Find Your Feathers

Most moms are juggling countless responsibilities, often putting themselves last. In this episode, functional nutritionist Samantha Fiddler shares her journey through postpartum challenges, burnout, and entrepreneurship, and how prioritizing her own health transformed her life.Samantha offers practical insights on nutrition, hormone balance, energy, and mindset, including simple habits that can improve mood, resilience, and overall well-being. She also opens up about navigating mom guilt, setting boundaries, and finding grace in the chaos of motherhood.Whether you're postpartum or simply feeling depleted, this conversation is filled with actionable tips and encouragement to help you reconnect with your body, reclaim your energy, and remember that self-care isn't a luxury—it's essential.Find Sam on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samanthafidlerwellness/https://www.instagram.com/samanthafidlerwellness/ Samantha Fidler is a Functional Nutritionist and the Founder of Samantha Fidler Wellness. (https://samanthafidlerwellness.com/https://samanthafidlerwellness.com/) Prior to transitioning into the health and wellness space, she spent over a decade in corporate sales for a large hotel company. During the pandemic and while pregnant with her oldest daughter, Sam was laid off —an experience that ultimately led her to pursue a more aligned and purpose-driven career.She returned to school to become a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and completed advanced training in Nutrition Response Testing and Functional Lab Testing. Before launching her own practice, Samantha worked in a holistic nutrition clinic, where she gained hands-on experience supporting clients with a wide range of health concerns.Today, she brings both her clinical training and real-world experience to her work, taking a thoughtful, personalized approach to help her clients better understand their bodies and feel confident in their health.Sam currently lives in Massachusetts with her husband, Mike, and 2 girls, Zoey & Maeve. Outside of work, Sam enjoys being outside, going to the beach, live music, cooking, and trying new restaurants.

Kelsey sits down with certified postpartum doula and infant sleep consultant Chelsea Seapy to talk about the identity shifts that come with motherhood, learning to care for yourself while caring for others, and finding peace in the chaos of early parenting. Chelsea shares her journey from elementary music teacher and endurance athlete to working overnight with newborn families while raising two young children of her own. Together, they discuss the realities of postpartum life, mom guilt, therapy, social media boundaries, sleep deprivation, and the importance of community and self-care.Chelsea taught elementary music for a total of 9 years in 3 different states, and then made the switch to being a postpartum doula & pediatric sleep coach. She also started teaching newborn care and sleep classes this year, and that has been super fun. Now, she work overnights and coaches clients through the sleep training. Chelsea has 2 kids, 5 and 2. She gets to be home with them during the day and works overnights and virtual coaching.

Christa shares honestly about the raw, unexpected twists ofmotherhood from miscarriage losses to life in a construction zone with anewborn, and how those struggles shaped her sense of identity and resilience.  In this episode, you'll discover the deepways your children teach you about your own growth, patience, and mixing inmoments of self-care, even during the busiest seasons. We break down practical insights like the importance ofcommunity, the delicate art of balancing ambition and presence, and howembracing phases can help you delight in your unique motherhood path.

Most women think motherhood means putting their passions on hold — but Amanda Almond’s incredible story flips that idea on its head. As a competitive Ironman athlete, marathoner, and mom of two, she reveals how embracing your unique journey can lead to a life that’s both fulfilled and authentic. Amanda shares the eye-opening lessons from her own evolution, from chasing perfection to finding freedom in imperfection, and how her motherhood journey actually made her a better athlete, coach, and woman.Follow Amanda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/a_fitt_almond/https://www.instagram.com/a_fitt_almond/Or visit her website: https://www.amandaalmond.com/

Most women feel like they’ve lost themselves aftermotherhood, but what if you could actually get your pink back? Kelsey shares her  journey  into motherhood and how she found her strength, vitality, and confidence again. This episode is perfect for moms feeling exhausted, stuck, or overwhelmed by the chaos of raising little ones. If you crave inspiration, tangible tips, and a renewed sense of hope that you can feel vibrant again, you’ll want to listen. Join Kelsey as she shares why she is starting this podcast. These are more than stories, it’s a movement to help you find your feathers and embrace your full self once again.Follow @findyourfeatherspodcast for more!