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Feeling Like a Different Person After Having a Baby? An Anthropologist Explains Why
First-time Parents , Mental Health

Feeling Like a Different Person After Having a Baby? An Anthropologist Explains Why

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: July 25, 2026July 24, 2026

Feeling like a different person after having a baby can reflect a real shift in identity, relationships, and support needs. Andrea Ford, PhD, explains why.

Postpartum Identity: Why You’re Not Supposed to Bounce Back with Andrea Ford, PhD
First-time Parents , Mental Health

Postpartum Identity: Why You’re Not Supposed to Bounce Back with Andrea Ford, PhD

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: July 25, 2026July 26, 2026

Becoming a mother can change your relationship with independence, equality, work, family, and your own identity. Andrea Ford explains postpartum identity through an anthropological lens.

How Metabolism Changes After 35 and What It Means for Postpartum Recovery
Body , Nutrition , Recovery

How Metabolism Changes After 35 and What It Means for Postpartum Recovery

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: April 25, 2026June 17, 2026

How Metabolism Changes After 35 […]

Baby Sensory Development and What Most Parents Miss in the Early Months
Childcare , First-time Parents , Mental Health

Baby Sensory Development and What Most Parents Miss in the Early Months

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: April 18, 2026April 14, 2026

Shaping Your Baby’s Brain Most […]

Postpartum Recovery Support Through Honoring the Sacred Window With Christine Eck
Postpartum Support , Recovery

Postpartum Recovery Support Through Honoring the Sacred Window With Christine Eck

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: March 21, 2026June 27, 2026

Fourth Trimester Podcast Episode 162: […]

The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer
Birth , Recovery

The Birth Doula’s Guide to Navigating New Motherhood with Carson Meyer

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: May 31, 2025June 27, 2026

Fourth Trimester Podcast Episode 138: […]

How to Rewrite Your Birth Story and Find Joy After Trauma with Chanti Smith
Birth , Mental Health

How to Rewrite Your Birth Story and Find Joy After Trauma with Chanti Smith

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: March 8, 2025June 28, 2026

Fourth Trimester Podcast Episode 131: […]

How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits with MAMAttorney Daphne Delvaux
Career , Childcare , Maternity Leave

How to Maximize Maternity Leave & Paternity Benefits with MAMAttorney Daphne Delvaux

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: February 8, 2025June 28, 2026

Fourth Trimester Podcast Episode 129: […]

Future-Ready: Boost Your Kid’s Success With These Positive Mindset Practices
Communication

Future-Ready: Boost Your Kid’s Success With These Positive Mindset Practices

by: Sarah TrottPosted on: December 14, 2024June 28, 2026

Fourth Trimester Podcast Episode 124: […]

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Fourth Trimester Podcast

Learn how to set you and your baby up for lifelong health and success by focusing on the decisions that matter most for your family. Hosted by Sarah Trott, a mama dedicated to finding and sharing the best resources that empower parents, and postpartum expert Esther Gallagher, the podcast brings together trusted experts and real-world insights to help you navigate parenting with confidence and clarity

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