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The birth class covered the baby. The registry covered the nursery. But nobody gave you a roadmap for this — the exhaustion that doesn't lift, the sleep deprivation that builds, the breastfeeding questions nobody warned you about, and the quiet, unsettling feeling that the version of you that you once knew is nowhere to be found.
The Postpartum Better podcast picks up where everyone else left off. Every week, your host Chelsea Barbine brings you honest conversations, real strategies, and the support that should have come with the baby. From postpartum recovery to breastfeeding, from surviving on no sleep to returning to work and figuring out who you are when you get there — this show covers all of it.
Chelsea is a postpartum health coach, mom of two, and founder of Postpartum Better. She has supported thousands of moms through the postpartum period — and lived two very different versions of it herself.
Imagine feeling like yourself again. Not the pre-baby version — a newer, stronger you who knows who you are, what you need, and doesn’t have to choose between motherhood and your sense of self.
Motherhood reshapes you. It doesn't erase you.
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Postpartum Better | Postpartum Recovery, Breastfeeding, Mom Overwhelm, Returning to Work, Postpartum Identity
135. Is This Normal? Newborn Feeding Questions Every Mom Asks with Ashley Feeley, IBCLC
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Are you constantly wondering if your baby is actually getting enough—or if feeding is “supposed” to hurt this much?
In this episode, Chelsea Barbine sits down with lactation consultant Ashley Feeley to unpack the biggest points of confusion families face in the early days of feeding—especially when you’re sleep-deprived, overwhelmed by advice, and trying to figure out what’s normal (and what’s not).
You’ll learn:
- How often should a newborn eat? (Is every 30–90 minutes normal?)
- Is my baby getting enough milk? Signs to look for beyond the clock
- How do I know if the latch is good? What effective milk transfer feels/sounds like
- Why does breastfeeding hurt? When nipple pain is normal vs. not
- When can I let my baby sleep longer at night?
- Why is my baby not gaining weight? What might actually be going on
- Should I wake my baby to feed?
- Is it okay to give a bottle for my sanity? (The “mental health bottle” explained)
- Cluster feeding or low supply? How to tell the difference
- How do I trust my gut as a new mom?
If you’ve ever fed your baby… put them down… and then heard them cue again 30 minutes later, this episode will remind you: you’re not doing it wrong. You’re learning your baby—and that takes support, not shame.
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 Ashley Feeley, IBCLC
Website: www.lovelylatchlactation.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovelylatchlactation
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