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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
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
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovelylatchlactation/
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
