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Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness
by Kristine Ziffra | Mama Project
Welcome to the Mama Project Podcast! This podcast exists to help mamas reclaim their identity by offering unique strategies that support their physical and mental health during all seasons of motherhood - pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. The goal of this podcast is to supply you with tools & resources to guide you wherever you're at in your journey, offer inspirational stories from myself & guests, and ultimately educate and entertain you along the way. If you'd like to see more and connect, please follow me on Instagram @kristine.adele.fit and subscribe to my Mama Project YouTube channel by searching for Kristine Ziffra.
Episodes
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74: Healing & Returning to Fitness Post C-Section
You guys, I'm sooooo bad about recording new episodes! The transition to 2 kids has been tough! But anyways, trying to find little pockets of time to record. And I apologize if the audio on this sucks, but I recorded it while also doing laundry and all the things. IYKYK Anyways! I'm here to talk…
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73: My C-Section Birth Experience
At 32 weeks I found out my second baby was in the breech position and I would need to possibly have a c-section if he/she didn't flip to the head down position in time for labor. At first, this news shattered me as I was really hoping for a redemptive birth experience this time as my first was so...
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72: Faith Over Finances - Trusting God with Your Money with SeedTime's Linda Lotich
SeedTime is a community who views money as a tool to change lives, not the source of our status or security. Therefore, since money is a tool, we are at our best and most effective when we learn (what we were never taught in school) how to manage, grow, spend, and give wisely. In this episode, I...
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71: Second Trimester Recap
Ahhhh the second trimester. Typically, a glorious time to be pregnant. Morning sickness/nausea usually subsides, you aren't super uncomfortable yet moving around & your energy may return for workouts/everyday life, etc. In this episode, I give a recap of my experience of the second trimester. I...
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70: God's Plan > My Plan
Four years ago we had quite the transformational year: we sold our house, bought land in Wisconsin, sold my gym, got pregnant and became first time parents. And now here we are in 2026. And let me tell you, soooo much has happened that has made us change course. Are we still building a house in...
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69: Fertility Awareness Method with Carly Hartwig @cleanlivingwithcarly
As a Holistic Reproductive Health Practitioner and Certified Fertility Awareness Educator, Carly Hartwig provides expert advice and clean living tips to support the female reproductive system to get pregnant, avoid pregnancy, improve body literacy, and your overall health with natural and…
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68: Pregnancy After Loss - First Trimester Recap
Pregnancy is hard. Pregnancy after loss, well, feels like a new level of hard. In this episode I talk all about how I've navigated an *unexpected* pregnancy after loss, first trimester symptoms, combating worry & anxiety and more. If you've struggled with loss or are worried about a future...
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67: Screen Time, Toddlers & Autism with Andreina Rosales @toddlertvtrap
Does early screen time use cause Autism? How much screen time is too much? What actually is high quality programming? Why is early brain development so sensitive to screen exposure? In this episode I dive into ALL these questions and so much more with my guest, Andreina Rosales. She is currently...
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66: Honoring Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance Day
October 15th is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. In this episode, I'm talking to all the moms who have experienced loss and are apart of this awful "club." Losing a baby is one of the most painful things we can experience, but I promise you that you do not have to go through it alone....
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65: Supplements for Every Phase of Womanhood with Ashley Rocha
Ladywell was born out of frustration, resilience, and a drive to do better. After years of being dismissed by doctors and struggling with hormone imbalances, painful periods, and fertility challenges, founder Ashley Rocha realized something was missing in women’s health. The solutions were either...
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64: How Becoming A Mom Changed My Faith
In this episode, I discuss my spiritual journey from going to Catholic grade school and high school, to getting married outside of the Church and now finding our Church home. Connect with Kristine: Email - [email protected] Instagram - @birth.injury.coach YouTube Channel -...
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63: Finding Faith with Kris Callahan
Kris and I met in the Summer of 2020. She was looking to make some serious changes to her health and fitness journey. Little did I know that this would evolve into a beautiful friendship and that I would play a role in her finding faith. In this episode, we talk all about Kris' journey; how she...
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62: All About "Alpha"
What is the Alpha course? And who is it for? "Alpha helps create a space for honest conversation around some of life’s biggest questions. It is designed to provide guests an opportunity to connect with one another while providing the opportunity to share thoughts, ideas, and opinions in a safe…
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61: Healing Birth Injuries with Visceral Manipulation with PT & Doula Stefanie McMillin
Stefanie McMillin is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and Doula who is certified in Visceral Manipulation (VM). She is the owner of Full Circle Birth & Pelvic Health, Naperville’s trusted pelvic floor therapy and doula service provider. They uniquely support women through the full circle of...
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60: Coping with Pregnancy Loss
Grief isn't a linear process. There are still days/moments where I cry and feel really sad about no longer being pregnant. At the time of this episode being released, I should be 18 weeks pregnant. Experiencing a pregnancy loss has been one of the hardest things I have been through, and at the…
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59: The 5 F’s of Moving Forward with Divorce & Career Coach Ann Runkle Linker
After navigating her own divorce, Ann thought that there had to be a better way to get through such a wildly life-upending experience. She found herself helping others where she could, in between her own full time job and full time single mom life to two sweet little boys. And then in the midst…
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58: My Missed Miscarriage Story
TW: Mention of loss, miscarriage, bleeding, blood clots This is my own personal story and experience with a missed miscarriage. I share all of this in hopes that it can make someone else going through a similar experience feel less alone. If you have experienced a pregnancy loss, please know that...
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57: Balancing Business & Motherhood with Katelyn Darkangelo
Katelyn Darkangelo is a Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach and business owner. She owns and operates a boutique fitness studio inside of her own home while raising her 3 year old daughter. In this episode we talk about how she has balanced running her business while being a mom the past 3...
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56: The "Why" Behind My Rebrand
We're back!! After a brief hiatus, we are back with all new episodes, including a fresh new rebrand! In this episode, I talk all about the "why" behind the rebrand, including a brief look back into my faith journey. I'm excited about the fresh energy and ideas that have been put on my heart and...
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55: Optimizing Your Hormone Health During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Taryn Keller
Have you ever been told that these things are just *normal* as a postpartum mom: mood swings, heavy/painful periods, anxiety, irritability, unexplained weight gain, bloating, hair loss, digestive issues, etc? Taryn Keller is a Functional Nutrition Practitioner who helps moms reclaim their health…
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54: Returning to Fitness with Prolapse
Getting diagnosed with prolapse can be very daunting to many women who aren't properly educated on the different complications that can happen as a result of pregnancy and childbirth. Prolapse affects 50% of women at some point in their life span. So why is it not talked about? We have so many...
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53: Toddler Feeding & Picky Eating with @theminimedietitian Kathy O'Bryan
Do you often question how or what you are feeding your toddler? Do you waste time worrying about how much your toddler needs nutritionally? Are you eager for your toddler to try new foods and become a more adventurous eater? Are you tired of making separate meals for the family? Then this episode...
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52: 5 Ways to Combat Holiday Overwhelm & Overstimulation
Attending parties, buying gifts, wrapping presents, cooking meals, family time, baking cookies, seeing Christmas lights.....ALL THE THINGS! Christmastime is so fun and joyful, but can be equally overwhelming, exhausting, and overstimulating - especially for Moms! We tend to carry a lot of the...
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51: Dog & Tot Safety with Aileen Cronin
Bringing a new baby home is a huge adjustment for the entire family; yes, even your fur babies! While it is good to have a healthy understanding that our dog's world is about to change drastically, you don't need to feel uncertain or overwhelmed by a new baby joining your family. In this episode…
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50: Extended Breastfeeding & Toddler Weaning with Erin Harris
When you first start your breastfeeding journey, there are typically alot of resources at your disposal - lactation consultants, support groups, courses, podcasts, books, etc. Little by little you get the hang of this whole breastfeeding thing and your goal is to make it to at least a year. And...
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49: I Really Didn't Expect *This* About Motherhood...
Becoming a Mother is one of life's biggest transitions. So many aspects of your life change in an instant. Some are expected, while others happen when you least expect it. In this episode, I talk about all the unexpected ways we are impacted by Motherhood. Connect with Kristine: Email -...
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48: The Impact of Parenting on Relationships with Autumn Fowler
This is a must-listen for all parents! The transition to parenthood is one of the most challenging times on couples. Have you struggled with any of the following?: Fair division of labor, carrying the mental load, the roommate phase, prioritizing your relationship, making time for date nights…
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47: CrossFit During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Katie Bacarella
Katie Bacarella is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and P&PA coach who became who she needed after her first pregnancy & postpartum experience. She was an avid CrossFit athlete who, like me, was pretty surprised on how these seasons of pregnancy & postpartum impacted her athletic endeavors. In...
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46: "Bouncing Back" is the Exception, Not the Rule
"You'll bounce back in no time!" A common statement heard by moms everywhere. But in all honestly, it takes SO much longer than society and culture tells us to actually heal and feel like ourselves postpartum. In this episode, I talk about 7 reasons why you don't bounce back after you have a…
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45: Homeschool - Setting Yourself Up for Success with Nicole Angeles
Nicole Angeles is a veteran homeschool Mom of 7! In this episode, we talk about her personal experience with Homeschool as well as an expansive Q&A from my audience! Time Stamps Who was Nicole before kids? (00:00:00) Homeschool philosophy & starting her family (00:05:00) Why Homeschool? (00:8:00)...
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44: Our Potty Training Experience
At 21 months, our daughter is potty trained. We didn't even have to bribe her or use rewards. Say whaaaaaat? Don't get me wrong. She still has a couple of accidents here and there because, well, she's a toddler. But for the most part she totally gets it! Before deciding to start the potty…
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43: "Oh Crap, Potty Training" with Author Jamie Glowacki
Potty training is an important milestone in toddlerhood but is often stressful & misunderstood. You've probably heard things like "just wait until they're ready" and "boys are way harder to potty train than girls." In this episode, I talk about all of this and more with Jamie Glowacki, the author...
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42: 10 Parallels in Motherhood & Fitness
I've been active my entire life. I've played sports, done countless races, triathlons and fitness challenges. I've only been a mother for the last 20 months. After experiencing both, I've realized that they are connected more than you would think! In this episode, I give 10 examples of how...
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41: Adjusting Your Expectations in Motherhood with Lauren Mullikin
Motherhood changes us. Yet so many are resistant to that change or have the naive belief that they are hellbent on not changing once they become a Mom. I knew Motherhood was going to change me, but I had no idea that it would literally impact every single piece of me. In this episode, I talk with...
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40: Motherhood is Not a Competition
Our current society and culture is notorious for making moms feel guilty everywhere for a variety of reasons. I should be nursing my baby, but breastfeeding is hard for me. I should be laying the baby down in the crib but they won't sleep anywhere but on me. I should give the baby solid food but...
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39: Navigating Fitness, Business & Life After Loss with Ashton Koehlmoos
Ashton Koelmoss is a fellow P&PA coach and mom to 3 beautiful earthside boys and 1 angel baby. In this episode we talk all about how all seasons of motherhood have impacted her life, from trying to concieve, navigated a 16 week loss and gaining the courage to try again. Ashton is a true…
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38: Five Truths About Prolapse
In honor of June being Pelvic Organ Prolapse Awareness Month, this episode goes into some education and 5 truths about Prolapse: What is POP? What are the risk factors? Who can help me get diagnosed? Why do symptoms come out of nowhere? How can I get asymptomatic? And so much more! If you are...
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37: Stillbirth Support & Prevention with Liz O'Donnell
TW: Mention of loss/stillbirth Liz O'Donnell had a completely normal, healthy pregnancy up until she experienced the loss of her daughter at 36 weeks. In this episode, she talks about her story and how she used her own experience to become a huge advocate for the stillbirth/loss community by...
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36: Why Women Need Strength Training
The weight room isn't just for the men anymore! In gyms everywhere, more and more women are taking up space using barbell racks, heavy dumbbells & kettlebells. The 70s & 80s consistently advertised cardio-based exercise to women as a means to lose weight. But now, we know so much more about the...
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35: Red Flags in Pelvic Floor PT with Sapna Patel
Regardless of delivery type or birth outcome, every postpartum woman should get assessed by a Pelvic Floor PT after their 6 week check-up. In this episode, I discuss all things pelvic health with PFPT Sapna Patel of Pelvic Therapy & Fitness ,including some major red flags to look out for to make...
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34: Every Season Serves a Purpose
If you've been following me for a while you know I talk about life in different seasons. While pregnancy & postpartum are indeed specific seasons of life, they aren't really temporary. The transformations that happen during this time are life-changing. In this episode, I reflect on my past life...
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33: Encouraging Young Females to Stay Active Through "Girls Who Lead" with Katie Doerksen
We lose 40% of our girls from organized sport and activty by age 11. By the end of puberty, we have lost 64%. We know from the data that more than half of teen girls feel pressure to be perfect and worry about failing. Girls between the ages of 8 and 14 years old have been shown to have their...
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32: What Rehab Looks Like Before Your 6 Week Postpartum Visit
Around 80% of women will have a baby sometime in their life and there is not a formal prehab or rehab process for them to follow. No matter how the baby is birthed (vaginal or cesarean), your core & pelvic floor deserve proper rehab. In this episode I talk about practical things you actually CAN…
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31: Baby Led Feeding with Edwena Kennedy from My Little Eater
Starting solids with your little one can be really confusing! There is so much conflicting information out there lately for parents. Should I start with purees? What exactly is baby led weaning? Do I have to do that? In today's episode, Edwena Kennedy founder of My Little Eater gives very...
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30: 8 Lessons Learned in 8 Years of Entrepreneurship
I love how much fitness and business have in common. I have truly learned so much about being self employed the past 8 years, and it hasn't always been smooth sailing. In fact, most of the time it has been really challenging but also so rewarding at the same time! In this episode, I talk about…
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29: Common Causes of Miscarriage with Holly Covas
Holly Covas is a Medical Laboratory Science Program Director at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. After her two missed miscarriages, Holly was on a mission to find answers. During our discussion, we talk about many common causes of miscarriages, the type of blood tests you…
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28: Tips for Traveling with Your Baby/Toddler
Traveling with your baby/toddler doesn't have to be stressful! I think if you manage expectations, have a game plan going in, and try to be as flexible as possible, you'll have the best outcome! The memories that you will make as a family will be worth it! Travel Packing List:...
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27: Matrescence & Being a Millennial Mom
When you become a Mother, everything changes. You've been told this, but you don't really understand just how significant these changes are until you experience it yourself. In this episode, I talk about my journey to finding Matrescence and just how different it is raising children as a…
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26: Building a Brand While Raising Babies with Brianna Battles
Before becoming a trailblazer in the pregnancy and postpartum industry, Brianna Battles worked in Corporate Wellness & Collegiate Athletics. Her world was completely rocked by childbirth and motherhood, forcing her to reclaim a new identity and essentially led her into coaching part-time at a…
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25: The Highs & Lows of Body Image
There's no denying that our bodies go through an immense amount of physical changes during pregnancy and postpartum. While I know it is a time to be super grateful for these changes, it doesn't mean that we aren't challenged at times with poor body image days. During this episode, I talk about…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to the Mama Project Podcast! This podcast exists to help mamas reclaim their identity by offering unique strategies that support their physical and mental health during all seasons of motherhood - pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. The goal of this podcast is to supply you with tools & resources to guide you wherever you're at in your journey, offer inspirational stories from myself & guests, and ultimately educate and entertain you along the way. If you'd like to see more and connect, please follow me on Instagram @kristine.adele.fit and subscribe to my Mama Project YouTube channel by searching for Kristine Ziffra.
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