Bedste New Mama-podcasts (2025)

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It's Been Hard Lately + I'M TAKING A PODCAST BREAK! 33:30

9M ago33:30

33:30

In this episode, Lina elaborates on how hard it's been coming back from maternity leave and juggling her 4-month old daughter. She discusses the challenges of exclusively breastfeeding, childcare costs, quitting her job (and how it's not gonna happen), and a little bit about the behind-the-scenes of podcasting. The podcast is on a break but will be…

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On Losing a Mom to Cancer While Becoming a Mother with Niki DeConcini 1:12:46

9M ago1:12:46

1:12:46

Niki became a mother and motherless in the same breath. Her journey to motherhood was filled with uncertainty and trauma when we went through recurrent pregnancy loss and learning that her mom was diagnosed with Stage IV cancer at the same time. She is a wife and mom of two living in Minnesota. She is a business owner by day, a podcaster by night, …

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What It's Like Having a Toddler and a Newborn with Linnea 1:14:11

9M ago1:14:11

1:14:11

Lina and Linnea gave birth around the same time and both have toddlers and newborns. They have a fun and dynamic friend catch-up about having two young kids. In this episode they talk about: Division of labor between partners Mom guilt Going back to work Childcare Hypnobirthing Breastfeeding Linnea's first pod appearance: Hypnobirthing and How To H…

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Coparenting After Divorce with Mikki Gardener 50:04

10M ago50:04

50:04

Almost 60% of marriages end in divorce. Mikki checked every box to guarantee a happy life- but what felt like an instant the life she thought she had was gone. Divorce was the healthiest option for their relationship. Parenting can be alienating with little ones and when you get divorced it's another level of alienation. Mikki is a mentor and coach…

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My Postpartum Doula and I Recap the Last 3 Months of Working Together 1:05:54

10M ago1:05:54

1:05:54

Lina hired her postpartum doula, Katie, to aid her in her first few months postpartum with her second baby, Evelyn. In this episode, Lina and Katie have an informal chat on what it was like working together. This is a great episode for anyone who's considering hiring a postpartum doula! Connect with Katie on Instagram: @lifeinbloomwellness To learn…

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Trad Wives, Faerie Smut, and The Sicilian Inheritance with Jo Piazza 35:26

10M ago35:26

35:26

In this episode, Lina invites bestselling author and podcaster Jo Piazza on to discuss trad wives and why they are problematic for our nation's youth. In this episode, they talk about: The definition of a trad wife: how is she different than a stay-at-home-mom Why glamorizing the lifestyle of a trad wife through social media is creating a false nar…

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Just Chatting: Thoughts on Going Back to Work, Childcare ($$$), & How I'm Managing as a Mom of 2 53:04

10M ago53:04

53:04

In this episode, Lina gives a 3 month postpartum update. Just Chatting episodes are meant to emulate a your mom bestie leaving you a long voice note. In this episode Lina talks about: How her maternity leave is ending and her thoughts on going back to work Transparency on the costs of childcare and what she can realistically afford Public versus pr…

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Trad Wives and Feminism with Katie DeGroot 1:10:18

11M ago1:10:18

1:10:18

Katherine is a creative homemaker and mom of four. While she doesn't identify as a "trad wife", she believes that by other people's standards she would be considered one. Lina and Katherine have a thoughtful discussion how the criticism of trad wives can be demeaning towards SAHMs and domestic labor. They also have a candid discussion about feminis…

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Discriminated by American Airlines for Breastfeeding in Public with Ashley Copperstone 42:42

11M ago42:42

42:42

Have to breastfeed on American Airlines? Think again. When first-time mom Ashley Copperstone was flying out of Grand Rapics, MI she didn't think twice when she was breastfeeding her daughter at the gate. It's something a lot of us moms do, especially trying to soothe a cranky baby. A crew member from American Airlines felt the need to publicly appr…

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Take BACK Control of Your Life After Losing Yourself in Motherhood with Former Superior Court Judge Shelyna Brown 49:42

11M ago49:42

49:42

"Life is not happening to you but FOR you." A lot of us lose ourselves in motherhood. In Lina's conversation with former Superior Court Judge Shelyna Brown, they discuss how you can come back to yourself and how to find that purpose and passion again. Connect with Shelyna: @svbconsultingpreside Check out Shelyna's book, Preside: Biblical Principles…

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Just Chatting: What I LOVE About Motherhood and Marriage + Listener Thoughts 40:52

11M ago40:52

40:52

Happy Valentine's Day! In this special episode, Lina shares what she LOVES most about motherhood and marriage and also shares what YOU said you love too! If you want to contribute to the listener feedback episodes, give Lina a follow on Instagram (@linaforrestal) and keep an eye on her Stories where she polls her audience. Support the show Connect …

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Jealousy and Comparison in Motherhood with Twin Mom Engrid Latina 1:13:04

11M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Host Lina Forrestal and her friend and fellow podcaster Engrid Latina sit down for a thought-provoking chit chat about jealousy and comparison in motherhood. Engrid Latina is a personal trainer and strength coach (CSCS) based out of Ohio. She has trained clients both in-person and online for nearly a decade. Engrid's personal history with an eating…

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Pregnancy Loss, Postpartum Depression, and a Test of Faith with Kyla Sapp 59:53

11M ago59:53

59:53

Support the show Connect with Lina on @linaforrestal on Instagram Follow the @newmamaspodcast on Instagram Read Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.com Support the Show: Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/newmamaspodcast)Af Lina Forrestal

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Just Chatting: Part 2 of My Newborn Stage Experience & Reacting to the Kyte Baby Controversy with Alyssa Bolanos 56:14

12M ago56:14

56:14

In this episode, Lina mentions a few more things about her postpartum experience so far that she forgot to mention in the last recap episode. She also breaks down the Kyte Baby controversy with her friend Alyssa Bolanos. Check out Nourish to Heal organic and healthy meal delivery in Central, New Jersey: https://nourishtoheal.com/ Connect with Katie…

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Just Chatting: What My Last 7 Weeks of Newborn Life Have Been Like 49:34

12M ago49:34

49:34

In this episode, Lina talks about how her postpartum experience is going so far: how her mental health has been and how she's been juggling newborn life with a toddler in tow. Support the show Connect with Lina on @linaforrestal on Instagram Follow the @newmamaspodcast on Instagram Read Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.com Support the Show: Buy Me a …

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All the Thoughts and Feelings of Unexpectedly Becoming a SAHM with Brittani Cannata 49:48

1y ago49:48

49:48

23-year-old Brittani got pregnant unexpectedly with her daughter. While she is the best thing Brittani could ever ask for, new motherhood was a difficult adjustment. She worked in an OBGYN when she got pregnant and loved her job, but due to lack of childcare had to quit and become a stay-at-home-mom. In this episode, Brittani also shares her positi…

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How to Get Your Body Moving Again Postpartum with Twin Mom and Personal Trainer Engrid Latina (CSCS) 59:20

1y ago59:20

59:20

In this episode, Lina and twin mom Engrid Latina talk about getting moving again after having a baby (or two)! As a mom of twin toddlers, she understands the challenges and changes that come with postpartum recovery and curated a 6-Week Postpartum Training Program designed to help postpartum moms regain strength, energy, and confidence. Join her Ja…

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MY BIRTH STORY!! + My Doula Jenna Toulantis & Hospital Audio From My Birth 1:15:36

1y ago1:15:36

1:15:36

In this SPECIAL episode, Lina Forrestal tells her positive birth story with her doula, Jenna Toulantis. Jenna helps recount the story from her perspective, adding in professional explanations for why certain things did and didn't happen. Lina's mom also pops in on the episode, discussing how things have changed in 34 years when it comes to pregnanc…

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Having a Positive Home Birth Experience with Julissa Edwards 1:08:38

1y ago1:08:38

1:08:38

After Julissa delivered her first baby in the hospital, she decided she wanted a more natural experience and sought to have a home birth. After working with a team of professionals, she designed a home birth and safely welcomed her second child into the world. Connect with Julissa on Instagram: @julissa.edwards_counseling Julissa Edwards is a licen…

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My Postpartum Doula Tells All - Katie from Life in Bloom Wellness 58:49

1y ago58:49

58:49

My daughter, Evelyn, was born last week on November 27th! I recorded this episode with my postpartum doula, Katie, back in October. I'm super excited for her to start with our family next week! Katie is a mom of four and a postpartum doula who is passionate about health and wellness. In this episode, we talk about: What is a postpartum doula? What …

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Mom Hacks for Making the Holidays Less Overwhelming + Gift Ideas for Kids and Husbands with Mariela from Mama Wears Athleisure Podcast 52:27

1y ago52:27

52:27

In this special Holiday themed episode, host Lina Forrestal is joined by Mariela de Santiago of Mama Wears Athleisure Podcast and they share tips and tricks for minimizing Holiday overwhelm from a first-time mom perspective. Link to Christmas Ornaments Organizer: https://amzn.to/3SXQr70 Gift Ideas Mentioned in this Episode: Bombas Socks https://ref…

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Just Chatting: 37 Week Update, Friends Disappearing After Becoming A Mom, Induction Date, and Feeling Excited for Christmas 53:24

1y ago53:24

53:24

Hello friends! I'm excited to share this bonus solo-episode with you all. The truth is I miss uploading twice a week, it was so fun to be able to talk to you more often about the things I care about and the things going through my mind! I hope to do more of these while on maternity leave-- which ps. I'm not going anywhere! I will still have weekly …

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Dangerous Baby Products Parents Should Avoid with Consumer Reports Baby Safety Leads: Ashita Kapoor and Oriene Shin 37:20

1y ago37:20

37:20

With the holidays just around the corner, Lina sits down with the Consumer Reports Baby Safety team to discuss which baby products parents should avoid purchasing for their little ones or as gifts for others. Articles mentioned in this episode: 5 Dangerous Children’s Products Parents Should Avoid Are There Still Heavy Metals in Baby Food? Baby Bott…

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Practical Tips for Preparing Your Toddler (and Partner) for Baby Number 2 with Stephanie Agnew 52:22

1y ago52:22

52:22

In this episode, host Lina Forrestal participates in a LIVE COACHING SESSION with Parenting Coach, Stephanie Agnew of Parents Place which is part of Jewish Family and Children Services. Lina is concerned about adding a newborn to their already solid family of 3 and seeks practical advice and tips for a smooth transition. Timestamps: 00:00 - 07:55 -…

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UNHINGED Mom Rants with "Honest as a Mother" Amanda Gurman (+ Listener Rants) 1:05:01

1y ago1:05:01

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[RATED EXPLICIT] This episode has some explicit language! If you have little ones around it might be a good idea to pop in headphones or listen to it at another time :) In this episode, Lina and Amanda Gurman of Honest as a Mother Podcast enjoy a cathartic episode together where they share their biggest mom rants. They tackle everything from marria…

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What's the Least Worst Halloween Candy + Toddler Teeth Health with Pediatric Dentist Aimee Leibowitz 50:16

1y ago50:16

50:16

Aimee is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and mommy to 3 boys. She is the owner of Oceans Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry with her husband and practices in Westfield, New Jersey. Listen to our first episode with Aimee: Teething, Pacifiers, & Early Oral Health Habits with Pediatric Dentist Dr. Aimee Leibowitz Helpful Notes from this Episode:…

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Which Ingredients Should NEVER Be Used on Your Baby with Twin Mom & Bright Body Baby CEO, Gabi Day 1:05:45

1y ago1:05:45

1:05:45

Gabi Day is an identical twin mom (17 months) and also the CEO, Founder, and Formulator of Bright Body and Bright Body Baby, a nontoxic + refillable personal care brand dedicated to creating clean products. Lina and Gabi discuss: The mindset around the "just wait" phenomenon A quick overview of her traumatic birth Gabi and Lina's reaction to the ta…

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Just Chatting: 30 Week Pregnancy Update - Gestational Diabetes, Hiring a Doulatog and PostPartum Doula, & Thoughts About My 2nd Birth 1:02:40

1y ago1:02:40

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Lina is now in her third trimester at 30 or 31 weeks! She can never remember how many weeks she is but her due date is coming up on December 10. In this episode she catches up with her listeners about everything from house projects, to financial concerns, her pregnancy diagnosis and thoughts around birth. Talked about in this episode: How Lina swit…

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Missed Miscarriage, D&C Procedure, and Grief in a Blended Family with Katy Tripp 1:23:12

1+ y ago1:23:12

1:23:12

When Katy and her partner Will found out they were pregnant, they were ecstatic. Katy and Will have a blended family of 4 young kids that they co-parent with their biological mother. They shared the good news with their friends and family and started to prepare their journey into having a child together. Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned a…

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Honest Chat About Having Our 2nd Babies with Jaclyn King 53:10

1+ y ago53:10

53:10

Former NYC mom and professional organizer Jaclyn King is pregnant with her second baby. Both Lina and Jaclyn's kids are around the same age and they have an honest chat about what they're excited for, what they're not excited for, their concerns, and how they're organizing their small country houses for a new baby! Talked about in this episode: How…

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Pre-eclampsia, HELLP Syndrome, & Emergency C-Section with Brook Krieger 1:01:09

1+ y ago1:01:09

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Brook had a normal pregnancy up until about 19 weeks when she was admitted to the hospital. Her team discovered that she was severely preeclamptic and developed HELLP syndrome. HELLP Syndrome is a life-threatening pregnancy complication usually considered to be a variant of preeclampsia. It stands for Hemolysis, Elevated Liver enzymes and Low Plate…

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Just Chatting: UNSPOKEN Mom Rules + Listener Thoughts 56:40

1+ y ago56:40

56:40

If a parent isn't watching, do you discipline their child? Do you bring toys to the pool? When there's conflict at the playground, do you step in or let the kids "figure it out"? This episode is all about UNSPOKEN MOM RULES! A lot of listeners "rules" contradict each other because a lot of these are unspoken. We all have our own set of unspoken mom…

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Baby with Congenital Heart Condition (Double Aortic Arch) + Emotions Going Through Surgery with Paige Beaudoin 1:14:16

1+ y ago1:14:16

1:14:16

Wisconsin mom Paige Beaudoin's path to motherhood wasn't easy. She found out about her daughter's congenital heart condition (double aortic arch) at her 20 week anatomy scan and talks about her journey through endless tests, birth, and her daughter's surgery. Discussed in this episode: How Paige found out she was pregnant and what her pregnancy was…

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A Shotgun Wedding, a Month Long Hospitalization, and a Happy Ending with Madison Neely 54:09

1+ y ago54:09

54:09

When 26-year-old Madison and her boyfriend found out they were pregnant, they decided to get married. This was challenging for both families to accept, but Madison and her boyfriend navigated it and proceeded to have a beautiful wedding. In this episode, Madison shares her story that includes a traumatic month long hospitalization during pregnancy,…

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Preeclampsia, Placental Abruption, and Pre-term Birth: 23 Year Old Jerrika Latham's Experience 43:15

1+ y ago43:15

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Young moms aren't usually seen as high risk, but 23-year-old Jerrika Latham experienced numerous complications throughout pregnancy that she suspects was due to her endometriosis. By 28 weeks, she started to dilate, went into labor at 32 weeks, and stopped it until she needed to be induced and then sent for an urgent C-section at 35 weeks. Her daug…

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WORTH THE HYPE: Newborn, Infant, and Baby Products with Mariela DeSantiago 35:18

1+ y ago35:18

35:18

In this episode, we dive into the world of newborn, infant, and baby products that live up to the hype! Lina is joined this week by Mariela DeSantiago, host of Mama Wears Athleisure and they talk about all the stuff they loved -- and in retrospect wish they had -- in the first 12 months of motherhood. Some products mentioned in the episode: ZippyJa…

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Just Chatting: The Good Parts of Pregnancy, Birth, and Motherhood + Listener Thoughts 46:26

1+ y ago46:26

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In this heartwarming Just Chatting episode, we dive into the GOOD PARTS of pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Hosted by Lina Forrestal, this episode aims to discuss the joyous moments, personal growth, and profound emotions that come with becoming a mom. Mentioned in this episode: Jon and Kate + 8: Family Circus VICE Documentary First pill for postp…

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C-Sections: Everything You Need To Know with Registered Nurse Carly from Fourth Trimester Foundations 42:31

1+ y ago42:31

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About 30% of live births are cesarean sections, also known as C-sections. In this episode, registered nurse Carly answers frequently asked questions about c-sections and walks new mamas through what they should expect. Discussed in this episode: The 3 types of circumstances around C-sections: planned/scheduled, emergency, deemed necessary in the mo…

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5 Months Postpartum: Anxiety, Daycare, and Going Back To Work with Kim Lima 54:27

1+ y ago54:27

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Massachusetts mom, Kim Lima, is a working stay-at-home mom. In this episode, Lina chats with Kim about her journey into new motherhood and what the first 5 months postpartum have looked like for her. Support the show Connect with Lina on @linaforrestal on Instagram Follow the @newmamaspodcast on Instagram Read Lina's Blog: www.linaforrestal.com Sup…

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Just Chatting: Gender Reveal, Baby Names, & Honest Thoughts About How Many Kids We Want 59:18

1+ y ago59:18

59:18

Learning the gender of your baby is one of life's intimate milestones. In this episode, Lina candidly talks about her second baby's gender and shares her thoughts and concerns. Although she's excited, there's a lot she's worried about, a lot of the stuff stemming from her childhood experiences. Lina shares the wide array of emotions she experiences…

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How to Begin to Heal Generational Trauma as a New Mom with Therapist Julissa Edwards 51:18

1+ y ago51:18

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Children are a mirror to ourselves. Julissa Edwards had a began a spiritual journey in her first pregnancy in healing her generational trauma. In this episode, Julissa chats with host Lina Forrestal about how entering motherhood can often spark the desire to heal trauma. Julissa is a licensed Therapist and Mindset Coach and is passionate about help…

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OUR SUMMER FAVORITES: Recipes, Books, and Mom Hacks with Fallon Santiago 1:02:26

1+ y ago1:02:26

1:02:26

In this episode, Lina and her friend Fallon talk about what they've been obsessed with lately: from food to books to mom hacks and fun things to do with your kids in the summer, they talk about it all. Fallon Santiago is a mom of 2, blogger, artist, and Pure Barre instructor. Connect with her on Instagram: @casadefallon and @readwithfallon This epi…

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Experiencing Postpartum Depression (PPD) and Postpartum Anxiety (PPA) with Christie Rocha 45:31

1+ y ago45:31

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Postpartum depression can happen to any new mom and it happened to Christie. In this episode, mom of two talks about her experience: When did she first experience symptoms of PPD and PPA? Specific examples of her postpartum depression symptoms How long she experienced those symptoms before getting help What the therapy process looked like What kind…

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Just Chatting: My Husband and I Get Vulnerable Talking Marriage, Another Baby, and Answering Listener Questions 59:04

1+ y ago59:04

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In this Just Chatting episode, host Lina Forrestal invites her husband, John Forrestal, on the podcast to catch-up about their son turning 3 and adding another baby into the family come December. Lina and John talk about: John's apprehension about Archie having a sibling and where it comes from Lina's thoughts about sibling relationships John feeli…

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How to Nurture Creativity At Home with Toddlers Featuring Children's Book Writer Heidi Fiedler 52:57

1+ y ago52:57

52:57

In this fun episode, Lina and Heidi talk about creativity and art and how to nurture that at home. Heidi is a writer, editor, and creative coach. Heidi discusses how her son is autistic and how to encourage children who aren't interested in traditional art activities. Connect with Heidi on Instagram: @heidifiedler Website: https://www.helloheidifie…

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Just Chatting: Losing weight...gaining weight...and all the complicated feelings in-between 43:52

1+ y ago43:52

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In this Just Chatting episode, Lina discusses her complicated feelings around her ever-changing body. She gained weight after her first pregnancy, then lost the weight, and is now gaining it again with her second pregnancy. Although she feels blessed for her pregnancy, she's not loving the process of gaining weight again. Lina shares about how radi…

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Postpartum Body Image as a Mid-Sized Mom with Hayley Probst 50:31

1+ y ago50:31

50:31

Hayley is a first-time mom and full-time working mom that lives in San Diego, California. She has always had a passion for fashion, body positivity and empowering women to feel BEAUTIFUL and SEEN- no matter what their size. In this episode, Lina and Hayley chat about navigating their ever changing bodies, especially postpartum. In this episode, the…

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Just Chatting: I had to put my 12-year-old dog down 1:03:00

1+ y ago1:03:00

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This week, I had to put my 12-year-old dog down. The grief in this episode is specific to losing a pet. It’s therapeutic for me to share everything that I learned about grief in the last few weeks: How grief brought my husband and I closer How grief feels like mental gymnastics Navigating tough conversations: when is the right time to put a dog dow…

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Getting Your VBAC: Advice from a Doula with Sarah Marie Bilger 41:12

1+ y ago41:12

41:12

In this episode, we're talking having a "Vaginal Birth After a Cesarean" delivery, also known as the acronym, VBAC. Doula and unmedicated VBAC mama, Sarah Marie Bilger, shares her experience and tips for moms who are looking to have their VBAC experience. She’s also an engineer and the host of the Entering Motherhood podcast. Topics in the episode:…

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Just Chatting: Reactions to Bridgerton's Queen Charlotte with Ayzia 42:20

1+ y ago42:20

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In May, Netflix dropped a Bridgerton prequel spin-off, "Queen Charlotte" that focuses on the marriage between Charlotte and King George III. In this Just Chatting episode, Lina invites her friend and fellow blogger, Ayzia, to discuss the show with her. They talk about: The history of the real Queen Charlotte Charlotte's character arc Lady Danbury's…

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