The mental load of motherhood is more than just a to-do list. It is the invisible, relentless work of running a household, managing family life, and carrying the emotional weight of it all. And for moms already navigating postpartum depression or anxiety, this load can feel crushing.

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold sits down with Laura Cunningham, CEO and co-founder of Ava, an AI-powered household concierge designed to lighten the cognitive and emotional burden of modern parenting.

Together, they unpack why the mental load feels so heavy, how decades of societal change have stacked expectations on mothers, and how technology can give moms back time, energy, and peace of mind.

You’ll learn:

• What the mental load really is and how it impacts maternal mental health, relationships, and child wellbeing.
• How societal and cultural shifts over the past 75 years have made modern motherhood overwhelming.
• Why simply asking for help isn’t enough and how to rethink support systems.
• How AI tools like Ava can take real tasks off your plate and help you reclaim your time.

You’ll leave with validation, hope, and practical ideas for reducing your mental load so you can focus on what matters most.

Learn more about Ava at hiava.xyz.

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

Having a baby can shift everything, including your closest friendships.

In this week’s episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, host Kelly Siebold sits down with licensed therapist and best friend Lindsay Carter of LifeShift Therapy to talk about what happens when friendship feels different after having a child. Together, they explore how postpartum depression, identity changes, and emotional overwhelm can create distance between friends, and what it really takes to heal that disconnection.

You’ll learn:
• Why friendships often feel strained after baby.
• What the child-free friend may be experiencing too.
• How to name and express what you need in this new season.
• Tools to repair disconnection and rebuild closeness.
• How to decide who belongs in your village right now.

Whether you’re a mom missing your old connection or you're the friend who is unsure of how to show up, this episode offers honesty, insight, and hope. Listen in for a conversation that’s real, supportive, and full of love.

Learn more about LifeShift Therapy at lifeshifttherapy.com

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

Infertility is more than a medical diagnosis—it’s grief, identity loss, and an often silent strain on maternal mental health.

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold sits down with Dr. Sipra Laddha, MD, mother of four, and co-founder of Luna Joy, a digital mental health clinic dedicated to women’s wellbeing. Together, they shed light on the emotional realities of infertility and why it deserves to be part of every conversation about maternal mental health.

You’ll learn:
• Why infertility grief is unique—and why it’s often misunderstood.
• How IVF and fertility treatments affect mental health and emotional vulnerability.
• The impact of infertility on relationships and how to talk openly with partners.
• Signs it’s time to seek support and how to find the right help.
• How to prepare emotionally for postpartum after infertility struggles.

You’ll walk away with insight, validation, and practical steps to care for your mental health if you’re navigating infertility—or supporting someone who is.

Tune in and know that whatever your journey looks like, you’re not alone—and you deserve care and compassion every step of the way.

Learn more or get support at LunaJoy at hellolunajoy.com.

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

Change may be life’s only constant, but it often feels anything but simple, especially if you're a mom dealing with postpartum anxiety, depression, or the daily weight of overwhelm.

In this episode, Kelly Siebold and Ashley Moore explore how transitions, big or small, can stir up grief, anxiety, and a deep sense of lost control. From moving across the world to handling everyday disruptions like shifting sleep schedules, we discuss why even positive changes can feel challenging and how to find steadiness in uncertainty.

You will learn:

• How to name and validate difficult feelings during transitions.
• Practical ways to focus on what is within your control.
• Strategies for easing change when anxiety, depression, or overwhelm are present.
• Ideas for building small comforts and routines that help ground you during times of change.

Whether you are facing a major life event or simply navigating the endless small transitions of motherhood, join us for compassion, tools, and hope for finding calm in the chaos.

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

What if the anxiety, sadness, or overwhelm you're feeling in postpartum isn’t all of you but just a part of you? And what if that part, whether it's tied to postpartum depression or postpartum anxiety, is actually trying to help?

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, we explore how to meet postpartum mental health challenges with curiosity instead of shame. Annalise Lind, LPCA and new mom, walks us through the Internal Family Systems (IFS) approach and how it can help you bring more compassion to the messy, emotional experience of early motherhood.

You'll learn:

• What IFS is and how to use it when you're feeling anxious or depressed.
• How to respond differently to intrusive thoughts.
• Why your hard emotions are trying to protect you.
• A guided exercise you can use again and again to feel more grounded.

Whether you're struggling with postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, or simply feeling like you've lost yourself, this episode offers a powerful reframe and practical tools to help you move forward with more kindness toward yourself.

Tap play and save this one to revisit anytime you need it.

To connect with Annalise Lind:
Instagram: @steadfastchristiancounseling
Website: steadfastchristiancounseling.com
Annalise’s site: annaliselindcounseling.com

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

Breastfeeding is never just about feeding. It’s physical, emotional, and deeply tied to your mental health.

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold sits down with Judith Nowlin, CEO of Nest Collaborative, and Dr. Larissa Luce, Director of Clinical Services at Nest Collaborative, a Registered Dietitian, IBCLC, and certified perinatal mental health expert. Together, they explore what breastfeeding really looks like in the fourth trimester and how support can change everything.

You’ll learn:
• Why planning for breastfeeding is just as important as birth prep.
• How lactation challenges impact mental health and how to cope.
• What support partners can do that truly helps.
• How to return to work without giving up your feeding goals.
• Why being seen matters more than being perfect.

You’ll walk away with real tips and powerful reminders like how to trust your instincts and why you are doing a great job no matter what your feeding journey looks like.

Tune in and feel supported through the fourth trimester and beyond.

Learn more or book a virtual lactation visit: nestcollaborative.com

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

You prepared for the baby, but did anyone prepare you for what would happen to you?

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Siebold is joined by Nicole Kumi, founder of The Whole Mom, to talk about what it truly means to “birth the mother.” From grief and identity shifts to mental health challenges and societal pressure, we talk about the emotional transformation that happens after childbirth, and what moms really need in the fourth trimester.

You’ll hear:

• Why postpartum grief is common—and not a sign of failure.
• How to track emotional triggers and feel more grounded.
• What to expect from your evolving identity as a mom.
• How to support yourself (or a friend) through this major transition.

Nicole also shares her story of navigating postpartum depression and how she now empowers other moms through coaching, courses, and real community.

If you’re in the thick of new motherhood, or want to support someone who is, this episode is for you. You are not alone in this transformation. And with the right support, you can feel like yourself again.

The Whole Mom Resources: Birthing Her and Fourth Trimester Blueprint

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.

In this episode of Let’s Thrive Postpartum, Kelly Ling, founder of Stork & Spark, joins Kelly Siebold to talk about what so many ambitious moms struggle with but rarely say out loud: how to go back to work after baby with confidence and without sidelining your ambition.

Whether you’re pregnant and planning ahead or already back on the job, this conversation is packed with practical strategies and honest insight to help you navigate career, identity, and mental health with confidence.

You’ll hear:

• When and how to tell your employer you’re pregnant
• How to prepare for leave and your return on your terms
• What to do if you’re struggling with postpartum depression or anxiety at work
• Why your ambition still matters and how to advocate for it
• How to hold boundaries, set expectations, and model leadership for other parents

If you’re building a career and raising a baby, this episode is for you. You do not have to choose between the two and you do not have to do it alone.

Learn more about Kelly Ling at storkandspark.com

Support is just one click away - check out these additional resources designed to support your postpartum mental health:

• Download our free Postpartum Mental Health Plan https://wethrivepostpartum.com/postpartum-plan/
• Learn more about Thrive Postpartum’s virtual support for pregnant and postpartum moms, including virtual support groups, education, expert-led events, and a supportive community of moms who understand your journey https://wethrivepostpartum.com/join
• Email us with a question or postpartum topic you want us to discuss at podcast@wethrivepostpartum.com
• Hit subscribe to never miss an episode.