Breastfeeding. They say it’s natural… but for many of us, it’s also terrifying, exhausting, emotional, and unpredictable.

In this raw and honest episode of Mama Uprooted, we’re digging deep into the untold stories of breastfeeding—the identity shifts, the pressure, the pumping-in-a-car moments, and the grief that can come when your journey doesn’t go as planned.

Whether you’re a new mom nursing in the dark, a veteran who’s been through it all, or a mom who had to make a different choice—you’re not alone.

We’re joined by Katie Gillette, a certified lactation counselor and founder of Rooted Potential LLC, who brings calm, clarity, and compassion to the chaos. Katie supports moms through every season of feeding with evidence-based care and emotional grounding.

📧 Contact Katie at: [email protected]
 📞 Call or text: 517-648-9760
 📲 Follow her on Instagram: @rootedpotential

This week, we’re covering:
 • The emotional and physical toll of breastfeeding
 • Why supply struggles trigger shame and guilt
 • How working moms can be better supported
 • Healing when your journey ends sooner than expected
 • The power of real lactation support
 • And the reminder that every journey looks different—and every single one is valid

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You are not failing.
 You are becoming.
 Let’s walk through this together.

What happens when the world expects you to bounce back after having a baby — but you don’t recognize yourself anymore?

In this raw and real episode of Mama Uprooted, Emily and guest therapist Kennedy unpack the invisible weight mothers carry as they try to navigate life after birth. From grieving the life you had before, to the identity crisis no one talks about, to the friendships that fade when you need them most — we’re digging into it all.

Whether you’re in the newborn fog or months down the road still wondering who you are now, this episode will remind you:

You're not meant to go back.
 You're meant to grow forward.

💬 Guest Info:

Kennedi Ruhlman, LLMSW
Licensed therapist & postpartum advocate
📍 Based in Michigan
📲 www.mijourney.net

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This week on Mama Uprooted, we're digging deep into the emotional and practical reality of working motherhood. Whether you're at home, in an office, or somewhere in between, the pressure to do it all — and do it well — is real.

Emily and Jessica unpack the guilt, the chaos, the constant pivoting, and the invisible load that comes with chasing dreams while raising babies. You’ll walk away with tangible mindset shifts, grounding practices, and a new way to define success — one brick at a time.

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 🪴 You got this, mama. We’re all uprooted — but we’re growing together.

 So many of us walk into motherhood thinking we have to do it all—but what if we were never meant to do it alone? In this heart-opening episode, we explore the holistic power of doula support, the grief that comes when birth doesn’t go as planned, and how to reclaim your strength in the postpartum trenches. Whether you’re holding a newborn or healing from a past experience, this episode is for you. 

 🌸 Chantel Coggins, Doula – Divine Delivery Doula Services LLC
Ready to explore if a doula is the right fit for your birth plan? Reach out to Chantel Coggins to start the conversation and feel more supported through pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
📞 989-513-7213
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📘 Facebook: Divine Delivery Doula Services LLC

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✨ Episode 1: Welcome to Mama Uprooted
In this powerful first episode, we break the silence around the real struggles of postpartum—PMADs, intrusive thoughts, and the identity shifts that come with motherhood.

This week’s Root Guide is your invitation to feel seen, supported, and begin reconnecting with the woman behind the mama. You’re not alone. Let’s start finding your way back. 🌱

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🎙 Special Thanks:
To our guest, Kennedi from MI Journey Therapy Services, LLC, for joining us in this honest and healing conversation.

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