Doula Talk Blog & Podcast
Welcome. This is a space for thoughtful guidance, honest conversations, and practical insight for the postpartum period and first year.
Here you’ll find blog posts and podcast episodes that help you make sense of sleep, feeding, recovery, and the emotional load of early parenthood. My goal is not to give you more rules to follow, but to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface so you can respond with clarity and confidence.
Whether you’re navigating sleep disruptions, feeding challenges, or simply trying to feel more steady in your role as a parent, these resources offer evidence-informed perspective, real-world context, and support you can return to whenever you need it.
You don’t have to figure it all out alone.
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From Maiden to Mother: The Identity Shift No One Prepares You For (Guest Anna Lundqvist)
Discover the emotional and spiritual transformation from maiden to mother in this guide to preparing for postpartum, finding your village, and embracing your motherhood identity with confidence and compassion.
Why You Can’t Relax After Birth (and What Your Nervous System Has to Do With It)
If you’re pregnant or newly postpartum and already wondering, “Why can’t I just calm down?”, you’re not alone.
So many new moms tell me that even when the baby finally sleeps, their bodies stay tense, their hearts race, and their minds won’t stop spinning. You’re exhausted, but you can’t rest. You’re grateful, but you feel on edge. Sound familiar?
Postpartum Must-Haves: What to Buy for You (Not Just the Baby) After Birth
When we’re preparing for a new baby, it’s so easy to get caught up in the adorable chaos—folding tiny onesies, comparing stroller reviews, and wondering which swaddle will be your baby’s favorite. But here’s what often gets left out of the conversation: you are about to go through a major transformation.
From Bump to Baby: How Chiropractic Supports Pregnancy, Postpartum, Infants & Children with Dr. Emma Swartling
Gentle care for your nervous system, your pelvic alignment, and your baby’s sleep (yes, really)
When you’re pregnant, it feels like everyone has an opinion: “Just do yoga,” “Take more naps,” or the classic, “Sleep now before the baby comes!” (insert eye roll). But what if your discomfort, your round ligament pain, your back twinges—or even your baby’s reflux after birth—could all be supported by something surprisingly simple?
Understanding Postpartum Mood Disorders (Dr. Angie Maxwell, PT, DPT, WCS and Laura Meader, LICSW)
Learn how to prepare for postpartum mood disorders before baby arrives. Expert advice on PMADs, recovery, and real support—you’re not alone.
Returning to Work After Baby: What Jamie Wishes She Knew
You’ve spent months preparing for birth—reading the books, taking the classes, maybe even folding tiny onesies with tears in your eyes (no judgment, we’ve all been there). But let’s be honest: most of us spend way less time preparing for what comes after baby arrives—especially when it comes to the emotional rollercoaster and logistical chaos of returning to work postpartum.
Holistic Approaches to Postpartum Recovery: Blending Traditional and Modern Practices
Postpartum recovery is not just about “bouncing back”—let’s go ahead and throw that entire idea in the trash where it belongs. The truth is, healing after birth takes time, support, and intentional care. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned from working with families from all kinds of backgrounds, it’s this: 💡 Cultures that prioritize postpartum care do it better.
Postpartum Recovery in Four Easy Steps!
Don’t get me wrong, postpartum recovery is NOT easy, BUT if you know what to expect and pace yourself, you’ll be feeling better faster! Please note, this is just an average on how to pace yourself and the best thing to do is LISTEN TO YOUR BODY. Do not move to the next week of recovery steps until you feel ready.