The Postpartum Truths No One Talks About with Caitlin Wilder

About this episode

Tara and Caitlin discuss the unspoken realities of postpartum life and the importance of managing expectations in motherhood.

In this episode, Tara chats with Caitlin Wilder, a full-spectrum doula, lactation counselor, podcaster and founder of Wilder Beginnings, for an honest conversation about the realities of postpartum life that so many moms are experiencing, but few people openly talk about. Caitlin shares why managing expectations in motherhood can make such a difference during the postpartum season, especially in a world where social media often paints an unrealistic picture of what life with a new baby should look like. Tara and Caitlin talk about embracing imperfection, giving yourself permission to slow down, and how lowering your expectations during postpartum can actually reduce stress and support your mental health. Caitlin also dives into the importance of trusting your maternal instincts and learning to respond confidently to your baby’s cues instead of outside noise. They discuss the impact technology and social media can have on new moms, why limiting social media use during postpartum may protect your peace, and practical advice for moms navigating life with multiple children. Whether you are preparing for your first baby or adjusting to motherhood all over again, this conversation is…

People in this episode

Host: Tara Clark

Guest: Caitlin Wilder

Topics covered

• postpartum
• motherhood
• mental health
• expectations
• social media
• parenting tips

Keywords

• postpartum
• motherhood
• mental health
• expectations
• social media
• doula
• lactation counselor

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wilder Beginnings

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