Wow. Lindsey Maxwell may be one of the strongest people we know.    In this conversation, Lindsey shares her experiences as a doula and the challenges of parenting while moving to different cities. She gives incredible advice for new moms—from how to plan for postpartum, where to find support, and all things self-care to sharing her experiences and wisdom with women's health.   She also opens up about the sudden passing of her husband and the legacy he's left. We dive into her journey to finding love again—including her experiences as a single mom, dating, and navigating all the things. We're so thankful for her vulnerability and openness.    TW: Losing a partner, addiction, trauma and loss   Highlights:

• Lindsey's experience with pregnancy and postpartum—including losing her partner when she was seven months pregnant
• How critical it is to have people to lean on during the hardest times in our lives
• Why planning for postpartum is just as important as planning for birth
• How gathering local resources and support networks is crucial
• Why communicating your needs to family and friends is essential for receiving the support you need during the postpartum period

Chapters   00:00 Introduction 02:40 Doula Work and Postpartum Support 09:26 Moving and Parenting Challenges 20:45 Losing a Partner and Finding Love Again 33:06 Navigating Postpartum and Dating 44:52 Dating as a Single Mom 48:09 Planning for Postpartum 52:11 Embracing Your Own Journey