So You Had A Baby
by Krista
Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast! I am your host Krista Kahmann. On the podcast, you’ll hear honest conversations about postpartum and motherhood. My goal is to change the stigma around postpartum and encourage every mama regardless of where they’re at in their journey. Join me and my incredible guests as we share empowering stories and topics to inspire you to grow and love yourself more in your postpartum.
Episodes
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Ep. 52 | Reclaiming your life in Motherhood with Regan Walsh, Author of Heart Boss and Executive and Life Coach
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a BAby Podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 52! This week I have the extreme pleasure of being joined by Regan Walsh! Regan is an NYU-certified executive and life coach who focuses on helping women who are overprogrammed and underwhelmed to...
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Ep. 51 | EXPERT EDITION: Hormones in Motherhood with Dr Angela Potter, ND, Nutritionist and Pelvic Floor Therapist
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast Expert Edition! I am your host Krista and this is episode 51! This week I am so excited to be welcoming back Dr. Angela Potter! Dr. Angela joined me in Episode 41 to share her motherhood journey. If you haven't heard it yet, pause this and…
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Ep. 50 | Being Humbled in Motherhood with Tracey Biebel, LCSW and Parent Coach
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the So You Had A Baby Podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 50! First of all, can you believe I am 50 episodes in and have been doing this podcast for almost 2 ½ years?! Honestly, I am so grateful for the opportunity to talk to so many amazing women who...
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Ep. 49 | Transformation in Motherhood with Whitney Poma, Founder of Momful
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 49. As we all know breastfeeding is not an easy journey for every mama and truth be told a lot of women struggle in the beginning and sometimes longer. Some decide it's not for them and some women...
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Ep.48 | Throwback: Ep. 18 Transition in Motherhood with Mary Clavieres, Owner of Brief Transitions
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 48. This week I decided to do a throwback to episode 18 With the wonderful Mary Clavieres that originally aired on May 20th 2019. I just adore her. She is such an incredible and inspiring woman. If...
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Ep. 47 | Reconnecting to Self in Motherhood with Heather Balogh Rochfort, Freelance writer, Author and Co-Founder of WildKind
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 47. As you all may know, or may not know, I am so passionate about enjoying the outdoors, going on adventures, and sharing that passion with my daughter. It is for that reason and many more that I…
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Ep. 46 | Sleeplessness in Motherhood with Rachael Classi, Founder and CEO of Tiny Earth Toys
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 46. This week I have the honor of being joined by Rachael Classi. Rachael is a passionate environmentalist, mother of two, and is the founder and CEO of Tiny Earth Toys, an educational toy...
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Ep. 45 | Asking for help in Motherhood with Emily Silver, Co-Founder of NAPS + Nurture by NAPS
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 45! This week I am joined by Emily Silver. Emily is a Family Nurse Practitioner, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) as well Co-Founder of NAPS and Nurture by NAPS. She...
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Ep. 44 | Health in Motherhood with Jaren Soloff, Registered Dietitian, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Author of The Postnatal Cookbook
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 44! This week I am joined by the wonderful Jaren Soloff! Jaren is a Registered Dietitian and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) who serves as an expert in women’s health....
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Ep. 43 | Determination in Motherhood with Jamie Lieberman, Owner and Founder of Hashtag Legal
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the so you had a baby podcast, I am your host Krista and this is episode 43! This week's guest is Jamie Lieberman and I have been wanting to have her on for a while! She is a Lawyer, a business owner, host of a podcast, mama to two boys and I feel like I could just keep...
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Ep. 42 | Pelvic Health in Motherhood with Physical Therapist Marina Castellanos
Hello hello! And Welcome back to the So You Had A Baby podcast, I am you host Krista and this is episode 42! This week I am joined by the wonderful Marina Castellanos. Marina has been a physical therapist in Westchester, NY for 20 years. She specializes in pelvic health for women and children. As…
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Ep. 41 | Nourishment in Motherhood with Naturopath and Nutritionist, Dr Angela Potter
Hey Mamas! Welcome back to the So You Had A Baby podcast episode. 41. This week I am thrilled to be joined by Dr. Angela Potter. Dr. Potter is a leading holistic doctor supporting mothers in their healing process after birth. After the birth of her first baby, she came face-to-face with the...
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Ep. 40 | Acupuncture in Motherhood with Licensed Acupuncturist Danielle Melanson
Nkiru: Hey mamas welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 40! Today we are joined by Danielle Melanson. Danielle received her master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in Portland, Oregon. She is a member of the...
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Welcome Back Mamas!
WELCOME BACK! After a long break, the So You Had A Baby Podcast is back! In this little bonus episode share some updates on both Nkiru and I, as well as what to expect moving forward. As always, I am so grateful for your support and look forward to continue to pour into you and empower you to…
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Ep. 39 | For the Love of Sleep
Krista: Hey mamas! Welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 39! This week we thought we'd cover a topic all moms hold dear to their hearts... SLEEP! We all want it and not many of us get it, so we thought it would be good to talk about all the decisions that keep us up at night!...
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Ep. 38 | Postpartum Body Changes Series - Part Three: The Vagina and Pelvic Floor with Dr. Lisa Jewell
Krista: Hey mamas welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 38! Today we’re finishing off our body changes series with a very important and underserved topic, the vagina and pelvic floor. There’s so many changes that happen in the woman’s body and for many of us, the most impactful...
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Ep. 37 | 14 Self-Love Tips for the Third and Fourth Trimester
Krista: Hey mamas and welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 37. We hope you had a wonderful Valentine’s Day and in honor of the day of love we thought it would be fun to talk about SELF love in your third and fourth trimester! Nikki: Yes, self love can look different in so many...
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Ep. 36 | Perseverance in Motherhood with Camilla Rae, Certified Full Spectrum Doula & Child Sleep Consultant
Krista: Intro: Hi everyone, and welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast Episode 36! We have a wonderful guest today but before we introduce her we wanted to take a moment to express how excited we are to be in our second year of this podcast!! When we originally started this podcast, we just had…
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Ep. 35 | Confidence in Motherhood with Amy Grandia, Owner of Meaningful Beginnings
Krista: Hey Mamas Happy new year! We hope you all enjoyed your holidays as much as we did! We are so excited to be back and officially kicking off our second year of the SYHAB Podcast!! This year we have a lot of great things in store for you! We don't want to give too much away but we have some...
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Ep. 34 | Accepting the Process in Motherhood with Lauren Woodworth & Chandler Lettin, Co-owners of Avyn - Throwback
Hi everyone! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby podcast, episode 34. As promised, we wanted to replay a podcast favorite over the holiday. Today, we're replaying our interview with Lauren Woodworth & Chandler Lettin, co-owners of Avyn. These ladies are AMAZING and created a product that is nothing...
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Ep. 33 | EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT, End of Year Chat & Tips for Newly Postpartum Mamas in the Winter
Hey everyone! Welcome to episode 33 on the So You Had a Baby podcast! Today, we're just going to chat with you guys and share some of our tips for newly postpartum mamas who had their babies in the winter, plus an exciting ANNOUNCEMENT! So stay tuned! --- Our Postpartum Winter Tips & Uses: Nikki:...
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Ep. 32 | Growth in Motherhood with Megan Caldwell - Throwback
Hi everyone! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby podcast, episode 32. This week we decided to replay one of our most popular episodes, Growth in Motherhood with Megan Caldwell. Megan is a powerhouse in every sense of the word, and we are just so excited to share her interview with you guys again. Of...
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Ep. 31 | Postpartum Body Changes Series - Part Two: Boobs (TMI)
Nikki: Hi everyone, and welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast episode 31! Today we are continuing our Postpartum Body Changes series, this time talking all about boobs. Yep. All about boobs, changes, and the science behind it all, as well as our own experiences that we had. (Some of which...
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Ep. 30 | Epiphanies in Motherhood with Ren Johns, Founder of PDX Waitlist
Hello and welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 30! This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Ren Johns. Ren is a teacher, mom of 2, and founder of PDX Waitlist. She helps families in the Portland-Metro area find child care through classes and family consults so that every...
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Ep. 29 | Postpartum Body Changes Series - Part One: Stretch Marks
Krista: Hello and welcome back to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 29! We all know that there is a lot of change that happens in our body during pregnancy and after giving birth. These changes can affect us physically and emotionally as we transition into motherhood, and because of that, we...
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Ep. 28 | The Truth about Postpartum - What We Wish We Knew
Hello everyone, and welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 28! Today, we are going to share the truth about postpartum and what we wish we knew, and maybe a little TMI so don’t judge us, but also you’re welcome because someone has to say it. We know there will be someone listening that...
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Ep. 27 | Our Postpartum Care Tips
Krista: Hi everyone, welcome back to the So You Had a Baby podcast episode 27! This week we are sharing our top three postpartum care tips and though three each doesn't seem like a lot, we each found these things to be so important in our postpartum recovery. We hope you enjoy this episode and…
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Ep. 26 | Accepting the Process in Motherhood with Lauren Woodworth & Chandler Lettin, Co-owners of Avyn
Nkiru: Hi everyone, Welcome back to the So You Had a Baby podcast episode 26! Before we get started with today’s episode, we wanted to share a sweet review from one of our listeners, jordandiane26. She says, “Listening to this podcast has been so helpful for me as I prepare for my journey into...
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Ep. 25 | Mom Guilt & How to Deal With It - Throwback
Hi everyone, and welcome back to the So You Had a Baby podcast, episode, 25! Last week on IG live we discussed the importance of self-care, what that looks like, and as a mom, how to deal with any guilt that comes along with it. Krista and I both shared our personal experiences and thought what...
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Ep. 24 | How to Not Be Exhausted with Eva Klein, Certified Infant and Child Sleep Consultant
Krista: Hello everyone! And welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 24. Today, we had the pleasure of speaking with Eva Klein. Eva is a mom of 3, a recovering lawyer, a Certified Infant and Child Sleep Consultant, and the owner and founder of My Sleeping Baby and the Sleep Bible…
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Ep. 23 | Identity Shifts in Motherhood with Kate Westervelt, Founder & CEO of MomBox
Nikki: Hello everyone! And welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 23! Today we will be chatting with Kate Westervelt. Kate is the Founder & CEO of MOMBOX and mama to one child with another on the way. MOMBOX is a women’s wellness company on a mission to take better care of new moms...
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Ep. 22 | Staying Positive in Motherhood with Erin Galloway, Founder of Sweaty Mommy Survival & Pump the Bump
Krista: Hello! And welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 22. Today, we are happy to be interviewing Erin Gallloway. Erin is the founder of Sweaty Mommy Survival, Pump the Bump, and mom to a 5 year-old daughter. With over 60,000 social members, she supports moms being active with their...
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Ep. 21 | Mom Bod: How to Own It
Nikki: Hey mamas, and welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 21. Today, we’re discussing mom bod. Yep, we’ve all probably heard the term before, and “sexy” is generally NOT the first word that pops into your head, but the truth is who cares? Krista: Mom bod may look different for...
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Ep. 20 | Diapering Your Child: You Have Options!
Nkiru: Hi mamas! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 20. When it comes to diapering your child, it may be difficult to figure out the best route to take. The truth is, there are options, and you’ll ultimately come to a decision of the option that best fits the needs of your child…
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Ep. 19 | Overcoming Loneliness in Postpartum with Stacey Grumet, Founder & CEO of Paper Pinecone
Nikki: Hello everyone! And welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, episode 19! Today, we had the pleasure of interviewing Stacey Grumet. Stacy is the Founder & CEO of Paper Pinecone, the most comprehensive preschool & childcare directory available. She and her husband have one 4-year old...
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Ep. 18 | Transitioning in Motherhood with Mary Clavieres, Owner of Brief Transitions
Krista: Hello mamas and welcome to the So You Had A Baby Podcast, episode 18! Today, we are joined by Mary Clavieres who is the founder of Brief Transitions, a product based business providing mesh underwear to women after childbirth and surgeries. Mary is also the founder of The Transitions...
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Ep. 17 | Self-Care & Self-Confidence with Jennifer Davidson, Owner of Tumble NW - Throwback
Hello everyone and welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 17! All of us can relate to the need for some self-care and self-confidence, especially as a new mom! Today, we’ll be sharing a throwback that also happens to be our very first interview on the show. In this episode we chat with...
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Ep. 16 | Vulnerability in Motherhood with Shannon Emery, Food Blogger & Creator of Pass Me Some Tasty
Nikki: Hi everyone and Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 16! Today, we’re chatting with Shannon Emery. Shannon is the gluten-free recipe maker, food photo taker, and blogger behind the food and recipe site, Pass Me Some Tasty. She loves crafting tasty recipes and the way delicious...
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Ep. 15 | Courage in Motherhood with Vanessa Huntley, Founder of Vegan Beauty & Sacred Moon LLC
Krista: Hey friends and welcome to the So You Had a Baby podcast episode 15. Today we have the pleasure of interviewing Vanessa Huntley! She is a Mama to her beautiful son Harrison, wife to Emily and the founder of Vegan Beauty and Sacred Moon LLC. She is a hair stylist, massage therapist and...
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Ep. 14 | Change in Motherhood with Attorney, Amanda Gratchner
Nkiru: Hi everyone! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Ep. 14. Today, we are very excited to share with you our interview with Amanda Gratchner. Amanda is a privacy and data security attorney at IdeaLegal, a boutique law firm focused on counseling client’s about business, privacy and...
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Ep. 13 | Letting Go in Motherhood with Fitness Nutritionist, Nicole Darabi
Krista: Hey mamas happy Monday, and welcome to the So You had a Baby Podcast, episode 13. Today we have the pleasure of interviewing Nicole Darabi. In addition to being an amazing woman and mama to a beautiful 18 month old, Nicole is a nutrition coach and blogger with her own adapted meal prep...
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Ep. 11 | Mom Guilt & How to Deal With It
Hey mamas! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 11. We're back! And this week we are talking about something that we feel every mother, whether you’re a brand new mom or veteran mom, can relate to - MOM GUILT! Yep its a real thing! It's the annoying internal nagging voice that makes...
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Ep. 12 | Mom Judgement: Why it Happens & How it Affects Your Parenting Style
Hey everyone! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast Ep. 12. According to fitpregnancy.com, “research confirms that new moms are being judged even more these days.” New studies show that judgement women face as they enter motherhood has increased significantly from the previous generation. In...
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Ep. 10 | Postpartum Expectations vs. Reality - Throwback
Happy Monday mamas! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Episode 10. Today, we’re doing something a little different and taking it back to a podcast favorite and one of our very first episodes - Postpartum Expectations vs. Reality. In this episode we discuss our personal expectations, what...
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Ep. 09 | Our Top 10 Postpartum Must-Haves and Why
Hey mamas! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast Episode 9. Today we thought we’d take a break from our heavy, but fun topics to each share our top five favorite must-have products used in each of our postpartum. We will be sharing why these products made it on our list and why we’d recommend...
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Ep. 08 | Growth in Motherhood with Megan Caldwell, Owner of Fit4Mom Cedar Mill
Nikki: Hey guys! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Ep. 08. In today’s episode, we will be interviewing Megan Caldwell. Megan Caldwell is mom to three busy kiddos (Connor 8, Cameron 5.5 and Charley Jeanne age 3.) She is wife to Bo and owns and operates FIT4MOM Cedar Mill in NW & NE…
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Ep. 07 | Self-Talk & Your Internal Monologue
Hello and welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast, Ep. 07! Today we are going to discuss a topic that is very important in life, and especially beneficial during postpartum, and that is self-talk and your internal monologue. Now, you may be thinking what does that mean? What does that look like?...
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Ep. 06 | Self-Care & Self-Confidence with Jennifer Davidson, Owner of Tumble NW
Hey Mamas welcome back to So You Had a Baby! We could not be more excited to introduce today's guest! We are interviewing Jennifer Davidson, the Owner of Tumble NW! Jennifer Davidson is a native Oregonian and local entrepreneur. She previously worked as a business consultant and has recently…
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Ep. 05 | How to Own Your Body and Not Compare Yourself to Others
Hello to our mama tribe! This week we are going to be chatting about postpartum weight and the body changes that come with being a postpartum mama. Now for some, this is a non topic, and for others this the hardest topic. But what rings true for everyone, is your body goes through a major...
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Ep. 04 | Accepting Your Story Pt. 2 with Nkiru Shevitz
Hi everyone! Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast! Today is about accepting your story Pt. 2, and I will be interviewing non other than our own Nkiru! I am blessed to be able to call her one of my very close friends and besides being a wonderful human with a heart of gold, the most contagious...
About this show
Welcome to the So You Had a Baby Podcast! I am your host Krista Kahmann. On the podcast, you’ll hear honest conversations about postpartum and motherhood. My goal is to change the stigma around postpartum and encourage every mama regardless of where they’re at in their journey. Join me and my incredible guests as we share empowering stories and topics to inspire you to grow and love yourself more in your postpartum.
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