Raw Mama Talks Podcast

Season 2 of Raw Mama Talks begins with an honest conversation about placenta accreta, high-risk pregnancy, and motherhood when things don’t go as planned.In this episode, Ashley is joined by placenta accreta survivor Caroline, who was diagnosed during her second pregnancy. Together, they share a real, thoughtful conversation about fear, uncertainty, birth trauma, survival, and healing.This episode is for anyone who has experienced placenta accreta, a high-risk pregnancy, or motherhood that looks different than expected.Season 2 starts here.If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to follow the show, share it with another mama who might need to hear it, and leave a review so other families can find these stories. Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTikTok: @rawmamatalks Share this with another mama who need to hear it

Whew… what a season it’s been. When I started Raw Mama Talks, I never expected it to grow into the community it has — a space for real, unfiltered conversations about IVF, birth trauma, postpartum, and the unexpected sides of motherhood.In this season finale, I’m taking a moment to pause and reflect — on what made me start, what I’ve learned from these stories, and how sharing my own journey opened doors for so many other mamas to do the same. I’m also talking about what’s next: a little break before Season 2, but don’t worry — Coffee & Confessions will still be brewing. If you’ve been here since episode one, or you’re just finding us now — thank you. Your messages, your stories, your support… it’s meant everything. Season 2 is already shaping up to be bigger, deeper, and full of incredible new voices (and maybe a few surprises).Stay tuned, mama — we’re just getting started. Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTikTok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

Welcome to Raw Mama Talks — a motherhood podcast all about overcoming the unexpected. Hosted by Ashley, an IVF mama and birth trauma survivor, this show dives into real, raw stories of pregnancy, recovery, and rediscovering yourself after everything changes. If you’ve ever felt unseen in your motherhood journey, this space is for you.

Not everyone feels that instant movie-moment bond after giving birth — especially when your delivery doesn’t go as planned. In this episode of Raw Mama Talks, I open up about my own journey with bonding after birth trauma, how long it took, and what I’ve learned along the way. We’ll talk about the emotional side of postpartum recovery, the quiet guilt so many moms feel, and how connection can grow in its own time. Whether your experience was unexpected or simply different than you imagined, this one’s a reminder that you’re not alone — and that love doesn’t always show up on a schedule.Tune in for real, raw, and relatable motherhood stories — the ones we don’t always talk about but so many of us live through.Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTik Tok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

October is Placenta Accreta Awareness Month — and today, I’m sharing my own journey with this life-threatening condition. Placenta accreta happens when the placenta grows too deeply into the uterine wall, and in my case, it led to complications that forever changed my story of motherhood.This episode is about more than my experience — it’s about why maternal health needs greater awareness, conversation, and support. I’ll also share where you can find resources, including the National Accreta Foundation and their online community for survivors and families.If you’ve been impacted by placenta accreta, or you want to better understand the importance of maternal health awareness, I hope this episode makes you feel seen, supported, and less alone.Let’s Connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTik Tok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

Grab your coffee and join me for this week’s Coffee & Confessions, where I share a little more about my personal story with placenta accreta — a serious pregnancy complication. I talk about going through 19 ultrasounds without a diagnosis, the reality of facing the unexpected in motherhood, and how delivering at a specialized hospital saved my life.In this episode, I also discuss why it’s important to raise awareness about accreta, why women should feel empowered to share their stories, and how knowledge can truly save lives. If you’re a mom, mom-to-be, or care about maternal health, this episode shines a light on the realities of pregnancy complications and the importance of speaking up.Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTik Tok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

September is NICU Awareness Month. In this episode, I share my experience as a late preterm NICU mom. Our stay was short, but it left a lasting impact—full of worry, gratitude, and hope.Listen in and, if this story resonates, leave a review or share it with someone who might need encouragement today.Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTik Tok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

In this episode of Raw Mama Talks, Thea and her husband Austin share their small-town pregnancy journey through placenta previa, high blood pressure, preeclampsia, and ultimately, placenta accreta. They open up about what it was like to face these high-risk pregnancy complications with limited medical resources, how they supported each other through the unexpected, and why they’re now passionate about advocating for other families navigating similar challenges. This powerful story highlights resilience, advocacy, and hope after placenta accreta.If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to follow the show, share it with another mama who might need it, and leave a review so more families can find these stories.Let’s connect:Instagram: @rawmamatalksTik Tok: @rawmamatalksShare this with a mama who needs to hear it

This week on Coffee + Confession, I’m sharing our very first trip with the baby—yes, we went to Disney! From planning every detail to packing just her diaper bag, it was a mix of adventure, chaos, and joy. I’ll talk about what went well, what I’d do differently, and a few confessions along the way.We’ll also chat about my cozy morning coffee ritual (Café Bustelo + frothy milk + pumpkin spice, yes, I’m basic ) and a little mom reflection: how Disney’s baby centers are great, but what about family-friendly feeding spaces for all parents?Grab your coffee and join me for a chat about first trips, little wins, and the priceless moments that make it all worth it.Follow me @rawmamatalks and subscribe so you never miss a Coffee + Confession episode!Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

Parenting without a village isn’t easy — and so many of us are living it. In this episode of Raw Mama Talks, I open up about what it’s really like to raise a little one without the built-in support system we often expect. From the heavy moments of isolation to the small lifelines that make it bearable, I’m sharing my honest experience and the ways I’ve learned to cope.Whether you’re navigating motherhood solo or just feeling the gap of not having enough help, this conversation is here to remind you: you’re not alone. Grab your coffee and let’s chat about the reality of doing it without a village.Let’s connect:
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Motherhood rarely looked the way I pictured it. From the challenges of IVF, to a complicated pregnancy, to a delivery and recovery that pushed me to my limits — my journey was full of the unexpected. In this solo episode, I’m sharing the lessons I learned along the way: how I found resilience in hard moments, leaned on small anchors of joy, and gave myself grace when nothing went as planned. If you’re walking through your own unexpected season, I hope you feel a little less alone here.Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

This week on Coffee & Confession, I’m catching you up on life lately — from baby girl’s 4-month check-up (and those dreaded shots) to soaking up all the extra snuggles. I’m also sharing a little mom confession about how overwhelming pediatric appointments can feel and why I had to press pause last week to prioritize family time.If you’re a new mom, navigating postpartum, or just figuring out the messy, beautiful balance of motherhood, this episode is for you. Grab your coffee and join me for an honest, comforting chat about real mom life — the highs, the lows, and everything in between.Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks🎙️ rawmamatalks.com🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

Motherhood is messy, exhausting, and sometimes downright hilarious — and this week, I’m spilling it all. From chaotic spit-up moments to navigating exhaustion with a laugh, Coffee & Confessions 1 is your front-row seat to the real, unfiltered side of mom life.Grab your coffee, get cozy, and let’s laugh (and maybe cry) together — you’re not alone in this. ☕💕Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks🎙️ rawmamatalks.com🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

This week, I’m joined by Rachael — a fellow placenta accreta survivor whose story is equal parts harrowing and inspiring.Rachael shares the day her life changed, the massive hemorrhage that nearly took her from her family, and how donated blood helped save her life. We talk about what placenta accreta is, why it can’t always be detected before birth, and the reality so many women face when the unexpected happens.Her experience fueled her mission to raise awareness, advocate for blood donation, and support other mothers through her work with the Accreta Foundation. She’s also writing a book to reach even more families with her message of hope and resilience.If you’ve experienced a high-risk pregnancy, a traumatic delivery, or you want to understand the life-saving impact of blood donors, this conversation is for you.🎙 Listen in — because sharing our stories can save lives.Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks📧 [email protected]🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear itFor more information on placenta accreta spectrum visit : www.preventaccreta.org

This week, I’m joined by one of my closest friends, Gigi, for a raw and honest conversation about all things postpartum. We’re talking about recovery, emotions, identity shifts, and the moments no one prepares you for. Whether you’re in it, past it, or getting ready for it — this one’s for you.Gigi also shares her own story and offers her Instagram for any mamas who need someone to talk to. You’re not alone in thisLet’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks📧 [email protected]🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear itTo contact Gigi Instagram @master_gigi

In this solo episode, it’s just me and my coffee having a real-time chat about life lately. From the chaos of motherhood to the quiet moments that catch me off guard, I’m sharing what’s been on my heart — the good, the hard, and everything in between.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, under-caffeinated, or unsure what you’re doing… you’re not alone. This is your reminder that you don’t have to have it all together to be doing an amazing job.Let’s talk — no filter, no pressure, just raw mama life.Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks📧 [email protected]🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

In this episode, I’m opening up about my pregnancy, my delivery, and the complications that followed—the parts of my story that truly changed everything.From finding out I was pregnant to navigating unexpected fear, trauma, and a delivery that didn’t go at all as planned… this episode is raw, emotional, and real. I share what it looked like to survive a complicated birth while facing preeclampsia, Bell’s palsy, and an undiagnosed placenta accreta that led to an emergency partial hysterectomy. I also share what healing has looked like in the months since—physically, emotionally, and mentally.If you’ve ever walked through a birth that didn’t match the picture you had in your head—or felt alone in the aftermath of birth trauma or pregnancy complications—this one is for you.This is the last episode where I sit solo with my story. From here, I’ll be bringing on other voices, other mamas, and other journeys.Thank you for being here. I’m so glad you are.💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵Tik Tok: @rawmamatalks📧 [email protected]🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it

Raw Mama Talks is a podcast that dives into the real, unfiltered experiences of motherhood that no one talks about—from infertility struggles and IVF, to pregnancy complications, traumatic births, and the messy, beautiful journey in between. Hosted by Ashley (“Ash”), a mom who’s navigated the unexpected, this is your safe space for honest conversations—the kind you’d have with your best friend over coffee… or wine. Some episodes might be heavy, some might make you laugh, but every story is here to remind you: you are not alone. Come as you are.Episode 1: The Beginning — My IVF JourneyIn this episode, I share the very start of my motherhood story—my journey through infertility and IVF. From the moment we realized we needed help to the emotional rollercoaster of doctor visits, unknowns, and waiting. This episode goes deep into the quiet strength it takes to navigate infertility.If you’ve ever faced infertility, considered IVF, or struggled with the emotional toll of trying to conceive, this episode is for you. Real, raw, and personal—join me as I open up about the beginning of my journey toward motherhood.This is the real beginning of my journey — raw, honest, and deeply personal.Let’s connect:💌 Instagram: @rawmamatalks🎵 TikTok: @rawmamatalks📧 [email protected]🍼 Share this with a mama who needs to hear it