Ep 73 Navigating the Fourth Trimester with Jerusha Hull

About this episode

Cindy Tahhan and Jerusha Hull discuss the challenges and transitions of the fourth trimester, focusing on postpartum experiences and mental health.

The Rewire for Birth program is currently offering a Mother’s Day special. You can receive $100 OFF with code MOTHERSDAYGIFT at checkout: https://www.rewireforbirth.com In this episode, I sit down with Jerusha Hull for a deeply validating and necessary conversation about the fourth trimester — the first three months after birth that so many women are completely unprepared for. We explore what really happens in the postpartum period, from the physical and hormonal shifts to the emotional and identity changes that come with becoming a mother. Jerusha beautifully breaks down the concept of the “fourth trimester” and why this season is not just about caring for a newborn — but also about navigating a profound transition within yourself. From sleep deprivation to learning an entirely new role, this phase can feel layered, overwhelming, and deeply misunderstood. Inside this episode, we explore: Why the postpartum period is one of the biggest transitions a woman can experience What really happens hormonally after birth and how it impacts emotions and mental health The role oxytocin plays in bonding, anxiety, and hyper-vigilance Why intrusive thoughts are common in early motherhood and…

People in this episode

Host: Cindy Tahhan

Guest: Jerusha Hull

Topics covered

• fourth trimester
• postpartum period
• motherhood transition
• mental health
• support for mothers

Keywords

• fourth trimester
• postpartum
• mental health
• oxytocin
• baby blues
• postpartum depression
• support for mothers

Sponsors

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Organizations: Rewire for Birth, Mother’s Day

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