A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum
A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - is your go-to resource for practical, honest, and empowering advice on navigating the early days of motherhood. Join us as we dive into tips, stories, and expert insights to help you feel supported, prepared, and confident through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Host Danielle Bruner is a mom of two, birth and postpartum doula, and your self-proclaimed nerdy millennial big sister, combines relatable stories, practical advice, and evidence-based tips to help you feel supported, prepared, and empowered.
With a no-fluff, holistic approach, we’ll tackle everything from setting boundaries to sleep planning, healing after birth, and finding your identity as a new mom.
This is your space to get real about the challenges of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum while embracing solutions that work for you. So grab a cozy blanket (or your baby’s burp cloth—no judgment here), and let’s dive into the topics that matter most to moms like you.
Here’s what you’ll find in each episode:
- Preparing for postpartum during pregnancy
- Navigating birth and recovery with confidence
- Mental health topics like postpartum depression and anxiety
- Physical healing, nutrition, and sleep planning
- Setting boundaries and building a strong support system
- Partner dynamics and creating a thriving family unit
- Tips for balancing routines and self-care as a new mom
- Honest conversations about the ups and downs of motherhood
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Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for your unique needs.
A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum
50. *UPDATED* Why Your Identity Matters in Early Motherhood
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Have you ever felt like you disappeared somewhere between diaper changes, feeding schedules, and trying to be everything for everyone?
In this episode, I rerecorded the intro to talk about something that changed my own heart in motherhood: our identity has to be rooted in Jesus Christ, not in our roles, achievements, or how well we keep up with the laundry (which… let’s be honest… is never 😅).
The world defines identity by what distinguishes us—our personality, job titles, group affiliations, or accomplishments. But our identity in Christ is different. It’s based on what He has done for us and who He says we are: made in God’s image, chosen, loved, part of a royal priesthood.
And when motherhood shakes everything you thought you knew about yourself, that truth becomes an anchor.
In this episode, we talk about:
✨ Why rooting your identity in Christ protects you when motherhood feels overwhelming
✨ How losing yourself in your roles can quietly steal your peace
✨ How taking care of your own needs can ultimately benefit your baby and family
Because when you know who you are in Christ, you don’t have to chase perfection or prove your worth—you can show up as a calm, confident, grounded mom who loves her baby from a place of security instead of pressure.
If you’re in that season of wondering, “Who even am I anymore?”… this episode is for you. 💛
Resources mentioned:
>> Get the FREE resource -> The New Mom Survival Guide: Preparing for Life with a Newborn at www.abridgetomotherhood.com/newmom
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>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>Visit our website: www.abridgetomotherhood.com
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