Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support

Baby boy has arrived and in this series of episodes I'm sharing everything that's been going on in the months after his birth. In this episode specifically I share his birth story and first month postpartum. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way. Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Jessi Sletten about how we can begin planning for our postpartum so that we feel more supported and prepared once baby is here. She really focuses on helping moms learn to thrive rather than just survive in the postpartum period. During her own personal journey into motherhood she was faced with challenges dealing with breastfeeding so she made sure to properly educate herself on the topic and became certified in lactation consulting so that she can be there for moms facing the same issues she once had. We go over the 5 pillars of her masterclass which are self-care, infant feeding/bonding, household support, family/relational support, and creating your postpartum village. If you enjoyed listening to this conversation and want to work with Jessi you can begin by accessing her free masterclass and reaching out to her for more information through the link below. Contact Jessi Sletten: Links for Jessi

In this episode we talk with Laura Spencer about processing the transitions of motherhood, learning to understand ourselves more, and figure out what we truly need in postpartum. With so many shifts and changes occurring in our lives as we enter motherhood it can become a very challenging time in out lives. We talk about the contradicting emotions that come up like how you can love your baby but you’re also burned out and are frustrated with them. We acknowledge how we all may be entering motherhood but it brings up different things for each of us and things surface differently for all of us. She goes on to point out that we all deserve to process these emotions on our own time and how she is able to hold a space for moms to be able to get the most out of this precious time. This episode helps remind us that there is support, there are others who have felt similar emotions you might be having, there are people who can guide you and help you navigate these moments, there are those that want to help you process these feelings and hold that space for you, and you are being introduced to a time in your life that you have never experienced before. Listen along to the full episode to learn more about Lauras personal journey of entering motherhood and how she uses her own experience to now support moms along their path of healing during pregnancy and postpartum. Contact Laura Spencer: Instagram: lauraspencercoaching Facebook: Motherhood Mentoring

In this episode we talk with Sarah O’Rourke about breastfeeding and how reaching out to a lactation consultant might be the right option for you along your journey. We talk about how to prepare, what to look out for, and learning when to ask for help. We also dive into common issues that might come up along the way and resources you can turn to that might help during the transition of starting to breastfeed. Mentioned in Episode: Book: The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding Resource: Infant Risk Center Contact Sarah O’Rourke: Website: http://risingsong.weebly.com Facebook: Sarahclcibclc Instagram: sarah_clc_ibclc Email: [email protected] https://go.lactationnetwork.com/RisingSongBreastfeeding

We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and in this episode I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 35-40 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way. If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me! Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Molly Alesch about her connection with the moon as she entered motherhood and the journey that led her to write a children’s book called Moon Juice. Contact Molly Alesch: Website: https://moonjuicemama.com Instagram: moonjuicemama

In this episode we talk with Ali Levine and dive deep into her own personal story of entering motherhood and how we can begin awakening to our true potential. We discuss how confidence is our best accessory and how so much unfolds when we become more authentic and own motherhood in our own unique way. Ali is a mom of 2 girls first in foremost and also wears many hats outside of motherhood. She is a blogger, podcaster, content creator and how she says it is “all about sharing everything real and raw”. We get real on the spiritual side of motherhood and the shift that changes as we progress further into our journey of motherhood. This is an episode you don’t want to miss and is packed with so many empowering takeaways for moms at any stage of motherhood. Come take some time for yourself and soak up all this conversation has to share. Mentioned in Episode: SOAAK for sound frequency soaak.com Use code ALI70 on your first month of membership November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Ali Levine: Website: https://www.alilevine.com Instagram: alilevinedesign Podcast: EVERYTHING with ALI LEVINE

We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and in this episode I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 30-35 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way. Head back on over to Episode 4 to get a recap on chiropractic care during pregnancy and postpartum. Listen to the following episodes to learn more about doulas: Episode 68: What is a Doula and Why Would You Need One Episode 3: Encouraging Your Support System If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me! Tidy Up Thursday Challenge: Be sure to use #mamatidyupthursday and tag @entering_motherhood on instagram if you are nesting, decluttering, or just cleaning up in your motherhood journey! Join the Heal Your Trauma Mama 30 Day Event: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/healyourtraumamama Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Dr. Jane Shomof about perinatal and postpartum mental health and how she helps moms navigate the early postpartum period. Dr. Jane Shomof is a licensed psychotherapist, perinatal mental health specialist, substance abuse & addiction specialist, a doctor of clinical psychology, and the founder and CEO of Bloome. We discussed her journey of entering motherhood and how she did “all the things” and had a very specific birth plan that she was handing out to everyone only to have her first birth, back in 2011, not go according to plan. At that point postpartum depression was the only diagnosis but she knew something else was going on. She had dealt with a combination of postpartum anxiety and postpartum OCD and learned over the course of a 6 year span in birthing her children that not much had changed. She now works to guide moms on a path to better understand maternal mood disorders and really rework their mindset for both birth and the postpartum period. She mentions how a birth experience that doesn’t quite go according to plan can lead to thoughts of failure in parenthood and be the perfect place for a mood disorder to occur. Listen in on the full episode to hear more information on postpartum mood disorders, how we can help ease into the transition of motherhood, and what we can do to better prepare for the postpartum period. Mentioned in Episode: Postpartum Planning Guide November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Dr. Jane Shomof: Instagram: momsinbloome Website: https://www.momsinbloome.com Email: [email protected]

In this episode we talk with Emily Maze, a respectful parenting coach, about her journey into motherhood and how her own traumatic childhood shaped the way she wanted to parent her children. She now helps lead moms to become the parent they want to be through a very systematic approach and is passionate about sharing her own experience along the way. Listen to the full episode to hear her unexpected start into entering motherhood and how she has worked hard towards breaking generational patterns then using that to help other moms do the same. November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Emily Maze: Instagram: emilymaze.motherhood Email: [email protected]

In this episode we talk with Jessica Levy about her journey into motherhood and going from a realtor to personal trainer to the creator of the Habit Foundation. She is a mom herself and is helping so many other mamas that are traveling on a similar path that she once had so that they can build sustainable habits that fit into their motherhood lifestyle. Listen in on this episode to learn 3 practical habits that you can incorporate into your life today and how to better prepare for our upcoming New Years resolutions. A Message from Jessica: I’m Jessica from the beautiful Okanagan, mom to a 9 year old boy who loves hockey, an habit & weight-loss coach, and founder of The Habit Foundation. I believe in empowering women because I know all too well what it is like to lack confidence, to feel overwhelmed, and be busy putting everyone’s needs before our own. Can you imagine what it would feel like to be your happiest most confident self? This is why I started my business almost a decade ago, because I wanted to help you (moms) reach that. My newest 8 week habit program or my monthly membership, takes the overwhelm out of weight-loss through simple weekly habits. Those changes you are looking for, that feel effortless and actually stick! No more dieting for years and obsessing every day about what to eat. No more spending money on fad workout trends. No more searching for quick fixes and feeling overwhelmed when they fail. Weight loss doesn't have to be complicated, I created the system that allows that. I would love to help you get started. November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Jessica Levy: Website: https://jessicalevy.ca Membership: Habit Monthly Membership Instagram: jessicalevy_healthcoach Facebook: jessicalevy.coach YouTube: Jessica Levy - The Habit Foundation

In this episode we talk with Angela Elliot about her approach to how she helps moms become more refreshed, energized, and happy in motherhood. November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Angela Elliot: Instagram: angelasapproach Website: www.angelasapproach.com

We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and in this episode I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 25-30 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way. I have decided to do placenta encapsulation this time around. Head back on over to Episode 22 to get a recap on placenta encapsulation information. Listen back to Episode 33 (Day 10 of Heal Your Trauma, Mama) to learn more about building a mantra and affirmations to use in motherhood. Directly from CDC website: Group B Streptococcus (group B strep, GBS) are bacteria that come and go naturally in the body. Most of the time the bacteria are not harmful, but they can cause serious illness in people of all ages. In fact, group B strep disease is a common cause of severe infection in newborns. While GBS disease can be deadly, there are steps pregnant women can take to help protect their babies. GBS Pregnant people should get a dose of Tdap during every pregnancy, preferably during the early part of the third trimester, to help protect the newborn from pertussis. Infants are most at risk for severe, life-threatening complications from pertussis. tdap-vaccine If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me! Tidy Up Thursday Challenge: Be sure to use #mamatidyupthursday and tag @entering_motherhood on instagram if you are nesting, decluttering, or just cleaning up in your motherhood journey! Join the Heal Your Trauma Mama 30 Day Event: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/healyourtraumamama Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Lorena Tran about how we can bring more energy and joy into motherhood. November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Contact Lorena Tran: Instagram: joyfully_healthy_mama Facebook Group: JOYfully Healthy Mamas Website: https://www.joyfullyhealthymama.com

In this episode we talk with Deborah DiMare, a wellness and cruelty-free interior design consultant, about designing a home that is both safe and healthy for our family. We dive into how we can help eliminate harmful toxins and how to create a stress-free space that utilizes all of our senses so that we can feel more relaxed in motherhood. November Entering Motherhood Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Links Relevant to Episode: Non-Toxic Primer: https://geni.us/vdshopafmsealer Buckwheat Pillow: https://youtu.be/1mpzZ8L4bQk Public Goods/Bath Products/Candles/Etc.: https://youtu.be/xnnKb6G62hc Wool: https://youtu.be/WXXCb_Pg4r4 9 Chemicals to Avoid in Furniture: https://youtu.be/SV-sQ1AOX58 Deborah's Home Tour: https://openhaus.app/discover/search/deborah%20dimare/ Link to nursery & kids page on website (blog posts, videos, course and resource guide info etc.) https://dimaredesign.com/nurseries-kids/ Course: https://vegandesign.lpages.co/vegan-safe-nursery-design-course/ Get 20% off course with exclusive coupon code: ENTERINGMOTHERHOODGIFT Free virtual design consult: https://vegandesign.lpages.co/virtual-design/ Contact Deborah DiMare: Website: https://dimaredesign.com/contact/ Email: deborahdimare Facebook Group: designforahealthyhumanehome

In this episode we talk with Stephanie Machecek, a board certified nutritionist and the owner of Food Factor Nutrition, about how to establish healthy habits around the way we eat, her own story of entering motherhood, and what to do when we have a picky eater on our hands. Book referenced in episode: Child of Mine: Feeding with Love and Good Sense by Ellyn Satter Upcoming Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Starts November 1st 2021 Contact Stephanie Machacek: Website: www.foodfactornutrition.com Instagram: foodfactornutrition Facebook: foodfactornutrition

In this episode we talk with Dana Patterson, the owner of The Doula Group, about the different types of doulas that are avaliable and the benefits that doulas can provide for new families. Upcoming Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama Starts November 1st 2021 Contact Dana Patterson: Website: https://thedoulagroup.com Instagram: doulagroup Facebook: The Doula Group

In this episode we talk with Ashley Heringa about her personal journey of navigating motherhood now for the third time and how we can gradually rebuild our strength in motherhood. Contact Ashley Heringa: Website: ww.strengthinherfitness.com Instagram: strengthinherfitness

We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 20-25 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way. If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me! Tidy Up Thursday Challenge: Be sure to use #mamatidyupthursday and tag @entering_motherhood on instagram if you are nesting, decluttering, or just cleaning up in your motherhood journey! Join the Heal Your Trauma Mama 30 Day Event: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/healyourtraumamama Instagram: entering_motherhood sarah_marie_bilger Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Jessica Hill, the founder of The Parent Collective, about how she help moms find community and learn about childbirth and postpartum in a judgement free environment. Contact Jessica Hill: Website: www.theparentcollective.com Instagram: theparentcollectivetpc Facebook: The Parent Collective Email: [email protected]

In this episode we speak with Aneta Grabiec about our hormones, female well-being, fertility, and when she believes the transition of entering motherhood truly begins. Contact Aneta Grabiec: Instagram: thewellnessdesigner Facebook: thewellnessdesigner Website: https://www.thewellnessdesigner.com Holistic Fertility Course: https://www.thewellnessdesigner.com/holistic-fertility-course/ EBooks: http://www.thewellnessdesigner.com/ebooks/

In this episode we talk with Angela Snyder about her own personal journey and how impactful it has been for her to recognize that we need to find our own spark again and learn to trust in ourselves more as we enter motherhood. Contact Angela Snyder: Instagram: the.angesnyder Podcast: Gateway to Growth

In this episode we talk with Connie, a mom of 2, about how she fostered connections in the height of it all when it honestly can just feel like a whirlwind of motherhood. Contact Connie Garces: Instagram: cgarces85

We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and I'm sharing everything that's been going on throughout the first 20 weeks. More updates to come as baby grows and things progress along the way. If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me! Instagram: entering_motherhood Facebook: Entering Motherhood

In this episode we talk with Deborah Kelly who is a mom herself and also a life coach who works with women and helps them to keep moving forward through all the seasons of motherhood. Contact Deborah Kelly: Website: https://www.deborahkellylifecoaching.com Instagram: DeborahKellyLifeCoaching Facebook: Deborah Kelly Life Coaching

In this episode we talk with Zahra Kara a mom who's about to have 3 under 3 and is a heart-centered child and family therapist who specifically works with families who have experienced trauma. Contact Zahra Kara: Website: www.kindfulliving.ca Instagram: Kindful_Living Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KindfulLiving/

In this episode we talk with Adrienne Carci about acknowledging some of the big feelings that come up as we enter motherhood and how to deal with them. Contact Adrienne Carci: Website: www.lifeinthemoment.com Instagram: lifeinthemomentsc Facebook Group: Not Your Mama's Mindfulness Group

Hello again and welcome to day 30 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 29 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

In this episode we talk with Melissa Gambone about her journey of becoming pregnant, having a breech baby which resulted in a cesarean at the start of the COVID pandemic, and how she personally helps other mamas work with their bodies through intuitive movement. Knowing that Melissa had Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), she was told by conventional doctors that it would be difficult to become pregnant so she switched to a more functional medical approach. She learned how to balance her hormones and gave her body time to heal. When attempting to get pregnant they successful got pregnant only after a few months of trying on their own. She also was aware that she had Factor V Leiden, which is a genetic blood clotting condition. Which resulted in need to use blood thinner injections daily during her pregnancy which increased to twice a day as she got closer to delivery. As her pregnancy progressed, it was determined that her baby was breech and at 39 weeks a cesarean was preformed to safely bring her little girl into this world. This was in March of 2020, which was the start of the COVID pandemic and caused a lot to change for her birth plan and the early months postpartum. The family also took part in a big move, from Pennsylvania to South Carolina, while Melissa was 6 months postpartum. Now, at 15 months postpartum Melissa uses her story to guide her in her business Motion Melissa where she helps other women, especially mamas, learn to be more intuitive with their movements. Contact Melissa Gambone: Website: motionmelissa.com Instagram: motionmamas and motionmelissa Facebook Group: Motion Mamas Email: [email protected]

Hello again and welcome to day 28 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way. Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/enteringmotherhood/

Hello again and welcome to day 27 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 26 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 25 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

In this episode we talk with Lisa Kenny, a certified holistic body confidence coach, who is a mom herself and helps fellow moms feel confident in their own bodies as they change and transition through motherhood. Contact Lisa Kenny: Website: https://lisacatherinecoaching.com Instagram: lisa_catherine_coaching Podcast: The Confident Mama Podcast Facebook Group: Love Your Mommy Body

Hello again and welcome to day 24 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 23 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 22 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 21 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

In this episode with Tara Clark we talk about her book, Modern Mom Probs: A Survival Guide for 21st Century Mothers, her own personal story of entering motherhood, and finding her village as a new mom. Contact Tara Clark: Website: https://modernmomprobs.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/modernmomprobs/

Hello again and welcome to day 20 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 19 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 18 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 17 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 16 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 15 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 14 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

In this episode Mackenzie Twardus and I discuss what it’s like to navigate the identity shift that comes with entering motherhood and more specifically we dive into what that can look like as a working mom. Contact Mackenzie Twardus: Website: https://smart.bio/balancedletters/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/balancedletters/

Hello again and welcome to day 13 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.

Hello again and welcome to day 12 of “Heal Your Trauma, Mama” over the course of these 30 days my hope is for you to become more aware of yourself and the strength that you have in motherhood. I hope this allows you the time to look deeper and heal so that you can be more present and look at motherhood in a whole new way.