal mortality, Black maternal health, and support for working moms.TheBlueDot Project focuses on maternal mental health and creates a community that combats the stigma and shame of these disorders. If you want to see this revolution soar, please take action to support the changes you want to see in the world. We know you're a busy parent, so Joy and her team made it easy to join.The goal is to have as big of a voice as the AARP and NRA and we can do it if we stick together and speak up!Need more inspiration to get involved? Check out the Maternal and Mental Health Forum March 24-26, 2021 and you get a discount for being a part of the Postpartum Revolution! Use Promo Code: PPREVO2021Join Mom Congress:https://www.mom-congress.com/get-involved-individualsYou can also read more about the TheBlueDot Project here:  https://www.thebluedotproject.orgTo learn more about 2020 Mom, check out the website for even more projects and ways you can help this movement. https://www.2020mom.org/To find the article mentioned in the podcast about maternal mortality rates:https://www.vox.com/2020/1/30/21113782/pregnancy-deaths-us-maternal-mortality-rateJoin something worth sharing in 2021. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Part two of Rose Schieck's episode is here! Last week, Rose shared her experience of motherhood and how she struggled to find herself in the chaos... if you haven't listened to it yet, make sure it's on your list! Rose starts this episode by reading a powerful message from Barbara Brennan's book, Light Emerging. In part two, we dive a bit deeper into how our energies affect our children inside and out of the womb and how we can better recognize when we subconsciously act out from our own desperation. We continue the discussion on finding those pockets of space for yourself, even if it's one minute of breathwork or just staying in bed that little bit longer.We need to make ourselves a priority. We do this by letting go of perfectionism and taking time for ourselves. And Rose will unapologetically preach this message to whoever needs to hear it.Connect with Rose https://www.mamastewell.com/Instagram: @mamastewellFacebook: Mamaste WellJoin Rose's upcoming workshopRose's blogs related to today's episode: Your Energy Matters, MamaSelf TalkFollow me, your host, Annie on Instagram, and join the Postpartum Revolution on Facebook!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Rose Schieck did all the right things to prepare for her pregnancy, but what she didn't prepare for was motherhood and postpartum. Sleep deprivation, anxiety, and depression came full force once she jumped back into work 2 months after becoming a new mom.After a year of self-doubt, guilt, and way too little sleep, Rose decided she needed to do something for herself. She became a registered yoga teacher through the Yoga Alliance. With a new yogic lens, Rose was able to reevaluate her life priorities and begin walking the path of self-discovery. She continued her education by training to become an Energy Medicine Yoga Level one teacher and Reiki I & II Master. With new knowledge and a new appreciation for herself, she was able to prepare herself better for her second birth. Rose shares tips from her experience on how you too, can enjoy motherhood and start your own journey towards self-discovery. This is part one of the episode as we dive deeper into how to find yourself during motherhood. Connect with Rose https://www.mamastewell.com/Instagram: @mamastewellFacebook: Mamaste WellJoin Rose's upcoming workshopRose's blogs related to today's episode: Your Energy Matters, MamaSelf TalkFollow me, your host, Annie on Instagram, and join the Postpartum Revolution on Facebook!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

The first 3 months after childbirth are a tricky time (understatement of the year, I know). You want to feel fit and strong again, but are also immensely tired. Your body is sore, squishy, stinky, sweaty... you feel anything but sexy. You hear conflicting advice - should I rest? Exercise more? What's the best, fastest, safest way to feel at home in my body again? Who can I trust to guide me? Enter Lindsay McCoy.Lindsay is a busy mom of 4, dog owner, wife, birth doula, personal trainer, and co-founder of One Strong Mama, an online pre and post-natal exercise program.Lindsay has a classic story of having her first child only to realize there is so much wrong with the way women are prepared and set up for the birth of a child. She knew that the system was broken and she knew that she needed to change that.By her second child, she was able to prepare herself better for a much better experience. Lindsay understood that it wasn't realistic for a postpartum mom to go back to running 5+ miles a day, or back to CrossFit training just 6 weeks after birth. Between not knowing whether to rest or to exercise, our system sets us up for failure. Thus, Lindsay and her co-founder Lauren Ohayon created One Strong Mama.OSM is a very educational-based program that helps pre and postnatal women start small movements that will gradually lead them to their fitness goals, all in due time. She focuses on avoiding fear-based language and setting up the foundation of knowledge, so every woman can make the choice that fits their body and lifestyle needs.  Follow Lindsay to get her best tips and advice at:IG @onestrongmamaprenatalFB Group: One Strong Mama CommunityTo find her online pre & postnatal program go to her website at www.onestrongmama.comLindsay and Lauren also hav a podcast: One Strong Mama PodcastAnd, don't forget to join the Revolution and follow me, Annie, your host on:IG @fullbloomwellness603FB Group: The Postpartum RevolutionQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Welcome to week two of January and I am very excited to bring in Lindsey Vestal, who is just as passionate and excited to chat about pelvic health as I am. Lindsey is a Pelvic Health Occupational Therapist and also the founder of The Functional Pelvis, the first in-home pelvic health practice in New York City. Lindsey has a holistic approach for her clients and looks at the small, everyday changes that can really impact your pelvic health in a positive way. Lindsey has a touching story to begin her path in this direction and is very passionate about finding the right solutions for every person and their needs. We discuss how to regulate the nervous system, how to determine if you have an overactive or underactive pelvic floor, why kegels aren't always the answer and a better alternative to strengthening your pelvic floor. Lindsey has some great resources and an amazing program, Kegels That Work. Her program is made to be inexpensive and beneficial for every pre and postnatal woman. She also has a killer newsletter with weekly tips called The Humpday Hustle. Find these resources at functionalpelvis.comConnect with Lindsey on Instagram & Facebook12:03 Lindsey's approach for clients20:46 How to regulate nervous system 27:29 Overactive/Underactive pelvic floor (kegels aren't the answer!)38:25 An alternative to kegels58:22 Lindsey's message to the PP RevQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Friends, it's January which means there's still time to change your mindset for 2021. Who am I kidding, anytime is a great time to make positive changes but why not start now?Today's episode dives deep into the mindset of starting small sparks with just one little action to transition into the journey of healing your pelvic health. Healing the physical body is just the beginning, the emotional body cannot be ignored any longer. This episode features Lauren Ohayon, who is an internationally recognized Yoga + Pilates teacher specializing in core and pelvic floor issues, and has been teaching for the past two decades.She creates online exercise programs that are challenging, unique, safe, sustainable and life-changing.In addition to Yoga and Pilates Lauren is also certified as a Restorative Exercise Specialist™, in Neurokinetic Therapy® and in Anatomy in Motion.Although Lauren started her journey as a yoga and pilates teacher she soon honed into the pregnancy and postpartum world once her own motherhood journey began. She realized the knowledge gap in the pelvic health world and was motivated to create a program to help women across the board. Thus her own program was born. Restore Your Core is a step-by-step program for women to heal their core and the pelvic floor, and has helped thousands of people feel strong and confident in their bodies again.Follow Lauren on Instagram, or YouTube You can join her 24K member Facebook group hereOr find her website at www.restoreyourcore.comAs always, join the revolution on Facebook and help us spread the Postpartum Revolution message! Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email Annie at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

It's December, which means we're heading into the season of colder temps and less daylight, and it's a time I feel called to hibernate and store up some energy for these long winter months. I've already put up lights, candles, and a tree to create a cozy den for myself! It's something I've done for years, as an antidote to the bustling Holiday Season, where everyone is busy, over extended, and staying up late. That frantic energy during the darkest month of the year just doesn't sit well with me - it doesn't feel good to be out of sync with the seasons.  Ancient medicines like Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine describe Winter as a season of cool, wet, slow, feminine and quiet energies. So, to feel balanced and healthy we should lean in to the qualities of warm, dry, coziness and use the slow, quiet, feminine qualities  to rest, reflect, hold space, hibernate, and withdraw some of your outwardly focused energy and redirect it inward.That's what I'll be doing this December - slowing down, resting, reflecting, deepening connection to my community... and building season 2 of The Postpartum Revolution!I'd love to stay in touch over the break, so please follow me on Instagram @fullbloomwellness603 - you can join me in a daily 5 min morning meditation (or just cheer me on and hold me accountable to my own practice!). I would love to hear about what rituals and daily nourishing practices you're implementing in your life, and how you are creating more space for you during the hectic holidays. (let's start a Relaxation Revolution!) And, let me know what you want to hear more of in season 2! I love talking to change makers and learning more about how we can rise up together as a community and change postpartum culture for the better. Thank you so much for all the love, support, engagement, and inspiration for my first season - it's been a wild ride and a lot of fun... a bright spot in this strange year. I can't wait to share season 2 with you! KIT (that's "keep in touch" for anyone under 30 lol)thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comIG: @fullbloomwellness603FB: Full Bloom Wellness, LLCwww.fullbloomwellness603.comSupport the show

Have you ever wondered what a Pelvic PT uses for treatment? Like, does everyone need a set of vaginal weights, or an insertable wand to release tight muscles? And electric stimulation for the pelvic floor... what the what?!In today's episode, Blair and I talk about some common tools that you might find in a pelvic PT's toolbox, and who they might help and why. 1:39 Lube, knowing the differences between the three types of lube and the pros and cons of each. Brands we love: Good Clean Love, Uber Lube, Desert Harvest. More lube options here.9:24 Arousal Nonconcordance, Wet = aroused, right? Not as often as we are led to believe, hormones play a huge part, especially for postpartum moms. I highly recommend EVERYONE read the book: Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. 16:21 Vaginal Weights/Yoni Cones, Intimate Rose is a great brand22:49 Pelvic Wands, vibrating and regular31:56 Dilators37:25 the Ohnut, can help control depth of penetration during intercourse 39:16 Squatty Potty45:09 Splinting for Prolapse52:48 Pessaries 61:25 E-Stim & Biofeedback70:43 Bladder Pads vs Menstrual Pads, what's the difference*Disclaimer* neither Blair nor I are in any way sponsored by any of these companies/products. We are just providing, with our best knowledge, information that you should consider but not take as medical advice.We covered a lot of stuff here, but if we missed something you have questions about - reach out and ask! Connect with Blair:www.pregnancyandpostpartumpt.comInstagram: @pregnancy_and_postpartum_ptFacebook: Pregnancy and Postpartum PTConnect with Annie:www.fullbloomwellness603.comInstagram: @fullbloomwellness603Facebook: Full Bloom WellnessQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Alright, my Revolutionaries, grab your partner and give this episode a listen together. After you birth a child, you realize that your body needs to heal and get stronger to keep up with your kiddo, but what we don't mention is that the non-birthing parent needs to get strong too!The typical “prepare for baby” talk involves car seats and changing diapers. But, were you ever asked, “Are you physically strong enough to carry a 20 lb kettlebell around all the dang time?” Probably not… the physical demands of children are hard. And nobody warns soon-to-be parents of what their body is about to endure. The lifting, the pulling and tugging, the jumping, and more, our body is in the frontline of injury. You wouldn't put your body through a marathon without training, so why is parenting treated any differently?Today, I chatted with Jason Levine, an orthopedic physical therapist and a father of two girls. PT to PT, we discussed the physical demands of children, how you can prevent these child-induced injuries by getting creative with your daily movement and finding the right care based on your individual needs. Here are the links to Jason's amazing resources. (Seriously, join his FB Group for inspiring ways to bring exercise into you and your child's life!) The Powerful Parent Club Facebook GroupWebsite (Where you can find The Newish Parent Guide to Avoiding Unnecessary Pain): https://www.focused-physio.comInstagram: @thepowerfulparentclub@focusedphysioQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.com Support the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

“After trying all the things, and being in talk therapy for years, I realized that I don't have anything else to talk about… and I still had anxiety and panic attacks. I wondered, if the problem isn't in my head, then where is it? And then it hit me - the issue was in my body.” Overwhelm, lack of control, constant stress, and anxiety - sounds a lot like being a new parent, right? So how can we find time to ground and heal ourselves when we have so many demands on our time, our bodies… and so little support? Today I talked to Christa Gowen, a certified TRE (tension and trauma releasing exercises) provider, yoga instructor, and owner of Inside Out Healing. Her coaching practice helps to empower other mothers on a journey of healing trauma and doing deeply transformational personal development work.We discuss... - How unmet needs don't leave our bodies until they are met, and motherhood just serves to amplify these traumas- The commercialization of “self-care”... while bubble baths and a glass of wine are nice, it doesn't meet our deeper needs. - Dynamic self-care: this practice fills our cup and resets our nervous system in the moment, and it can be as simple as a quick breathwork exercise.- Intergenerational trauma, and how becoming a radical mother can heal the generations before us, and the ones who follow- Nervous system literacy - learning to cultivate self-love, self-compassion and self-awareness- Polyvagal theory, and why the way you breathe influences everything from your stress response and hormone levels, to pelvic floor functionBecause, as cliche as it sounds, you really do have to fill your own cup. And fill it until it overflows, mama… when you are a more balanced and regulated person, others will benefit as well. Self-care isn't selfish, it's what will break cycles of trauma and heal the world. Connect with Christa:www.christagowen.com: get your free download of The Ultimate Reset List or find out about her 4-week TRE & yoga virtual series (next one starts 11/15!)facebook.com/groups/theradicalmotherproject instagram.com/insideouthealingQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Today felt like a good day to talk about stress and the pelvic floor... so I had a good chat with myself about it.In this episode I talk about...The difference between a stressor and stressHow our bodies change in response to stressHow the pelvic floor responds to stressAnd how you can create and implement nourishing daily practices that either balance out the sympathetic stress response or discharge all that excess fight/flight energy so that your body can get back to balance.There's a little breath work practice in there too, something simple and effective to start relieving the stress response in your body.⠀I'll leave you with one of my favorite mantras, one that has been my go to during these last few weeks...“May all beings everywhere be happy and free, and may the thoughts, words, and actions of my own life contribute in some way to that happiness and to that freedom for all”Find me on FB and IG - fullbloomwellness603If you want to learn more about your pelvic floor through working with me, head over to my website www.fullbloomwellness603.com to schedule a free 15 min call or book a session.Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

It's time the standards change for all birthing experiences.There's a whole lot of trauma in a person's life that never gets the attention it deserves and is too easily brushed under the rug. How did we let this become the new norm?When it comes to birth, let's ask ourselves; is basic survival enough?NO! The patient's needs are not being heard. The providers don't have the time to really listen, nor are they taught how to empathize in medical school. The side effects of birth trauma are more significant issues than we make them out to be. Something CAN be done if we stop being quiet and nice and start to give give real, honest feedback. No more: "Everything is fine." - "I'm okay." - "The baby is healthy, and that's all that matters."Instead, we need to empower women to talk about their feelings and advocate for  themselves. That's why I was so happy to invite Dr. Tracey Vogel, a practicing OB anesthesiologist and a certified Sexual Assault Counselor, on to talk about what can be changed in the labor and delivery units so that birthing people feel seen, heard, and supported.Tracey truly is the definition of the Postpartum Revolution. Dr. Vogel is fighting to bring attention to this trauma, and she is a strong advocate for consistent feedback to the medical system. Dr. Vogel gives women a voice to make a change. Tracey learned many of her skills for trauma informed care while becoming a rape counselor. She's combined her experience and knowledge as an anesthesiologist with obstetrics and has some unique ideas for the healthcare world. In today's episode, we talk about the importance of informed consent and how the patient's needs should be discussed ahead of time. What-if scenarios should be a real discussion with actual back-up plans. "Part of fear is lack of understanding and lack of knowledge."There is no black and white answer to the issues. It takes some creativity to navigate the gray areas and find the right solution for both parties. Tracy has created a center that is giving women the power to have their voices heard. She's creating structured plans, investigating fears, and bettering communication across the board! Everyone deserves a positive birth experience. Want to work with Tracy? Check out her website http://www.theempowermentequation.com/You can also share your story, read about other birth experiences, or write a grievance on her website.Twitter @TraceyVogelMDAre you a member of The Postpartum Revolution's Facebook group? Join us!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

First trimester: nauseaSecond trimester: eat all the things! (but don't gain “too much” weight)Third trimester: heartburn, still eating all the things and watching the scaleFourth trimester: time to go on a diet to lose the baby weight! This old familiar pattern is so engrained in our lives.. it's in movies, diet culture, blogs, memes... so this all must be normal right? Nothing we can do about it, it's all just part of the sacrifice birthing people sign up for when they decide to become parents. Right? Wrong. I talked with registered dietitian and perinatal nutrition specialist Shelby Guptill about how we can nourish ourselves throughout our pregnancy and postpartum journeys. And guess what? Nausea, cravings, heartburn, bloating... they're common, but not normal! AND there's a way to combat these ailments through food. No fad diets. No miracle products. Just a food first, supplements second approach to nourishing the birthing person along their journey. And the best part? Shelby is here to teach you how to do it! (aka no more google rabbit holes, judgey mom blogs, and wasted money on supplements your neighbor “heard were helpful”). Our postpartum bodies need to be nourished with whole foods, not deprived of calories. In fact, Shelby argues that we need MORE nutrients, food variety, and calories so that we can heal our bodies and feed our infants. We also talk about weight gain and weight loss, the BS that is BMI, and how to start listening for that deep inner wisdom that we all possess (it's still there, despite all the doubts that we have been taught to fear!). Nourishing ourselves is a lifelong pursuit, and pregnancy is the perfect time to start. Connect with Shelby:shelbyRD@thelunacenter.com603-609-7502IG @shelbyguptillRD FB @ShelbyGuptillNutritionCounselingAre you a member of The Postpartum Revolution's facebook group?  You can find Shelby's free Prenatal Nutrition Handout there!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Female hormones are finally getting their time in the sun - and everyone wants to talk about "how to balance our hormones"... but is anyone asking WHY our hormones are out of balance? During early postpartum, a period of hormonal imbalance is just a part of the deal - childbirth changes our bodies and our hormones are no exception. Our systems are designed to find balance again, but the conditions must be right... this is why ancient wisdom teaches that rest and  restoration during the 4th trimester is so vital. But here in modern day America, motherhood is anything but rest... we are overworked, underfed, and overtraining all in the name of "health". Enter Erin Holt. Erin is a functional medicine nutritionist who takes the term "nutrition" to a whole new level... it's not just what we eat, it also includes how we are (or aren't) nourishing ourselves holistically, and her  "unique" approach to hormone health addresses the whole picture.We talk about how...- Hormones are not the chief problem - hormones are RESPONDING to the chief problem- No one has cured anybody by correcting a lab value: lived experience first, labs second. - Thyroid meds without a life that supports your thyroid doesn't cut it. -  Our culture  has no idea how to handle postpartum depression and grief (the grief associated with loss of self), so we easily fill the hole with trying to "fix" - dieting, etc.- We've been taught that our bodies are something to fear, to not trust, and we've divorced ourselves from our bodies. So, lab values and supplements aside, how do we heal hormones? (hint: it's not exercise and calorie restriction like we've been told). In order to reclaim our female bodies, to understand that we are not broken, flawed, crazy, etc.  we need to:- Set boundaries - we cannot continually give to others- Feed ourselves completely with adequate calories and nourishing foods - Manage our stress response - Learn how to quiet down to listen to our body's natural rhythms - tracking how our energies cycle with our menstrual cycle/the moon.- Let our intuition guide us out of the chaos that is modern day AmericaConnect with Erin:https://www.erinholthealth.com/ InstagramThe Funk'tional Nutrition podcast - available wherever you listen! Other Resources:6 Tips for Moms Who Don't Have Time To EatBody Full of Stars - Molly Caro MayQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Postpartum has it all - depression, anxiety, rage, joy, fear, love, frustration, happiness, grief... yep it's the full spectrum of emotions, sometimes all in one day. We hear about it sometimes, whispers of mental health struggles, but like the rest of the mental health world, it's not talked about openly. So how the heck do we deal with that? How do we know if we're okay? How do we ask for help?That's what I talked about with maternal mental health counselor, and new mom herself,  Mary Sanker. How can we navigate this postpartum period and still feel like ourselves? How do we find support when the world we live in offers no village? Mary teaches us how to make subtle shifts by slowing down, taking stock, and moving towards what feels true to you. The first steps are not sweeping life changes, it's just doing the one small thing that's next. Listening to your body, letting go of unrealistic expectations of what you "should" be doing, and do what feels true. That's the beginning of your path.We also talk about the scary stuff, the times when it's more than "just the baby blues"... and Mary shares the most beautiful insight into what's actually going on in someone's brain when their minds are consumed with harmful thoughts. Her message to postpartum people: you're a mother, not a martyr - you do not have to continually abandon yourself for some productivity output, or unspoken expectation that isn't serving you or your child. Connect with Mary:Instagram @the.new.mom.therapistwww.marymartina.comThe New Moms Group starts Oct 22 - more info on her websiteAdditional Resources:Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/Innate Traditions, Rachelle Garcia Seliga  https://www.innatetraditions.com/Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall KimmererBody Full of Stars by Molly Caro MayQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

As a pelvic PT, I get asked the same questions a lot, so I thought I'd record an episode talking about the most common things postpartum people ask me. So, here's what I want you to know about your pelvic floor:- It needs time and rest to heal during the first 6 weeks postpartum- A happy pelvic floor lives in a calm and rested body, so why are we so resistant to rest?- Leaking pee is not normal (and while I'm at it, a word about the word "normal)- Painful sex is not normal- Constipation is not normal- Prolapse happens, and it doesn't have to be scaryWe don't know our pelvis very well, due to lack of information and proper education... and unfortunately we humans tend to fear what we don't know. The purpose of my career, and this podcast, is to educate people. Because education is the antidote to fear and anxiety. Sure, we can be in a crappy place, but if we understand why and how to get ourselves out of it, we're ok. I want you to feel confident and empowered to take your postpartum healing into your own hands, ask for what you need, and find the team to support you, so you can ride off into the sunset like the badass mother that you are. Additional resources:EWG Healthy Living app Come As You Are - Emily NagoskiReviving Your Sex Life After Childbirth - Kathe WallaceConstipation, Gut Health and Melatonin episode 76 of The Funk'tional Nutrition PodcastGet in touch with me!www.fullbloomwellness603.comInstagram and Facebook @fullbloomwellness603Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Wait, I thought this wasn't a parenting podcast?? (It's not.) Think back to the sex education you received as a kid... chances are, it wasn't all that informative or empowering. And we all muddled through our lives, probably ashamed of our bodies in some way, scared of sex (but also intrigued), figuring out our boundaries as we went. Hopefully we made it to adulthood unscathed (sadly, this is unlikely - 1 out of every 6 American women has been the victim of an attempted or completed rape in her lifetime, according to RAINN). Ok, now here we are, entering our own parenting journey... will we let the cycle continue? The shame, inadequate knowledge, fear... I guess we made it through ok, so let's just hope for the best? I wouldn't judge you if you did... how can we teach what we don't know, or model behaviors we've never seen, all while possibly facing some major demons from our own past? It's overwhelming. But I have great news...Caiti Courtier saw these struggles and created a solution. She saw how the kids in her Health classes were asking the same basic questions about sex, about their bodies, about love, about relationships... how they were hungry for knowledge and just begging for someone to give them the honest truth, no frills, no judgement. And she did the best she could in the classroom, but public education systems are so diverse, it's not possible to "get it right" when talking about anything other than human anatomy and function. So, who is left to teach these kids? PARENTS. And so The Parent Sex Ed Blueprint was born.This episode is a goldmine of information: practical methods, pro tips, fun facts, and why changing the way we understand our bodies can change the world. Seriously. Connect with Caiti:caiti@theparentsexedblueprint.comInstagramFacebook Join Caiti's Intentional Confident Parents group to connect with other parentsGo to www.theparentsexedblueprint.com to get Caiti's top 5 tips that parents need to know about sex edOther Resources:Clip from Conan O'Brien when his guest talks about throwing his daughter a period partyCome As You Are by Emily NagoskiThe Flower Model of Sexuality - Jo Adams & Carole Painter7 Levels Deep - Dean GraziosiQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

"We're staking our claim on a better way"Today I talked with Chelsea Skaggs, creator of Postpartum Together, about her journey into motherhood, in all it's realness: the battles she fought against her body, the bumps in the road to redefine her marriage, and the struggle to shed the "Pinterest perfect" expectations to become the parent she wants to be. After her first postpartum experience left her feeling empty and lost, she decided to "nerd out" on all things postpartum, hoping she could find a way to create a better experience for herself, and other struggling moms, the next time around. She developed a coaching program called Postpartum Together, where a big focus is helping moms look internally instead of externally for some of the answers on how to care for themselves and their family. She helps parents identify and prioritize their family values -  how do we decide what stays and what goes? how do we communicate what our root needs are? - and guides and supports them through the often messy process.Her big message for moms: you don't have all the energy in the world, so spend it being present on what matters to you. You don't have to impress anyone, and honestly, anyone you're going to impress is going to forget about it in like 10 sec. So DO YOU, do YOUR family values. Presence over performance.Connect with Chelsea:postpartumtogether.com FB and IG: @postpartumtogether Postpartum Sex: Back in the Sack eCourse - use code EMAIL for $5 off!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

“I want to show other women that it's ok to pursue the passions you had before becoming a mother.”⠀I had a chat with Rebecca Perkins Kwoka and it got me all fired up about...- federal paid leave policy, and how vital it is for families to thrive- representation in government... we need more womxn making policies, because the current policies in place leave so many folx behind, and that's just not ok- how parental - not just maternal - paid leave policies can help decrease gender based wage disparities- how supporting families with healthcare and paid leave actually has a great return on investment - physically, mentally, and economicallyWe need compassionate policy. We need more mothers making policy. We need your voice!“Come as you are into our society, and done be afraid of the little things you feel you lack.” -RPKAdditional Resources:Top 10 Competencies Desired for Modern Leaders:The most highly correlated characteristics for the “ideal modern leader” based on a survey of 64,000 people around the world:Expressive* Plans for future*DecisiveReasonable*Loyal*Flexible*Patient*Resilient Intuitive*Collaborative** = feminine characteristicSource: The Athena Doctrine, John Gerzema, BAV Consulting, WPP Group PLC, 2012Learn more about the facts about paid leave policy: The Paid Family and Medical Leave OpportunityConnect with Rebecca:voteforrebeccanh.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/voterebeccanhInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebecca_perkins_kwoka/ Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

"Can I bear to be with myself, can I bear to sit with myself... and not "fix" me?"Here's part 2 of my amazing conversation with Shaelyn Cataldo, where we dive deeper into the Recovering Good Girl and how Shaelyn learned to break the cycle of cultural conditioning that keeps women quiet and small: perfectionism, pleasing, and pretending. We talk about how girls are conditioned from a young age to stifle their sexuality, and how as adults we are taught to stifle our needs, feelings and struggles, and how this affects us "my needs matter, or else I get madder!"Take home message: your needs matter, ALL of your needs matter. And if your mothering doesn't include you… it's not complete. Be sure to check Instagram (@fullbloomwellness and @shaelyncataldo) for a fun challenge and a fantastic giveaway!Connect with Shaelyn:Instagram: shaelyncataldowww.shaelyncataldo.comCurrent Offerings on her website:- Free Self mothering 7 day challenge - The Recovering Good Girl - 6 month mentorship program- Mothering the Mother - group coaching program for mothersConnect with Annie:www.fullbloomwellness603.comFacebook + Instagram: @fullbloomwellness603Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

"I had the plans, the nursery done, childcare plans… but what I didn't know was that when I gave birth to my daughter, I also gave birth to my unmothered self... my baby needed me, and I had a part inside of me that needed me, to be nourished, to be tended… and the world doesn't teach mothers to take care of themselves postpartum" This is part one of a long discussion with Shaelyn Cataldo, who is an Authentic Self-Expression Mentor and creator of Mothering the Mother program, which is a group coaching program that centers mothers and helps them learn how to RE-mother themselves back to wholehearted living. In this episode we talk about Shaelyn's own journey into motherhood, her struggles with postpartum anxiety and depression "my control monster" and how it broker her wide open, which eventually led to where she is today, living an authentic and embodied life, and reaching out to women everywhere to help them do the same.Stay tuned next week for Part 2 of this discussion, where we dive deeper into the Recovering Good Girl and how Shaelyn learned to break the cycle of cultural conditioning that keeps women quiet and small: perfectionism, pleasing, and pretending. Be sure to check Instagram (@fullbloomwellness and @shaelyncataldo) for a fun challenge and a fantastic giveaway!Connect with Shaelyn:Instagram: shaelyncataldo www.shaelyncataldo.comCurrent Offerings on her website:- Free Self mothering 7 day challenge - The Recovering Good Girl - 6 month mentorship program- Mothering the Mother - group coaching program for mothersQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Today I talk with my friend Katie, and her unique birth experience being a "medical mom" x 2 (both sons went to the NICU, and both are now thriving!), coupled with her unique infant feeding journey as an exclusive pumper. Though her journey is unique in many ways, she shares many commonalities with the American birth experience, including: not knowing what you don't knowfeeling alone and unsupportedbeing dismissed and gaslighted by the medical community (your water didn't break, your clothes are dry, it was probably pee)not knowing how to accept help as a postpartum momShe also shares how "lucky" she was to have had extra services and postpartum medical support for her second son... things she wishes everyone had access to (without the requirement of having a heart warrior baby in the NICU for a month!) Connect with Katie:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/katie.ambrosestoutEmail: kca.stout@gmail.com Learn more about Mended Little Hearts:https://mendedhearts.org/https://www.facebook.com/MendedLittleHeartsNationalOrganization/ Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Warning: If you love the patriarchy, and celebrate dieting and body shaming, this is NOT the episode for you.“It would be one thing if spending our time and money to be thin and beautiful actually worked... but if you've ever been on a diet and reached your goal weight and you *still* hated yourself when you looked in the mirror you understand: it doesn't work.” - DBThis conversation with Dana Barron from Wellness Lately digs deep into the co-opting of “wellness”, the patriarchy, how we are culturally conditioned as children to self silence our intuition, and how all that shows up in full force during postpartum.Dana shares her journey into motherhood, and how doing the work of healing her relationship with herself, with food, and finding her voice was key in softening the blow that is the unsupported postpartum journey in America. But even she, a holistic health coach and intuitive eating enthusiast, didn't get through postpartum unscathed.Trust me, you won't want to miss this.And if you like the pod, a rating or review goes a long way in helping the show grow! Please and thank you! Connect with Dana: www.wellnesslately.comFacebook and Instagram: wellness_latelyJoin the Food Freedom Academy - group coaching for food and body imageFree Facebook group: Food Freedom CollectivePodcast: Wellness LatelyQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

What is vaginal steaming - aka pelvic steaming - aka yoni steaming? Well, if you have a pelvic floor, steaming is for you! This ancient practice is gaining popularity in the US, and is something that can support women throughout the lifespan - first menstruation, fertility, labor prep, postpartum recovery, menopause and post-menopause. I talk with Adrienne about how steaming promotes a healthy menstrual cycle, aids with labor preparation (which MUST be done under the guidance of a practitioner!), and can help with postpartum pelvic floor healing. We talk through the 4th Trimester Steam Study, a foundational study that showed promising results when it comes to many markers of postpartum healing. We also talk about the importance of self-care, rest, and how steaming promotes those things with a non-invasive, healing practice. Other cultures honor the sacred window of the first 30-40 days postpartum, but Americans don't. IMPORTANT: When steaming, you have to use the right tools - the right herbs, the right amount of time… work with a practitioner - Adrienne does virtual visits with people all over the world and can set you up for success!Connect with Adrienne:www.moonessence.life Facebook, Twitter, Instagram: moonessenceMERead the 4th trimester steam study: steamychick.com/4thtristudyCheck out the Fourth Trimester Bodies Project on Instagram: @stopcensoringmotherhood and @4thtribodiesInterested in participating in the next 4th trimester steam study?Email fullbloomwellness603@gmail.com or adrienne@moonessence.life Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Today I talk with Dr. Allyson Shrikhande about how to holistically to heal your pelvic floor during postpartum using a multidisciplinary approach. We talk about some of the "common but not normal" symptoms that postpartum people experience, including bladder urgency, frequency, and incontinence, painful intercourse, painful bowel movements, constipation, hemorrhoids, fissures, and UTI symptoms that won't go away. Dr. Allyson also talks about the importance of building a team of healthcare providers postpartum, and why it's best get in "early and often" for pelvic floor care (it's easier to fix when it's not a chronic problem!). We also talk about other pelvic pain conditions such as endometriosis, and what a "normal" menstrual cycle should feel like *hint - it shouldn't be so painful that you stay home from school/work! Bottom line: know your options, build your team, put yourself first, and don't let any physician normalize the symptoms you have!Connect with Dr. Allyson Shrikhande and her team:Instagram – @pelvicrehabilitationFacebook – /PelvicRehabilitationYouTube – Pelvic Rehabilitation MedicineTwitter – @PelvicRehabLinkedIn – /company/pelvic-rehabilitation-medicinePelvic Rehabilitation Medicine clinic locations: NY, NJ, FL, MD, MI, TX, IL, GA, DCThe Squatty Potty ad "this unicorn changed the way I poop" https://www.google.com/search?q=squatty+potty+youtube&rlz=1C5CHFA_enUS715US716&oq=squatty+potty+you&aqs=chrome.0.0j69i57j0l6.7200j0j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Have you ever wondered about acupuncture... in general, or during pregnancy and postpartum? I invited Andrew Clark on the show to talk about how this ancient science can help support and balance your body as it transitions through pregnancy and the postpartum period. He talks about how our body's changes are similar to the seasons, how we can find balance and ease through these changes, and how acupuncture can help replenish and restore the body in the postpartum period. I also learn a few new things (ok a lot of things, Andrew is a wealth of knowledge!) about how acupuncture can support labor, ease pain, and even turn a breech baby! Connect with Andrew:www.uprightacupuncture.com 603-686-8069uprightacupuncturenh@gmail.comFacebook: Upright Acupuncture & Wellness, LLC Instagram: @uprightacupuncturewellnessQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

I got to chat with author Beth Berry about her new, bestselling book, Motherwhelmed, and it was an affirming and empowering conversation to say the least! If you are a mother, this pod's for you!We talk about... - the standards in place on what being a “good mother” means, and how they have been written for us without our knowing.- how mothers *need* to have a community... your child needs you to have a community.- how unreasonable it is to expect a new mother to recreate a village of support during the most vulnerable moments in their life.- and how to rewrite our “shitty first drafts” so we can start to heal ourselves with love and compassionBasically, if there is ever a Postpartum Revolution academy, this book will be required reading! Beth Berry is a life coach, small group and retreat facilitator, mother of four daughters and author of the recently published #1 Best Seller Motherwhelmed. Follow her journey at www.revolutionfromhome.com. Connect with Beth on Facebook and Instagram @revolutionfromhomeQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

**Trigger Warning: pregnancy loss** When my friend Steven heard about this podcast, he reached out to share his story about the pregnancy journey he and his wife Robyn went through. Sadly, the difficulties that he and his wife faced are not uncommon. As I listened to his story, the I kept thinking that if this is the experience of a White, male physician... it makes sense why America's maternal mortality rates are the highest in the developed world and the only country to see these numbers continue to rise. We also talk about how poorly medical residents are treated during residency, why America needs paid parental leave, the difficulties of breastfeeding, and the struggle with postpartum isolation for new families. Steven also shares a bit about how these experiences have influenced how he practices as a Family Physician, and how he is still optimistic about the future of medicine.Connect with Steven:aussenbergfamilymedicine@gmail.com 520-329-0511Instagram + Facebook: @aussenbergfamilymedicineBONUS!Steven is licensed to practice in AZ, CA, GA and PA… and if you mention that you heard him on the Postpartum Revolution podcast, your first consult with him is free!Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

"We are the women of the village, helping the women of the village"Darcy and I talk about the early postpartum period, aka the fourth trimester, and how a postpartum doula can help with this life transition. New parents everywhere feel the strain as they welcome a new baby without an adequate support system, but it doesn't have to be that way! We talk about physical recovery, how to prepare yourself and your home, and what a doula can help with even during a pandemic. We discuss the implications of society's impossible standards surrounding postpartum recovery, and how we need to take radical personal responsibility during our transition into parenthood. We need to stake our claim, declare ourselves worthy, and build the support system we need to thrive. Not sure what you need? Hire a doula! Connect with Darcy:www.thedouladarcy.comOn Demand Doula Support: https://the-doula-darcy.teachable.com/p/on-demand-postpartum-doula-support/ Use coupon code TWENTYOFF Facebook @Doula Darcy Instagram @thedouladarcyPodcast: Your Birth, Your WorthQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Susan is a revolutionary thought leader in the pelvic PT and health coaching world, and in this episode she explains:- How your bowels can contribute to bladder leaking- The hormone-gut connection: serotonin, estrogen, cortisol are all affected by the health of our GI system.- How to eat to maximize your energy, support your recovery, and minimize brain fog, fatigue and the baby blues- Why we can develop food sensitivities and allergies “all of a sudden” during postpartum.- How to “weed, seed and feed” your gut microbiome so your GI system is happy and healthy.- Why we *must* balance our exercise and activity with rest, and how exercising too hard on an under-fueled system can actually result in more bloat and weight gain.- How to set up SMART goals to achieve your vision of a healthy and thriving life.- The bottom line: we have to rebuild our foundations for postpartum GI health. Find the first building block in your foundation and start there... don't try and overhaul the whole system at once. Start simple, and be consistent!-- Because we deserve to THRIVE, not just survive, during early parenthood --Connect with Susan:www.embody-pt.com Email:  susan@embody-pt.comFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/susan.c.clintonTwitter:  https://twitter.com/SClintonPTInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/sclintonpt/Linked In:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancclinton/Global Women's Health Initiative (GWHI) www.gwhi.comTough to Treat Podcast www.toughtotreat.comThe Genius Project Podcast www.thegeniusptproject.com Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Today I talk with Blair about a range of postpartum topics, including prolapse, how C-sections don't necessarily mean a healthy pelvic floor, how to balance mental health during physical recovery, "safe" postpartum exercises and how fear keeps us weak. We talk about sex after prolapse, how many times it takes to get the right pessary fit, queefing and incontinence after orgasm, and why relaxing your pelvic floor muscles can actually improve things. Connect with Blair:www.pregnancyandpostpartumpt.comFacebook PregnancyandPostpartumPTInstagram @pregnancy_and_postpartum_ptQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Today I talk with Jackie about her experience with postpartum anxiety and depression: how it blindsided her after a blissful pregnancy, how she survived it, and how she had to learn to rewrite her own narrative to find her way as a mother. We talk about how motherhood is not a one-size-fits-all experience, and how she realized that she had to dismantle the Institution of Motherhood and rewrite the definition of Mother to include who she is. We also talk about grieving the loss of Self, harmful Pinterest-perfectionist standards, and the support needed to navigate early motherhood in a way that honors the mother's journey. Connect with Jackie: empowermentforresilience.com eatingheryoung.com Facebook and Instagram: Empowerment for Resilience Eating Her YoungQuestions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show (https://ko-fi.com/thepostpartumrevolution)

Stephanie is a pelvic health PT who specializes in prenatal and postpartum care. Today she shares her journey through fertility challenges, how she healed her hormones, and revolutionized her exercise routine to enhance her health. We also talk about how she went into birth and postpartum uninformed (yes, healthcare professionals are uninformed about birth and postpartum too!), and how she empowered herself to speak up during her recovery. She talks about how to exercise following your menstrual cycle to enhance your energy and maximize results, how pelvic PT should be routine for every postpartum person, and the one message she wants every person to hear. Connect with Steph: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/scwellnesstechnique/YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNb3PvzYhwZR_mdKgwQzGogWebsite:scwellnesstechnique.comAlissa Vitti + MyFLO app:https://www.floliving.com/FitrWomen: https://www.fitrwoman.com/Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

Today I'm talking with Taylor Davis, a mother, doula, childbirth educator, birth activist, and doula trainer. We take a look at how an empowered birth can set the stage for a nourishing postpartum, and Taylor shares her advice on how to create an empowered birth environment, because creating an empowered birth is an act of revolution. Connect with Taylor:https://www.taylordavisdoula.com/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TaylorDavisDoulaInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/taylordavisdoula/Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show

Hi! I'm Annie, and I just wanted to introduce myself, and share some of my story about how I got here, sitting behind a microphone, talking about revolutionizing postpartum care. Learn more about me:https://www.fullbloomwellness603.comThe Postpartum Revolution on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/657837214948980Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/actrick/ https://www.instagram.com/fullbloomwellness603/Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Want to be a guest on the show? Email me at thepostpartumrevolutionpodcast@gmail.comSupport the show