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Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness70: God's Plan > My PlanFour 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 Wisconsin? Do I regret selling the gym? What's the plan?! In this episode, I give a bit of a life update and really an incredible testimony on what happens when we follow God's plan for our life instead of our own. C...
2026-01-2142 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness69: Fertility Awareness Method with Carly Hartwig @cleanlivingwithcarlyAs 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 holistic strategies. Her mission is to empower women with the knowledge and tools for optimal reproductive health. She is dedicated to enhancing ladies' reproductive health through clean living and education, especially when it comes down to their own menstrual cycle. In this episode, Carly and I discuss all things FAM (Fertility Awareness Method) and how...
2025-11-191h 12Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness68: Pregnancy After Loss - First Trimester RecapPregnancy 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 pregnancy after loss, I hope this episode offers you the hope and encouragement you need! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2025-11-1231 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness67: Screen Time, Toddlers & Autism with Andreina Rosales @toddlertvtrapDoes 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 working towards her pHd and is a researcher of screen time and autism. When her son was born prematurely at 28 weeks, Andreina was motivated to set her son up for success, even if he was behind on certain milestones. This led her into researching screen time...
2025-10-291h 03Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness66: Honoring Pregnancy & Infant Loss Remembrance DayOctober 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. Download the Bible App - Miscarriage/Loss Plans available Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://ma...
2025-10-1524 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness65: Supplements for Every Phase of Womanhood with Ashley RochaLadywell 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 ineffective, outdated, or created by people who didn’t truly understand what women go through.In this episode, we talk all about her personal experience that ultimately led to her creating her own company Ladywell, a supplement company who supports women during every life cycle from trying to conceive, to pregnancy, to post...
2025-10-0134 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness64: How Becoming A Mom Changed My FaithIn 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 - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2025-09-1343 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness63: Finding Faith with Kris CallahanKris 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 went from using drugs and alcohol as coping mechanisms, to now praying every single day and surrendering her life to be a follower of Jesus. Time Stamps: 0:00 - Bio & childhood upbringing6:00 - Thoughts about religion gro...
2025-08-2940 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness62: 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 and caring environment. Alpha helps bring people together while providing the chance to encounter Jesus."In this episode, I talk about my personal experience with Alpha as well as the key takeaways from several others who have also attended. Alpha Resources:
2025-08-2431 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness61: Healing Birth Injuries with Visceral Manipulation with PT & Doula Stefanie McMillinStefanie 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 women’s health, including conception, fertility, pregnancy, labor, recovery, and beyond.The technique of visceral manipulation works to restore the normal motion that happens around the organs and tissues around it. Simply put, with this therapy Stefanie has healed countless postpartum issues like prolapse, diastasis and incontinence in a matter of a fe...
2025-08-071h 09Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness60: Coping with Pregnancy LossGrief 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 same time I believe I am being transformed through my pain. I believe that God wastes nothing and although He never wants to see his children hurting, He will use our pain for a purpose. Part of that purpose is talking about my experience in this...
2025-07-3137 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness59: The 5 F’s of Moving Forward with Divorce & Career Coach Ann Runkle LinkerAfter 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 of the 2020 covid chaos, she was laid off from a position that she loved. From there, Forward With Ann was born. As a Certified Divorce Coach and Certified Career Coach, Ann helps men and women make tough decisions related to their marriage or t...
2025-07-161h 08Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness58: My Missed Miscarriage StoryTW: 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 there is help out there for you during your time of grief and hope for you to heal. I am always here as a resource if you need someone to talk to. I am praying for you! Connect with Kristine:Email...
2025-07-0947 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness57: Balancing Business & Motherhood with Katelyn DarkangeloKatelyn 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 years and how it has changed and evolved throughout this time. Resources Mentioned:Fit Is Getting Real Website + LinksKatelyn on InstagramPrevious Mama Project Podcast Episode with KatelynConnect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram...
2025-05-2151 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness56: The "Why" Behind My RebrandWe'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 look forward to bringing even more insightful guests with impactful stories of their own! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive m...
2025-05-0824 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness55: Optimizing Your Hormone Health During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Taryn KellerHave 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 & discover the root cause of their symptoms through functional lab testing. Based on your results, she provides a personalized approach, custom nutrition plan & intentional supplement protocol.Time stamps:Taryn Bio (00:00)Struggles new moms face (05:00)Postpartum depletion (10:00)HTMA vs Bloodwork (13:00)Birth control as symptom management (18:00)Your first postpartum...
2025-01-2954 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness54: Returning to Fitness with ProlapseGetting 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 pre-natal visits yet not one single visit is dedicated to the health of our pelvic floor & core and how they can be impacted during these seasons. In this episode, I discuss my personal experience with a double prolapse diagnosis (grade 2 cystocele and grade 1 rectocele) and how...
2025-01-1540 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness53: Toddler Feeding & Picky Eating with @theminimedietitian Kathy O'BryanDo 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 is for you! I talk to Kathy O'Bryan, a Pediatric Dietitian, all about toddler feeding and why most toddlers aren't actually "picky," their parents just need to be a bit more educated on what to do and not do at the table. ...
2025-01-0152 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness52: 5 Ways to Combat Holiday Overwhelm & OverstimulationAttending 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 mental load when it comes to doing it all, and we don't have to! In this episode, I give some practical tools to implement to combat holiday overwhelm! Give it a listen!Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! Thank you for your continued support of the show, I appreciate every single listener!
2024-12-1924 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness51: Dog & Tot Safety with Aileen CroninBringing 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, I talk with Aileen Cronin, a dog trainer and the founder of The Baby Pack Leader. If you are bringing a new baby home with dogs or planning on adding a new dog to your family with kiddos, this episode is for you!
2024-12-0656 min
The MFS Wellness PodcastEpisode 92 - Birth Injury and Pregnancy Coaching (with Kristine Ziffra)In this episode, Mike welcomes birth injury/prolapse coach, Kristine Ziffra for an in-depth discussion on the challenges and changes women face throughout the pregnancy process. Kristine provides a background on her certification and services, we go over the different phases of pregnancy for women, the optimal diet and training in each trimester and postpartum, as well as the birth injuries (such as prolapse) that may occur during child birth, affecting the recovery process for the mother. A fantastic discussion where A LOT is learned. Thank you, Kristine! Contact Kristine:Podcast: "Mama Project Podcast"
2024-11-221h 04Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness50: Extended Breastfeeding & Toddler Weaning with Erin HarrisWhen 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 then your baby hits the big ONE and there's no sign of them wanting to stop. Well this is new? Now, I'm nursing a toddler?! In this episode, I talk with Erin Harris who is Lactation Educator and host of the "Weaning It" podcast. We talk about w...
2024-11-2055 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness49: 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 - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2024-11-0642 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness48: The Impact of Parenting on Relationships with Autumn FowlerThis 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, etc? Then this episode is for you! In this episode I talk to Relationship Therapist & Coach, Autumn Fowler of @thenestcounselling_ about the following topics. About Autumn (00:00) How to prepare your relationship for parenthood (02:00) Common struggle couples face (04:00) The roommate phase (06:00) Intimacy & Sex as new parents (11:00) Feeling shame (15:00) Frequency of Sex...
2024-10-3148 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness47: CrossFit During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Katie BacarellaKatie 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 this episode we talk all about how to adjust workouts during pregnancy, what a postpartum return to exercise timeline looks like and more. Time Stamps:Katie bio (00:00)CrossFit during pregnancy in 2017 (10:00)Intention & removing exercises that don't feel good (15:00)1st birth experience & dealing with po...
2024-10-1654 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness46: "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 baby. Yes, some women return to their pre-pregnancy jeans at 3 months postpartum. And that is amazing for them. But they are exceptions, and not the rule.Here's why...Birth Story: https://youtu.be/71Klp5WuLM8Postpartum Journey...
2024-10-0235 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness45: Homeschool - Setting Yourself Up for Success with Nicole AngelesNicole 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 StampsWho was Nicole before kids? (00:00:00)Homeschool philosophy & starting her family (00:05:00)Why Homeschool? (00:8:00)Homeschool curriculum & learning types (00:15:00)Is there homework? (00:25:00)Homeschool legal rules by state (HSLDA) (00:31:00)Charter school vs co op vs umbrella schools (00:40:00)Travel homeschool (00:50:00)Q&AWhat if you don't have experience working with kids? (00:51:00)What if you aren't the best at academics yourself? (00:55:00)What...
2024-09-251h 36Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness44: Our Potty Training ExperienceAt 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 training process at 20 months, a friend recommended the book "Oh Crap, Potty Training" by Jamie Glowacki, which I listened to on audible at followed to a T. In this episode, I talk all about our personal potty training experience including:
2024-09-1837 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness43: "Oh Crap, Potty Training" with Author Jamie GlowackiPotty 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 of "Oh Crap, Potty Training" and "Oh Crap, I Have a Toddler." You can find Jamie's work at www.jamieglowacki.com and follow her on IG @jamie.glowacki.Time Stamps:Bio & how Jamie became the "poop lady" (00:00) Potty training in...
2024-09-0454 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness42: 10 Parallels in Motherhood & FitnessI'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 interconnected fitness and motherhood are! If you are a mother who lives fitness, this episode is for you! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly em...
2024-08-2839 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness41: Adjusting Your Expectations in Motherhood with Lauren MullikinMotherhood 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 fellow P&PA coach Lauren Mullikin about this very topic and what Moms can do to navigate this season of life.Key Topics:Lauren's bio & journey (00:00)SPD during pregnancy (20:00...
2024-08-211h 08Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness40: Motherhood is Not a CompetitionOur 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 I'm terrified that they will choke. The list goes on and on. In this episode, I go against the grain and talk about how motherhood is NOT a competition, unlike everything you see on social media.
2024-08-0737 min
DEATS with Deanna: Discussions around Food & Entrepreneurship125. Birth Trauma and Losing Ourselves in Motherhood w/ Kristine @birth.injury.coachToday's episode features an inspiring and candid conversation with Kristine Ziffra, a dedicated mother, business owner, and postpartum coach. Kristine shares her journey of motherhood, managing her business, and overcoming a traumatic birth experience. Kristine reveils her physical and emotional recovery, emphasizing the significance of breath work, strength training, and the support of a community. We also explore her transition to online coaching and how she passionately helps women with prolapse. Don't miss her incredible story and tips for balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, helping you always remember that you are stronger than you think and are capable of achieving greatness. T...
2024-07-2236 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness39: Navigating Fitness, Business & Life After Loss with Ashton KoehlmoosAshton 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 inspiration to so many and I really hope you feel her passion come through when you listen to this episode!You can find more about Ashton by heading to her IG @resilient.mama.fitness or her webiste www.resilientmamafitness.com.
2024-06-2658 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness38: Five Truths About ProlapseIn 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 interested in applying to my program the Mama Method, follow this link: https://bit.ly/mamamethodapp2Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@m...
2024-06-2022 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness37: Stillbirth Support & Prevention with Liz O'DonnellTW: 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 honoring her daughter's life by creating the charity Aaliyah in Action. Follow Liz on IG @elizabethmayce and @aaliyahinaction and find more information at aaliyahinaction.org. Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Cha...
2024-06-1253 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness36: Why Women Need Strength TrainingThe 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 importance of strength training not only for muscle mass but also bone density as you age! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https...
2024-05-2923 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness35: Red Flags in Pelvic Floor PT with Sapna PatelRegardless 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 sure you are getting the quality care you deserve! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2024-05-1543 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness34: Every Season Serves a PurposeIf 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 experiences and talk about where I am at in my current season of life and how I really got here, professionally and personally. Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.you...
2024-05-0132 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness33: Encouraging Young Females to Stay Active Through "Girls Who Lead" with Katie DoerksenWe 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 confidence drop by 30%. So what can we do about it? In this episode, I talk to fellow P&PA coach Katie Doerksen about what she is doing about it in her own community with a program she developed called "Girls Who Lead." ...
2024-04-2450 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness32: What Rehab Looks Like Before Your 6 Week Postpartum VisitAround 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 do before your 6 week visit, signs & symptoms of intolerance to look for and when it would be appropriate to return back to the activities that you love whether thats CrossFit, Orange Theory, Running etc. Connect with Kristine:...
2024-04-1729 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness31: Baby Led Feeding with Edwena Kennedy from My Little EaterStarting 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 insightful information on this very topic! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2024-04-0358 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness30: 8 Lessons Learned in 8 Years of EntrepreneurshipI 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 the highs and lows of entrepreneurship that I've learned these past 8 years and the important lessons I've gained along the way. Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel...
2024-03-2734 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness29: Common Causes of Miscarriage with Holly CovasHolly 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 can request, how to advocate for yourself, and more! You can find Holly on IG @ms_calitan or email Holly.Covas@vumc.org. Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.co...
2024-03-2035 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness28: Tips for Traveling with Your Baby/ToddlerTraveling 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: https://bit.ly/3wKKnp6Here are some of the links for the recommendations I made during the episode:(affiliate links present)Travel Stroller: https://a.co/d/hTNQLQyBoppy Carrier: https://a.co/d/c5...
2024-03-0624 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness27: Matrescence & Being a Millennial MomWhen 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 Millennial Mom vs our Baby Boomer moms. Travel Packing List: https://bit.ly/3wKKnp6Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails...
2024-02-2829 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness26: Building a Brand While Raising Babies with Brianna BattlesBefore 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 local Crossfit gym. Throughout her own experience & coaching, she was really disgruntled by the lack of information available for pregnant and postpartum athletes. Struggling with her own mental health and a misdiagnosed diastatsis recti, she ultimately became who we all needed in developing the first edition of the Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coach Course w...
2024-02-211h 07Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness25: The Highs & Lows of Body ImageThere'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 the highs I experienced with my body image during pregnancy, and the low of lows postpartum. While we all have unique experiences of our own journeys, I hope that some of what I shared will resonate with you in some way.
2024-02-0740 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness24: A Dad's Perspective with Matthew ZiffraProviding for your family and being a present father isn't is, but this guy makes it look good! I was able to convince my husband to come on the show to talk all about his perspective of pregnancy, postpartum and being a girl dad! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2024-01-2437 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness23: Ironman 70.3 Florida Race RecapI celebrated 1 year postpartum last month by doing a 70.3 triathlon in Florida! In this episode, I talk about how I was able to rebuild a foundation to be able to train for this race, balancing training and mom life and an overall race recap of my half ironman on December 10th! At the end of the episode, I give a special shout-out to my coaches and support team that got me to both the start and finish lines healthy! Lindsay Jana - my initial pelvic floor PT that helped me...
2024-01-1042 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness22: Coping with Postpartum Depression as an Athlete & Mom of 5 with Katie LarsenPostpartum Depression is raw, real, and often not talked about enough on social media. This can make more moms feel alone and like they are the only ones going through it. In this episode, I talk to Katie Larsen who is a mom to FIVE young children, including her twin boys she had over the summer! She also home-schools the older children! Katie talks about her own personal experience with PPD, when she got help, and how she utilizes her church community, friends, and family to lean on for support.Connect with Kristine:
2023-12-2743 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness21: 5 Lies You Are Told About Breastfeeding (& Happy 1st Birthday Evelynn!)I am so excited and proud to celebrate one year exclusively nursing Evelynn! In honor of that, I decided to record an episode all about breastfeeding! In this episode, I talk about the 5 lies you are told about breastfeeding and also give you some of my best advice on how to be successful in your nursing journey! This episode would be perfect for you if you are pregnant and want to breastfeed your baby, or newly postpartum and having a tough time. But please remember, no matter how you decide to feed your baby you are doing...
2023-12-1331 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness20: The Powerful Impact of Nutrition on Hormone Health with Taryn PerryHave you ever wondered about what "cycle syncing" is all about? Or how you can better adjust your nutrition during peri-menopause or menopause? In this episode, I talked with holistic nutrition expert Taryn Perry all about how adjusting the way you eat can have a huge impact on your hormone health. If you are trying to conceive, struggle with painful periods, or are going through "the change" you won't want to miss out on this episode!Resources Mentioned:Episode 6: From Employee to Entrepreneur: How to be a Boss Mom with Taryn PerryTaryn Perry
2023-11-2954 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness19: Postpartum Return to Exercise TimelineWhen can I do {insert whatever exercise} postpartum? In this episode, I talk about what a realistic return to exercise postpartum looks like in the first 0-12 months. Please keep in mind that these are rather general recommendations and don't take into account your unique birth circumstances or situations. If you are dealing with any pelvic floor or core dysfunction postpartum, please seek out a pelvic floor physical therapist in your area and a P&PA (pregnancy & postpartum athletcism) coach that can perform assessments to help your healing process!Connect with...
2023-11-1523 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness18: Sleep Training Secrets with Pediatric Sleep Consultant Maddie GaffneyIn this episode, I talk all about the infamous topic of "Sleep Training" with Pediatric Sleep Consultant Maddie Gaffney, or @swiftlytosleep on IG. We talk all about what sleep training is and isn't, the difference methods of sleep training, what are some good sleep habits you can start the moment you can come home from the hospital and more!If you are a pregnant or new mama who wants to know more about infant sleep or you are struggling with sleep in your home, don't hesitate to contact Maddie! She works 1:1 with families and will always do...
2023-11-0159 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness17: Coaches Need Coaches - Olivia's Journey with Prolapse and Postpartum DepressionOlivia Dykes is a fellow Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism coach and we met just over a month ago at the live coaching seminar in Boise, ID. We instantly bonded over our birth stories and prolapse symptoms. Even having a fitness background, Olivia hired a coach at 18 months postpartum when she had finally had enough and decided to get the help she truly needed to heal. You can find Olivia on Instagram @livwell.coaching and her website oliviadykescoaching.com!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.c...
2023-10-1847 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness16: Losing & Finding Yourself Again in MotherhoodDo you feel like you lost a bit of yourself when you became a Mother? Like all these things you thought you wanted or loved or were important to you, suddenly weren't as important?Motherhood is a trip. One minute you think you'd never want to be a stay-at-home mom, the next minute you're doing everything in your power to stay home more. We all go through it. And there's a name for it. Becoming a Mother is a journey and we are constantly experiencing everything for the first time. There's no right or wrong...
2023-10-0426 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness15: The Importance of Chiropractic & Pelvic Rehab with Dr Erin DucatIn this episode, I am joined by Dr. Erin Ducat, Sports Chiropractor with a specialty in Pelvic Rehab. We talk all about her personal experience with pelvic floor dysfunction after her sons and how it led her to become who she needed to get back to the athletic performance she craved and desired! Erin also helped me tremendously during my own prolapse journey and gave me the confidence, support, and strength to pursue training for my next 70.3! Erin's clinic is located in Bloomingdale, IL and you can find her at www.ducatchiropractic.com!
2023-09-2042 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness14: All About POP (Pelvic Organ Prolapse)In this episode, I talk all about my personal experience with POP with Katelyn Darkangelo. If you are suffering with POP or any other postpartum complication, please don't hesitate to ask for help! You can and WILL return to doing all the things you love, it just takes time, patience and a willingness to never give up even when symptoms appear again out of nowhere!Thanks for listening! Please share with a fellow mom friend and leave a review!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram...
2023-09-0641 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness13: Fitting Fitness into Mom LifeMotherhood is such a rewarding, challenging, wonderful journey. When you are a new mom, there are so many changes to get used to! Your schedule is not 100% your own anymore and every day you navigate feeding schedule, naps, etc! Finding time to work out becomes like a jigsaw puzzle! But it can happen! In this episode, I share different strategies and options that might work for you on how and where to get workouts in when you are a busy mom!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth...
2023-08-2333 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness12: Racing During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Katie MakrisIs it still safe to race while you're pregnant? How soon after having a baby should you sign up for your next race?In this episode, I interview fellow P&PA coach Katie Makris, owner of Pursuit Endurance! Six years ago, Katie struggled to find trustworthy information on how to keep swimming, biking, and running through pregnancy and postpartum. Now she created the programs that many women follow and trust to keep them going to the finish line! If you are a triathlete/runner and curious how you can keep racing safely while you are...
2023-08-0943 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness11: When It's Time To Get A Second OpinionAre you getting the help you deserve from your provider?In this episode, I talk all about the issues we go through as females and not being supported by our doctors, physical therapists, and/or coaches and what steps need to be taken so that we can get the care and treatment we deserve!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-07-2619 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness10: Running During Pregnancy & Postpartum with Pelvic Floor PT Dr. Carrie Pagliano"What you resist, persists."Dr. Carrie Pagliano is a Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist in the Washington DC area and has dedicated her profession to working with pregnant and postpartum athletes. When she became plagued with pelvic floor issues after her birth experiences, she became a trailblazer to figure out how exactly she was going to get back to doing all the things she loved, including running! In this episode, we discuss the dos and don't of running during pregnancy and postpartum and the messy grey area in between. If you are an avid or even...
2023-07-1249 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness9: Paradigm Shift - Raising Daughters to Take Up More SpaceAre you a mom raising a daughter? Then this episode is for you! I talk all about the paradigm shift that I see happening today - exercise as a means to lose weight vs increase strength, demonizing food vs seeing food as fuel! Moms are the nucleus of the entire family unit. When we begin to change the narrative at home, we become a better, healthier society overall! Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive...
2023-06-2820 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness8: The Truth About Postpartum Recovery with Katelyn DarkangeloKatelyn Darkangelo is a fellow Pregnancy & Postpartum coach, owner of FIGR gym in Michigan and girl mom! In this episode, we talk about all things postpartum including what to do and not do the first 6 weeks, how your 6-week checkup doesn't mean you should jump back into your pre-pregnancy workouts, and when you'll actually feel "normal" again.If you are pregnant or postpartum and eager to get back to feeling more like yourself in the gym again, you need to listen to this episode! We keep it real! No sugar coating here and as two athletes we...
2023-06-1455 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness7: Vagina Bootcamp - How I Am Healing My Pelvic Floor After Severe Tearing & Prolapse DiagnosisIn this episode, Kristine discusses her postpartum healing journey after suffering significant birth injuries & prolapse diagnosis. Birth Story - https://youtu.be/71Klp5WuLM8Postpartum Journey - https://youtu.be/L4ph4mjKXDAConnect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-05-3126 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness6: From Employee to Entrepreneur: How to be a Boss Mom with Taryn PerryWe have a special treat for you all today! I want you to meet my good friend Taryn Perry! Taryn and I met through a coaching group and totally hit it off with all the different things we had in common! In this interview, Taryn talks about how her career has evolved throughout her season of motherhood!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-05-1741 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness5: Debunking Pregnancy & Postpartum MythsIn this episode, Kristine debunks different myths and bad advice you might have been giving during pregnancy and postpartum!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-05-0342 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness4: Infertility & Ironman with Jacqui Giuliano: An Athlete's Journey from IVF to Her 8th Kona Finish at 3 Months Postpartum...with Twins!!!If you have or are currently struggling with infertility, you have to listen to today's episode! Jacqui Giuliano is a wife, teacher and Ironman triathlete who struggled to get pregnant for 5 years! She talks all about her journey with infertility, IUI and finally the IVF transfer that brought her twin baby boys into the world! We also discuss the postpartum journey that got her back to the Ironman World Championships!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my...
2023-04-191h 03Mama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness3: Motherhood Expectations vs RealityWe all experience immense changes when we become mothers. Motherhood impacts you physically, socially, emotionally, hormonally, etc. In this episode, I talk about my own personal experience with pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood. I touch on what I expected my experiences to be like in comparison to what I actually experienced. Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy the show!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com...
2023-04-1937 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness2: Professional Mom with Kerri Gaspari: Mom of 5 Discusses Her Motherhood JourneyKristine's mom, Kerri Gaspari, talks about her journey throughout motherhood, the highs and lows, good and bad and everything in between!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-04-1947 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, Fitness1: Why Mama Project ExistsWelcome to the Mama Project Podcast where we discuss all things pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, parenting, and beyond!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-04-1932 minMama Project Podcast | Faith, Family, FitnessWelcome to the Mama Project Podcast!Welcome to the Mama Project Podcast where we discuss all things pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood, parenting, and beyond!Connect with Kristine:Email - kristine@mamaprojectllc.comInstagram - @birth.injury.coachYouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@kristine.mamaprojectSubscribe to receive my weekly emails - https://mamaproject.myflodesk.com/mailinglist
2023-04-1602 min
Tiff's TalesInjuries and Mindset Part 2Kristine Ziffra, a coach, an athlete, and owner of Mama Project, talks about her two ACL tears during a sport she loved to play- volleyball! Listen to her story and how she relates both experiences to her mindset during different time periods of her life. Hear how she navigated the same injury and how she did an Ironman 2 years after her second ACL tear! Her story gives a sense hope that anyone going through any injury; that you can get through anything, it just takes time and patience to create resiliency. Thank you Kristine for being a guest on Tiff's...
2023-03-2030 minTiff's TalesInjuries and Mindset: Part 1Tiffany begins to talk about some injuries she has, how they happened and what she has done to be proactive that they will not happen again. She talks about some hard drinking truths, being 34 and not 24 anymore, and how she realized drinking was not for her either; that being an athlete means more to her than drinking and partying. She goes on to talk about her fixed mindset vs. growth mindset and how she is stuck in a spiral of negative self talk. Listen to some ways she is changing her mental attitude and her life!Tiffany also...
2023-02-2318 min
Unleash The Champ Leadership Podcast103. Navigating Change: An Entrepreneur in the Women's Health Industry w/ Kristine ZiffraKristine has been working in the fitness industry for 13 years. She has experience working with individuals of all fitness levels and loves helping her clients become better versions of themselves. As a former gym owner, she knows the meaning of hard work and that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. She has recently refocused her business to accommodate a very special population. Her mission is to help mamas rediscover their identity during pregnancy and postpartum to experience their strongest childbirth and accelerate postpartum recovery. @kristine.adele.fit Unleash the Champ Leadership Podcast i...
2023-02-0627 min