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Motherhood has a sneaky way of resurfacing childhood wounds—especially when you’re about to spend a lot of time with family. In this conversation, Chelsea is joined by her friend and coach, Michele Maguire, to explore how our early life experiences don’t just live in the past… they show up in our nervous system, our relationships, and the way we respond to our kids.

Because as much as we may wish that becoming a mom will erase old patterns, it doesn’t - it just intensifies them.

So if you’ve ever felt “irrationally” triggered by your toddler’s tantrum, your baby’s crying, or your husband not listening—and then immediately spiraled into shame—know that the first step to change is awareness. The second step is in this episode!

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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We’ve all heard about when it’s safe to have sex after birth — but what about wanting to?

In this episode, Chelsea unpacks why so many moms struggle with desire after baby and shares a belief shift that might just change everything: it’s not that you’ve lost interest… it’s that you’ve lost space.

From research-backed insights to real-life stories (like how an uninterrupted shower turned into the best kind of foreplay), this episode will help you reconnect with your body, your time, and your desire — on your own terms.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you deserve. Because when it comes to maternal mental health, awareness before baby matters just as much as support after.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Do you know the #1 thing most people lack?
It’s not time, or money, or motivation — it’s belief in themselves.

If you’ve ever doubted yourself as a mom, this episode is for you.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of miscarriage, infertility, and postpartum anxiety.

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month, and today I’m joined by mom and co-host of the What the Fertility podcast, Catherine Baker to talk about her motherhood journey.

Before welcoming her first baby earth-side, Cat endured six losses—an experience that not only led to symptoms of postpartum anxiety but also made it difficult to even think about, let alone prepare for, the fourth trimester.

In an effort to support other mothers navigating pregnancy and postpartum after loss, Cat opens up about what she did to prepare differently the second time around—and the healing that came with it.

No matter where you are in your motherhood journey, my hope is that this conversation offers the compassion and perhaps the perspective shift you need today.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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In this episode, postpartum health coach Chelsea Barbine dives into one of the never-ending challenges of motherhood—keeping your home (and mind) clear. Inspired by the return of her local supper club and reflecting on the power of gathering, Chelsea shares three simple, practical tips for creating a space that truly supports your mental health. From setting up designated drop zones to choosing safe, functional baby gear that complements your home, she breaks down how small shifts in your environment can bring big relief to your day-to-day life.

You’ll walk away understanding not just how to manage clutter with kids around—but why it matters for your energy, mindset, and overall sense of calm at home.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Are you skipping breakfast—or just surviving on coffee and adrenaline?

In today’s episode, postpartum health coach Chelsea Barbine sits down with registered dietitian Holly Lockhoff, MS, RD, CSSD, LDN to unpack the biggest nutrition mistakes new moms make—mistakes that leave you exhausted, moody, and frustrated with “losing the baby weight.”

You’ll learn:

• Postpartum protein: how much you need + easy ways to get it
• Sugar cravings after baby—and how to handle them guilt-free
• Meal prep hacks for exhausted moms (yes, they’re doable)
• Fiber: the overlooked secret to steady energy + recovery
• Why moms skip meals—and the “eat when baby eats” trick
• Cooking with kids: stress-free ways to get them involved
• Asking for help with food—without the mom guilt
• Food waste vs. fueling yourself: how to choose you
  
  

If you’ve ever eaten cold leftovers over the sink while your baby naps, this episode will remind you that caring for yourself isn’t selfish—it’s self-respect.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Holly:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/timetothrivenutrition/

Website: https://timetothrive-nutrition.com/

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What if the newborn stage set the tone for every stage of motherhood—not just in how you parent, but in how you care for yourself?

In this episode, postpartum health coach, Chelsea Barbine challenges the myth that postpartum has an expiration date and explores why the habits and systems you create early on are what carry you through toddler tantrums, school drop-offs, and even the big kid years—without losing yourself in the process.

Every stage of motherhood has its own version of hard. But the difference between feeling crushed by it or steady in it isn’t your child’s age—it’s how well you’re supported, nourished, and anchored in who you are.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

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How does a stay-at-home mom of three get alone time every day? 

In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with friend, client, and SAHM mom of three — Lyndsey Kampen — to share her unique motherhood journey through postpartum, loss, and raising kids in very different stages of life. With an 11-year gap between her middle and youngest, Lyndsey brings the perspective of a seasoned mom with a fresh understanding of the newborn trenches. 

You’ll learn:

• Why self-care doesn’t compete with being a good mom
• How to make alone time a daily habit
• Tips for a strong blended family dynamic
• How postpartum grief can make you a better mom 
• The realities of being both a SAHM and business owner

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Lyndsey: 

Website: Designthelifeyoulovelynz.com (Get 20% off your copy of the Blueprint planner with code: CHELSEA)

Instagram: @lyndsey_lynz_kampen

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: Design the Life You Love with Lynz 

Podcast: Design the Life You Love with Lynz

Next Steps:

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September is NICU Awareness Month. 

In this episode, postpartum health coach and fellow NICU mama Chelsea shares her top five tips to help you care for yourself while navigating this journey.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:

Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter