The Postpartum Plan

Madison Fugere

Why do we plan for birth but not for the postpartum period? The postpartum journey can feel lonely and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. As a full-time postpartum doula and pediatric sleep consultant, I’ve made it my mission to help families navigate this transformative time with confidence and joy. In this podcast, we’ll explore everything related to the postpartum period—offering practical tips, emotional support, and sleep strategies to help you feel prepared for life with your little one. I’ll also be joined by expert guests from a variety of fields, sharing their unique insights and specialties to help parents build confidence and feel supported through postpartum and beyond. Think of me as your postpartum bestie, here to offer reassurance, guidance, and the tools you need to create a personalized postpartum plan that works for you. Everyone deserves the postpartum experience they’ve dreamed of. Let’s build yours together!

  1. 07/12/2025

    Postpartum Planning 101: Preparing for Your Fourth Trimester

    Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this solo episode, I’m walking you through Postpartum Planning 101: Preparing for Your Fourth Trimester to help you feel confident, supported, and ready for what comes after birth. Tune in to hear:  👉 How to plan for visitors in a way that supports your healing and bonding  👉 Tips for preparing siblings and pets for the new baby  👉 Why gathering resources ahead of time makes a big difference  👉 How to set clear goals around feeding, sleep, and self-care Postpartum planning is one of the best ways to set yourself up for a smoother, more supported transition. In this episode, you’ll get practical, realistic guidance to help you create a plan that feels personal and doable—so you can enter the fourth trimester with intention and confidence. For more support: ✨ Book a FREE 30-Minute Connection Call: serenemomentsllc.com/connection-call ✨ Learn more about Sleep Support: serenemomentsllc.com/sleep-consulting Let’s Stay Connected! 📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here. 📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy. 📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC 🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com 📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC 📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

    23 min
  2. 06/14/2025

    Navigating Mom Guilt: Understanding & Easing the Pressure

    On today’s episode, Samantha Martin joins me to talk about Navigating Mom Guilt: Understanding & Easing the Pressure. Samantha shares how the emotional weight of mom guilt can impact everyday parenting and mental health. We dive into why so many mothers experience guilt, how it manifests, and—most importantly—what can actually help. Samantha offers insight and encouragement, blending professional expertise with relatable strategies to help moms feel seen and supported. We explore what mom guilt really is, why it shows up so strongly in modern motherhood, and how we can reframe our internal narrative to feel more confident and connected in our parenting. Tune in to hear: 👉 What mom guilt actually is and why it’s so common  👉 How guilt impacts maternal mental health  👉 Practical tools to reduce guilt and reframe negative thought patterns Samantha Martin, LICSW 🌍 Website: www.martinwellnessgroup.com 📸 Instagram: @martinwellnessgroup 💻 Offerings: Teletherapy for residents of New Hampshire and Massachusetts specializing in maternal mental health, anxiety, depression, infertility, and life transitions. Let’s Stay Connected! 📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here. 📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy. 📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC 🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com 📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC 📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

    30 min
  3. 06/07/2025

    Speaking Up for You and Baby: Advocacy at Every Stage.

    On today's episode, Cailee French joins me to talk about Speaking Up for You and Baby: Advocacy at Every Stage. Cailee shares how these powerful tools can be seamlessly integrated into your existing practices. We explore the importance of self-advocacy in pregnancy, how that evolves into advocacy for your children once they’re born, and the ways we can empower families to feel confident speaking up in every setting—from medical offices to daily parenting moments. Cailee is the Operations Manager at The Fresh Test, a company revolutionizing the traditional glucose screening experience by offering a cleaner, dye-free alternative to the conventional glucola drink. Their mission is to improve maternal health by creating more informed, supportive, and health-conscious pregnancy care options. Cailee French Website: thefreshtest.com Instagram: @thefreshtest Offerings: A clean, dye-free glucose alternative for pregnancy testing, designed to improve the maternal health experience. Let’s Stay Connected! 📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here. 📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy. 📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC 🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com 📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC 📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

    18 min
  4. 05/31/2025

    The 30 Minute Nap

    On today’s episode, I’m diving into a topic that so many parents ask about: The 30 Minute Nap! Short naps can feel frustrating and confusing—but they’re often a completely normal part of your baby’s sleep development. In this episode, I walk you through what’s happening during these “catnaps,” when to expect longer naps, and gentle strategies that can help stretch nap lengths over time. We also touch on important mindset shifts for navigating this season with more confidence (and less stress), plus when it might be time to reach out for personalized support. Tune in to hear: 👉 Why 30-minute naps are common in the first 4–6 months  👉 Developmental reasons your baby might struggle to connect sleep cycles  👉 How awake windows, sleep environment, and flexible “rescue” naps can help  👉 Gentle strategies for helping your baby nap longer  👉 Mindset reframes to reduce stress around short naps  👉 When to consider working with a sleep consultant for more support If you're in the thick of short nap struggles, know you're not alone—and this episode is here to guide and reassure you through it. Helpful links mentioned in this episode: 🍼 Sleep support for kiddos under 3 months 😴 Sleep support for 3–15 month olds 🧸 Toddler sleep support 📋 FREE schedule-by-age guide Let’s Stay Connected! 📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here. 📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy. 📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC 🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com 📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC 📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

    13 min
4.7
out of 5
9 Ratings

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Why do we plan for birth but not for the postpartum period? The postpartum journey can feel lonely and overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. As a full-time postpartum doula and pediatric sleep consultant, I’ve made it my mission to help families navigate this transformative time with confidence and joy. In this podcast, we’ll explore everything related to the postpartum period—offering practical tips, emotional support, and sleep strategies to help you feel prepared for life with your little one. I’ll also be joined by expert guests from a variety of fields, sharing their unique insights and specialties to help parents build confidence and feel supported through postpartum and beyond. Think of me as your postpartum bestie, here to offer reassurance, guidance, and the tools you need to create a personalized postpartum plan that works for you. Everyone deserves the postpartum experience they’ve dreamed of. Let’s build yours together!