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876. How I’m Preparing for Birth + Postpartum Differently with Baby #2

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Show Notes

In this deeply personal solo episode, Lindsey shares the exact mindset shifts, wellness practices, and daily rituals transforming her second pregnancy experience—and why she’s approaching birth, postpartum + family life differently this time around.

From hypnobirthing + nervous system healing to conscious partnership, Lindsey shares the practices helping her feel more grounded, connected, and prepared for motherhood the second time around. She also opens up about the lessons + emotional shifts about growing a family.

If you’ve been feeling anxious about the future or curious about creating a healthier, more supported pregnancy + postpartum experience—this episode is packed with the kind of honest conversations, wellness tools, and emotional insights every woman deserves to hear.

We also talk about:

The wellness habits Lindsey swears by for pregnancy + postpartum

Why nervous system regulation matters during labor

The foods + supplements supporting fetal brain development

How pelvic floor therapy changed Lindsey’s understanding of birth

Why Lindsey switched to a midwife-centered care model

The emotional reality of preparing for baby #2

How Lindsey + her husband are protecting their marriage through this transition

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