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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.
***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
Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Sleep Support, Breastfeeding, FTM, Postpartum Depression, Mom Guilt, Identity
134. How to Create A Realistic Postpartum Workout Plan with Kat Bright
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The internet loves a simple rule: “Wait 6–8 weeks, then get back to working out.”
But real postpartum life isn’t that simple.
In this episode, Chelsea sits down with Kat Bright, a perinatal trainer (and athlete for life), to talk about returning to movement in the first year postpartum—without the bounce-back pressure, guilt, or all-or-nothing mindset.
Kat shares why postpartum fitness shouldn’t be about shrinking or “undoing” birth. It’s about rebuilding strength on your terms: more resilience, more vitality, and a body that feels like home again.
You’ll hear:
- Why chasing your pre-baby body can keep you stuck
- What consistency actually looks like with babies and toddlers
- Why unfinished workouts still count (even just putting your workout clothes on)
- How to start when you feel overwhelmed and don’t know where to begin
- What to do when time and childcare feel like the biggest barrier
- The “another baby vs. best shape of my life” conversation — and why it’s not either/or
- Practical movement ideas when time and childcare are limited—especially in winter
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.
Connect with Kat NASM Certified Personal Trainer, Prenatal and Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katfitstrength/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KatFitStudios/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@katfit
Email Newsletter: https://preview.mailerlite.io/forms/82744/165616968429208964/share
Website: https://www.kat.fit/
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
