Are you a new mom or mom-to-be feeling overwhelmed by all the changes—physically, mentally, and emotionally—that come with pregnancy and postpartum? In this powerful episode, Shannon sits down with functional nutritionist and birth doula Sammie Terbrack to reveal what really matters for your recovery, healing, and long-term well-being after birth.

Sammie shares her personal journey from fitness trainer to motherhood and how her own experiences exposed the massive gap in support for women during pregnancy and the postpartum period. Together, they break down the essential strategies every woman needs to feel nourished, strong, and truly supported—no matter where you are on your motherhood journey.

What You’ll Learn:

• The real timeline for postpartum healing—and why “six weeks” is a myth
• Why postpartum recovery starts before you get pregnant
• How your nervous system, stress, and emotions affect your body after birth
• Practical tips for eating and moving your body during each trimester
• How to honor your body’s needs (even when you feel pressured to “bounce back”)
• Creating a birth and postpartum plan that supports both you and your baby
• The impact of generational patterns, trauma, and mindset on your motherhood experience
• Sammie’s advice for thriving through fertility challenges, pregnancy, and postpartum

• Instagram: @sammie.terbrack
• About Sammie
• Email: [email protected]

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