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With a baby comes a lot of change, some expected and some not. Join Chelsea as she chats with fellow mama, friend, and podcaster, Brooke Koeninger who shares how she internally struggled with her ambition for a successful career and desire to be present with her family for years. 

Brooke, now seasoned mama of 3, acknowledges her greatest challenge was her resistance to the change of her priorities. Which to her surprise changed with each child, just as she, too, changed following each birth. 

With a nod to Core Care Cultivate’s mission, Brooke’s postpartum non-negotiable for all mamas is the investment in reconnecting with themselves. Whether you’re anticipating the end of your maternity leave, struggling to find the balance between meetings and field trips, or re-entering the workforce after decades of holding (arguably) the best yet most challenging job of them all as a SAHM, this conversation is full of insight and inspiration.

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 Brooke

www.brookek.com 

Podcast: Embracing the Messy Middle IG: @brookekcoaching

Podcast shout out Live Life Balanced with Robin Jonas

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With a background in wellness, which started with a role as a Pilates Instructor, Chelsea anticipated her workout regimen would shift during pregnancy and in the immediate postpartum period. What she didn’t expect was that she’d completely forgo her old routine completely. Join Chelsea as she reflects on the impact that mindful movement has had on her postpartum - mind, body and spirit. She also shares her take on how important a studio’s community can be and how it, and her go-to practice, has supported her multidimensional health. 

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://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

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The start of a New Year can bring up all the feels, specifically when contemplating the potential for change it brings. And quite honestly, the start of motherhood can feel like a New Year on steroids. 

Join Chelsea as she chats with fellow mama, Lesley Alberts, on the immense learnings, resilience, and trust that have come from life after birth.Together, they reflect on the challenges they encountered from delivery through the early stages of toddlerhood, emphasizing the significance of releasing expectations and embracing change without resistance. 

As Lesley prepares to welcome her second child, she candidly shares her intentions to approach postpartum differently based on the insights gained from her first experience. Additionally, Lesley reflects on how motherhood has significantly boosted her confidence, becoming a transformative and empowering journey for her.

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.

Follow Lesley’s journey

IG: @ kindredjourney

Podcast: Kindred Journey 

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In this episode Chelsea reflects on, what she believes to be, one of the greatest years of her life - even with the (many) unexpected plot twists that came her way. Over the past several weeks common themes of rest and receiving have continued to come up in conversation for her. Listen as she acknowledges the similarities of our engrained "hustle culture" to motherhood and shares a collection of her thoughts in this season of life. May this minisode serve as a reminder for us all to embrace the extra snuggles on the couch, to focus on authentic connection, and to celebrate the immense growth and learnings from this year. 

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://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

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Today Chelsea as she catches up with friend and girl mom, Anna Glennon. In this episode, they explore how influential our children are in holding us accountable with our own values, which sometimes is painful - especially in the depths of sleep deprivation. The two laugh, cry, and hold space for each other as they relate and learn from their unique yet shared experiences. Full transparency, the recording of this episode was near the beginning of an unexpected (and wickedly long) sleep regression for Chelsea’s daughter and having a tribe of mamas, like Anna, to support her through it made all the difference. If you’re in the trenches of sleepless nights - know that you’re not alone and we have some tips to share that we’ve discovered along our way!

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 Anna on IG @teacheatrepeat 

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Between the weather shifts, excessive sugar intake, and just straight up exposure to extra gunk with gatherings, who isn't holding their breath and hoping not to miss out on the holidays? Balancing constant worry, close proximity (though who can resist the extra snuggles?), and caregiving 24/7, it’s no wonder that we mamas find ourselves rundown too. In this episode, Chelsea shares her recent frustration over yet (another) ear infection and reflects on the challenges that moms face when caring for their sick kiddos. Whether it’s a persistent runny nose, Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease, or the dreaded stomach bug, witnessing your little one unwell can undeniably take a toll on your well-being. What’s her #1 tip? Take a listen and find out!

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://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

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Sticking with the trend of tradition and ritual in honor of this season, Chelsea chats with Acupuncturist, Coach, RN, Owner of Fox and Hare, and mama, Joanne Cooper to learn more about the benefits of acupuncture postpartum. In this episode, Joanne explains how the practice supports the parasympathetic nervous system which is highly correlated to our female hormones. She shares how her own story with infertility and loss inspired her to support other mamas with this modality and what experience brought her first circle in her own healing. Together they break down the critical need to allow space to slow down, rest and receive, especially in motherhood. Mamas, if you’re looking for your permission slip - this is it!

WARNING: This episode discusses sensitive topics such as infertility and pregnancy loss. Please be aware that it may evoke strong emotions.

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.

Contact Joanne

www.foxandharephoenixville.com

IG: @foxandharephoenixville

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There's often a societal expectation for joy and togetherness during the holidays, which more often than not creates pressure for the perfect celebration. It’s the “hard” we’ve all heard about and come to expect as mamas. But what about the challenge we don’t talk about as much? The “hard” of choosing to say no and break tradition?

In this episode, Chelsea candidly shares the emotional and practical aspects she recently faced while navigating this decision for her own family. If you’re struggling with the decision of honoring your immediate family’s needs over those of extended family this holiday season, this is a must-listen.

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://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

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Join Chelsea for a chat with International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and mama of two, Ashley Feeley. In this episode, Chelsea reflects on her challenging breastfeeding journey, which ultimately led to her seeking support from Ashley. They dive into what inspired Ashley to become a lactation consultant, how she works with her mamas, and the one thing she wishes every new mother knew. 

Topics we cover: 

• Releasing self-set and societal expectations
• What an expectant mother can do to prepare for her breastfeeding experience
• Signs that may indicate a new mama should seek lactation support 
• Why you might not be getting the most output from your pumping sessions
• How to feel empowered during your breastfeeding journey 
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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 Ashley: 

Book a Consultation: https://lovelylatchlactation.com/contact/

Email: [email protected] 

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Next Steps:

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

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, Chelsea reflects on her family’s first year of traveling with a little one. From last minute must-haves to buy to setting your expectations for the experience, Chelsea shares the wisdom that was once passed down to her and tips that she learned along the way. Spoiler alert: It becomes more challenging as they get older and is totally worth it. 

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://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol

Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook

Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase

Email me at: [email protected]