Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity

Chelsea Barbine INHC, Postpartum Health Coach
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The go-to podcast for moms who want to feel less overwhelmed in the trenches of early motherhood.  ***TOP 5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST ***  You did everything they told you to do. You took the birth class. You built the baby registry. You prepped the nursery, the hospital bag-maybe even printed a checklist or two. But somewhere between the gender guesses and the baby pools, no one prepared you for the most important part: the exhaustion, the mental load, the identity shift—life after birth. If you’re overwhelmed, touched-out, or wondering when you’ll finally feel like yourself again, you’re not alone-and you’re not failing.  You’re in the right place, mama.  Hi, I’m Chelsea Barbine—wife, mom of two under three, postpartum health coach, and the friend who will always ask you to tell me more. I’ve lived two very different postpartum realities.The first? A summer baby who arrived five days past her due date. I had a 9–5 job, full-time childcare, and a calm, two-person household.  The second? A winter baby born six weeks early, 16 days in the NICU, a toddler at home, and a business I wasn’t taking much of a "maternity leave" from.  What I’ve learned is this: the only way to be the mom you want to be is to make sure you’re supported, too.  On a mission to rewrite the postpartum narrative for the collective I’m sharing my “secrets” to better sleep, sanity and self-identity in motherhood. Because truthfully - the health and happiness of the world depends on us! If you’re ready to finally feel at home in your postpartum body… to create rhythms that support your healing, boost your energy, and strengthen your bond with your baby… to make confident decisions without spending hours scrolling for answers… and to reconnect with who you are—without the mom guilt—this podcast is for you. So throw in that claw clip and grab your Hydrojug. It’s time to Postpartum Better!  Next Steps: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Coach with me: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Email me: Chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

  1. 6D AGO

    130. Are You Breaking Generational Patterns — or Passing Them Down? with Cathy Heller

    Send us a text What if the way you mother has been shaped by things you learned long before you ever became a mom? In this episode, Chelsea Barbine is sitting down with Cathy Heller — renowned teacher, top-ranked podcaster, bestselling author and her personal mentor. You'll learn why your children are here to reflect your growth, your healing, and your capacity to receive more than you ever thought possible. If you’ve ever wondered why certain moments in motherhood feel so triggering… or so healing… this episode will change the way you see yourself — and your child. • Follow Cathy Heller on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cathy.heller/ • Order the Abundant Ever After book: https://www.cathyheller.com/abundant-ever-after-book-1 Next Steps: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    55 min

  2. JAN 17

    129. The Postpartum Village Didn’t Disappear - It Evolved

    Send us a text If you’ve been feeling disappointed by what “support” looks like after baby, this episode is for you. We’re talking about the most resourced era postpartum moms have ever lived in — and what that actually means 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. Next Steps: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    5 min

  3. JAN 10

    128. The Most Underrated Postpartum Prep (It Isn’t Meal Prep) with Miranda Slaydon

    Send us a text You prepped the freezer. You stocked the diapers. You made a birth plan. And yet… postpartum still feels heavier than you expected. Because here’s the part most moms aren’t told: The most important postpartum prep doesn’t happen in the kitchen. In this episode, Chelsea Barbine sits down with Miranda Slaydon, mom of three and certified postpartum doula, for an honest conversation about what actually makes postpartum recovery feel supported — and why preparation looks very different once you’ve lived it. From precipitous births and a foggy second postpartum to her most grounded recovery after baby number three, Miranda shares how community, boundaries, partner support, and environment shaped her healing in ways meal prep never could. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why a “beautiful birth” doesn’t guarantee an easy postpartumThe overlooked role your partner plays in postpartum recoveryHow learning to receive help changes everythingWhy your home environment matters more than most moms realizeThe difference between preparing for birth and preparing for life after birthPostpartum isn’t something you get through — it’s something you’re supported through. And when you stop trying to do it all yourself and start building a team around you, recovery feels entirely different. 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: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    1h 2m

  4. JAN 3

    127. Why the Support That Got You Through Early Postpartum Isn’t Working Anymore

    Send us a text Would you trust your 20-year-old self to give you postpartum advice? Chelsea doesn't think she'd give her younger self that much credit. Yet, one of the most grounding articulations she's recently discovered about motherhood came from something she read ten years ago.   In this episode, you’ll hear: Why postpartum support is rarely randomWhy what worked for you early postpartum might no longer be "working"The rule that she uses daily to support herself through motherhoodIf you’ve been feeling like you’re outgrowing something but don’t know what comes next — this conversation might put words to 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: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    10 min

  5. 12/27/2025

    126. 5 Postpartum “Bounce Back” Myths to Let Go Of with Shoshana McNeil

    Send us a text You’re doing everything “right.” You’re moving your body again. You’re trying to eat well. And yet… you don’t feel like yourself. Your body feels unfamiliar. Your confidence feels shaky. And no matter how many times someone tells you “your body just did something amazing,” it doesn’t magically make it easier to look in the mirror. Here’s the truth most moms aren’t told: Postpartum isn’t about getting back to who you were — because that version of you doesn’t exist anymore. In this episode, Chelsea Barbine sits down with Shoshana McNeil, mom of five boys and personal trainer, to break down why bounce-back culture fails moms — and talk about what postpartum recovery actually requires: grace, patience, and rebuilding from the inside out. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why bounce-back expectations create pressure and shameThe identity shift no one prepares moms forWhy postpartum recovery takes time — and why that’s normalHow guilt keeps moms from caring for themselvesThe mindset shift that helps you feel stronger and more confident The truth? When you stop chasing who you were and start building who you’re becoming, everything changes. 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: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    50 min

  6. 12/20/2025

    125. Postpartum Hair Loss: 3 Ways to Support Hair Regrowth

    Send us a text Postpartum hair loss can feel alarming — especially when it shows up months after birth. In this episode, Chelsea explains why it happens and shares three ways to support postpartum hair regrowth. You’ll learn: Why postpartum hair loss is a normal response to pregnancy and birthHow sleep deprivation and elevated stress can intensify sheddingWhy nourishment plays a key role in signaling safety to your bodyWhat regrowth typically looks like — and what not to panic aboutNext Steps: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    9 min

  7. 12/13/2025

    124. Why You Might Feel Less Happy Since Becoming a Mom with Dana Votto

    Send us a text Do you have everything you hoped for… but feel less “happy”? Most moms assume feeling overwhelmed or “not like yourself” is just part of the season. But what’s actually happening when you decide to just wait it out? In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Dana Votto, a mom of two and founder of Inner Glow, for an honest conversation about what happens when motherhood becomes your entire identity. Dana shares how years of exclusive breastfeeding, rigid routines, solo parenting through medical crises, and never asking for help left her completely drained. And how one simple question — “What makes you happy?” — became the starting point for finding herself again. Together, they unpack: The subtle ways moms lose their identity (and why it often goes unnoticed for years)Why the second baby hits differentlyWhat inner work and self-rediscovery actually look likeThe TWO simple habits you can start todayIf you’ve been feeling lost, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the person you were before kids - hit play and thank us later! 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: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    1h 1m

  8. 12/06/2025

    123. Does Winter Influence Postpartum Depression? 4 Strategies I Followed as a NICU Mom Last Winter

    Send us a text Most moms have heard of postpartum depression… but how many know that winter (specifically for those who are prone to Seasonal Affective Disorder) can increase the risk — especially for mothers navigating exhaustion, hormonal shifts, breastfeeding, and early motherhood. And for NICU moms, the emotional load is even heavier. In this episode, Chelsea shares the four winter-specific strategies that helped her protect her mental health after going into premature labor, delivering six weeks early, and juggling a 16-day NICU stay with a toddler at home — all during the darkest, coldest time of year. Disclaimer: 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: Book a call with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter

    13 min
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The go-to podcast for moms who want to feel less overwhelmed in the trenches of early motherhood.  ***TOP 5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST ***  You did everything they told you to do. You took the birth class. You built the baby registry. You prepped the nursery, the hospital bag-maybe even printed a checklist or two. But somewhere between the gender guesses and the baby pools, no one prepared you for the most important part: the exhaustion, the mental load, the identity shift—life after birth. If you’re overwhelmed, touched-out, or wondering when you’ll finally feel like yourself again, you’re not alone-and you’re not failing.  You’re in the right place, mama.  Hi, I’m Chelsea Barbine—wife, mom of two under three, postpartum health coach, and the friend who will always ask you to tell me more. I’ve lived two very different postpartum realities.The first? A summer baby who arrived five days past her due date. I had a 9–5 job, full-time childcare, and a calm, two-person household.  The second? A winter baby born six weeks early, 16 days in the NICU, a toddler at home, and a business I wasn’t taking much of a "maternity leave" from.  What I’ve learned is this: the only way to be the mom you want to be is to make sure you’re supported, too.  On a mission to rewrite the postpartum narrative for the collective I’m sharing my “secrets” to better sleep, sanity and self-identity in motherhood. Because truthfully - the health and happiness of the world depends on us! If you’re ready to finally feel at home in your postpartum body… to create rhythms that support your healing, boost your energy, and strengthen your bond with your baby… to make confident decisions without spending hours scrolling for answers… and to reconnect with who you are—without the mom guilt—this podcast is for you. So throw in that claw clip and grab your Hydrojug. It’s time to Postpartum Better!  Next Steps: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Coach with me: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Email me: Chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

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