Birth of a Mama: a Birth and Postpartum Podcast

Natalie Welch, MS, RD
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BOAM is a birth and postpartum, honest motherhood platform. Here, we come together to reveal the spectrum of truths about what it can feel and mean to become a mother through personal storytelling and expert interviews. All stories of pregnancy, birth and postpartum have at least one thing in common: matrescence. The massive life change that is becoming a mother. It's rarely discussed or acknowledged for what it is and the level of support it requires. And I'm here to change that. One raw story and wisdom-shedding conversation at a time.

  1. 11/25/2025

    49. You’re Not Too Much: Healing the Parts of You That Feel Unworthy with Amanda Curry, PT, DPT

    Today I’m talking with Amanda Curry, a physical therapist and somatic healing guide who helps moms reconnect with the parts of themselves they’ve been ignoring for years. Amanda spent a long time being the “perfect,” overachieving mom who looked like she had it all together—but inside she was overwhelmed, disconnected, and exhausted. Her healing began when she realized that having the degrees, the awards, the marriage, the kids… didn’t automatically equal happiness. What she was really carrying was shame, and it was running the show. Now she helps moms who feel “too much,” too emotional, too overwhelmed, or too stuck in old patterns. Her work is all about slowing down, feeling your feelings, and giving yourself the care you never got as a kid. What We Talk About How you can “have it all” on the outside and still feel unhappy What inner child healing actually is (and isn’t) How shame shows up in motherhood Why somatic healing works when talking doesn’t Letting yourself have needs—and honoring them CONNECT WITH AMANDA https://www.instagram.com/thesomaticdpt/https://www.facebook.com/amanda.g.curry Grab the $35 Guide to Increase Your Milk Supply and Confidence with Breastfeeding here. Use code BOAM at check out for 20% off now until 11/30/25. FREE Postpartum Planning Guide: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    45 min

  2. 11/11/2025

    48. The Truth About Early Language Delays — and the Free Help You’re Entitled To with Jeaneen Tang, M.A., CCC-SLP

    In today’s episode, I’m sitting down with speech-language pathologist Jeaneen Tang to talk about early language development, why so many kids end up needing speech therapy, and the simple preventative strategies you can start using today with your own infant, toddlers, and kids.  Jeaneen brings over 23 years of clinical experience working with neurodiverse children and adults — and she’s also the mom of a 12-year-old son who survived a traumatic brain injury and stroke at just 13 months old. He lost the use of the right side of his body, and today he can run, climb stairs, and thrive physically, as best as possible. Her dual perspective as both clinician and parent shapes everything she teaches. We explore her new book, Play Dumb & Sabotage, a powerful guide for moms and dads, caregivers, and early-childhood educators. Jeaneen explains how intentionally “under-helping” — stepping back, waiting, and letting kids struggle just enough — encourages problem-solving, communication, and confident self-expression. CONNECT WITH JEANEEN www.playdumbandsabotage.com IG personal: @jt808 IG business: @playdumbandsabotage Link for her book: Play Dumb & Sabotage: Mindfully under-anticipating the child’s needs and creating opportunities to practice language https://a.co/d/8WgnAsP FREE Postpartum Planning Guide: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    48 min

  3. 10/28/2025

    47. The Sweet, Tiring, Worth It Season of Second-Time Motherhood: Krista's Second Story

    Krista Ehrenfried returns to share her second birth and postpartum story — a follow-up to Episode 11 filled with the hard-won wisdom that comes from walking through the newborn days again with more perspective and compassion. Krista Shares: Wildly different labor: 40 hours the first time, just 5 hours the secondNot loving the baby phase Experiencing the newborn bubble of bliss Her experience with co-sleeping and finding what truly works for her familyContinued challenges of breastfeeding — hard again, but she made it 14 months!Why she still doesn’t love breastfeeding (and that’s okay)No postpartum depression this timeNavigating life with another colicky baby and the return of sleep deprivationThe sweetness, exhaustion, and deep love that defined this chapterAnd so much more! About Krista Ehrenfried Krista is a Holistic Psychotherapist and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) specializing in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood. She also works with clients experiencing anxiety, burnout, and relationship challenges — helping couples strengthen communication, connection, and trust. A mother of two, Krista loves cooking healthy meals from scratch, hiking, exercising, and tending to her growing garden. CONNECT WITH KRISTA @therapywithkrista therapywithkrista.com KRISTA'S RESOURCES Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth Experience by Debra Pascali-Bonaro & Elizabeth Davis Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother by Heng Ou Nourishing Traditions by Sally Fallon Morell Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Fertility by Lily Nichols, RDN Are You Menstrual? with Amanda Montalvo The Birth Hour The Business of Being Born Ellen Fisher’s Birth Course WishGarden Herbs Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    1h 7m

  4. 10/16/2025

    46. The Motherhood Gap: Why Modern Moms Are Struggling (And It’s Not Their Fault) with Kelly Conroy

    Why does motherhood in America feel so isolating? Matrescence Educator Kelly Conroy explains how evolutionary biology and social systems are out of sync—leaving new mothers unsupported and overwhelmed. We discuss how understanding the neurobiology of caregiving and the anthropology of community can help mothers rebuild the village they were meant to have. CONNECT WITH KELLY Instagram: @fierceunfoldingWebsite: https://www.thefierceunfolding.com/Navigating New Motherhood Audio Course: https://www.thefierceunfolding.com/store/nnmaudioBirth Story Medicine: https://www.thefierceunfolding.com/birth-story-medicineMotherhood Mentorship Sessions: https://www.thefierceunfolding.com/motherhood-mentorship Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    1h 10m

  5. 04/01/2025

    45. Body Image, Desire, and Pleasure: Sex as a New Mom with Chloe Mascord

    Is the roommate phase inevitable after having a baby? Will sex be less satisfying? How do I get over my body image issues and actually WANT sex? What if nothing turns me on anymore? If you have ever been worried about any of these things, this episode is for you. Today I have on Chloe Mascord, your trusted guide into the intimate world of self-discovery, sex, curiosity and connection. As a sex and intimacy coach and speaker, she helps individuals and couples unlock the secrets to deeper relationships, more satisfying intimacy, and a renewed sense of self-love. Imagine a blend of a supportive friend and a knowledgeable expert, Chloe is here to transform your intimate life after baby. CONNECT WITH CHLOE: https://www.instagram.com/thehoneyed.official/www.honey-ed.comwww.honey-ed.com/freebie FREE Postpartum Care Plan: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    39 min

  6. 03/18/2025

    44. Leah Johnson: from Politics to Parenting and Finding Fantastic Joy

    Leah Johnson's résumé includes the words Obama, Kay Hagen, and City Councilwoman, but what she has come to find out is that “mom” is the best title she’s ever had. After a career that fueled her addiction to success and other things, life was dark, and something had to change. Now she lives with the freedom to be herself and know how far from perfect she is. As an imperfect mother of two, she sometimes says bad words, frequently forgets to pack snacks for school, and on occasion, her kids eat popsicles for breakfast. But she knows she is doing the best she can, and that is all people can do on their journey. Leah grew up in Loveland, Colorado, and has an undergraduate degree from Boston University and half of a master’s degree in Public Policy and Administration from Northwestern University (because, well, sometimes you don’t finish things). She has visited 32 countries, 7 of which she visited with her kids (ages 10 and 7). She has had a 25-year career in campaign politics and public affairs, which she still needs to recover from. Her little family unit is everything to her, and she spends every free moment she can with them, traveling the world or having dance parties in their kitchen. CONNECT WITH LEAH: https://www.facebook.com/findingfantasticjoyhttps://www.instagram.com/findingfantasticjoy/ FREE Postpartum Care Plan: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    53 min

  7. 03/06/2025

    43. Amber's Story: From Uncertainty About Wanting Kids to Being Admirably Well-Prepared for the Postpartum Experience

    Today, Amber Richard Bauer shares her story of becoming a mom including being uncertain about even wanting children, a first-trimester miscarriage, her birth center turned hospital birth, the positive side of being a light sleeper, painful breastfeeding, mom rage and MUCH more. Amber is a friend of mine and she has been the star student of the Birth of a Mama podcast. She shares so many ways in which she prepared for her experience, inspired by the episodes here on this platform. It’s the longest episode to-date but for an outstanding reason.  Please enjoy! 3 Connect with Amber: IG: @ptmindfully FREE Postpartum Care Plan: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Episode writing, recording, and editing by Natalie Welch Audio mastering by Kevin Welch

    1h 52m

  8. 01/28/2025

    42. Holistic Birth and Postpartum with Conscious Birth Guide Alexandra Francis

    In today’s episode, I had a wholesome, feel-good chat with Alexandra Franics, aka Queen, about truly honoring birth and postpartum. Alexandra is a dedicated mother of 8 who has been passionately supporting births and teaching across three continents since 2012. Drawing from her time with Indigenous peoples and her ancestral lineage of midwifery, she founded 'Our Hummingbird,' offering unique birth education and immersion training coined as the 'hummingbird way.’ She guides expectant parents in a holistic, natural, and sovereign approach to childbirth, honors the first 42 days postpartum, and supports conscious parenting. She is currently fundraising for Mamahaven, a home-from-home providing around-the-clock postpartum care. In this episode, we touch on so many things finally becoming more discussed in the mainstream such as: how to follow your heart in birth how we form birth norms and expectations how much that first 42 days after birth can impact your health for decades to come how our needs for control as a society (individually, in the medical system, in our family units, relationships, etc.) often prevents the most desirable outcome  setting yourself up for the birth and postpartum you dream of regardless of environment   and so much more!  FREE Postpartum Care Plan: https://nataliewelchrd.com/ Connect with Alexandra: Mamahaven: https://www.ourhummingbird.com/mamahaven https://www.ourhummingbird.com/ IG https://www.instagram.com/ourhummingbird?igsh=Z3R1Z3c4cWxxNnN4 YT https://youtube.com/@thehummingbirdway5104?si=5IP8WeVjShhHGM7_ Tune into the New Mom Talk Podcast! Website: https://newmomtalk.com/ New Mom Talk IG: https://www.instagram.com/newmomtalk.podcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZH_AmrVDn7cdGHROIQH6Q Carlsbad Mom Crew IG: https://www.instagram.com/carlsbadmomcrew/ San Diego Mom Crew IG: https://www.instagram.com/sandiegomomcrew/

    53 min
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BOAM is a birth and postpartum, honest motherhood platform. Here, we come together to reveal the spectrum of truths about what it can feel and mean to become a mother through personal storytelling and expert interviews. All stories of pregnancy, birth and postpartum have at least one thing in common: matrescence. The massive life change that is becoming a mother. It's rarely discussed or acknowledged for what it is and the level of support it requires. And I'm here to change that. One raw story and wisdom-shedding conversation at a time.

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