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"Bad sex leads to more bad sex."
That's the spiral Sex Therapist Erinn Hoel, LCSW, sees over and over with postpartum moms — push through it, it doesn't go well, push harder next time, still doesn't. So you decide the problem must be you. It's not. Your body's not broken, it just doesn't feel safe enough yet — and trying harder doesn't speed that up, it makes it worse.
In this episode Chelsea and Erinn cover:
Why you never feel "in the mood"
Why men always seem ready "to go"
How to get the clinical feeling out of the bedroom when TTC
The foreplay that actually works when you're easing back in postpartum
The ultimate "go-to" spot to build confidence and connection
If you've ever pushed through, had it not go well, and quietly decided something must be wrong with you — this episode is going to change that story completely.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

How to connect with Erinn:
erinnhoel.lcsw@gmail.com
Desire to Fire Method Overview (with application)
Free Sex and Intimacy Resources
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Right before Chelsea went on maternity leave with her first, her VP said three words she’s never forgotten: "You'll be better."
She wasn't being kind. Every woman she'd ever hired, managed, or promoted came back sharper after having kids — not despite them, because of them.
In this episode:
Why mothers see a 13% productivity increase after having kids, and are top performers in 76% of companies
Why you're not about to become less capable — you're about to become more capable, in ways you haven't lived yet
The belief Chelsea wants every pregnant woman to hold onto before she even goes on leave
If you're pregnant and quietly terrified this next chapter will cost you your career — this one's your permission to believe something different.
Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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If the most relationship you have is with yourself, why is it so hard to prioritize it? 
Most moms skip straight past caring for themselves and go straight to surviving — more coffee, more scrolling, more pushing through. Then they hit a wall and can't figure out why they feel so disconnected from who they are. In this episode, Chelsea Barbine talks with Identity and Empowerment Coach Shannon Danielle, about the real difference between self-love, self-care, and actually caring for yourself. Together they share exactly how small, simple practices can change everything else in your life.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Connect with Shannon on purepossibilities.net or on Instagram at @pure_possibilities and listen to her podcast Pure Possibilities 
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It's September. Everyone's back-to-school routine is all over your feed — the schedules, the sports, the "here's how we're staying on top of it all" energy.
But what if you're still on maternity leave or juggling pregnant life with a toddler home part-time?
In this episode you'll learn:
The three steps for getting the mom mental load out of your head and off your to-do list
What you might be missing to get the most done in the least amount of time
The most important step to setting your calendar
If you've been craving a sense of order but didn't think it was possible until your kids are out of the house — this episode is your permission slip.

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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Pregnant with your second and wondering how you're going to manage life with two? 
In this episode, Chelsea talks with Emily Higgins, a web and app designer who had three babies back to back to back, which inspired her founding of the Mama Mode app and podcast.
Together they talk about:
Postpartum rage and what's actually underneath it
The one comment Emily received at her lowest point in motherhood that completely changed how she shows up for herself and every mom she meets
How to build a support system out of the small things you already have
How much intentional time kids actually need
Why “me time” doesn't have to look like a 4am workout
This is the non-Pinterest version of preparing for life with two. If this episode hits home, follow @postpartumbetter on Instagram and join the waitlist for the postpartum prep mini course, designed specifically for the second-time pregnant mom wondering how she'll manage both kids.

Connect with Emily
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Listen to the Mama Mode podcast
Download the Mama Mode App

Research & Resources Mentioned:
Journal of Marriage and Family Study: Does Maternal Time Matter? (Milkie et al., 2015)
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) & the 5-Minute "Special Time" Protocol

Disclaimer: The information and stories shared during this episode is intended to offer general guidance and support. However, every individual's health and circumstances are unique. Before making any significant changes, or if you have concerns about your health, it's essential to consult with your healthcare practitioner.

Next Steps:
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