Advertise on podcast: Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity
Rating
4.8from
This podcast has
132 episodes
Language
EnglishExplicit
Yes
Date created
2023/10/13
Latest episode
2026/02/07
Average duration
35 min.
Release period
8 days
Description
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: [email protected]
Unlock Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity podcast Email contact info,
Listeners & Audience details
Email contact information
Direct podcast contact details
Listeners
Audience numbers & engagement insights
Audience details
Podcast Insights
Podcast episodes
Check latest episodes from Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity podcast
132. Are Your "People-Pleasing" Habits Sabotaging Your Postpartum? with Leah Andreoni, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
2026/02/07
Send us a text
If you’ve always been the “easygoing one,” the helper, the yes-girl… postpartum can feel like the moment where that identity starts to crack.
Suddenly, everyone has opinions. Everyone wants time. And you’re left managing exhaustion, recovery, emotions, and a brand-new mental load—while still worrying about disappointing others.
In this episode of Postpartum Better, Chelsea Barbine is joined by perinatal therapist and mom of 2 Leah Andreoni, MA, LMFT, PMH-C - to discuss why boundaries aren’t selfish postpartum—they’re protective, and why people-pleasing can quietly sabotage your recovery, confidence, and nervous system.
This conversation is especially for the mom who:
Feels guilty saying no—even when she’s exhaustedSays yes to visitors, favors, or conversations she doesn’t have energy forWorries about being “ungrateful” or “difficult”Feels resentful, overstimulated, or depleted but doesn’t know whyDisclaimer: 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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
131. Listen to This Before You Open Instagram Again
2026/01/31
Send us a text
I don’t know who needs to hear this but… postpartum isn’t your “crashout” season — it’s your comeback season.
Lately, I’ve been seeing content that frames postpartum as something to survive through venting, numbing, and “just getting by.” Those moments are real — but they’re not the whole story.
In this episode, Chelsea Barbine talks about why postpartum can feel like rock bottom — and how those moments often become the doorway to your breakthrough.
Not in a toxic-positivity way.
In a what you surround yourself with actually shapes your recovery way.
If postpartum has stretched you…
If it’s shaken you…
If you’ve felt yourself changing in ways you didn’t expect…
This episode is 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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
130. Are You Breaking Generational Patterns — or Passing Them Down? with Cathy Heller
2026/01/24
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
129. The Postpartum Village Didn’t Disappear - It Evolved
2026/01/17
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
128. The Most Underrated Postpartum Prep (It Isn’t Meal Prep) with Miranda Slaydon
2026/01/10
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
127. Why the Support That Got You Through Early Postpartum Isn’t Working Anymore
2026/01/03
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
126. 5 Postpartum “Bounce Back” Myths to Let Go Of with Shoshana McNeil
2025/12/27
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
125. Postpartum Hair Loss: 3 Ways to Support Hair Regrowth
2025/12/20
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
124. Why You Might Feel Less Happy Since Becoming a Mom with Dana Votto
2025/12/13
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
123. Does Winter Influence Postpartum Depression? 4 Strategies I Followed as a NICU Mom Last Winter
2025/12/06
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
122. Why 85% of Moms Start Breastfeeding… But Only 1% Make It to Six Months with Lisa Myers, Inventor of Ceres Chill
2025/11/29
Send us a text
Most moms want to breastfeed — and 85% start with that goal. So why do only 1% make it to six months?
In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Lisa Myers, mom of two and founder of Ceres Chill, to talk about the real reasons breastfeeding and pumping are so hard — and why the issue isn’t with moms... it’s with the system that fails to support them.
From being handed formula in a so-called “baby-friendly” hospital, to crying over spoiled milk after returning to work, Lisa shares the personal challenges that inspired her to build a product (and community) that finally gives moms real options.
Whether you’re currently nursing, exclusively pumping, or choosing formula — this conversation is for every mom who’s ever felt overwhelmed, unsupported, or unsure if she’s doing it “right.”
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
121. The Most Overlooked Holiday Stressor for Moms — and What To Do About It
2025/11/22
Send us a text
The holidays are marketed as magical — but for most moms, they’re… a lot.
In this episode, Chelsea breaks down the most overlooked holiday stressor and why it hits even harder once you become a parent.
From family expectations to unspoken pressures to the invisible load that somehow triples this time of year, we’ll explore why this season can feel so heavy — and the one shift that can make it feel noticeably calmer and lighter.
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
120. Is It Your Child or Your Childhood That’s Triggering You? Nervous System + Postpartum Healing with Michele Maguire
2025/11/15
Send us a text
Motherhood has a sneaky way of resurfacing childhood wounds—especially when you’re about to spend a lot of time with family. In this conversation, Chelsea is joined by her friend and coach, Michele Maguire, to explore how our early life experiences don’t just live in the past… they show up in our nervous system, our relationships, and the way we respond to our kids.
Because as much as we may wish that becoming a mom will erase old patterns, it doesn’t - it just intensifies them.
So if you’ve ever felt “irrationally” triggered by your toddler’s tantrum, your baby’s crying, or your husband not listening—and then immediately spiraled into shame—know that the first step to change is awareness. The second step is in this episode!
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
119. Low Libido After Birth: Is It Hormones or Something Else?
2025/11/08
Send us a text
We’ve all heard about when it’s safe to have sex after birth — but what about wanting to?
In this episode, Chelsea unpacks why so many moms struggle with desire after baby and shares a belief shift that might just change everything: it’s not that you’ve lost interest… it’s that you’ve lost space.
From research-backed insights to real-life stories (like how an uninterrupted shower turned into the best kind of foreplay), this episode will help you reconnect with your body, your time, and your desire — on your own terms.
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
118. From Planned C-Section to Birth Trauma: What Led to Postpartum OCD with Jaimee Walters
2025/11/01
Send us a text
You’ve probably heard “it’s just the baby blues” or “you’ll feel like yourself again soon” — but those messages miss what many moms actually go through after birth. In this episode, Jaimee Walters shares how her history of anxiety became amplified after a traumatic delivery and NICU stay — leading to postpartum OCD and intrusive thoughts. Her story is a reminder that it’s okay to not be okay — but it’s just as important to speak up, ask questions, and advocate for the care you deserve. Because when it comes to maternal mental health, awareness before baby matters just as much as support after.
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 to coach with Chelsea: https://link.fgfunnels.com/widget/bookings/coachwithchelsea
Get Your Ticket to the Postpartum Better Expo in King of Prussia, PA on March 21, 2026
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
Podcast reviews
Read Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity podcast reviews
helenLV1985 2025/09/09
You need this as a mom!!
Such a real and raw pod about the things that aren’t really spoken about during those firsts as a new mom. This pod truly helps new moms navigate thos...
Melina Kane 2024/10/01
Every mom needs Chelsea in her corner!
There is so much gold and goodness here! Chelsea always shares so much wisdom, discernment, and encouragement in every episode. She’s the bestie you d...
WildMama 🌙 2024/09/14
Beautifully Empowering ✨
I have always said that Postpartum lasts way beyond the socially normal postpartum of a few months or year. So when I talked to Chelsea and she was sh...
mamapeace13 2024/06/11
Refreshing and real!!!
I love Chelsea’s energy!!! Her approach to truth telling / sharing allows listeners to feel supported and less isolated / alone on this motherhood jou...
Christina Chaiko 2024/04/15
Love this podcast!
Chelsea’s podcast has been so helpful and enlightening as a fellow postpartum mama! Her sincerity and understanding in all things postpartum have been...
Jacqui.B 2024/03/10
A Must Listen! ✨
I love Chelsea’s authenticity, vulnerability + passion for supporting mom’s! I am LOVING the guests she has interviewed as I absorb ALL the informatio...
Msdmaynor 2024/02/01
I wish I had Chelsea when I was having babies!
I’ve recently gotten to know Chelsea. Learning about her desire to help women in postpartum brought me to tears! I wish I would have her and her suppo...
Lesley|TheGroundedMamaPodcast 2023/11/26
Amazing resource for new mamas!
Chelsea is such a wonderful human delivering support to new mamas! Postpartum support is much needed/postpartum needs to be talked about more! I’m so ...
Karaleigh Garrison 2023/11/19
New Moms Need This!
Chelsea is the voice of support new moms need when they are struggling with those postpartum months! I’m so excited that this resource is now availabl...
MTO bestie 2023/11/15
Best resource for new and expecting mamas!
I wish I had this podcast when I was an expecting/new mama for the first time but I still can’t wait to listen and be able to help others in my life w...
Podcast sponsorship advertising
Start advertising on Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity relevant audience podcasts
You may also like to advertise on these Podcasts
4.96133
Nutrition Farming Podcast
Graeme Sait
57104
Plot Twist
Sky TV
4.531719
A Ghost Ruined My Life with Eli Roth
Travel Channel
596
Theme Machine
John Carney
4.31642
Hebrew Podcasts
hebrewpodcasts.com
52382
Old Guys Talk Metal and Sometimes Punk
Old Guys Talk Metal
4.822517
The Imperfection
Wolf at the Door Studios, Alexander Kemp
12119
Overnights with Phil O'Neil
2GB & 4BC
5146
Estuvo Intenso el Party con TSOM
TSOM
4.61373
AFROBEATS & AMAPIANO w/ DJ BOAT
DJ Boat