A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum

This episode is a special and meaningful close to our Maternal Mental Health Month series—a series that has been deeply personal, honest, and rooted in the hope that no mom feels alone in her struggle. Throughout this month, we’ve had important conversations around postpartum mental health: With Brittany Keating of Cocoon and Bloom Collective, we talked about the difference between baby blues and perinatal mental health disorders—what’s normal, what’s not, and when to seek support.I sha...

In this deeply personal episode, I’m sharing more of my own postpartum story — from walking through postpartum depression and anxiety to finding healing, purpose, and eventually building a business supporting other moms in the season I once struggled through myself. We talk about what it looked like to wrestle with fear, identity shifts, and mental health challenges after becoming a mom, while also learning how the Lord was gently rebuilding my confidence, strengthening my faith, and calling ...

Bringing a baby into the world changes everything—including your relationship. In this episode, I had the honor of talking with Brittany Keating, a licensed marriage and family therapist, about the real-life challenges couples face in the postpartum season—and the simple, practical ways to strengthen your relationship through it all. Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner or just trying to survive the sleepless nights together, this conversation will remind you: you're not alon...

Have you ever wondered how to balance birth preparedness with peace of mind as a new mom? In this episode, we will cover: The role of birth preparedness in supporting positive outcomes for both moms and babiesWhy managing your birth space can make a huge difference in both labor and postpartum recoveryHow understanding common birth emergencies can help reduce fear and build confidence… and a whole lot more! If you’re ready to move from fear to confidence with practical tools and insights for ...

Have you ever wondered how pelvic floor physical therapy can support your fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum recovery? In this episode, we will cover: The myths and truths about pelvic floor physical therapy for new moms and moms-to-beWhy understanding your pelvic floor is essential for fertility, pregnancy, and birth recoveryHow a first visit with a pelvic floor physical therapist really looks (and what you can expect)… and a whole lot more! If you’re ready to feel empowered in your fertil...

In this episode, I sit down with Maya Bailey, a licensed mental health counselor, mom, and private practice owner, for an honest conversation about the emotional layers of working motherhood. Maya shares her personal journey—navigating prenatal depression, leaving traditional employment to start her own practice, and redefining what success looks like as both a mom and a professional. Together, we unpack the guilt, pressure, and comparison so many mothers feel when trying to "do it all," and ...

In this episode, I’m joined by Amy Weinland Daughters, a passionate advocate for the power of handwritten letters. Together, we explore how writing or receiving letters can bring encouragement, emotional support, and a deep sense of connection during the often overwhelming postpartum season. Amy shares her personal journey with letter writing and how it has transformed her relationships—and her own heart. Whether you’re writing to a friend, to your baby, or even to your future self, Amy’s ins...

Motherhood is filled with love, joy, and beautiful moments—but it also holds frustration, guilt, and sometimes even resentment. In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Dr. Margo Lowy, author of Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood. Together, we explore the real, complex emotions that many moms experience but rarely talk about. Dr. Lowy brings light to the concept of maternal ambivalence—the idea that it’s possible to deeply love your child and still feel ...