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. 1D AGO

    From Postpartum Depression to Postpartum Doula: a FTM’s Perspective on the Modern Day Village with Holly Kimbell

    Send us a text When Holly Kimbell was pregnant, she found herself so fearful of birth that she was avoidant of receiving care. What the first time mom didn’t realize was that postpartum would feel even scarier than birth.  By two months in, the first time mom knew that she needed therapy, but it wasn’t until her daughter’s first birthday that she finally got the treatment that changed everything. In today’s episode, Chelsea learns about Holly's journey through postpartum depression and postpartum psychosis, how community and family support kickstarted her recovery, and what led her to start her own postpartum doula company, Orange County Postpartum Doula. Together they talk about the courage it takes to seek help, breaking the silence around maternal mental health, and how to rebuild the “modern-day village” every mom deserves.  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: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    1h 6m

  2. AUG 30

    The 1 Planning Strategy That Can Reduce Partner Resentment and Postpartum Depression by 65%

    Send us a text Ever wish your partner could read your mind after baby? Instead of hearing “How can I help?” imagine getting a text like, “I’m heading to the grocery store so you don’t have to tomorrow.” In this episode, Chelsea unpacks the ONE planning strategy that takes you from carrying the invisible load alone to actually feeling partnered. Related Episodes: How to Rekindle Relationship with Cecilia Mannella, MSW, RSW, RCC Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 Things to Include Want Postpartum Support Without Sacrificing Control? How to Set Up a Meal Train in 4 Easy Steps 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: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    9 min

  3. AUG 23

    Is Poor Gut Health Holding Back Your Postpartum Recovery? with Madeline Lauf

    Send us a text Gut health may be “trendy”, but for moms and babies, it’s so much more than that. In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Madeline Lauf, founder of Begin Health, to unpack the hidden world of the gut microbiome and why it’s a game-changer for postpartum recovery, maternal well-being, and your child’s lifelong health. From how antibiotics at birth affect mom and baby, to the surprising ways your gut impacts mood, immunity, hormones, and even skin—their conversation goes beneath the surface. What to listen for:  What “gut health” really means and why it’s crucial for moms and babiesThe connection between the gut, brain, hormones, mood, and immunityHow antibiotics, processed foods, and modern living affect the microbiomeEasy, practical ways to support your gut health postpartumHow maternal health directly shapes baby’s health through pregnancy, birth, and breastfeedingWhy the first 8 years are the foundation for lifelong gut health in kids 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: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    49 min

  4. AUG 16

    What I’d Tell a First-Time Mom If I Wasn’t Afraid to Hurt Her Feelings

    Send us a text You think you know how to take care of yourself — and you do… but you’ve never done it while keeping another human alive 24/7. In this episode, Chelsea gets real about the massive shift from pregnancy (where everyone’s focused on you) to postpartum (where all eyes are on the baby)… and the part no one tells you: you are still the one responsible for your baby’s growth and development. From the science of co-regulation to why self-care can’t be an afterthought, this is the truth-first-time-moms need to hear — even if it stings a little. 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: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    17 min

  5. AUG 9

    She Went Home 4 Hours After Birth: What to Know About a Birth Center Delivery & Deciding on Baby #3 with Brittany

    Send us a text Curious about what it’s really like to give birth at a birth center—and be home just four hours later? In today’s episode, Chelsea sits down with Brittany, a mom of three, to share her full birth story—from her water breaking in the middle of the night to delivering her baby in a calm, midwife-supported setting. She opens up about choosing a birth center after two hospital births, how this third experience felt completely different, and what it’s like to know with confidence that your family is complete. This honest conversation is full of insights for moms planning their next birth or wondering if a third child is the right choice for their family. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: What a real birth center delivery looks like from start to finishHow this mom went from 6 cm to baby in 40 minutesWhy she chose a birth center over a hospital for baby #3What it’s really like to go home just hours after giving birthThe biggest differences between hospital vs. birth center careReal talk on the logistics of a third child (cars, beds, travel, and more)Why this final birth felt like the most healing of all Whether you're considering a birth center, thinking about baby #3, or wondering how you’ll know when you’re done growing your family—this episode offers clarity, relatability, and practical insight. 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: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    41 min

  6. AUG 2

    The Truth About Breastfeeding Burnout and the Guilt No One Talks About

    Send us a text What happens when breastfeeding starts to feel more like a burden than a bond? In today’s episode, Chelsea opens up about the unexpected emotional toll of ending her second breastfeeding journey — and why it was so much harder the second time around. From NICU separation to triple feeding, exclusive pumping, and pump schedules with a mobile infant and toddler at home, she shares the real reasons she chose to stop… and the guilt that lingered long after the final pump part was dried. If you've ever felt like breastfeeding was your lifeline — or your breaking point — this conversation is for you. Chelsea gets raw about the internal battles many moms face: the mental load, the comparison, the pressure to keep going, and the constant second-guessing that can come with making the choice to stop. 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. Related Episodes: Birth Plan vs. Postpartum Plan: Why You Need Them and the Top 4 Things to Include Breastfeeding Is More Than Supply and Demand: How to Increase Milk Supply with Valene McMorrow, IBCLC The First Hours After Birth: Postpartum Recovery, Pumping, and Bonding with My NICU Baby Struggling to Breastfeed? What to Know About Tongue and Lip Ties with Dr. Kalli Hale A Lovely Chat w/ Ashley Feeley, IBCLC, Founder of Lovely Latch Lactation How to Navigate the Rollercoaster of the NICU with Charolette Edwards, RN, HWNC-BC, TIP Next Steps: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    23 min

  7. JUL 26

    Postpartum or Perimenopause? What Millennials Need to Know About Life’s Next Period with Lauren A. Tetenbaum LCSW, JD, PMH-C

    Send us a text Night sweats, mood swings, brain fog, midsection weight gain and fatigue - are all symptoms of the postpartum transition. They’re also symptoms of perimenopause.  In today’s episode, Chelsea is joined by therapist, advocate, former attorney, and author of Millennial Menopause, Lauren Tetenbaum — aka The CounseLaur — to unpack why we need to be talking about the full spectrum of womanhood: from postpartum to perimenopause to menopause.  With more women starting and growing families later in life, it’s becoming more common to experience overlapping symptoms of postpartum and perimenopause — and many don’t even realize it. The average age of menopause is 51 in the U.S., but perimenopausal symptoms can begin years earlier and last up to 10 years. If you’re feeling frustrated or dismissed by healthcare providers, struggling to get support from your spouse or seeking to feel seen and heard, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.  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. Related Episodes: Women Deserve Better with co-founder of Perelel Alex Taylor Postpartum Recovery: Bleeding, Hair Loss & Other Surprising Physical Changes Constantly Overwhelmed? One Easy Action to Stay Calm and In-Control with Julia Christine Do You Have Postpartum Anxiety or Depression? How Your Spiritual Health Can Help with Joline Seavey Tired of Feeling Exhausted? My Top Sleep Hack That Doesn’t Require More Sleep Lauren’s Links: Book: Millennial Menopause: Preparing for Perimenopause, Menopause, and Life's Next Period Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/thecounselaur/  Website: https://thecounselaur.com/  *The host may earn commissions from links Next Steps: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    35 min

  8. JUL 19

    Becoming a Mom vs. Becoming a Mom of Two: Which Postpartum Season Is Harder (and How to Prepare for Both)

    Send us a text Is going from zero to one kid harder than going from one to two? In this episode, Chelsea jumps on the social trend and breaks down the emotional, physical, and relationship shifts that happen in each postpartum transition — and ranks which one felt harder for her. Spoiler alert: 0-1 changed her. 1-2 challenged them. 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. Related Episodes: We Are Forever What?! Next Steps: Grab my free postpartum better protocol: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-better-protocol Connect with me on IG: @Chelsea.barbine Grab your Postpartum Playbook: https://corecarecultivate.com/postpartum-playbook Save 20% on coaching with me in the Cultivate Crew using code: BETTERPOD20 at checkout: https://corecarecultivate.com/the-cultivate-crew-purchase Email me at: chelsea@corecarecultivate.com

    16 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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