Reborn into Motherhood

Cynthia Vackar
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The transition into motherhood is one that can only be described as being reborn. There is so much that changes for us mentally, emotionally and physically and every mother's experience is different. Join me, Cynthia Vackar, as I talk to different mamas from all walks of life about their journey into motherhood and beyond. 

  1. 06/25/2025

    Ep. 37 Reclaiming Your Story: Navigating Birth Trauma and recovery with Dr. Maya Weir

    Send a text In this powerful and deeply moving season finale, I sit down with Dr. Maya Weir, a California-based therapist who specializes in supporting parents through birth trauma. She’s not only an expert in the field but also a mama herself, bringing both professional insight and personal experience to our conversation. Dr. Maya opens the episode by redefining birth trauma—a term that encompasses much more than just the physical act of birth. From conception through pregnancy, labor, and into postpartum, trauma can show up in unexpected ways, and it deserves to be acknowledged. We dive into: 🌱 What birth trauma really is and how it begins well before delivery🌸 Dr. Maya’s personal story and how her own experience led her into the work she does today🧘🏽‍♀️ The role of somatic work in healing trauma—and how she uses it with clients💬 My own journey with birth trauma and the healing process🫶 The importance of postpartum support and community for all momsThis episode is for anyone who has walked through the birth journey—whether you've experienced trauma yourself, are supporting someone who has, or simply want to understand the complexities behind the postpartum experience. You can Find and connect with Dr. Maya Weir at: Instagram: @thrivingca or Website: https://www.thrivingca.com/ As we wrap up Season 2, I want to say a heartfelt THANK YOU to everyone who has listened, shared, and supported this show. It means the world.  Stay tuned for Season 3, coming late 2025 or early 2026! Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    35 min

  2. 06/11/2025

    Ep. 36 The mental Load of Motherhood & Why You Matter Too with Natalie Robbins

    Send a text Motherhood often feels like a never-ending checklist-but behind that is something deeper: the invisible weight we carry, and how it impacts our identity, relationships and ability to care for ourselves.  In this powerful episode, I am joined by Natalie Robbins, a mom of of a two-year-old and a life and leadership coach. We talk about the mental load of motherhood and how it's more than just being busy- it's about the silent responsibilities, emotional labor, and the constant mental tabs we keep open.  We explore the following: Identity loss vs. Identity shift- and how to reconnect with who you are. Why overwhelm is so common for moms and what we can do about it.Making the invisible load visible so you can get real support from your partner or loved ones.Practical steps to lighten the load and create space for you. How community and connection help us thrive-and why you don't have to do it all alone. Natalie is a certified career and leadership coach and the founder of Pivot in Power. She partners with emerging leaders, entrepreneurs, and individuals exploring new paths to align their careers with their values and life priorities. With a background in tech leadership, recruiting, and people operations, Natalie supports clients in crafting sustainable, fulfilling careers—without sacrificing well-being. As a mom, she understands the importance of creating space for both ambition and life, and brings that perspective into every coaching partnership. Feel free to reach Natalie about this episode or for coaching information.  Instagram: @Pivotinpower Website: https://www.pivotinpower.com Free consultation call: https://app.reclaim.ai/m/natalie-pivotinpower/quick-meeting Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    40 min

  3. 05/28/2025

    Ep. 35 Reconnecting with yourself through movement and mindfulness with Susana from Yoga for Mom Life.

    Send a text In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, I sit down with Susana- mama of one and founder of Yoga for Mom Life, an on demand yoga platform designed specifically for moms and a wellness podcast to help mothers feel more alive, present and fulfilled with yoga-based strategies. Susana's mission aligns so beautifully with ours: helping moms prioritize their health, reconnect with themselves, and truly thrive- no just survive.  We dive into a powerful conversation around what it really means to tune back into yourself as a mom. From recognizing the incredible things you're already doing to giving yourself the grace and space to grow, Susana shares her wisdom on embracing this journey with compassion. She also opens up about how yoga and mindful movement have supported her in motherhood and offers practical ways you can start incorporating these tools into your life- even in the midst of chaos and overwhelm.  If you've been feeling disconnected, stressed, or simply in need of a little self-love, this episode is a beautiful reminder that you're not alone- and that caring for yourself is not only allowed, but essential.  Connect with Susana: https://yogaformomlife.com/ Instagram: @yogaformom_life Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    43 min

  4. 05/14/2025

    Ep. 34 The Motherhood Shift: A candid motherhood chat with my mom-to-be bestie, Christina.

    Send a text In this special episode, the mic flips and I'm the one in the host seat! My dear friend, Christina- first time mom-to-be and officially on baby watch- joins me just weeks before her due date to ask all the real, raw questions about early motherhood. She interview's me about my own transition into motherhood, the identity shifts that came with it, and what I wish I had known or done differently. We talk about how becoming a mom impacts relationship with your partner, how to navigate those changes with intention, and practical ways I've worked through the messiness and magic of this season.  Stick around to the end for a little update on how Christina is doing now- and if you'd like to connect with her, you can find her over on Instagram @christinagregorphoto Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    51 min

  5. 04/30/2025

    EP. 33 Working, Motherhood and Thriving: Brittany's journey from single mom to a stay-at-home mom of two.

    Send a text In this week's episode,  Brittany (mama of 2 and member of of my online health and wellness community Thrive Tribe) shares with us how motherhood has been for her from being a single full-time working mom when she initially became a mother, to now being a stay-at-home mom of two. We talk about mental health and the obstacles she has had to overcome while still working on herself daily. She has found that having a morning routine allows  her to start her days with more energy and it has been wonderful for her health physically, emotionally and mentally. Wellness has become a part of her daily habits, allowing her to feel like she is thriving in motherhood instead of just surviving it.  If you would like to reach out to Brittany, you can find her on Instagram @gracefulfitmama. Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    31 min

  6. 04/09/2025

    Ep. 32 Strength in every sound: Shannon's empowering journey with hearing loss and motherhood

    Send a text In this week's episode I sit down and talk with Shannon, a mama of 2, about her journey as a mother of hearing loss. She shares the ups and downs of having that extra layer of obstacles that she navigates on a daily basis. From becoming a mom in the midst of a world pandemic, to having two babies under two years, she has learned a lot along the way and is now an active advocate for mothers of hearing loss. As we open up the space for this type of conversation, we also talk about how she prioritizes herself within motherhood so she can keep showing up as the best version of herself for her family.  If you'd like to connect with Shannon, you can find her on Instagram @shanb_mamasqd.  Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    36 min

  7. 03/26/2025

    Ep. 31 Healing after birth: Jamie's Journey through prenatal trauma and postpartum PTSD

    Send a text In today's episode, Jamie, a mama of one, shares with us how her transition into motherhood was one that was nothing like she envisioned with medical complications. From the very beginning of her pregnancy, Jamie experienced continuous cardiac episodes that left her unable to do many day-to-day things and led to her developing postpartum PTSD.  As a mental health therapist herself, she started noticing she was experiencing very similar symptoms to PTSD, even though her doctors were treating her for postpartum depression. She found herself having to really advocate for herself and finally found a therapist that truly understood what she was going through, helping her to finally get an accurate diagnosis and treatment. Throughout her healing journey she found different ways to help her move forward like breath work, exercise and a mama community. She is now three years postpartum and has been able to live a healthy and happy life.  If you'd like to know more about Jamie and/or reach out, you can find her on Instagram @jamielynnehumphrey Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    41 min

  8. 03/12/2025

    Ep. 30 Motherhood, Wellness & Community: The story of Thrive Tribe with Colleen Curley

    Send a text In this week's episode I got to sit down again and talk with Colleen Curley, a stay-at-home mom of 3 and a dear friend, all about our private online health and wellness community  for moms that we co-founded together, Thrive Tribe. Before diving deep into what Thrive Tribe is all about, Colleen catches us up on how life and motherhood is going for her since she was last on as a guest in season one talking about Postpartum Anxiety and her journey.  We share how and why we created Thrive Tribe, what it's all about, and how working on our health alongside a community of mamas has really benefited both of us in motherhood and overall life. Motherhood is hard, but it should not feel like we are just going through the motions and just surviving. By putting yourself at the top of your priorities and taking care of health, you are choosing to thrive instead of survive. Having a community of mamas that you can relate to, have as a support system cheering you on and being there for you every step of your journey is what Thrive Tribe is all about. We thrive together in not just our health and wellness, but in motherhood and life.  If you'd like to know more about Thrive Tribe or are ready to join us, please fill out the following form and I will follow-up with you: https://forms.gle/tXz6ruWkTRyNyEKz7 If you'd like to know more about Colleen, check out episode 16 of Reborn into Motherhood, where Colleen shares all about becoming a single teen mom at the age of 19 to now being a stay-at-home mom with two littles under the age of 6 and overcoming postpartum anxiety. You can find Colleen on Instagram @colleencurley_ . Give yourself a hug mama, you are doing great! Follow me on Instagram : @flourishandthrivemotherhood E-mail: rebornintomotherhood@gmail.com If you'd like to be a guest on the podcast, please fill out this form and I will reach out as soon as I can : https://forms.gle/RuGTsRQAqGoGs4MX8

    29 min
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The transition into motherhood is one that can only be described as being reborn. There is so much that changes for us mentally, emotionally and physically and every mother's experience is different. Join me, Cynthia Vackar, as I talk to different mamas from all walks of life about their journey into motherhood and beyond. 

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  • Creator
    Cynthia Vackar
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Reborn into Motherhood
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    Reborn into Motherhood

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