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Empowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenPostnatal Depletion: Understanding the Causes and Getting Back in Balance (Feat. Alison Percowycz, MSN, FNP-C, IFMCP)This episode of Empowering Postpartum was fire 🔥!!! Family Nurse Practitioner and founder of Wild Rice Wellness Alison Percowyzc - joins me to geek out about our shared passion of addressing Postnatal Depletion - a group of symptoms (physical, mental, and emotional) that can negatively affect new mothers after birth.
Alison shares her extensive knowledge and insight about this very common yet overlooked syndrome that can cause symptoms like:
😴 fatigue
🧠brain-fog
😢 mood swings and more.
Listen to learn more about this critical topic, how to advocate for nutrient testing and how address t...2024-08-2155 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenDiapers to Dollars Stress Free Budgeting for Baby Costs (feat. Alli Williams)In this episode of Empowering Postpartum I sat down to talk with financial expert Alli Williams Founder and CEO of FinanciALLI Focused. We discussed the important and often overwhelming idea of preparing for the financial aspects of having a baby. Alli touched on how to plan ahead for expected and unexpected costs, the importance of proactive financial planning, and creative ways to budget for a new (adorable) addition to your growing family. If you are wanting to enter into your parenthood without the burden of your finances hanging over your head, you need to watch this value-packed episode!
2024-08-0850 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenNavigating Waterbirth: Safety, Options, and Advocacy (Feat. Jennifer Grieco)🌊 In this episode of Empowering Postpartum I had the privilege of interviewing Midwife Jen Grieco Desmarais, CPM, RM about waterbirth.🌊
We discussed the safety and benefits of waterbirth, physiological aspects of babies born in water, and the importance of informed decision-making in birth options. This episode offers valuable information for expectant parents considering waterbirth or seeking a more empowering birth experience. 🤰🌊 🤱
About Our Guest:
With over 15 years of midwifery experience, Jennifer Grieco has dedicated her life to supporting families throughout many of life’s significant events, but especially through the sacred journey of childbirth. Her m...2024-08-0147 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenFrom Partners to Parents: Cultivating Connection While Raising Babies (feat. Brianna & Mark Carey)Listen in to this episode of Empowering Postpartum, where I welcome relationship coaches Brianna and Mark Carey of Intimacy Evolution for a great discussion all about navigating the transition from partners to parents. The Careys share invaluable insights on maintaining connection during the postpartum period, including practical tips for communication, managing expectations, and carving out time for each other amidst the demands of new parenthood.
About Our Guests:
Brianna Carey is a Relationship & Intimacy coach with over 15 years of experience as a sexual health educator. After the birth of her son in 2015, she and her h...2024-07-3148 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenMind, Body, Baby: Preparing for Your Unique Fourth Trimester Journey (Feat. Jo Peters, The Unicorn Coach)In this episode of Empowering Postpartum the inspiring Jo Peters, The Unicorn Coach 🦄 joined me to talk about the importance of preparing yourself for the challenges of the fourth trimester.Some of the key topics we discuss include:✨ How understanding your personality archetypes can help you create a custom postpartum plan ✨How strengthening your relationship with your partner and nurturing your communication is key ✨ The importance of acknowledging the truth that in postpartum you are caring for TWO newborns - YOU and YOUR BABY.
About Our Guest:
Jo Peters (aka the Unicorn C...2024-07-3149 min
The Intimate Marriage Podcast, with Intimacy Coach Alexandra Stockwell, MD187. Navigating Intimacy After Baby: Expert Tips for New ParentsIn this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Alexandra Stockwell, MD unveils the secrets to rekindling passion and maintaining intimacy after baby. Dr. Alexandra is joined by Jessi Sletten from "Empowering Postpartum." Together they dive into the challenges new parents face, particularly in preserving intimacy and emotional connection during the postpartum period. Jessi and Dr. Alexandra explore how vulnerability and intentionality can profoundly impact marital happiness, especially when navigating the complexities of parenthood. They emphasize the importance of non-sexual physical touch, clear communication, and emotional presence in a relationship and share practical strategies to enhance intimacy beyond...2024-07-1756 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenBack to Business: Strategies for a Confident Return to Work After Birth (Feat. Tara Moler)In this episode of Empowering Postpartum with Jessi Sletten, I had the privilege of speaking with Tara Moler, Leadership and Certified Life Coach and founder of Motherhood Balanced. Tara shares her insights on navigating the transition back to work after maternity leave. From managing working-mom “guilt” to setting effective boundaries for work-life balance, Tara offers practical tips and personal stories to empower new mothers. Listen in to discover strategies for prioritizing self-care and achieving fulfillment in both your professional and personal life after birth.
About Our Guest:
Tara Moler, a Leadership and Certi...2024-05-3050 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenEmpowering Motherhood: Seeking & Embracing Evidence-Based Support & Education (Feat. The Mama Coach Tiffany Lebano, RN)In this episode Host Jessi Sletten chats with the amazing Tiffany Lebano (aka "The Mama Coach") about the importance of evidence based education and support for new and expecting parents.
Listen in as they discuss important topics like:- the realities of postpartum challenges- the benefits of planning for postpartum before birth- the importance of personalized support- evidence-based resources for new parents and expecting parents.Tiffany and Jessi both share their personal experiences (individually and professionally) and practical advice to empower mothers in their journey through early parenthood.
2024-05-2851 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenReclaiming Motherhood: Rejecting Pain, Weakness, and Leaking as Your "New Normal" (feat. Dr. Anna Towne, PT)In this enlightening episode I had the privilege of chatting with Dr. Anna Towne, Pelvic Floor Therapist and founder of Strong Core Mama We discussed one of the most underserved aspects of postpartum and pregnancy wellness - pelvic floor health. Together, we confront the detrimental "bounce back" culture, advocating for a shift towards holistic well-being over unrealistic timelines. From debunking misconceptions surrounding pelvic floor issues to advocating for individualized recovery milestones and nurturing self-care practices, we hold nothing back when it comes to postpartum recovery! Listen and learn why you do NOT have to accept pain, weakness, and leaking...2024-05-1654 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenRaising Babies and Businesses: Juggling Mom and Entrepreneur Life (Feat. Molly Claire)Are you a new or expectant mom feeling torn between embracing motherhood and pursuing your entrepreneurial dreams? In this insightful episode, postpartum empowerment coach Jessi Sletten is joined by best-selling author and master life coach Molly Claire. They dive deep into finding that sacred balance between raising babies and building businesses. Molly shares hard-won wisdom from her own journey as a mom of three, dismantling the flawed "do it all" mentality and providing real-world strategies to integrate self-care, leverage support systems, and crystalize your vision for an ideal life. Whether you're drowning in postpartum depletion or struggling to juggle...2024-04-2250 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenHope in the Darkness: Keys to Supporting Your Partner Through Postpartum Depression (Featuring Matthew Mangiapane, LMFT)In this candid conversation on Empowering Postpartum with Jessi Sletten, licensed marriage and family therapist Matthew Magiapane opens up about his personal journey supporting his wife through postpartum depression after the birth of their first child. He provides an insightful partner's perspective, offering practical tips for showing up, validating feelings, nurturing communication, and turning toward each other during this challenging transition. Matthew and host Jessi Sletten, a postpartum empowerment coach, delve into the added complexities of navigating perinatal mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the importance of building a support village, embracing imperfection in parenting, and recognizing...2024-04-0956 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenLife After Infertility: The Unexpected Challenges of Navigating Postpartum (Feat. Abbe Feder)This powerful episode dives deep into the emotional journey of infertility and the unexpected struggles that can arise for birthing parents as they transition into parenthood after years of dreaming about it. Infertility Coach Abbe Feder of InCircle Fertility candidly shares her personal story of identity crisis after finally becoming a mother to twins via IVF following six long years of infertility treatments and pregnancy loss. Abbe and Jessi provide an honest look at the disconnect some parents feel from their newborns, the unexpected struggle of letting go of the "infertility identity", and the critical need for more postpartum...2024-03-0849 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenGenerational Healing: Confronting Childhood Trauma as Parents (Feat. Rose Clark)Special Guest: Rose Clark from Love the Way You Parent
In this episode of Empowering Postpartum, host Jessi Sletten interviews parenting coach Rose Clark about the importance of healing from childhood trauma in order to become the parent you aspire to be. Rose shares tools from the Language of Listening™ parenting model focused on validating children's emotions and behavior, identifying their needs, and naming their strengths. A key theme is the parallel process of using these techniques not only with children, but also to "re-parent" ourselves. As Rose notes, we have to give compassion to ourselves first bef...2024-03-0147 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenSweet Dreams: Getting Sleep with a Baby IS Possible! Featuring Paige LeGault & Lindsey Burchfield (Pediatric Sleep Specialists)In this week's episode of Empowering Postpartum, host Jessi Sletten invites Pediatric Sleep Specialists Paige LeGault and Lindsey Burchfield from Parenting Practice of Colorado to explore the elusive world of baby sleep.
With insights on postpartum wellness, partner involvement, and safe sleep practices, this episode offers a comprehensive guide to preparing for and navigating the challenges of newborn sleep while promoting a restful environment for the whole family.
Guest Info:
Paige LeGault & Lindsey Burchfield are friends and sleep obsessed mamas and co-founders of Parenting Practice of Colorado, where they exhausted parents take control...2024-02-1648 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenFrom Trauma to Triumph: The Power of Self Advocacy in Birth & Postpartum PlanningSpecial Guest: Lauren Haxby, L&D RN, Mama of 2
In this episode, Host Jessi Sletten interviews Lauren Haxby, a labor and delivery nurse and mother of two. After a difficult first birth and postpartum period, Lauren worked with Jessi to create a plan to feel more supported postpartum the second time.
Key elements included focusing on her own nutrition, building her community of support, taking time to rest and recover, and finding empowering self-care activities. Lauren says working with Jessi ahead of time was instrumental in having a better postpartum experience.
She emphasizes...2024-02-1249 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenBuilding Emotional Resilience: Uncovering the Hidden Grief of New MotherhoodIn this week's episode, Host Jessi Sletten dives into an often overlooked aspect of new parenthood - the feelings of loss and grief for our former lives. She explores the six common losses new parents face including loss of self, voice and control. These losses parallel those seen in trauma, which birth and postpartum can be. Breaking the silence around this grief is key to normalizing the experience and building resilience. Jessi shares actionable tips for regaining a sense of empowerment amidst the chaos of newborn life, such as naming emotions, prioritizing self-care, and custom postpartum planning. With compassionate...2024-02-0852 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenBaby Proof Your Marriage: Nurturing and Strengthening Your Relationship Before BirthIn this insightful episode of "Baby Proof Your Marriage," Host Jessi Sletten guides listeners through the crucial process of nurturing and strengthening partnerships before the arrival of a baby. Addressing common challenges faced by new parents, the episode emphasizes proactive support, open communication, and the importance of fortifying relationships before parenthood. Jessi offers valuable strategies, resources, and a free guide, "Baby Proof Your Marriage," to help couples navigate the transformative journey of pregnancy and postpartum while fostering a resilient connection. Tune in for expert advice on building a strong foundation and prioritizing self-care during this significant life transition.
2024-02-0447 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi Sletten"Bouncing Back" is BS: How to Nourish and Embrace Your Body After BirthIn this week's empowering episode, we explore the problematic expectation placed on new mothers to "bounce back" to their pre-pregnancy body and life shortly after giving birth.
This compassionate episode encourages birthgivers to nurture themselves during the postpartum period instead of striving to attain unrealistic body ideals. Ditching the bounce back mentality allows space for healing, bonding with baby, and embracing our forever changed post-pregnancy body.
Intro: 0:00
1. Postpartum Expectations and Body Transformation (0:20)
Jessi Sletten discusses postpartum empowerment and its relevance to birth givers.
Problematic expectations of bouncing back after baby for individuals...2024-02-0451 minEmpowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenCrafting the Perfect Postpartum Nest: Setting the Foundation for Healing, Recovery & BondingIntro: 0:00
1. Building an Ideal Postpartum Experience (0:18)
Jessi Sletten guides listeners in visualizing their ideal postpartum experience.
Expectant parents' idealizations versus the raw and challenging reality.
2. Prioritizing Postpartum Recovery and Bonding (3:49)
Emphasis on creating a supportive recovery space over focusing solely on the nursery.
Mindset shift towards prioritizing postpartum recovery and bonding.
Acknowledging childbirth as a transformative and traumatic experience.
3. Creating a Comfortable Recovery Space for New Mothers (9:10)
Preparing for physical and emotional changes of motherhood.
Importance of a "fourth trimester sanctuary" for rest, recovery, and bonding.
Prioritizing privacy for skin-to-skin contact and...2024-02-0447 min
Empowering Postpartum with Jessi SlettenOvercoming Postpartum Struggles - My Journey with Anxiety, Depression & Lack of Support- Empowering Postpartum with Jessi Sletten: Overcoming Postpartum Struggles - My Journey with Anxiety, Depression & Lack of Support (EP 1)
In this episode of Empowering Postpartum, host Jessi Sletten candidly shares her personal journey through the challenging postpartum experience after the birth of her first son and the healing and supported experience of her second postpartum. She opens up about struggling with anxiety, depression, trouble breastfeeding, and more – plus how a lack of societal support and feelings of isolation and shame exacerbated her difficulties.
Jessi reveals the expectations vs. reality of entering motherhood, even for someone educated in child development an...2024-02-0447 min
MOMFITS2 E31 "Preparing for postpartum in pregnancy" Jessi Sletten, CLC, PMH-CYou don’t have to be a martyr to your motherhood!
3 reasons why preparing for postpartum in early pregnancy is THE best time.
Jessi Sletten, CLC, PMH-C is a Postpartum Empowerment Coach who helps new and expectant parents feel as calm, confident, and prepared for their life with their newborn as they do for their birth.Jessi believes that every birthing parent deserves to feel seen, heard, and in control of their postpartum experience and is honored to walk alongside her clients through their journeys. She offers highly cu...2023-11-1550 min
Entering Motherhood: Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum Support83. Planning for Your Postpartum Journey with Jessi SlettenIn this episode we talk with Jessi Sletten about how we can begin planning for our postpartum so that we feel more supported and prepared once baby is here. She really focuses on helping moms learn to thrive rather than just survive in the postpartum period.
During her own personal journey into motherhood she was faced with challenges dealing with breastfeeding so she made sure to properly educate herself on the topic and became certified in lactation consulting so that she can be there for moms facing the same issues she once had.
We go o...2022-02-0737 min
Postpartum University® PodcastBreastfeeding Trauma and Planning for Postpartum with Jessi Sletten EP 21Send us a textFor full show notes go to https://marandabower.com/breastfeeding-trauma-and-planning-for-postpartum-with-jessi-sletten-podcast-ep21/Jessi Sletten is joining us today on the podcast. She is a trauma-informed Postpartum Empowerment Coach, a Certified Lactation Counselor, and a Certified Postpartum Nutrition Coach. She helps moms exchange surviving for thriving through creating holistic postpartum recovery plans focused on healing, nourishing, and bonding.The story that Jessi is sharing today is eye-opening to the trauma you can have during postpartum breastfeeding. She has so much to share about her journey on healing in postpartum after her first...2021-08-1527 min