A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast:

The New Mom Survival Guide

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Building a Postpartum Care Team: Your Guide to Feeling Fully Supported After Birth

Are you already imagining the chaos of those first few weeks after birth? The exhaustion, the physical recovery, the emotional ups and downs—all while figuring out how to care for a newborn. The reality is that the postpartum period can be as overwhelming as it is beautiful, and you deserve to have support set up just for you.

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How to Recognize When You Need Help Postpartum and Where to Find It

Have you thought about what you'll do if you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or just “off” after the baby arrives? It’s so common, yet so easy to overlook in the excitement and planning for your new little one. Maybe you've even heard whispers about "postpartum mood disorders" or just the general challenges of that period but feel like, “Surely I’ll be fine.”

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How to Prevent Loneliness as a New Mom

Do you ever wonder how to stay connected and feel supported during postpartum? It’s a time when you’re physically and emotionally adjusting, and while your days are filled with caring for your little one, it can sometimes feel like you’re on an island—isolated from the life you once knew.

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Why Planning for Life After Baby is Essential

Ever feel like you’ve got this endless checklist for pregnancy—but hardly anything on it to help you once baby arrives? 🤔 Most moms-to-be plan every detail of the birth and the nursery, but when it comes to postpartum, there’s not much talk. Yet, here’s the thing: Postpartum planning is every bit as important. In fact, it could make a world of difference for your recovery, mental health, and sense of stability as a new mom.

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Why Gratitude Matters for New Moms

Have you been finding it tough to feel grateful during postpartum? You’re definitely not alone if it feels hard to see the good amidst the sleepless nights, healing body, and emotional highs and lows. The demands of early motherhood can make gratitude feel like just another thing on your already overflowing plate.


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3 Tips for Navigating the Holidays with a Newborn

The holidays can be an exciting time, but if you’ve just had a baby, they can also bring up some serious anxiety. It can feel overwhelming between family gatherings, everyone wanting to meet the baby, and the pressure to attend events. But guess what? You don’t have to do it all, and you can set boundaries that work for you and your newborn.

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