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Badass Momma: 4th Trimester Lessons
by Danielle 💜 Meyer
Society doesn’t always tell the whole truth about birth and postpartum. I'm on a mission to change that. I sit down with my friends, who just happen to be experts in this field as they are mommas too! We get real about the fourth trimester. We're talking about the good, the bad, and the messy. From postpartum depression to breastfeeding struggles, and even birth stories we didn’t ask for!
Episodes
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My Story, Part 8: From Hypervigilance to Healing: Inside Danielle’s Postpartum Reality
In this episode, Danielle gets real about the messy, unfiltered side of postpartum recovery—navigating blood loss, iron infusions, intrusive thoughts, and the weight of anxiety that clung to every moment. She shares the raw truth of what healing looked like: therapy sessions, hypervigilance, a…
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My Story, Part 7: From Hospital Haze to Home; the First Days With Jett
In this emotionally raw and beautifully honest episode, Ashley and Danielle pick up where the story left off—coming home from the hospital with their newborn, Jett. But this isn’t just about the car ride. It’s about the emotional weight of stepping out of the safety of hospital walls and into the...
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My Story, Part 6: From Discharge to Disconnect: Danielle’s First Night Without Jett
Danielle shares what it felt like to finally be discharged from the hospital—without Jett. From navigating accessibility issues at the hotel to the haunting silence of being separated from her newborn, this episode unpacks a night that felt anything but healing. Take your journey with this…
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My Story, Part 5: From Hemorrhaging to Holding On: Danielle’s Deep Dive into Trauma, Recovery & WTF Moments
Danielle never got a full explanation for why she hemorrhaged after giving birth—so in this episode, she begins to piece it together out loud. From uterine exhaustion to vasospasms and a surprise second incision, she and Ashley unpack the causes of her blood loss, the eight transfusions, and what...
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My Story, Part 4: From ICU to Identity: Danielle’s Reminder to Take It One Step at a Time
After 38 hours in the ICU and a brush with death, Danielle found herself in a recovery room—physically wrecked, emotionally raw, and unsure how to begin this whole "being a mom" thing. In this episode, she walks us through what those first moments post-birth really felt like, from confusion and...
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My Story, Part 3: From Survival Mode to Thriving, Reclaiming My Strength
What happens when birth turns into a fight for survival? In this raw and powerful episode, I take you inside my ICU experience—the pain, the fear, and the resilience that carried me through. From enduring Pitocin contractions on a gurney while being rushed to treat an embolism to the moment I...
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My Story, Part 2: From Announcing 'Jett' to Crisis in the ICU: Danielle's Fight for Survival
In Part 1, I shared the moments leading up to Jett’s birth—the exhaustion, the unexpected turns, and the first signs that something wasn’t right. But what happened next? That’s where things took a terrifying turn. In Part 2, we pick up right where we left off. What started as relief and...
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My Story, Part 1: From Acupuncture to Action
In this deeply personal episode, Danielle shares the beginning of her birth story—one marked by resilience, unexpected challenges, and raw emotions. With her wife Ashley by her side, she recounts the journey leading up to the birth of their son, the mental and physical toll of the experience, and...
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From Overcoming Loss to Embracing Love: Lynette's Story
In this episode of Badass Momma: 4th Trimester Lessons, Lynette Christine Norman shares her incredible journey of resilience and transformation. From navigating the challenges of teenage motherhood and overcoming generational trauma to embracing love and spiritual growth, Lynette’s story is a...
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From Miscarriages to Motherhood: Ashleigh’s Tenacious Journey
In this episode, From Miscarriages to Motherhood: Ashleigh’s Tenacious Journey, Ashleigh opens up about her raw and deeply personal path to becoming a mother. She shares candid reflections on navigating miscarriages, IVF challenges, and learning to advocate for herself during a high-risk…
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From Triggered to Healing: Finding Strength in the Face of Loss
In this episode, Danielle shares a deeply personal reflection on processing trauma and grief, particularly surrounding the loss of a pregnancy. Together with her co-host, she explores the challenges of navigating emotional triggers, the pitfalls of toxic positivity, and the transformative power…
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From Frustration to Fulfillment: The Power of Partnership
In this episode we explore the powerful journey of a couple navigating infertility, IVF, and the transformative challenges of the fourth trimester. Through raw, honest reflections, they share their emotional highs and lows, the resilience needed to push through loss, and the strength they found…
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From Her Own to Another's: Ellens Selfless Surrogacy Journey
In this episode, we sit down with Ellen, a mother and surrogate, to explore her deeply personal and transformative journey through pregnancy and surrogacy. Ellen candidly shares her experiences with her own children’s births, which included both easy pregnancies and challenging labor and...
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From Babysitter to Motherhood - Allison's Navigation Through Motherhood
This episode was such a fun one, and a theraputic chat for my new friend. Allison. We dive deep into the journey of motherhood with her. From her early days as the go-to babysitter among friends to navigating the emotional and physical challenges of pregnancy and childbirth, Allison shares her...
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From Medical Fears to Motherhood Joy: Ambers Story
In this episode of "Badass Momma: 4th Trimester Lessons," Amber shares her remarkable journey through fertility challenges, pregnancy, and early motherhood. With a background in the medical field, Amber opens up about the anxiety and mental strain of knowing too much about the potential risks...
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From ICU Nurse to Empowered Advocate: Lauren's Resilient & Inspiring Journey Sets High Standard of Care
In this episode, we sit down with Lauren, an ICU nurse who shares her incredible journey from handling critical care to embracing motherhood. Lauren discusses her challenging pregnancy, the realities of postpartum mental health, and the unexpected hurdles she faced, including a dramatic vacation...
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From Trauma to Resilience: Rachael Woolsey's Emotional Journey
In this episode, Rachael Woolsey shares her deeply personal and traumatic birth experiences, including the unexpected survival of her son despite dire medical predictions. She discusses the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the lack of support from medical professionals, and the…
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From IVF to Baby Bliss: Embracing Every Moment
In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the journey of motherhood, exploring the emotional highs and lows of pregnancy, childbirth, and the 4th trimester. Our guest, Alyssa Boies, shares her personal experiences with IVF, the challenges of new parenthood, and the importance of self-care. Through...
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From Crying Nights to Loving Days: Finding Balance & Strength
In this episode, we explore the profound journey of early motherhood, reflecting on the experiences of Cathy, a mother adjusting to life with her 18-month-old. We discuss the emotional and physical challenges, the importance of support systems, and the realities of bonding with a newborn. Take…
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From Labor to Love: Overcoming Postpartum Hurdles Together
In this heartfelt episode, we dive into the raw and unfiltered realities of new parenthood. Join us as we share personal experiences of labor, delivery, and the often-overlooked challenges of the postpartum period. From sleepless nights and hospital frustrations to the emotional rollercoaster of...
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Trailer
Welcome to 'Badass Momma: Lessons for the 4th Trimester' I'm so glad you're here. I don’t know about you but society doesn’t always tell the whole truth about birth and postpartum. I'm on a mission to change that. I'm sitting down with my friends, who just happen to be experts in this field as…
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From NICU Nights to Empowered Heights
My friend Paula Schuster shares her mothering background, a career in corporate America, transition to life coaching, sound healing, and podcasting. She discusses her journey and recounts her experiences with pregnancy and childbirth, including the premature birth of her son, Caleb, at 26 weeks,...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Society doesn’t always tell the whole truth about birth and postpartum. I'm on a mission to change that. I sit down with my friends, who just happen to be experts in this field as they are mommas too! We get real about the fourth trimester. We're talking about the good, the bad, and the messy. From postpartum depression to breastfeeding struggles, and even birth stories we didn’t ask for!
HOSTED BY
Danielle 💜 Meyer
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Society doesn’t always tell the whole truth about birth and postpartum. I'm on a mission to change that. I sit down with my friends, who just happen to be experts in this field as they are mommas too! We get real about the fourth trimester. We're talking about the good, the bad, and the messy. From...
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