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Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity
The go-to podcast for moms who want to feel less overwhelmed in the trenches of early motherhood.
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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
Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity
128. The Most Underrated Postpartum Prep (It Isn’t Meal Prep) with Miranda Slaydon
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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 postpartum
- The overlooked role your partner plays in postpartum recovery
- How learning to receive help changes everything
- Why your home environment matters more than most moms realize
- The difference between preparing for birth and preparing for life after birth
Postpartum 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
Grab my Postpartum Better Protocol: https://postpartumbetter.com/postpartum-better-protocol
Connect with me on IG: @postpartumbetter
