Podcast appearances and mentions of lina forrestal

Join us for an engaging Mom Talk episode as we explore the topic of dating younger, inspired by recent headlines featuring Kristin Cavallari. Our guest, Lina Forrestal, a mom of 2 based in New Jersey and the host of the New Mamas Podcast, shares her insights and perspectives on navigating relationships with younger partners as a mom.Key Discussion Points:Exploring the stigma and societal perceptions surrounding dating younger partners.Exploring the societal norms and stereotypes surrounding age-gap relationships.Analyzing the media portrayal of Kristin Cavallari's dating choices and its impact.Sharing personal anecdotes and experiences related to age-gap relationships.Tune in to this candid and thought-provoking conversation with Lina Forrestal, as we delve into the nuances of dating younger and challenge stereotypes around age and relationships.Lina ForrestalIG: @LinaForrestalWebsite: www.linaforrestal.comNew Mamas Podcast- dating older- dating younger- kristin cavallari- montana boys- kristin cavallari and montana boys - kritin cavallari and montana boyz- montana boyz- mark estes- mark estes and kristin cavallariwww.mamawearsathleisure.comBuy Me A CoffeeIG: @mamawearsathleisureYouTube: @mamawearsathleisuremamawearsathleisure@gmail.comInterested in being a guest? Shoot us an email!- best parenting podcast- best new mom podcast- best podcasts for new moms- best pregnancy podcast- best podcast for expecting moms- best podcast for moms- best podcast for postpartum- best prenatal podcast- best postnatal podcast- best podcast for postnatal moms- best podcast for pregnancy moms

Lina Forrestal, who recently became a mom of two, discusses her experience transitioning from one to two kids, postpartum anxiety, maternity leave, hiring a postpartum doula, and her viral video about sending her husband home after the birth of their second daughter. Lina is currently on maternity leave from her corporate job, she is a content creator, blogger, and the host of the New Mamas Podcast. Follow Lina on Instagram at @linaforrestal and listen to her Podcast, The New Mamas Podcast Instagram: @ididntsignupforthisdpodcast @honestly.kaitlyn TikTok: @honestly.kaitlynYouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn Instagram: @ididntsignupforthisdpodcast @honestly.kaitlyn TikTok: @honestly.kaitlyn YouTube: @honestly.kaitlyn

In this SPECIAL episode, Lina Forrestal tells her positive birth story with her doula, Jenna Toulantis. Jenna helps recount the story from her perspective, adding in professional explanations for why certain things did and didn't happen. Lina's mom also pops in on the episode, discussing how things have changed in 34 years when it comes to pregnancy complications.  Lina's favorite part of the episode is an audio recording of birth and hearing Evelyn's first cry.Lina mentions how she listened to the book "HypnoBirthing, the breakthrough natural approach to safer, easier, more comfortable birthing" She highly recommends this book to anyone who's pregnant. ***BIRTH BLOG COMING SOON*** Jenna Toulantis is a certified doula, photographer, and community builder in Hunterdon County, New Jersey.  Connect with Jenna on Instagram: @jmtnjphotographySupport the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

In this special Holiday themed episode, host Lina Forrestal is joined by Mariela de Santiago of Mama Wears Athleisure Podcast and they share tips and tricks for minimizing Holiday overwhelm from a first-time mom perspective. Gift Ideas Mentioned in this Episode:Bombas Socks https://refer.bombas.com/x/42W15n (Get 25% off your first purchase by using this link)Kinetic SandOurPlace Pans and PotsMagnetic building blocksGreen ToysCar detailing gift card (for husbands)Carhartt flannels (for husbands)Connect with Mariela: @mamawearsathleisureSupport the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal participates in a LIVE COACHING SESSION with Parenting Coach, Stephanie Agnew of Parents Place which is part of Jewish Family and Children Services. Lina is concerned about adding a newborn to their already solid family of 3 and seeks practical advice and tips for a smooth transition.  Timestamps:00:00 - 07:55 - Introduction to Parents Place and Stephanie Agnew08:25 - 52:15 - Live Coaching Session with Lina and StephanieWhat is Parent Coaching? Parent Coaching is a collaborative process between an experienced parent coach and you. Coaches provide a safe space for you to explore your concerns, identify strengths, and develop effective parenting strategies tailored to your family's dynamics.What does a Parent Coach do? A parent coach provides clear, immediate strategies to address whatever you are grappling with. We take the time to get to know your family history, dynamics, and values, then create a roadmap just for you.Schedule a FREE 20-minute phone consultation to find out if parent coaching is right for you: https://ccy.jfcs.org/schedule-consultation/ Relevant Episodes:Just Chatting: My Husband and I Get Vulnerable Talking Marriage, Another Baby, and Answering Listener QuestionsMy Husband and I Reflect on a Year of ParenthoodStephanie Barry Agnew, B.A., Assistant Director, Parents Place - Stephanie has an extensive background in Early Childhood Education with over 20 years of teaching experience in Palo Alto area schools.  She was trained at Bing Nursery School while getting her degree at Stanford and has taught all preschool age groups from Toddlers to Young Fives.  She owned her own small preschool in Palo Alto for 5 years and worked as a parent educator at The Children's Health Council where she was also the director of the Parent Education Program. Stephanie has been teaching and consulting for Parents Place since 2002.  Stephanie's specialties include young child behavior management, social skills development, Kindergarten readiness, school choices, preschool/childcare consultation and preschool teacher training and support.  She teaches parenting classes, gives one session talks, leads teacher training workshops, observes children at home and at school, and offers individual parents information and support about a wide array of parenting issues.  She has two adult daughters and four young grandchildren.  For an individual consultation please contact Stephanie at StephanieA@jfcs.org or 650-688-3046.Connect with Center for Children and Youth on Instagram: @centerforchildrenandyouthSupport the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

In this Labor Day special episode, we sit down with Lina Forrestal to dive into the intricate world of working parents. We emphasize the importance of workplaces accommodating the unique needs of parents, striving to balance family and work as top priorities. We explore the desire to contribute to the workforce and earn income while reshaping corporate America to foster flexibility and inclusivity for both parents. We address the critical need for more women in the workforce and discuss the challenges of childcare, including the soaring costs of daycare. Lina shares her experience of navigating "mom guilt" and her exciting journey into expanding her family. We emphasize the importance of chasing what lights you up and not being defined by just one role, recognizing that working is a form of expression. We offer insights into managing work schedules with purpose and fulfillment, the quest for reliable childcare, and the reality of burnout. Finally, we encourage listeners to explore the endless possibilities and harness the power of their minds while making priorities, reframing perspectives, and finding balance in the pursuit of it all. First Trimester Nutrition Guide #1 FREE Postpartum Download Pregnancy Workbook Connect more with Lina Forrestal: Podcast: New Mamas Podcast Instagram: @linaforrestal and @newmamaspodcast Connect more with Entering Motherhood: Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger Facebook: EnteringMotherhood Services: Birth and Postpartum Services Email: enteringmotherhood@gmail.com Official Affiliates of the Podcast: LoveHeld Kindred Bravely Postpartum University FOND Bone Broth (ENTERINGMOTHERHOOD for 10% off) Hypnobabies (MOTHERHOOD20 for 20% off)  FitNest Mama (ENTERINGMOTHERHOOD20 for 20% discount)

In this heartwarming Just Chatting episode, we dive into the GOOD PARTS of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Hosted by Lina Forrestal, this episode aims to discuss the joyous moments, personal growth, and profound emotions that come with becoming a mom. Mentioned in this episode:Jon and Kate + 8: Family Circus VICE DocumentaryFirst pill for postpartum depression approved: ZurzuvaeThe good parts of pregnancy:Seeing baby on ultrasounds and watching their developmentLearning how strong the woman body truly isFeeling the baby moveNice comments from strangersThe good parts of birth:Seeing baby for the first timeWhen baby latches for the first timeRealizing that yu're much stronger than you ever thought possibleInstinctual strength and power from birthing a humanThe good parts of motherhood:Watching them grow and hit milestonesWatching their personality blossomAll the nostalgic moments reminding you of your own childhoodTheir little laughs and hugsThe unconditional love Hope you enjoyed this episode! Thank you for listening.Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

Children are a mirror to ourselves. Julissa Edwards had a began a spiritual journey in her first pregnancy in healing her generational trauma. In this episode, Julissa chats with host Lina Forrestal about how entering motherhood can often spark the desire to heal trauma. Julissa is a licensed Therapist and Mindset Coach and is passionate about helping mothers heal through the journey of motherhood and expand that healing to their children and family. Talked about in this episode:How trauma is definedJulissa's personal experience with generational traumaLina's personal experience with generational traumaHow we see generational trauma pop up in motherhoodWays to break from old patterns and changing our mindset and experienceThe concept of "conscious motherhood"How we begin to heal generational traumaThe benefits to healing generational traumaConnect with Julissa on Instagram: @julissa.edwards_counselingMasterclass: Mastering Mother's Intuition and Dissolving Anxiety(FREE) Mama's Rescue Kit: 33 Quick and Effective Stress BustersMore resources hereJulissa Edwards is a licensed psychotherapist, retired adjunct psychology professor, positivity expert, and mindset coach. With a passion for positive psychology and holistic healing, Julissa takes a holistic approach to counseling and coaching, incorporating various techniques to help individuals achieve their goals. She firmly believes that the power of the mind is one of the best skills you can hone in on to achieve any accomplishment in life and overcome hardships. Drawing upon her years of experience as a therapist and teacher, Julissa guides clients to strengthen their resiliency and develop a positive mindset that can transform their perception of the world. Her goal is not only to help clients heal, but to also empower them to create better tomorrows for themselves.Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

In this Just Chatting episode, host Lina Forrestal invites her husband, John Forrestal, on the podcast to catch-up about their son turning 3 and adding another baby into the family come December. Lina and John talk about:John's apprehension about Archie having a sibling and where it comes fromLina's thoughts about sibling relationshipsJohn feeling like he'll have a hard time bonding with baby number 2If having a child changed their relationshipFeelings on the gender of their second child Navigating complicated family dynamics and extended family dysfunctionHow we balance time between being parents and a coupleTalking about "the spark" after having a babyWhat we're doing different to prep for baby number 2How we juggle parenthood, work, the farm, and lifeIf we've ever disagreed on parenting styleWhat we appreciate about each other since becoming parentsRelated Episode: My Husband and I Reflect on a Year of ParenthoodThank you to our listeners who submitted all the thoughtful questions! Hope you enjoyed the episode :)  Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

Shanna Nardone is a Certified Life Coach and the founder of Maternal Grove. Her work focuses on supporting busy moms (or any default parent) who are ready to make a positive change for themselves. As a woman, wife, mother of two, and entrepreneur, Shanna learned firsthand the importance of establishing healthy boundaries, creating the right support network, understanding herself, and getting comfortable advocating for herself. Her mission is to support other maternal figures in doing the same. We talk about mindset, personal growth, the maternal echo-chamber, and surrounding ourselves with people and communities that support us and our values.  “Because of the work I've done, I have changed in a lot of ways and I've grown in a lot of ways but I'm not ‘fixed'. There is no end point in which, 'everything is going to be great NOW' because new things are always going to happen.” - Shanna Nardone Links: Christie's Website Christie's Instagram: @sasssays Shanna's Website Shanna's Instagram: @maternalgrove Ep 46 Shanna Nardone Ep 66 Lina Forrestal  

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal has a chat with mom of 4 and author Amber Trueblood about the 5 anxiety styles and some practical tips for new moms to get unflustered and manage their anxiety. Amber is a mom to four boys, an author, a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) and married to a former Hollywood photographer. They traveled extensively across the country supporting their two oldest boys as they starred in the hit musical The School of Rock. She picked up some lessons on the road, from travel to homeschooling, that eventually made their way into her new book, The Unflustered Mom. Read more about Amber and her book, The Unflustered Mom: How Understanding the Five Anxiety Styles Transforms the Way We Partner, Parent, Live, and Love at https://ambertrueblood.com/theunflusteredmom/ Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

Dr. Sam joins host Lina Forrestal and discusses her work around on the relationship between mothers and their infants. She has figured out exactly what newborns need to feel safe and connected, and how this deeply affects who our children grow up to be, and whether they feel safe in the world. Dr. Sam is teaching a course called ‘Parenting as Love: The 12 Secrets to a More Beautiful Life for You and Your Kids,' which begins this May.  Sign up here: https://newmamas--drsamrader.thrivecart.com/parenting-as-love/ Dr. Sam, creator of Source Code, shares a new approach to growth and evolution that identifies how our early childhood experience shapes us and our world, and how we can recode ourselves for a healthier, more beautiful life. During her 18 years as a clinical psychologist, Dr. Sam discovered that there are only 12 core defense mechanisms we inherit in early childhood, if we don't get what we need at each developmental stage. She calls these our Coping Styles.A big part of Sam's work is educating parents on the needs of their children at each stage of development. The good news is that we can reparent our children at any age, regardless of the age of the wounding. The most important part of that is reparenting ourselves, with deep self-love and self-compassion. Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

As host Lina Forrestal is trying to conceive, she's on a mission to learn as much as she can about fertility. In this episode, Lina chats with Nora Debora who is a Preconception Health Coach, Holistic Nutrition and Fertility Awareness Practitioner.In this episode, they talk about:Should you leave your legs up after intercourse?How intermittent fasting is not optimal for fertility healthWhy it's important to balance your blood sugarEating for a healthier menstrual cycleHow to balance your meals with macro-nutrientsBusting common fertility mythsListen to the Ultimate Pregnancy Prep PodcastConnect with Nora on Instagram: @natrually_noraFree Guide: Eat to Get Pregnant Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

In this episode of Just Chatting, host Lina Forrestal catches up with her little sister, Gabi Belle.  Being nearly a decade apart, they share how their upbringings were different and how they felt like only-children at different parts of their life. Lina and Gabi talk about:What it was like being mixed race growing upLiving abroad in Brazil in childhoodGoing through puberty and Lina's awkward stageFunny stories from childhoodExperiencing micro-aggressions and casual racism in schoolThe movie, "Everything Everywhere All At Once"How Gabi hates reality dating shows and Lina loves them How Lina is about to start a 12-Week Training Program Gabi's favorite dance channel on YouTube: Dan-sa / Daniel SaboyaConnect with Gabi on Instagram @itsgabibelle Sign up for Engrid's 12-Week "Build A Base" Training Program here. Support the showConnect with Lina on @linaforrestal on InstagramFollow the @newmamaspodcast on InstagramRead Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.comSupport the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)

Lindsey Kaszuba is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Founder of Lindsey Kaszuba Health, and Creator of Health Club Collective. Lindsey guides her clients and members in creating healthy habits in the most simple way so they can feel great today and every day. She focuses on integrating health and lifestyle through nutrition, movement, mindset, and habit formation. Lindsey lives in New York City with her husband, two daughters, and Italian Greyhound. Lindsey and I have an amazing talk about habits, meditation, finding your passion, and understanding the role our minds play versus the role our bodies play in nutrition.  “Health and wellness is not a one size fits all approach, it's just not. When I ditched all the rules, the unspoken diet culture, very toxic rules, that's when I started feeling my best.” - Lindsey Kaszuba Links: Christie's Website Christie's Instagram: @sasssays Lindsey's Website Lindsey's Instagram: @lindseykaszubahealth Ep 66 Lina Forrestal

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal gets advice from Laura Varney, Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist, Certified Personal Trainer, and Founder of The Baby Body on how to ease back into an exercise routine postpartum. “A lot of people say they lose their identity when they become a mom. I feel like I found my identity and really stepped into who I am in both a personal and business sense.” -Laura VarneyIn this episode:Laura shares her postpartum story in relation to fitness and exerciseWe talk about why exercise is important for new momsHow does easing back into an exercise routine differs between a vaginal birth and a c-sectionWhat is the best exercise for a mom to start with while easing back into an exercise routineLina and Laura discuss "bounce back culture" and the goods and bads about the body positivity movementAll about Laura's program, The Baby Body Laura's mission is to create a more empathetic approach to wellness - especially for those entering motherhood. Laura is a National Academy of Sports Medicine certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and registered yoga teacher in Los Angeles. Her vigorous resume includes the specialization of strength and functional training, pre/postnatal training, HIIT (high-intensity interval training), and power vinyasa yoga. She is the founder of The Baby Body - a prenatal/postnatal exercise program designed to keep women strong throughout all stages of pregnancy, during labor, and while being a parent. Laura's passion for seeking an "unrestricted" life has catapulted her into the pursuit of empowering, supporting, and inspiring the women around her.Connect with Laura: @misslauravarneyConnect with Lina on InstagramFollow the New Mamas Podcast on InstagramRead Lina's Motherhood BlogSupport the Show: Buy Me a CoffeeEpisode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.com-[This episode is sponsored by Creidm.com]Creidm.com is a Distributor of the all-natural and eco-friendly home, skin, and health products created by Shaklee. These products are the most clinically tested and clinically proven. Creidm and the Shaklee Products focus on children and mothers. They offer personalized vitamin packs for children and adults called Meology and can come in gummy and pill form. What is great, is they offer higher discounts on the Meology kids packs for the more kids you have! Also, starting in November they will be releasing their pre- and post-natal line to help support Mothers and their children in such an important time of their life.Creidm also offers ways to become a distributor yourself and make extra income all from home! To learn more, go to Creidm.com.Support the show

Samantha was lucky enough to have another podcaster on her show this week.  Lina Forrestal is an OG travel blogger that has spent a lot of time perfecting her craft and growing her family. The women speak about modern day mom friendships and how parenthood can look so different from one family to another.  Listen to the podcast: The New Mamas PodcastConnect with Lina on Instagram: @linaforrestalConnect with Lina on TikTok: @linaforrestalRead Lina's blog: www.linaforrestal.com/Get connected with Samantha at SamanthasWEST.com

Oakland mom, Sahra Brandt, was navigating her first year postpartum while her husband battled postpartum depression. In this episode, host Lina Forrestal and fashion stylist Sahra talk about how hard that first year postpartum is on relationships and Sahra discusses in detail how couples therapy saved her marriage. Today, she and her husband are expecting another baby and are happier than ever. In this episode, Lina and Sahra talk about:When Sahra first realized that there was something deeper going on with her husbandHow she went so far as to file divorce paperworkHow the first few sessions of couples therapy went and the steps they tookWhat brought them back togetherHow common it actually is to have marriage problems in the first year of postpartumWhy more couples don't talk about thisResources:How to Spot Signs of Male Postpartum Depression in New DadsPostpartum Depression in Men is Real, Science SaysConnect with Sahra: @queserasahra @shop_the_city Connect with Lina on InstagramFollow the New Mamas Podcast on InstagramRead Lina's Motherhood BlogSupport the Show: Buy Me a CoffeeEpisode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.com-[This episode is sponsored by Creidm.com]Creidm.com is a Distributor of the all-natural and eco-friendly home, skin, and health products created by Shaklee. These products are the most clinically tested and clinically proven. Creidm and the Shaklee Products focus on children and mothers. They offer personalized vitamin packs for children and adults called Meology and can come in gummy and pill form. What is great, is they offer higher discounts on the Meology kids packs for the more kids you have! Also, starting in November they will be releasing their pre- and post-natal line to help support Mothers and their children in such an important time of their life.Creidm also offers ways to become a distributor yourself and make extra income all from home! To learn more, go to Creidm.com.Support the show

As women, we are bombarded with confusing messages about weight loss vs body acceptance. Should you strive to lose weight OR find your peace in the body positivity movement. Join me in a conversation with Lina Forrestal from the New Mamas Podcast. We aired this conversation on her show a few weeks ago, but it was just TOO good not to share with you! You'll leave with an understanding of how to love yourself in the process of weight loss and the exact verbiage to speak to that woman in the mirror! Aligning your weight loss goal with your desire to love yourself can be…tricky. But that's exactly why I do what I do--support women like you through this process in my group coaching program. DOORS OPEN IN A FEW WEEKS! Reheat your coffee and let's do this, friend!   COACHING & LINKS

As moms, we all have something that triggers us: everything from the baby crying, to our husbands, clutter, or our pets. And then sometimes, that trigger turns into rage. That 0 to 100 feeling leaves us feeling less than great. In this episode, host Lina Forrestal sits down with speaker, life coach, and the fellow podcast host,  Dr. Gertrude Lyons.  In this episode, Lina and Gertrude talk about:Their personal triggersStrategies they've learned to work through their triggersGertrude's advice for how to work through your emotions when triggeredHow they define "mom rage"Tips to overcome mom rageTheir personal experiences with mom rageDr. Gertrude Lyons is the Founder of Rewriting The Mother Code, Lead Faculty member, Senior Life Coach and Director of Family Programs for The Wright Foundation for the Realization of Human Potential. Gertrude uses her past personal experiences and learnings to help other women heal on their personal journeys. Her mission is to challenge the traditional and outdated notions of mothering instilled in our society to help women tap into their feminine power, reclaim their lives, and connect with their own mother code. Listen to Gertrude's podcast: the mot(her) podcast Connect with Gertrude on Instagram: @drgertrudelyonsConnect with Lina on InstagramFollow the New Mamas Podcast on InstagramRead Lina's BlogSupport the Show: Buy Me a CoffeeEpisode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.com-[This episode is sponsored by Creidm.com]Creidm.com is a Distributor of the all-natural and eco-friendly home, skin, and health products created by Shaklee. These products are the most clinically tested and clinically proven. Creidm and the Shaklee Products focus on children and mothers. They offer personalized vitamin packs for children and adults called Meology and can come in gummy and pill form. What is great, is they offer higher discounts on the Meology kids packs for the more kids you have! Also, starting in November they will be releasing their pre- and post-natal line to help support Mothers and their children in such an important time of their life.Creidm also offers ways to become a distributor yourself and make extra income all from home! To learn more, go to Creidm.com.Support the show

Annia Palacios is a Licensed Professional Counselor and owner of Tightrope Therapy, an online therapy and coaching practice dedicated to helping moms find balance in life and motherhood. Annia combines her professional experience as a therapist and coaching along with her life experience as a mom and stepmom to help support women in all stages of motherhood and life including infertility, miscarriage, grief, anxiety, depression, birth trauma, and the relationship challenges. Annia shares the story of how and why, even as a therapist herself, she did not seek out professional help while experiencing postpartum depression. We also talk about the difference between postpartum depression and clinical depression, mom rage, overstimulation, shame, guilt, and anxiety in motherhood. “Within the therapist circles we don't talk about perinatal mental health. So even as a therapist I knew something was off but I didn't have a full grasp on exactly what it was.” - Annia Palacios Links: Christie's Website Christie's Instagram: @sasssays Annia's Website Annia's Instagram: @the.therapy.mom Annia's TikTok: @tightropetherapy Modern Mom Style Box Previous Sass Says Shows Mentioned: Ep 66 Lina Forrestal

(Content Warning: Abuse, Self-harm, Suicide) First time mom Emily sits with host Lina Forrestal and talks about life as a new mom and her struggles with postpartum depression. She talks about her journey into motherhood: her miscarriage, pregnancy, a misdiagnosis of a down syndrome test, and postpartum depression. Emily shares that her anxiety started at her 10-week ultrasound when the technician couldn't find a heartbeat. She shares that she has struggled with her depression and anxiety ever since she was young, since her beloved father passed away. She shares that it was hard to be happy during the newborn phase, even though it is a happy time and her son, Odin, was a wonderful baby.Lina and Emily also talk about drugs at birth, not having a birth plan, and their experiences with anxiety. Emily talks about holistic health and remedies for her postpartum depression and how her outlet is running.  If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, call or text 988. Learn more about the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline here. Your body and mind go through many changes during and after pregnancy. If you feel empty, emotionless, or sad all or most of the time for longer than 2 weeks during or after pregnancy, reach out for help. If you feel like you don't love or care for your baby, you might have postpartum depression. Treatment for depression, such as therapy or medicine, works and will help you and your baby be as healthy as possible in the future. Read more about postpartum depression here. Resources: Symptoms of Postpartum Depression ________________________________________________________________Connect with Lina on InstagramFollow the New Mamas Podcast on InstagramRead Lina's BlogSupport the Show: Buy Me a CoffeeEpisode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.comSupport the show

SLEEP! New mamas need more of it, that's for sure. In this episode of the New Mamas Podcast, host Lina Forrestal and Huckleberry's Co-founder and CEO, Jessica Toh, discuss the relationship between sleep and maternal mental health. They explore why they think moms struggle asking for help and brainstorm creative ways moms can prevent burn out. Stats discussed in this episode:Nearly 500 Huckleberry app moms and found that their most significant mental and emotional health challenge (58%) is trying to successfully juggle all of their responsibilities. Not only that, the poll uncovered that despite 50% identifying “quality sleep” as the most important aspect of their mental health, one of their biggest blockers is that they have too much on their mind, making it hard to relax.Maternal mental health conditions affect 800,000 women in the U.S. each year—yet 75% of those women go untreated.Learn more about Huckleberry at https://huckleberrycare.com/ Download Huckleberry for Apple here. Download Huckleberry for Android here. Connect with Huckleberry on Instagram @huckleberrycareSupport the show

Lina Forrestal is a globetrotter turned mama, hobby farmer, motherhood blogger, and host of the New Mamas podcast. The New Mamas podcast is a space created to give first time moms a voice and to have honest and raw conversations about motherhood. We discuss her physical and mental postpartum experience, how she coped, starting therapy, and what she's learned about her own childhood since becoming a mother. We talk about postpartum body image, loaded language around pregnancy, food, and exercise, and how she's learned to love herself. “I started therapy and then everything started to get better. It sounds simple but I really put in the hard work.” - Lina Forrestal Links: Christie's Website Christie's Instagram: @sasssays Lina's Website Lina's Podcast Lina's Instagram: @linaforrestal Lina's Podcast Instagram: @newmamaspodcast

WhiskerCloud CEO Adam Greenbaum chats with marketing guru Lina Forrestal about the love of pets and family, careers, and how an outside marketer would do marketing for a veterinary business.

Lina Forrestal sits down with first time mom Des'Rae Matthews as she shares what it was like having a transverse baby and an EVC procedure. Spoiler alert: the EVC procedure wasn't successful and Des'Rae had a C-section. She shares what it was like navigating all of the feelings of trying everything to have her baby come out naturally but then end having a C-section. A transverse baby is when the baby is positioned horizontally in the uterus. An ECV procedure is an "External cephalic version", which is a procedure healthcare providers will use to rotate the baby to head-down in the uterus. Connect with Des'Rae here: https://www.instagram.com/craftroom_creations/ Support the show

Lina Forrestal is a toddler mom, works full-time, and hosts the popular New Mamma's Podcast. The ideas and suggestions she gives for dads on this one are tremendous. Highlights include: What are new moms desperate to hear from new dads? What new moms wish dads could do better? How to get back in synch with your partner after becoming a parent? And finally: What frustrates new moms about new dads? Dads with kids of all ages can learn from this one! Find more Dad Podcasts from A Dad's Path, a website for dads.

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal has a chat with marriage coach Chelsea Skaggs about navigating a partnership after having a baby.  This episode covers:Things that most couples are finding conflict aroundHow to get your partner onboard with couples counseling Practical advice for checking in with each otherThe difference between a relationship therapist and a professional life coach? The difference between a couples therapist and a marriage coachHow to approach your partner about getting help from a therapist or coach Chelsea is a certified professional life coach, intimacy expert, and communication trainer for parents. She helps couples go from WTF to "I 'effin' got this" in their relationships by giving them tools to improve their confidence, connection and communication. Related Episodes:S1E4 Navigating Your Relationship in the Newborn Phase with Katharine Vida GonzalezConnect with Chelsea on Instagram: @thewtftrimesterMore about Chelsea and her resources here.Connect with Lina on Instagram: @linaforrestalRead Lina's blog: Lina ForrestalEpisode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.comSupport the show

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal and blogger Jamie Devergillo chat all things coming back from maternity leave, postpartum anxiety, body image, and what it's like to be a mom sharing it all on social media. Jamie shares practical tips in how she's preparing to go back to work, from practicing leaving the house to leaving a detailed schedule for her caretakers. She discusses how she and her husband made childcare decisions and the feelings of anxiety around having someone else care for her baby. Lina and Jamie both talk about what it's like to have a following on social media: from how supportive and yet toxic the community can be. They talk about facing judgement, setting boundaries, and how everyone parents differently. Resources: What is exposure therapy? Exposure therapy for anxiety disordersThe Internet Is Obsessed with Parasocial Relationships Related Episodes:Season 1, Episode 1 How to Survive Going Back to Work (Working Motherhood) with SF Mom Alissa Worton HuntSeason 1, Episode 8: Solo Episode: Post Partum Anxiety (PPA), Weight Gain, Mom Guilt, & PUPPPFollow Jamie on Instagram: @jamie.devergilloCheck out Jamie's Amazon shop: Jamie Devergillo Connect with Lina on Instagram: @linaforrestalRead Lina's blog: Lina Forrestal Episode edited by Chris Duffy: heyitschrisduffy@gmail.com Support the show

Welcome to the last episode of Season 1! The New Mamas Podcast will be going on a break for the next month and we will see you October 2021 for Season 2! In this episode, host Lina Forrestal discusses a few life updates:Navigating the toddler phaseStarting therapyTips for reading moreHer interest in relationship psychology and why she loves the Bachelor franchise so muchLina also shares her learnings from the last 8 months of podcasting. Everything from guests she's had to things she'll do differently in Season 2. Lina breaks down topics she wants to dive into in Season 2 and the importance of not shying away from the bad stuff and why she thinks it's important to keep having these hard conversations on the podcast. She shares her commitment to elevating diverse voices and making sure she has equal representation on the podcast! Thank you all for listening and we'll see you back for Season 2!Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal chats with mom of three, Stephanie Feng, about postpartum anxiety (PPA) and growing up with fear-based parenting style, “tiger parenting”. Both Stephanie Feng and Lina Forrestal suffered with postpartum anxiety and recount their experiences, specifically around not being able to leave their babies, scary thoughts, and feeling crippled by their anxiety.They break down their experiences and start to unpack why they felt the way they did, which led them to explore their relationship with their parents and how they grew up with fear-based parents. Growing up with immigrant parents in America, both Stephanie and Lina grew up with fear-based parenting. They were often told that if they didn't do something right, something bad would happen to them: for example, being told that if they didn't finish their food the ‘bad man' would take them away from their family. Symptoms of postpartum anxiety:Excessive worryFeelings of dreadRacing thoughtsLack of concentrationChanges in eating and sleeping patternsDizzinessHot flashesRapid heartbeatNauseaWhile any new mom can develop postpartum anxiety, some factors can increase your risk:A personal or family history of anxietyPrevious experience with depressionCertain symptoms of PMS (such as feeling weepy or agitated)Eating disordersObsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)Tiger parenting is the term coined by Yale professor Amy Chua a few years ago, in her book Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother, to describe her fear-based and hard-driving parenting style. Connect with Stephanie on Instagram at @simplystephsfavs Connect with Lina:Personal Instagram: @linaforrestalBlog: www.linaforrestal.comPodcast Instagram: @newmamaspodcastClubhouse Username: @newmamaspodcastArtwork Credit: Gabi's MediaSupport the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

Today my guest is Lina Forrestal, and we talk all about Influencer marketing. Lina works for Cisco Webex as an influencer marketing manager and works directly with influencers promoting the Webex brand, but also Lina herself is an influencer, starting in the travel space and then transitioning more to the mommy and lifestyle influencer realm. This conversation was fascinating to me because Lina was able to give the perspective of both sides of the field. She opens up about some of the issues that she sees as a creator when it comes to working with brands, and also shares some tips both for companies looking to work with influencers and for those looking to start in the creator and influencer industry. We also talk a lot about how rapidly the marketing and social media industry has been changing, about Lina's life abroad before living on a farm now, her podcast, the New Mamas Podast, and how amazing of a resource it has been for me as a new mom, and finally, as always, we wrap up with a quick little game and some fun questions. I hope you enjoy this episode, and if you do - please don't forget to rate and review on Apple Podcasts.Lina Forrestal: LinaForrestal.com@linaforrestal on Instagram@newmamaspodcast on Instagram

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal chats with Certified Sleep Consultant Megan Copeland all about newborn and infant sleep! Megan is a practicing nurse, a pediatric sleep consultant, and breastfeeding counselor helping families in the newborn and infant stages. Topics Discussed::Tips for new moms to get their newborns  to sleep more soundlyHow new moms can get more sleepIs it possible to put newborns on a sleep schedule?Favorite sleep tools and productsIs the Snoo ($1400) worth it?Strategies new moms can use to reduce their anxieties around SIDSBreaking down co-sleeping and bed-sharingAll about Megan's business, Slumber FeedFollow @slumberfeed on Instagram to connect with Megan!Connect with Lina:Personal Instagram: @linaforrestalBlog: www.linaforrestal.comPodcast Instagram: @newmamaspodcastClubhouse Username: @newmamaspodcastArtwork Credit: Gabi's MediaSupport the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal sits down with Vietnamese-American mom and woman in tech Chau Dang about empowering dads from day one that baby is home! Topics discussed:Chau's background and storyChau's motherhood journeyHow involved Chau's husband was and is Tips & tricks to getting your partner involvedHow to get your partner involved during pregnancyGetting your partner involved during the newborn stageTips in getting the non-birth partner to feel connected during the newborn stageHow to ease your partner's fearsResources mentioned:Daddit Subreddit ThreadChau's sister has a PhD in Childhood Education and wrote a Vietnamese Nursery Rhyme Book with English explanations. You can purchase it on Amazon here.Connect with Chau on Twitter and on Instagram!Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal sits down with Tomeka James Issac, Founder of Jace's Journey. Tomeka shares her story: in May of 2018, her husband Brandon Isaac sat in a hospital room with their son, Jace Alexander, due in a month with no fetal heartbeat and Tomeka, unconscious, diagnosed with the life-threatening H.E.L.L.P (Hemolysis Elevated Liver Enzymes Low Platelet) Syndrome and fighting for her life. Forty-five hospital days and 7 surgeries later, thanks to prayers and an amazing surgical team, Tomeka and Brandon Isaac left the hospital together. The couple learned Tomeka's sickness and Jace's death could have been prevented. “50,000 women each year almost die as a result of childbirth. That's one mother every 10 minutes in the US. The causes of most near death emergencies are preventable. However, the risk of having complications is much greater for black women. If you are black and highly-educated, you still have a higher probability of pregnancy-related death than the least educated white woman.” In honor of their son, the Isaacs created Jace's Journey to raise awareness and contribute to improving maternal/fetal healthcare disparities through education, advocacy and community engagement.Jace's Journey Inc, a non-profit organization, was founded in 2019 to address racial disparities in maternal health outcomes. The US is the only industrialized nation with rising maternal mortality rates and the increase disproportionately affects women of color. African-American mothers are dying at 3-4 times the rate of non- Hispanic whites. Infants born to African-American mothers are dying at twice the rate as infants born to non- Hispanic white mothers.Connect on Instagram:Jace's JourneyTomeka James IsaacDonate:Jace's JourneyThe New Mamas Podcast donated $100 to Jace's Journey in Jace's memory. Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal talks to Dr. Tolulope Olabintan all about her experiences as a mom of two and practicing physician. Dr. Tolu is Board-Certified Family Physician and a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. With over 13 years of medical experience, she leads the team at Livingspring Family Medical Center, a primary care center located in Mansfield, Texas. Tolulope is also a mom, wife, and Christian. Topics discussed in this episode:Dr. Tolu's birth story: her experience with PPROM (premature rupture of membranes), being admitted to the hospital at 24 weeks and finally giving birth at 34 weeksDr. Tolu's experience with post partum anxiety and Lina's post partum anxietyHow faith and Christianity helped support Dr. Tolu during her post partum depressionHow new moms can take care of their mental health during the newborn phaseHow a new mom recognize the difference between post-partum depression and the baby blues What a couple can do to help maintain a healthy relationship during the newborn phaseNavigating friendships and finding your mom community in the newborn stageWhat inspired Dr. Tolu to take the leap and open her own practiceLearn more about Livingspring Medical. Livingspring was coined from the bible describing God as “The Living Spring” and the ultimate source of true healing. In the place of service, Dr. Olabintan believes she is a conduit of such healing in an atmosphere of compassion, committed care, and with her sound medical knowledge. Connect with Dr. Tolu on Instagram: @dr_olabintanConnect with Lina:Personal Instagram: @linaforrestalBlog: www.linaforrestal.comPodcast Instagram: @newmamaspodcastClubhouse Username: @newmamaspodcastArtwork Credit: Gabi's MediaSupport the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal chats with guest Ashley Hutchings about her story of how she gave birth in London and New York City, and how her family made the life change from living in a NYC high rise to a historic home in Connecticut. This episode is a little different as it's more of a casual chat between mamas! Topics covered in this episode:How Ashley and her husband fell in love and their long-distance relationship What was it like giving birth overseas in comparison to giving birth in the USAshley and Lina's experiences with different health-care systems around the worldWhat inspired Ashley and her husband to move from NYC to the countryside of ConnecticutAshley's blogging journey and what's next for her blogOur favorite shows and pop culture talk: The Bachelor, the lack of inclusivity, and the future of The BachelorThe Britney Spears documentary and what it was like being a young woman in the 90s and 2000sHomelandConnect with Ashley: Instagram: @mom_uptownBlog: The Mom Uptown  Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

In this episode I get to chat with now mom, blogger and podcast host Lina Forrestal. We discuss her journey of becoming a new mon, how her personal experience inspired her new podcast creating space for women to discuss taboo topics, the 4th trimester, postpartum anxiety and maternal health. Check her out on IG @linaforrestal for her podcast and more!

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal and guest Sara Lyon unpack what a relationship looks like for first-time parents. Topics covered in this episode:Sara's birth and motherhood storyTips in navigating your relationship during the newborn stageHow relationships change after having a babyHow couples can effectively communicate with each other during the newborn stageNavigating sex during the first yearSara Lyon is a renowned birthing expert, doula, founder of Glow Birth & Body, author of The Birth Deck and You’ve Got This: Your Guide to Getting Comfortable with Labor (launch date: May 25, 2021 & available for preorder now) and mother of two. Upbeat, quick-witted and empathetic, Sara delights and entertains as she educates. With more than 15 years experience serving as a doula, childbirth educator, prenatal massage therapist and mother, Sara Lyon has supported tens of thousands of families through their birthing journeys. Sara’s work is grounded in her belief that quality, science-based birth education and healthy, non-traumatic birth experiences are a human right and should be readily accessible to all.Sara is a Licensed Massage Therapist in New York State and holds Diplomas of Remedial Massage Therapy (2005) and Oriental Therapies in Australia (2006), where she graduated from Endeavour College and Shiatsu Australia. As a proud Wolverine, Sara achieved a BA in medical sociology from the University of Michigan (2004) with focused research in women’s health and integrative medicine. Sara and her family split their time between bustling New York City and the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area. You’ve Got This - releasing May 25th and available for preorder on Amazon.com and TheBirthDeck.com No birth experience necessary. You’ve Got This is a simple, powerful childbirth toolkit, perfect for the birth partner, doula and even mama herself.With more than 15 years as a doula and childbirth educator, Sara Lyon has distilled her wisdom into the 50 most effective techniques to provide comfort during labor. You’ve Got This is packed with detailed instructions, illustrations, birth stories and practical advice.But don’t tuck this book into your hospital bag just yet! Practice the techniques ahead of time, using the exercises to prepare for the birthing process long before labor even begins. Learn to combine techniques to address multiple senses at the same time, and then personalize the book by picking your favorites. You can even “like” them for easy reference during labor. You’ve Got This is truly indispensable for both you and your partner.You’ve Got This is a perfect companion to Glow's proven seller The Birth Deck, featuring extra tips & tricks, interactive exercises, birth stories, quotes and writing prompts, to prepare for the birthing process long before labor begins.Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

When you flourish, your baby flourishes.Melissa Bowley is the Founder and CEO at Flourish Collective Inc. She started her company with a vision to fill the gap in maternal healthcare and make wellness accessible to all moms based on her own childbirth and postpartum experience. In this episode, host Lina Forrestal and guest Melissa Bowley talking about postpartum recovery and how they had prepared for birth but were not prepared for the physical and mental toll that came during the fourth trimester. They talk about the importance of building a post-partum team and creating your own village of support. Topics discussed in this episode:Things we wish we knew about postpartumWho you should have as part of your postpartum teamPostpartum essentials that every new mom should haveThings moms can do for her self-careBalancing entrepreneurship and motherhoodWhat inspired Melissa to start The Flourish FundThe Flourish Collective launched its first product, The Flourish Fund Baby Registry, in 2020. Check out the Flourish Fund here: https://www.theflourishfund.com/   Support the show (https://paypal.me/linaforrestal?locale.x=en_US)

"I played out a whole scene in my head. Those are intrusive thoughts and I didn't know this at the time, I thought this was normal. I knew I was a worrier, but that's all I knew." "So that's not normal?" "That's anxiety. That is anxiety. I don't even like the word 'normal'. What is normal? It's not that it's not normal. But it is anxiety."