Becoming a Mother

Mel Parent – Mom of 2, Nurse Practitioner and Functional Health & Fitness Coach for moms shares her inspiring journey into motherhood. From her lifelong dream of becoming a mom to navigating the challenges of pregnancy, balancing work, and coping with the loss of her own mother, Mel opens up about the highs and lows of parenting. She discusses the importance of self-care, adjusting expectations, and embracing imperfection as a mom. Mel also introduces her business, "Becoming Mom," and her transformative program, "The Hive Method," which focuses on holistic self-care through mindset, movement, and anti-inflammatory living. Tune in to hear Mel’s advice for new moms, her thoughts on finding balance, and the power of community in overcoming the loneliness of motherhood. This episode is a must-listen for moms and moms-to-be looking for inspiration, support, and practical tips to thrive in their parenting journey!

Ashley Lambert - mom of 2 boys and Faith-led Health Coach and Hots of the Fat Loss Momentum Podcast explores her transformative journey into motherhood and entrepreneurship. Ashley shares her candid story of navigating pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic, managing gestational diabetes, and feeling unprepared for the realities of postpartum life. She opens up about the overwhelming challenges of early motherhood, including the loss of identity, feelings of guilt, and the struggle to balance her physical recovery, emotional well-being, and new responsibilities as a mom.

Ashley also reflects on her second pregnancy, which came as a surprise, and how she learned to embrace the changes and prioritize her time and energy between raising two young children and growing her business.

She discusses her breastfeeding journey and the evolution of her program, The Reinvention Factor, which helps women rediscover their identity, manage postpartum challenges, and find harmony in motherhood through faith, fitness, and nutrition.

This episode is a powerful conversation about the realities of motherhood, the importance of giving yourself grace, and the beauty of finding strength and purpose in the midst of life’s transitions.

Whether you’re a new mom or navigating the complexities of parenthood, Ashley’s story will leave you feeling inspired and empowered. Tune in to hear Ashley’s journey and her advice for moms who are redefining themselves in the wake of motherhood.

Connect with Ashley Lambert on Instagram @ashleyperrylambert

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with author, director, podcast host and postpartum doula - Foster Wilson to discuss her transformative journey into motherhood.. Foster shares her experiences of becoming a young mom, her decision to pursue a home birth with her first, and the unexpected challenges she faced, including a breech baby and a diagnosis of cholestasis that led to a cesarean delivery. She opens up about the devastating diagnosis of fetal hydrops for her son and second baby and the painfully difficult choice to end her pregnancy because of the diagnosis. Foster explains the emotional toll this took on her and her family and reflects on her healing process, the lessons she learned, and how creativity became a powerful outlet for her grief. The shared her story, formally announced her son's birth and death and let those around her know what she was going though. This ultimately led to the publication of her poetry book, Afternoon Abundance: Poetry for Wild Souls. She shares her rainbow baby pregnancy and redemptive VBAC of her second daughter and her postpartum experience now being a mom of 2.

Connect with Foster and explore her work, including her poetry book at fosterwilson.com

The Postpartum Decoded Series is back with Dr. Sarah Doyle, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner, dives deep into the challenges women face during postpartum and perimenopause. From hormonal imbalances, brain fog, anxiety, depression, and rage to thyroid dysfunction and Hashimoto’s, Dr. Doyle explains the science behind these struggles and offers actionable solutions. Learn how hormones impact mental health, libido, and energy levels, and discover natural remedies, supplements, and lifestyle changes to regain balance.

Dr. Doyle also shares her revolutionary 7X Method for eating based on circadian rhythms, tips for managing postpartum thyroiditis, and the importance of testing for brain chemistry and hormone levels. Whether you're a new mom or navigating menopause, this episode is packed with insights to help you feel empowered, informed, and ready to take control of your health. Tune in for practical advice, expert knowledge, and hope for healing.

Connect with Dr. Sarah Doyle on Instagram and TikTok at @drsarahdoyle and at www.drsarahdoyle.com.

Her book, 7X Method, is available on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major book retailers in physical, Kindle, and Audible formats.

Vita-Fem, Dr. Doyle's postpartum & menopause supplement is available NOW https://a.co/d/4DskPQX

Manon Berryman, star of 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way (Season 7), founder of Barry Brand Agency, wife and mom to her adorable son, Benjamin gets deep, real and raw and opens up about her journey into motherhood, the challenges of postpartum emotions, balancing work and family life, and her decision to move to France for a slower-paced lifestyle. She shares her struggles with mom guilt, mental health, and finding her identity as a mother, all while navigating the ups and downs of marriage and career.

Tune in for an honest and inspiring conversation about the realities of motherhood and the strength it takes to embrace the journey.

Catch Manon on 90 Day Fiancé: The Other Way (S7) Airing now on TLC Mondays at 8 p.m. ET/PT.

Instagram:

Manon Berryman @manonberryman

Brittany Olson @becomingamiotherpodcast

In this heartfelt and deeply reflective episode, I sit down with my friend Susan, Mom of 2 and Licensed Social Worker, to explore her journey into motherhood. From discovering her nurturing instincts at a young age to navigating the challenges of pregnancy and postpartum, Susan opens up about her struggles with health conditions, SIBO and endometriosis, the emotional toll of losing her father, and the transformative experience of becoming a mom. She reflects on the complexities of balancing her identity, overcoming mom guilt, extended breastfeeding and marcescence.

Susan’s story is a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and the importance of seeking help during the most vulnerable moments of motherhood

This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating the ups and downs of parenthood. Tune in to hear 2 New Jersey moms get deep and real about what motherhood is all about. “Pain shared is pain lessened. We don’t have to do this alone.”

Social Media:

Brittany Olson @becomingamotherpodcast

Susan Elizabeth @sueshineee

In this episode of my Postpartum Decoded Series I sit down with Dr. Emily Levy, founder and director of EBL Coaching, to discuss parenting children with learning and developmental disabilities.

Dr. Levy, an expert in special education with a doctorate in education, shares her insights on common learning disabilities such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia, including signs to look for and when to seek evaluations.

Dr. Levy also explains her multi-sensory approach to tutoring, which engages visual, auditory, and tactile modalities to help children learn effectively and build confidence. She offers practical advice for parents navigating behavioral challenges and addresses concerns about children potentially being overlooked in the education system.

Tune in for an empowering and informative conversation that aims to remove the stigma around learning disabilities and provide parents with tools to help their children thrive.

Connect with Dr. Emily Levy:

Website: www.eblcoaching.com

Instagram: @EBLCoaching

Chelsea Lamb - Mom of 2 earthside children and 1 angel, shares her deeply personal journey through motherhood, from navigating the challenges of postpartum with her first who experienced "BRUE" (Brief resolved unexplained event) and the loss of her second child, Miles, due to a rare congenital heart defect. Chelsea opens up about her her struggles with postpartum anxiety, the emotional toll of making life-altering decisions for her son and how she coped with his passing as well as becoming pregnant with her third after the loss of her son.

She discusses the healing process after losing a child, the importance of finding support in community, and how she channeled her grief into creating a nonprofit, Miles of Love, to support families affected by congenital heart defects.

Chelsea's story is one of resilience, love, and hope as she continues her motherhood journey with her two other children, Barrett and Wren.

This episode is a powerful reminder of the strength of mothers and the importance of finding connection and purpose in the face of adversity.

Tune in to hear Chelsea's inspiring story and learn how she is making a difference in the lives of other families.

Please visit https://milesoflove.org/ to learn more or to donate.

Courtney Campbell - Mom of 2 boys, 3 & 5 years old of Indiana, Certified Pediatric Sleep Consultant and owner of Counting Sleep with Courtney. shares her journey into motherhood and her experiences with postpartum challenges, baby sleep, and breastfeeding. She discusses her struggles with her first child during the pandemic, including complications with nursing, sleep issues, and postpartum anxiety. She emphasizes the individuality of each baby and the need for flexibility in parenting.

Courtney also explains how she transitioned into becoming a sleep consultant after her second child, offering insights into baby sleep misconceptions, sleep training, and the importance of feeding in relation to sleep. Courtney provides tips for new moms and highlights her services for families struggling with sleep issues.

Instagram: @countingsleepwithcourtney

Website: countingsleepwithcourtney.com

Recently I has the pleasure of being a guest on Samantha Hawley's podcast "Journal Entries." This week I am sharing my conversation with her on everything matrescence. We got real about what those first months of motherhood actually look like and the struggles we both faced. I spoke about what matrescence is and what you can do in postpartum if you are struggling through this transitional period.

Our conversation covers what nobody warns you about - like how your brain literally restructures itself when you become a mom, why you might feel guilty for being excited about time away from your baby, and how grief shows up even when you desperately wanted this. We also get into practical things that actually help, like finding your "designated postpartum person" who can handle appointments when your brain feels like mush.

If you've ever wondered why becoming a mom felt so much harder than you expected, or if you're still figuring out who you are in this role, and you’re seeking some relief…this conversation is for you!

Let's dive in...