The EMPWR Podcast

Opening Up About Motherhood: Your Biggest Questions Answered


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In this heartfelt solo episode, we’re diving into your most asked questions about motherhood; from hospital and home births to postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, potty training, and finding time for fitness with little ones. Sam’s sharing her personal experience with mom guilt, reconnecting with yourself after babies, support systems and marriage, and the unexpected confidence that motherhood brings.

Whether you're deep in the newborn fog, navigating toddler chaos, dreaming about future motherhood, or simply curious about what this season looks like… this one’s for the girls. A soft, honest conversation about the most important (and most stretching) role Sam’s ever stepped into.


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Topics discussed:

  • 00:00:22: Welcome

  • 00:00:27: Honduras recap

  • 00:04:09: Main goal for this episode

  • 00:04:38: Pregnancy

  • 00:11:30: Home birth

  • 00:15:48: Bouncing back postpartum

  • 00:17:52: Sam’s postpartum experience

  • 00:21:21: Arguing in front of kids

  • 00:23:46: How to feel yourself postpartum

  • 00:27:24: Mom guilt

  • 00:29:59: What surprised Sam about herself after becoming a mother

  • 00:31:38: When do you get your life back after becoming a mother?

  • 00:35:04: Fitness and breastfeeding

  • 00:37:21: Lack of support from spouse during postpartum period

  • 00:40:46: How to get back into fitness with small children

  • 00:44:39: Work-life balance

  • 00:47:42: Potty training tips

  • 00:49:30: Junk food and kids

  • 00:52:38: Did your health and fitness dip after kids?

  • 00:54:09: Summary

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