Postpartum on Purpose

Postpartum is challenging, yes, but does it have to be overwhelming? What if you could actually love who you become during this time? Here, postpartum meets God's grace and personal development techniques. Let's do postpartum on purpose. A new episode drops every Wednesday at naptime. Not sure when naptime is? Me neither. :) On IG @gritgrowthgrace

52. Does your doctor's office stock after-miscarriage kits? 07/03/2025

52. Does your doctor's office stock after-miscarriage kits? Hi Lady, Does your doctor's office stock kits for women who suffer miscarriage? In today's guest episode, Maria Servold of the Early Pregnancy Loss Association talks about being postpartum after miscarriage, and how the EPLA helps support women who've suffered a loss before 20 weeks. Learn more about the EPLA at and learn more about miscarriage treatment options by gestational age I hope you'll never need this episode, but it's here for you or a friend or family member. If you appreciated this episode, I hope you'll RATE + SUBSCRIBE to the podcast and SHARE it with a friend. Get in touch at or on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/37272835

51. My Positive Hospital Birth Story 06/26/2025

51. My Positive Hospital Birth Story Hi Lady! Here's birth story #5, my positive hospital birth. Enjoy!!!! If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll SUBSCRIBE, leave a REVIEW so other moms can find the podcast, and SHARE it with a friend. Get in touch on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/37156945

50. How to Afford a Lactation Consultant 06/18/2025

50. How to Afford a Lactation Consultant Hi Lady! Today's episode is chock full of tips on how to afford a lactation consultant (tip #1: don't overlook the obvious! Does your insurance cover it? Here's how to find out). This guest episode is hosted by Jacque Ordner of The Milk Guide, and she previously guest hosted Episode 33 If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll RATE and REVIEW the podcast and SHARE it with a mom friend. You can get in touch on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or [email protected]. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/37064415

49. When Progesterone Doesn't Cure Your PPD/PPA 06/04/2025

49. When Progesterone Doesn't Cure Your PPD/PPA Hi Lady! If you've tried progesterone injections (or any other thing you were absolutely counting on) to cure your postpartum depression and/or anxiety and they just...haven't...this episode is for you. If you enjoyed today's episode, I hope you'll SUBSCRIBE and RATE the podcast (so other moms know what to expect and whether it'll be a good fit for them) and then SHARE with a mom friend who could use it. You can reach out on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36853235

48. 2 Prayers for Postpartum 05/28/2025

48. 2 Prayers for Postpartum Hi Lady! Don't have the energy for spontaneous prayer during postpartum but still want to pray from the heart? I've got you covered. The words of these two prayers say so eloquently what's in my heart during postpartum, I hope they speak to you as well. If you enjoyed this episode, SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss a future episode, RATE the podcast so other women can find it, and SHARE with a mom friend. You can reach me over on Insta @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36760360

47. Talking to Hospital Admin before the Upcoming Birth 05/22/2025

47. Talking to Hospital Admin before the Upcoming Birth Hi lady! Here's why I chose to reach out in advance to administration at the hospital where I plan to give birth, and how it went when I tried. :) If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll SUBSCRIBE to the podcast, leave a written REVIEW, and SHARE it with a mom friend. Questions? I'm over on IG @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36665960

46. When You're Getting "Lazy" with NFP/FAM Charting 05/14/2025

46. When You're Getting "Lazy" with NFP/FAM Charting Hi Lady! If you find yourself slacking on cycle charting for your NFP/FAM method of choice, it might not be you, it might be your method. Or...it might be you and maybe your openness to pregnancy has changed. Rather than slapping a "lazy" label on yourself, here are two questions to ask instead. *Is it time to switch methods? *Am I TTW (trying to whatever)? If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend. Check in over on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36573635

45. Prepping for Postpartum in Trimester 3 05/08/2025

45. Prepping for Postpartum in Trimester 3 Hey Lady! I'm 4 weeks away (give or take!) from postpartum with baby #5. Here's how I am (and am not ;0) getting ready. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with a mom friend. Check in over on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or via email . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36480525

44. Are We Done Having Kids? 05/01/2025

44. Are We Done Having Kids? Hi Lady! Are we done having kids? How will we know if/when it's time to add one more? Today I'm sharing the framework my husband and I use for discerning answers to big questions like these. If you enjoyed this episode, I invite you to RATE the podcast (stars AND written review, if you're feeling generous :)), SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend. Got questions? Find me over on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36383160

43. Vaccine Errors at the Pediatrician's Office 04/17/2025

43. Vaccine Errors at the Pediatrician's Office Hi Lady! I've experienced medication errors at the pediatrician's office with two of my kids. Here's how to help keep your kiddo/s safe when it's time for routine vaccinations. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast and SUBSCRIBE, then SHARE it with a mom friend. Questions or comments? Find me on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or drop me a line . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36200515

42. Postpartum When Your Baby Has Colic 04/09/2025

42. Postpartum When Your Baby Has Colic Hi Lady! This week's episode is guest hosted by Zoe Dust. I asked her to address postpartum when your baby has colic because I wanted to know how colic specifically impacts a mom's recovery, her thoughts about her own abilities ("aren't all moms supposed to be able to console their babies?"), her marriage, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll SUBSCRIBE and RATE the podcast and SHARE it with a mom friend, especially one currently going through postpartum with a colicky baby. Get in touch on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/36075015

41. When Postpartum Isn't Going Like You Planned 04/03/2025

41. When Postpartum Isn't Going Like You Planned Hi Lady! What can you do, how can you respond when--despite your best preparations--postpartum isn't turning out like you'd planned or hoped? Let's get into it today. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast, RATE it (written reviews help other moms know that this podcast is for them!), and SHARE with a mom friend. Questions? Ideas? Concerns? @postpartumonpurpose on Instagram or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35985120

40. Postpartum after Stillbirth 03/27/2025

40. Postpartum after Stillbirth Hi Lady! This week's episode was guest hosted by Kathryn Casey, author of What God Had Emptied: How I Found Hope in My Children's Diagnoses . If you appreciated this episode, I invite you to SUBSCRIBE and RATE the podcast and SHARE it with a mom friend. You can find me over on Instagram @postpartumonpurpose or via email . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35882385

39. What I'm Reading During Postpartum 03/20/2025

39. What I'm Reading During Postpartum Hi lady! My next postpartum is around a couple more corners (third trimester, hello!) and I'm thinking about what to order from Amazon + interlibrary loan. Here's a rundown of what I've read and loved in previous postpartums (and why I like having a theme for each postpartum) and what I've got in my cart this time around. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast and SUBSCRIBE and then share it with a mom friend. Get in touch @postpartumonpurpose on Instagram or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35784940

38. Postpartum with a Rainbow Baby 03/13/2025

38. Postpartum with a Rainbow Baby Hi Lady! This week's episode was guest hosted by Kathryn Casey, author of What God Had Emptied: How I Found Hope in My Children's Diagnoses . Here's the story I wrote about her for Live Action News: . And if you're currently pregnant with a rainbow baby and feeling fearful, I hope this encourages you. . I hope you'll save this episode to share with other rainbow baby moms, and I hope you'll RATE the podcast and SUBSCRIBE so you don't miss future episodes. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35665000

37. WTD When You're Home Alone with the Kids 03/06/2025

37. WTD When You're Home Alone with the Kids Hi lady! Today, let's talk about how to respond when your man is out doing something he enjoys or is gone overnight or for the weekend. How might you respond if you're feeling resentful that he gets to go out and you're at home with the kid/s? If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast, leave a REVIEW, and SHARE it with a mom friend. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35555330

36. Postpartum When Your Baby is in the NICU 02/26/2025

36. Postpartum When Your Baby is in the NICU Hey lady! Today's episode is guest hosted by veteran NICU mom Stacey Sumereau, who suffered a life-threatening pregnancy complication and whose daughter Honora spent 126 days in the NICU after her early arrival via emergency C-section. Stacey gets the struggles moms face being postpartum (and recovering from a C-section) with a critically ill child and walks listeners through that time with grace and wisdom. Learn more about Stacey https://www.staceysumereau.com/, listen to her Called and Caffeinated podcast https://www.youtube.com/@Seraphicallia, and pre-order her forthcoming book God's Adventure Awaits: How to Interpret Your Desires and Hear God's Voice, https://www.avemariapress.com/products/adventure-awaits?srsltid=AfmBOooLrlVmar_TWe9plZGyeC7QDUV5CmmYntA6tNwp9VzstS8vPuJP. If you enjoyed this episode, RATE it and SUBSCRIBE in your podcast player of choice, and SHARE with a mom friend. Questions, comments? I'm all ears (eyes) @postpartumonpurpose on Instagram and . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35443095

35. Dads can have postpartum depression too 02/20/2025

35. Dads can have postpartum depression too Hi lady! When I first heard about the concept of dads experiencing postpartum depression, I was skeptical. But the more I thought about it and learned, the more I saw how some of the same things that could predispose a mom (plus a few things unique to dads) to PPD could also predispose a dad. Here's what you need to know about paternal PPD, not because it's your responsibility to "fix" him but so you know if it's time to encourage someone you love (and who loves you and your baby) to get the help they deserve. Learn more at . If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend. You can find me over @PostpartumonPurpose on IG or email me at . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35359600

34. Postpartum with Twins 02/13/2025

34. Postpartum with Twins Hey lady! My guest host this week, Clare Sharp, graciously shared a glimpse into her life as a postpartum mom of twins! The thought of having twins certainly can bring up many anxieties and questions (do you experience double the sleep deprivation? How does one even feed two babies at a time?), so hearing from a real-life person can help separate fear from reality to show how mothering twins is not only possible. It can be a truly rewarding experience. If you enjoyed this episode, please RATE the podcast, leave a REVIEW, and share with a mom friend. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35266700

33. Setting Yourself Up for Breastfeeding Success w/ IBCLC Jacqueline Ordner 02/06/2025

33. Setting Yourself Up for Breastfeeding Success w/ IBCLC Jacqueline Ordner Hey lady! Today's episode is guest-hosted by Registered Nurse and International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) Jacqueline Ordner. Jacque is a mom of 4 and owner of The Milk Guide. You can find her on Facebook at or on Instagram at . The video she references in the episode is here:https://med.stanford.edu/newborns/professional-education/breastfeeding/hand-expressing-milk.html If you enjoyed today's episode, please SUBSCRIBE, RATE the podcast, and SHARE with a mom friend. As always, you can email me at or message me on Instagram @PostpartumonPurpose. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35171165

32. How I'm prepping for postpartum during Trimester 2 01/30/2025

32. How I'm prepping for postpartum during Trimester 2 Hi lady! Here's what I'm doing in my second trimester (almost 22 weeks along at time of recording!) to prepare for postpartum. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love for you to SUBSCRIBE, RATE, and SHARE. And if you have questions, as always, feel free to get in touch . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/35078135

31. Is babywearing for you? 01/22/2025

31. Is babywearing for you? Hi lady! Recently, a mom in the one Facebook moms group I'm in asked for advice on going from 1 to 2 kids. Mom after mom commented, "Babywearing!" On today's episode, I share my response. If you enjoyed today's episode, I'd love for you to RATE the podcast, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend. If you've got a question or comment, let me know at . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34963470

30. Postpartum preeclampsia: Rebekah's story 01/16/2025

30. Postpartum preeclampsia: Rebekah's story Hey lady! Preeclampsia AFTER baby is born is rarely talked about, and yet it happens. Today's guest, Rebekah, shares her real-life experience so that other women know what to look out for and what to expect if they or a loved one require treatment. I so appreciated Rebekah's candor and straightforward approach. You can now listen to each episode on YouTube ! Wherever you listen, please RATE the podcast (written reviews help other listeners know what to expect and if this is for them :)), SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend (whether she's having or had her first or fifth!). /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34876095

29. Does your doctor do house calls? 01/09/2025

29. Does your doctor do house calls? Hi lady! This week, let's talk what a direct primary care doctor is and why you might want to seek one out during the postpartum period. Fun news! The podcast is now available on YouTube (yep, still in audio format!). . Sign up for monthly emails at postpartumonpurpose.com to get all the links/resources from each episode. Please RATE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE with a mom friend! /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34782890

28. Cycle syncing during postpartum 12/18/2024

28. Cycle syncing during postpartum Hi lady! I'm thrilled to share a guest episode with you, hosted by my friend Megan Faller, founder of The Aligned Cycle. Megan shares the phases of the menstrual cycle, how you might expect to feel during each one, and what that knowledge looks like applied to the postpartum period, both when your hormones are low but fluctuating before your first ovulation and then during your first few cycles as they continue to regulate. Learn more from Megan at her website , on Instagram , or through her new YouTube channel, . As always, please SHARE this episode with a friend and RATE the podcast wherever you're listening to it. Join the email list at to get the link for the article that first introduced me to Megan and cycle syncing. :) /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34517975

27. Where do you hold your stress? 12/11/2024

27. Where do you hold your stress? Hi lady! Today's episode is guest hosted by Dr. April Ritz, DPT, pelvic floor physical therapist and owner of Effingham Pelvic Health & Wellness. I asked her to talk about holding stress in your pelvic floor since that is where most women hold their stress. She presented an excellent, succinct primer on symptoms that your pelvic floor needs some attention, what can cause pelvic floor issues (emotional stress is far from the only cause), and what to do about it (short and long-term options). After you've listened, go check out her website or follow her on Facebook or Instagram . Be sure you listen to the very end of this update for updates on plans for this podcast in the very near future, including a name change! /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34402055

26. Holidays with a new baby are... 12/04/2024

26. Holidays with a new baby are... Hi lady! How are your Advent and Christmas seasons shaping up? Calm? Stressful? Something in between? On the one hand, you and I might be tempted to try to keep everything the same, doing everything we would do if we didn't have a new baby. On the other hand, we might consider 'phoning it in' from the couch in our sweats, saying "There's always next year!" Intstead of either approach (since both paths lead to burnout), here's why (and how) I make 'gentleness' and 'responsibility' my themes for navigating the holidays with a new baby. If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll share it with a mom friend, plus SUBSCRIBE and RATE the podcast on your player of choice. Sign up for weekly emails (with links to the resources in each episode) over at postpartumonpurpose.com. I'm also on Instagram @gritgrowthgrace. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34292605

25. How I prep for Postpartum...in Trimester 1! 11/27/2024

25. How I prep for Postpartum...in Trimester 1! Hi lady! Today, I'm sharing the 3 questions I ask myself during Trimester Numero Uno to prep for my best postpartum. Bonus: 2 stories to make you laugh and remember not to take yourself too seriously. If you enjoyed this episode, SHARE with friend, SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW and JOIN the email list at postpartumonpurpose.com. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34181185

24. Big sibling jealousy 11/20/2024

24. Big sibling jealousy Hi lady! What do you do when you've got a new baby and a jealous older kid or kiddos? Here's what my family of origin did when I was growing up to create a culture of 'unconditional positive regard' about babies, plus what James and I are doing now to help our kids grow in age-appropriate independence and self-soothing. If you enjoyed this episode, I hope you'll SHARE it with a mom friend, RATE the podcast and SUBSCRIBE. Get in touch on Instagram @gritgrowthgrace or . /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/34055601

23. My honest take: Creighton and Marquette NFP during postpartum 11/14/2024

23. My honest take: Creighton and Marquette NFP during postpartum Hey lady! In this episode, I shared: +The modern, evidence-based methods of fertility awareness/natural family planning and what biomarkers they track (and how those relate to your fertility) +My experience (highs and lows) with the Creighton Method for postpartum charting after 3 births and with the Marquette Method after 1 +What I plan to do next time (!) instead, including utilizing the Lactational Amenorrhea Method Questions? Let me know at . Sign up for my email list at postpartumonpurpose.com to get the resources from each episode. SHARE this episode, RATE the podcast, and SUBSCRIBE. /episode/index/show/f3d015cc-4400-4157-8bf6-140859327517/id/33924827

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