Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Flora McCormick, LCPC, as we dive into Handling Sibling Transitions & Managing Jealousy.

Tune in to hear:

👉 Why sibling transitions can feel overwhelming (for kids and parents)
👉 Common behaviors that show up when a new sibling arrives
👉 How to support your older child through jealousy, regression, and big feelings
👉 Practical scripts and tools to foster connection and reduce rivalry

Whether you’re preparing for another baby or already navigating the sibling dynamic, this conversation will leave you feeling more equipped to handle the ups and downs with confidence and compassion.

Connect with Flora McCormick:

🌍 Website: https://sustainableparenting.com/
📸 Instagram: @sustainable_parent_coach
📘 Facebook: Sustainable Parenting

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Rebecca Turkel as we dive into Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) and Holistic Pediatric Support.

Tune in to hear:

👉 What Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) is and how it can support babies, children, and even adults
👉 Why holistic, body-based therapies are a valuable addition to postpartum and pediatric care
👉 The connection between tension patterns, feeding challenges, sleep, and behavior
👉 How Dr. Rebecca weaves CFT with her background in pediatric PT, early intervention, and energy work for a whole-person approach

Dr. Rebecca Turkel is a Craniosacral Fascial Therapist, Pediatric Physical Therapist, and Certified Early Intervention Specialist with over 18 years of experience supporting children and families. She brings a wealth of knowledge as a Breastfeeding Educator, Infant Massage Instructor, and Energy Healer, combining all these modalities to create individualized, holistic care for each family she serves. As the owner of Warm Heart Parenting, Rebecca currently offers in-home pediatric PT and CFT for children and adults, with plans to grow into a community wellness space that welcomes all families.

Connect with Dr. Rebecca Turkel:
🌍 Website: www.warmheartparenting.com
📸 Instagram: @warm.heart.parenting

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast!
In this episode, I’m joined by Paige Connell as we dive into Gender Equity & The Mental Load.

Tune in to hear:

👉 What the “mental load” really means and how it shows up in motherhood
👉 Why gender equity at home is crucial for family well-being
👉 How societal systems and expectations perpetuate this imbalance
👉 Small, impactful ways to start shifting the load and rewriting the story

Paige brings powerful perspective as a working mom of four who’s been featured everywhere from Scary Mommy to Good Morning America. This episode explores how we can begin to challenge the systems that put everything on moms—so families can thrive, not just survive.

Connect with Paige Connell:
🌍 Website: www.sheisapaigeturner.com
📸 Instagram: @sheisapaigeturner

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast!
In this episode, I’m joined by Arielle Martone as we dive into Nervous System Regulation & The Connection to Pelvic Floor Health Postpartum.

Tune in to hear:

👉 How your nervous system plays a key role in postpartum healing
👉 Why pelvic floor recovery is about more than just Kegels
👉 The power of breathwork and mindfulness in physical recovery

Pelvic floor health is about so much more than muscle work. Arielle shares how breath, mindset, and nervous system regulation all come together to support your body through healing and growth postpartum. This conversation will help you shift your perspective and better understand the full-body, whole-person journey of postpartum recovery.

Connect with Arielle Martone:
🌍 Website: www.findyourwaymama.com
📸 Instagram: @ariellemartone
📸 Instagram: @findyourwaymama

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this solo episode, I’m diving into one of the most common — and frustrating — sleep struggles: early morning wake-ups.

If your baby is starting their day at 5 AM (or earlier 😩), you’re not alone. This episode breaks down why it’s happening and what you can do to shift their wake time later — without drastic changes to your routine.

Tune in to hear:
👉 The top 3 reasons your baby is waking up early
👉 The role that light, naps, and bedtime play in early waking
👉 Simple changes you can try today to help your baby sleep in later

This episode will give you the tools and confidence to start making gentle, effective shifts — and reclaim your early mornings.

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🎁 Grab my FREE Schedule By Age Guide: serenemomentsllc.com/schedule-by-age-guide

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Shriti Shah, a board-certified Physical Therapist helping postpartum moms regain core strength, heal their pelvic floor, and improve postpartum nutrition. We break it down in 3 Postpartum Weight Loss Mistakes That Slow Your Recovery and how to work on it all in less than 15 minutes a day.

When she’s not working with her clients, you’ll find her baking up healthy treats or exploring cozy coffee shops around St. Louis. Shriti brings an approachable, real-life perspective to healing after birth and making wellness truly doable for busy moms.

Tune in to hear:
👉 Why pelvic floor health matters beyond just leaking
👉 How to rebuild your core safely and effectively
👉 Easy ways to support your recovery with movement and nutrition
👉 How just 15 minutes a day can make a big impact

This episode is full of accessible and empowering tips to help you feel strong and supported in your postpartum body.

Connect with Shriti Shah:
🌍 Website: www.sehatliving.com
📸 Instagram: @sehatliving

✨ Shriti also offers a free resource, the Postpartum Recovery Toolkit, which includes:

• A training on how to plan and create postpartum exercise plans
• 5 different postpartum workouts
• A stretch guide
• A postpartum recipes ebook

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Kathryn Lopez, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Life Coach who specializes in perinatal mental health and sex and intimacy therapy. Together we are discussing, Finding Your Identity As A New Parent!

Kathryn helps individuals and couples navigate the emotional and relational shifts of parenthood, from conception and pregnancy to birth, postpartum, and beyond. With a warm and integrative approach, she creates a safe space for clients to explore their evolving identities, relationships, and self-care. Kathryn offers online therapy to California and Florida residents and provides life coaching worldwide.

Tune in to hear:
👉 How becoming a parent shifts your identity
👉 What it looks like when others impact your sense of self
👉 The effect these changes can have on your partnership
👉 Tips and strategies to ease this transition

This episode explores the emotional stretch many new parents experience as they redefine who they are — and how to move through that shift with more clarity, intention, and connection.

Connect with Kathryn Lopez:
🌍 Website: www.kathrynlopeztherapy.com
📸 Instagram: @kathrynlopeztherapy

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com

Welcome back to The Postpartum Plan podcast! In this episode, I’m joined by Sarah Bilger, a birth and postpartum doula and the host of Entering Motherhood. Together, we dive into all things VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean), including both her professional insights and personal experience.

Tune in to hear:

👉 What a VBAC is and who may be a good candidate
👉 Common myths and misconceptions about VBACs
👉 Sarah’s personal VBAC journey and what she learned along the way
👉 How to prepare for a VBAC and advocate for your birth choices

If you’re considering a VBAC or just want to learn more about your birth options, this episode is packed with valuable information and support!

Connect with Sarah Bilger:

🌍 Website: www.enteringmotherhood.com
📸 Instagram: @entering.motherhood
🎙️ Podcast: Entering Motherhood

Let’s Stay Connected!
📞 Book a Sleep Connection Call: Struggling with your little one’s sleep? Let’s find the right solution for your family. Schedule your free call here.

📝 Create Your Postpartum Plan: Prepare for your postpartum journey with my 23-page digital guide. Get your copy on Etsy.

📬 Contact Me: Madison Fugere, Owner of Serene Moments LLC
🌐 Website: http://www.SereneMomentsLLC.com
📸 Instagram: @Serene.Moments.LLC
📧 Email: SereneMoments.doula@gmail.com