Better Relationships After Baby

Épisodes

• How to Not Lose Yourself in Motherhood (Finding Yourself Again After Kids) 10.03.2026 37min

  Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, Who even am I anymore? A lot of women have and they tell me about it, which is why I hosted this free workshop and now I'm letting you in on it too.It's not because you don’t love being a mom, but because somewhere between the diapers, the planning, the emotional labor, and taking care of everyone else… pieces of you started to fade into the background.In this episode, walk with me through a recorded workshop on how to not lose yourself in motherhood. This isn’t about rejecting the role of mom. It’s about understanding that motherhood is only one part of who you are and your family benefits when the rest of you is alive and well too.You'll walk through the emotional and cultural pressures many women feel after becoming mothers, including the invisible expectations to sacrifice everything, the mental and emotional exhaustion many moms carry, and why reconnecting with yourself isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.Inside this episode, you’ll explore:Why so many moms feel like their identity disappears after having kidsThe societal pressures that quietly push women into martyr-modeThe difference between loving motherhood and losing yourself in itHow to reconnect with parts of yourself that existed before babyQuestions to help you rediscover what makes you feel alive againChelsea also shares research from the Motherly State of Motherhood Report, which reveals that:Time for themselves is the most depleted area of wellbeing for moms70% of mothers report feeling lonelier than they expectedNearly half of mothers describe themselves as managing but stressedIf you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or like your own voice has gotten quieter in this season of life you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re not stuck there.If this episode felt a little too relatable, the next step might be Confident Mom Reset.Confident Mom Reset is a small-group, six-week experience for moms who want to reconnect with themselves and rebuild confidence in their voice, boundaries, and priorities.Together you’ll work through things like:Reconnecting with what you actually wantUnderstanding your energy and what drains itSetting boundaries without guiltLearning to hear your inner voice againCreating a version of motherhood that doesn’t erase youThis is not another course you watch alone at midnight. It’s a guided experience with real conversations and real shifts happening alongside other moms who get it.The next group begins March 18th, and you can grab the early bird rate ($50 off) if you enroll before the 15th.You can learn more or reserve your spot here:postpartumtogether.com/confident-mom-resetIf you'd like the guided worksheet that accompanies this workshop, send Chelsea a quick email and she’ll send it over.Email: chelsea@postpartumtogether.com
• Emotional Safety After Baby: Why Internal Safety Changes Your Marriage 16.02.2026 26min

  This one’s a little different.No outline. No formal teaching. Just a real coffee-chat between us about something that keeps coming up in our work with couples: Emotional safety.Find our current offerings including small groups, relationship prep for expecting couples + relationship support for current parents: postpartumtogether.com/current-offeringsWe talk about:– Why internal safety matters before communication skills– What happens when dads don’t feel emotionally safe either– The myth that you have to be everything for your family– Why modern couples are drowning without a “village”– How trust actually gets built (and rebuilt) after babyIf you’ve felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure how to support each other in this season, this conversation will land.Because strong families don’t happen by accident. They’re built by people willing to go first emotionally.Find our current offerings including small groups, relationship prep for expecting couples + relationship support for current parents:⁠ postpartumtogether.com/current-offerings⁠postpartum relationshipmarriage after babyemotional safety in marriagemental load in parentingnew dad emotional supportfatherhood emotional presencenervous system in relationshipstrust after babycouples communication after babyvillage support for parentsFind our current offerings including small groups, relationship prep for expecting couples + relationship support for current parents:⁠ postpartumtogether.com/current-offerings⁠
• The Empty Stocking Isn’t About the Stocking 30.12.2025 36min

  Every year after Christmas, the same conversation resurfaces: moms waking up to empty stockings and the internet rushing in with advice to leave, rage, or declare the relationship doomed.But what if the stocking isn’t the real issue?In this episode, we slow the moment down and talk honestly about why this seemingly small disappointment hits so hard for so many moms and what it actually reveals about mental load, visibility, inherited patterns, and modern partnership.We read real posts from moms, talk through the full spectrum of reactions (from “it was an honest miss” to “this has been happening for years”), and explore why the empty stocking often becomes a quiet test of recognition, effort, and shared responsibility.This isn’t a hate-on-men episode.And it’s not a “just get over it” one either.It’s a grounded conversation about:Why this moment feels bigger than giftsHow inherited family patterns show up at holidaysWhen disappointment is information—not a verdictWhy “just tell him what you want” often doesn’t workHow couples can respond without blowing things up or sweeping it under the rugWe also share what actually helped us have one of our most connected Christmases yet and what we see help couples repair moments like this instead of letting resentment calcify.If this episode stirred something up and you want help having the conversation underneath the disappointment, we created a free guide called The Stocking Was the Symptom—a calm, honest conversation guide for couples who don’t want this moment to define their marriage.👉 postpartumtogether.com/stocking-problem-convo-guideIn this episode you'll also hear: A men’s group Mike is hosting on January 12th focused on emotional regulation, visibility, and showing up as a teammate at home👉 Link to men’s group registrationThreads referenced: @eliseoras@crfreund@sidneyraz@sheisapaigeturner@omgskrThis conversation is for parents who feel disappointed but not done—who believe growth is possible and want a better way forward.
• Baby’s First Christmas Doesn’t Need to Be Perfect (What Actually Matters for Parents) 24.12.2025 17min

  Baby’s first Christmas can come with a lot more weight than most people talk about.The pressure to make memories. The logistics. The overstimulation. The quiet grief when it doesn’t look the way you imagined it would.In this episode, Chelsea and Mike talk honestly about what babies are actually learning during the holidays and why it has far less to do with gifts, photos, or traditions, and far more to do with tone, pace, and safety. We unpack how parental calm shapes a baby’s nervous system, why “making it special” often turns into performance, and how couples can protect their energy (and each other) during high-pressure seasons.This isn’t an episode about lowering your standards or forcing gratitude. It’s a permission slip to let this Christmas be real, slower, and more human, and to trust that presence matters more than perfection.If this season is highlighting exhaustion, resentment, or the need for clearer communication between you and your partner, this is exactly the kind of work we support couples with.You can learn more or connect with us at postpartumtogether.com.
• One Sure Way to Eff Up the Holidays for Your Family 09.12.2025 36min

  The number one way to tank the holidays for your family isn’t burnt rolls, forgotten gifts, or a crooked tree. It’s walking into every room wound tight, resentful, and pretending your energy isn’t affecting anyone.In this episode, Chelsea and Mike break down what kids actually remember about the holidays (hint: not the matching pajamas) and why your nervous system becomes the emotional backdrop of the season. Drawing from Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child, Gottman’s research, and Polyvagal Theory, they explain how kids store emotional memories more deeply than the details of any event.You’ll hear real-life stories, honest confessions, and simple tools to help you pause before you snap, breathe through triggers, and become more of a thermostat than a tornado.Plus, they’ll walk you through practical ways to share the holiday mental load, so you’re not carrying 99% of the invisible prep while resenting everyone else.If the holidays feel heavy, you’re not failing. You’re just carrying too much alone. Let’s change that.In this episode, we talk about:Why the emotional climate of the home matters more than perfect food, outfits, or décorHow kids “remember” holidays in their bodies, not just with their mindsWhat research from Harvard’s Center on the Developing Child, Gottman, and Polyvagal Theory tells us about stress, safety, and childhood memoriesThe difference between being “yourself” and becoming an emotional tornado in a shared spaceWhy moms especially feel pressure to “make it magical” and how that pressure slides into performance modeCommon holiday nervous system triggers:Family dynamics that make you feel like you’re 12 againFinancial strain and gift pressureSchedules being completely off (bedtimes, routines, sugar, travel)A simple nervous system reset you can use in the bathroom, car, or closet in 20–30 secondsHow to take a pause without abandoning the conversation or triggering your partnerUsing micro-plans and 5-minute check-ins to prevent 80% of holiday resentmentHow to share the load before you explode (including using a “mental load brain dump” list together)10-Day Holiday Mental Load Series – short daily videos to help you regulate, set boundaries, and share the load this season.Holiday Mental Load Brain Dump / Template – get everything out of your head and into a shared plan with your partner.Our Current Offers for Expecting and New Parents – coaching, workshops, and resources at: postpartumtogether.com → “Current Offerings.”
• Day 10: The Wrap-Up — A Lighter, More Connected Holiday Starts Here 28.11.2025 9min

  ou made it to the final episode of our 10-day Holiday Mental Load Series, and that says something meaningful about who you are as a partner and a parent.You’ve shown up with intention, reflection, honesty, and a desire to make this season lighter for everyone in your home, including yourself.In today’s wrap-up, we look back on everything you’ve covered:• Home + hosting• Family logistics• Event schedules• Emotional labor• Your own sanity + capacity• Travel prep• Gift logistics• Shared planning• Mixed emotionsAnd most importantly, you now have the language, tools, and clarity to share the load instead of silently carrying it alone.In this episode, we talk about:• The patterns couples fall into during early parenthood• Why awareness is the first step toward change• How to keep using these tools through the whole year• What “teamwork” actually looks like in real life• How to protect your relationship from default-parent burnout• Why you didn’t do anything wrong — you were just doing too much👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load BreakthroughUse the brain dump, holiday categories, emotional prompts, and weekly planning tools to support your conversations and protect your connection this season:https://www.postpartumtogether.com/mental-load-braindump-holidayYou deserve a holiday that feels connected, not chaotic.And you don’t have to figure it out alone.
• Day 9: Supporting Each Other Through Mixed Holiday Emotions 27.11.2025 10min

  Today we’re talking about something almost every new parent experiences during the holidays, but few couples actually prepare for: Mixed emotions.Because December isn’t just joy and magic.It’s overstimulation, nostalgia, grief, pressure, expectations, family dynamics, exhaustion, and the ache of wanting the holidays to feel a certain way… while navigating a very tender season of parenthood.And partners don’t always feel the same way at the same time.In this episode, we unpack:• Why mixed emotions are normal (and expected) in early parenthood• How emotional load is just as real as logistical load• What happens when couples don’t talk about what they’re feeling• How to avoid “emotion mismatch resentment”• The “Name + Ask” Method for emotional clarity• What emotional support looks like in real, practical ways• How to honor both partners’ internal experiences — even when they’re differentThis is one of the most human, heartfelt conversations of the series, and it’s designed to help couples feel safer, softer, and more connected during a season that often feels emotionally overwhelming.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load BreakthroughUse the emotional labor prompts, boundary-setting questions, holiday expectations mapping, and weekly planning sheets to support these conversations:https://www.postpartumtogether.com/mental-load-braindump-holidayMixed emotions aren’t the problem.Silence is.You deserve emotional support this season and so does your partner.
• Day 8: How to Have a Holiday Huddle — Talk First So You Don’t Fight Later 26.11.2025 11min

  Today we’re breaking down one of the most powerful tools for reducing resentment, confusion, and emotional overload during the holidays: the Holiday Huddle.A Holiday Huddle is a simple 10-minute weekly check-in that helps couples stay aligned during December — before the stress, assumptions, and misunderstandings hit.Because most holiday conflicts aren’t about what happened.They’re about not talking ahead of time.In this episode, we walk you through the exact Holiday Huddle process we teach inside the Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough, including:• Step-by-step questions for a weekly check-in• How to avoid the “default parent” dynamic• Why assumptions create 80% of holiday tension• How to set realistic expectations for your bandwidth• How to divide responsibilities using Lead + Support roles• How to identify what needs to come off your plate this week• How to plan for emotional load, not just logisticsThis is the tool that keeps couples grounded, connected, and prepared — so you’re not running on last-minute panic or silent resentment.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load BreakthroughIt includes the full Holiday Huddle script, weekly planning pages, and the category breakdowns you’ll want beside you.https://www.postpartumtogether.com/mental-load-braindump-holidayTen minutes.Once a week.Total game changer.
• Day 7: Gift Logistics + Special Extras — Share the Load Before the Wrapping Paper 25.11.2025 7min

  Today we’re digging into one of the biggest (underestimated) parts of the holiday mental load: Gift logistics and all the special extras that come with December.Because gifts aren’t just gifts.They’re:• Lists• Budgets• Shipping timelines• Teacher gifts• Stockings• Matching pajamas• “Who already bought what?”• “What’s developmentally appropriate?”• “Did we go overboard or not enough?”And most of that invisible planning ends up sitting in one partner’s brain until it leads to resentment and overwhelm.In this episode, we cover:• Why gift logistics hit new parents so hard• The emotional labor behind “making it special”• How to prevent the default-parent dynamic with gifts• The 3 Gift Lanes Method (Mandatory, Optional, Special Extras)• How to divide holiday gifting in a way that feels fair• How to avoid overspending, duplication, and burnout• The difference between meaningful traditions and pressure-based traditionsThis episode takes the weight off the “Chief Gift Officer” role many parents fall into — and helps couples build a gift plan that feels clearer, calmer, and actually joyful.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough guideIt includes the full gift logistics category list, lane assignments, planning prompts, and a place to organize the entire holiday load together:https://www.postpartumtogether.com/mental-load-braindump-holidayGifts don’t have to drain you. When you share the load, they get a whole lot lighter.
• Day 6: Holiday Safety + Travel Prep — Protect Your Sanity (and Your Schedule) 24.11.2025 7min

  Welcome to Day 6 of our 10-Day Holiday Mental Load Series for new and expecting parents.Today we’re digging into a part of the season that becomes shockingly heavy once you have a baby: holiday safety and travel prep.Because holiday travel is no longer “grab your bag and go.”It’s car seats, sleep setups, feeding supplies, backup outfits, weather checks, medicine bags, chargers, toys, kid snacks, emergency layers, nap windows, and the logistics of navigating several hours in a car or airport with a very small human who has zero interest in travel efficiency.And usually, one partner is carrying all of this in their head.In this episode, we break down:• Why holiday travel becomes a full-on mental load for new parents• The invisible planning that creates resentment if it’s not shared• How to avoid the default-parent dynamic on travel days• The “Travel Non-Negotiables List” (the 5–7 things every parent needs)• How to divide travel responsibilities fairly so one person isn’t drowning• What to do when plans go sideways (because they always do)This episode is all about lowering the pressure, creating clarity, and stepping into travel as a team — not hoping one person magically remembers everything.Your step-by-step guide for:✔ Travel prep✔ Holiday scheduling✔ Emotional labor✔ Gift logistics✔ Weekly Holiday Huddles✔ A full holiday brain dump✔ Dividing tasks without resentment👉 Download it here:https://www.postpartumtogether.com/mental-load-braindump-holidayWhen you plan together, travel becomes calmer — and so does the rest of the season.We’ll break down the emotional + logistical weight behind gift giving and how to share it fairly.Subscribe so you don’t miss it.NEXT EPISODE: Day 7 — Gift Logistics + Special Extras
• Day 5: Self + Sanity — Protecting Your Capacity During the Holidays 23.11.2025 8min

  Today we’re talking about the part of the holiday mental load that almost no one prioritizes, but absolutely every new parent needs: your own capacity, needs, and sanity.Because when you’re navigating the holidays with a baby, even the “simple” things can feel overwhelming. Lights, noise, disrupted routines, pressure to be everywhere, overstimulation, emotional labor, family dynamics… it all compounds fast.Most new parents end up pushing their own needs to the bottom of the list, which leads to burnout, resentment, and that “I’m holding everything together by a thread” feeling.When you’re running on empty, nobody gets the best version of you—least of all you.In this episode, we cover:• Why self-preservation is essential during the holidays• How new parents become overstimulated and emotionally depleted• The “Non-Negotiable + Bailout Plan” tool to protect your bandwidth• How to communicate your needs without guilt• How to prevent emotional overload before it spills into conflict• Why your sanity is a major part of your family’s holiday wellbeingThis episode is part of our 10-day series helping couples replace holiday overwhelm with connection, clarity, and teamwork—especially during the busiest season of early parenthood.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough guideThis companion tool includes a full holiday brain dump, Self + Sanity prompts, emotional labor mapping, and the weekly Holiday Huddle template to help you protect your capacity this season:Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough: Make the Invisible Holiday Work Visible in Your Relationship Your needs matter. Your bandwidth matters. And your sanity is worth protecting...especially in December.
• Day 4: Emotional Labor + Holiday Expectations — The Hidden Load That Drains New Parents 22.11.2025 8min

  Episode 4 of 10: Emotional Labor + Holiday Expectations (Holiday Mental Load Series)Today we’re talking about the invisible part of the holiday mental load that hits new and expecting parents the hardest: emotional labor and expectations.This is the stuff no one sees ,but absolutely everyone feels.Because when you’re the parent managing the vibe of the room, the tension between relatives, your own overstimulation, your baby’s needs, and everyone’s expectations… the holidays can feel more like emotional gymnastics than family fun.In this episode, we dive into:• Why emotional labor skyrockets during the holidays• How one partner often ends up managing everyone’s feelings• The pressure to “make it magical” when you’re exhausted• How family expectations create hidden stress• The “Emotional Non-Negotiables” tool to protect your bandwidth• What to say when you’re trying to set boundaries without creating conflict• How couples can show up for each other emotionally—not just logisticallyThis episode is part of our 10-day series helping couples replace holiday overwhelm with connection, clarity, and teamwork.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough guideInside you’ll find emotional labor prompts, boundary-setting questions, holiday expectations mapping, and your weekly Holiday Huddle worksheet:Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough: Make the Invisible Holiday Work Visible in Your Relationship Your emotional wellbeing matters, and the holidays feel lighter when you both understand the load you're carrying.
• Day 3: Event Schedules + Seasonal To-Dos — How to Stop Overscheduling Your December 21.11.2025 8min

  Today we’re talking about the part of the holiday mental load that drains new parents faster than anything else: the nonstop event schedule and the endless seasonal to-do list.Because once you have a baby, every outing suddenly comes with extra logistics, emotional load, nap timing stress, overstimulation concerns, and a very real question:“Is this even worth it for our family right now?”In this episode, we break down:• Why holiday events feel overwhelming with a baby• How couples accidentally overschedule themselves• The “Memory Pressure” that leads to doing things you don’t even want to do• How to decide what’s meaningful vs. what’s performative• The three-bucket system (Must Do / Could Do / Doesn’t Matter This Year)• How to prevent resentment by planning together• Why your values—not social pressure—should shape your December calendarThis episode is part of our 10-day series designed to help couples replace holiday tension with teamwork, clarity, and connection.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough guideYour full holiday brain dump, event-planning prompts, category breakdowns, and weekly Holiday Huddle worksheet are inside:Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough: Make the Invisible Holiday Work Visible in Your RelationshipLet’s make this season lighter, calmer, and more aligned with what actually matters to your family.
• Day 2: Holiday Logistics + Family Coordination — The Plan That Prevents December Blowups 20.11.2025 8min

  Today we’re unpacking the part of the holiday mental load that drains new parents faster than wrapping paper and sugar crashes: logistics and family coordination.Because once you become a parent, December is no longer just a month—it’s an entire operation. Travel planning, nap windows, meal timing, driving routes, RSVPs, “who’s hosting what,” and navigating multiple sides of the family… it adds up quickly. And usually, one partner ends up carrying the whole thing mentally.In this episode, we cover:• Why holiday logistics overwhelm new and expecting parents• The hidden emotional load behind timing, planning, and travel• How to stop being the “default calendar keeper”• The weekly Holiday Huddle that prevents resentment• How to divide logistics realistically instead of snapping at each other• Why clarity—not perfection—is what makes December smootherThis episode is part of our 10-day series designed to help couples replace tension with teamwork during the busiest season of early parenthood.👉 Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough guideYour holiday brain dump, category breakdowns, and weekly planning template are waiting for you:Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough: Make the Invisible Holiday Work Visible in Your Relationship Let’s make December feel more manageable and more connected.
• Day 1: Home + Hosting — Your Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough Begins 19.11.2025 5min

  Welcome to the first episode of our 10-day Holiday Mental Load Series—created for new and expecting parents who are overwhelmed by the mental load of December.Today we’re breaking down the invisible work behind holiday home prep and hosting from the decorating, cleaning, planning, meal prep, to the emotional labor that usually falls on one partner.In this episode, we’ll cover:• Why home + hosting becomes such a heavy mental load• How the “default holiday parent” dynamic forms• The Lead + Support strategy for dividing hosting tasks• How to set a “Good Enough Holiday Home” standard• How to prevent resentment and miscommunication before they hitThis series is designed to help you feel more supported, more aligned, and more like a team through the busiest season of early parenthood.Download the free Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough—the brain dump guide, category breakdown, and weekly Holiday Huddle prompts we reference in every episode:Click here to download the Holiday Mental Load Breakthrough: Make the Invisible Holiday Work Visible in Your Relationship
• The Mental Load of the Holidays: A Survival Guide for New Parents Who Are Tired of Doing It All 18.11.2025 36min

  You love your baby. You love your partner.But the holidays hit, and suddenly you’re the one tracking gifts, outfits, nap schedules, travel plans, and everyone’s feelings… while your partner is getting praised for bringing one pie.In this episode, Chelsea and Mike break down the mental load of the holidays for new parents—especially moms who are carrying the invisible work of making everything “magical” while feeling unseen, overextended, and resentful. You’ll hear real examples from couples they coach, why this season is so triggering, and concrete ways dads/partners can finally get off the sidelines and step into true teamwork.You’ll also hear exactly how to use our holiday mental load template so you’re not just venting—you’re getting that invisible work out of your head, onto paper, and divided fairly.What the mental load / invisible load actually is for new moms in postpartum and early parenthoodWhy the holiday mental load explodes for new parents (texts from family, travel plans, gifts, outfits, schedules, emotional baggage)How patriarchy and old gender scripts still show up at the holidays—even with “good guys” who want to be involvedWhy new dads often want to help but don’t have a model and get stuck on the sidelinesThe difference between “helping with one sliver” of a task vs. taking full responsibility for an entire category (like groceries, gifts, or travel)The Holiday Huddle: a simple weekly check-in to talk about what’s coming up, what’s stressing you out, and what needs to come off your plateA “power phrase” for the season: talk before you’re tired—so you don’t wait until you’re fried to bring up hard conversationsHow to pick lanes and stick to them (no last-minute surprises, emotional grenades, or hour-before-the-gathering invitations)A practical “one thing that matters most” ritual so every family member gets one prioritized experience instead of trying to do everythingWhy presence matters more than performance: choosing emotional connection over Instagram-worthy perfectionThe “take shifts” strategy at family gatherings so each partner gets time to actually enjoy themselves and have adult conversationThroughout the episode, Chelsea walks you through how to use the holiday mental load template as a conversation starter with your partner—so you can name what’s on your mind, divide responsibilities, and build a holiday rhythm that feels lighter and more connected.Free Holiday Mental Load Template / ChecklistGet your mental load out of your head and onto paper, so you two can actually divide responsibilities and plan your Holiday Huddle together.https://chelseaskaggs.kit.com/abd66c33ba👉 Book your Fewer Fights by Christmas Morning troubleshooting call.Come hang out with us on Instagram.
• Why Every Parent Needs a Mom Group or Dad Group: The Science of Connection 11.11.2025 47min

  Modern parenthood wasn’t meant to be a solo project, yet so many new moms and dads are trying to figure it out in isolation. We scroll, read, and listen to every parenting podcast, but at the end of the day, it still feels lonely. The truth is, no amount of information can replace the transformation that happens in community.In this episode of the Better Relationships After Baby Podcast, Chelsea and Mike dig into the power of group connection — why real change happens faster when parents have support, accountability, and belonging. They unpack what science and psychology show us about group learning and why joining a Mom Group or Dad Group can radically shift how couples communicate and cope in early parenthood.Why you can’t self-help your way out of postpartum lonelinessThe science of co-regulation and why community calms your nervous systemHow group learning builds real-life communication skills (thanks, Bandura!)The difference between therapy and postpartum coaching and how they work togetherWhy peer support and accountability make new habits stickHow virtual groups for parents create connection, even when you can’t leave the houseWhat happens when one partner spirals, and how community creates a ripple of healing for the whole familyChelsea and Mike also share personal stories from their own experience running online parent groups for the past five years. From the first-time mom who finally said, “I’m not broken , I just needed other women who get it,” to the new dad who realized that he didn’t have to fix everything, just show up...these are the moments that remind us we were never meant to do this alone.Research continues to show that new parent support groups lower rates of postpartum depression and anxiety for both mothers and partners. Group coaching allows couples to learn and practice new skills in a safe, encouraging environment. Unlike anonymous online threads, a guided virtual group combines real relationships, evidence-based tools, and accountability that actually creates growth.In a season where life can feel like a blur of bottles, diapers, and exhaustion, having a space that’s just for you, one that helps you regulate, reflect, and reconnect, isn’t a luxury. It’s a necessity.Chelsea and Mike explain how postpartum coaching helps couples after baby rebuild their foundation. When stress runs high, our brains go into survival mode — fight, flight, or freeze. But in a group setting, you learn how to interrupt those patterns, communicate effectively, and show up as teammates instead of adversaries. It’s where you can practice the conversations you’ve been avoiding, get feedback from peers who are in the same season, and walk away with language you can use that same night at home.If you’ve ever ended the day back-to-back with your partner, each on your phones, wondering why connection feels so hard, then this episode is for you. Whether you’re an expecting couple, new parents in the thick of it, or a few years in and still trying to find your rhythm, community is the missing piece most families are craving.Chelsea and Mike’s Mom Group (Mondays at 7PM ET) and Dad Group (Tuesdays at 7PM ET) are small, virtual groups designed for real-life parents who want practical tools, a sense of belonging, and conversations that go deeper than social media highlight reels.Week One is free so there's no pressure, no performance, just a chance to see what it feels like to be part of a community built around growth and honesty.Tune in and learn why the future of strong families starts with strong communities.Questions? Email us chelsea@postpartumtogether.comonline parent group | mom group | dad group | new parent support group | virtual parent group | postpartum coaching | couples after baby | postpartum relationship coaching | parenting after baby | online parenting community | group coaching for parents | postpartum connection | support for new dads | support for new moms
• Anchored, Not Stoic: How Dads Can Steady the Postpartum Home 04.11.2025 57min

  When a new baby arrives, the whole family’s nervous system changes. In this episode, we’re talking about what helps families thrive in the postpartum season, especially how dads and partners can become the steady, emotionally present anchor their home needs.We break down:What it means to be anchored, not stoic (emotional presence vs. emotional shutdown)Why nervous system regulation and co-regulation are game-changers for moms, dads, and babiesTwo practical breathing tools (Wim Hof method + 4-2-6-2 pattern) that calm your body fastHow to create a “commute reset” to shift from work mode to family modeMicro-scripts for staying connected instead of defensive in tough momentsThe link between emotionally present partners and lower postpartum depression ratesThis conversation is for dads, partners, and anyone who wants to understand how emotional steadiness and nervous system awareness can transform postpartum relationships.Stay to the end for a short behind-the-scenes chat about how parenting, research, and humanity are evolving (and why this generation of parents has the tools to do it differently.)Resources mentioned: • DadVantage small group for dads • Confident Mom Reset program • Previous episodes on co-regulation & nervous system work • Wim Hof guided breathingpostpartum dads | postpartum relationships | emotional regulation | nervous system | co-regulation | anchored presence | steady partner | postpartum marriage | new parents | fatherhood | emotional connection | postpartum support | relationship after baby | breathing exercises | Wim Hof method | nervous system reset | mindful parenting | present father | postpartum mental health | mom and dad teamwork | emotional awareness | postpartum communication | gentle fatherhood | modern dad | postpartum coach | relationship coaching | family nervous system | calm parenting | parenting after baby | postpartum tips
• Behind the Scenes: How We Talk About Emotional Steadiness (Without Sounding Stoic) 02.11.2025 28min

  We're pulling back the curtain. This is our real planning convo on how we align language, debate “steady vs. stoic,” and map the tools before we get into a weekly podcast episode. It’s messy, honest, and meant to bring you right in the room with us.This isn’t a polished episode; it’s the actual conversation we had to plan Tuesday’s show. We hash out what “steadiness” really means (not robotic, not shut down), talk nervous system regulation and “anchored presence,” and decide how to communicate it so both partners feel seen. You’ll hear how we align language, challenge each other’s angles, and turn lived moments into something you can try at home.If you love the raw, unfiltered build-up before the mic goes live, tell us...should we do more Behind the Scenes? Drop a quick DM or reply with your favorite takeaway.emotional steadinessemotional regulationanchored presencenervous system regulationmasculine presencecalm communicationstaying groundedrelationship after babyemotional connection in marriagepost-baby partnershipchoose it until you become itcalm, curious, connectedpersonal growth for dadshealing religious traumamindset shiftembodied communicationsteadiness vs. stoicismhow to stay calm in conflicthow to be emotionally steadymasculine steadiness vs stoicismhow to regulate your nervous system in relationshipsnervous system and marriagebecoming an anchored partnercommunication tools for coupleshow to show up steady for your partner
• Where a New Kind of Manhood Begins 28.10.2025 11min

  In this solo episode, Mike Skaggs — co-founder of Postpartum Together — speaks directly to the men stepping into fatherhood, partnership, and purpose in a changing world.He shares a vision for a new kind of manhood—one built not on control or performance, but on presence, steadiness, and love. Drawing from his own experience in the NICU with his daughter, Mike reflects on what it means to protect through presence, to lead through calm, and to anchor your family through the chaos of postpartum life.This episode explores nervous system regulation, emotional safety, and how men can practice the strength that steadies everything else. Because your family doesn’t need a perfect man—they need a present one.Learn about working with Mike + Chelsea:Postpartum Together OfferingsBook a free connection call with us modern fatherhoodpostpartum dad supportnervous system regulation for menemotional safety in relationshipsfatherhood mindsetredefining masculinitymen’s mental health postpartumcoregulation in relationshipssteady partner after babynew kind of manhoodhow to be a present dadmindful fatherhood🔍 SEO Keywords