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A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum

A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum

De: Danielle Bruner
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A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - is your go-to resource for practical, honest, and empowering advice on navigating the early days of motherhood. Join us as we dive into tips, stories, and expert insights to help you feel supported, prepared, and confident through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.

Host Danielle Bruner is a mom of two, birth and postpartum doula, and your self-proclaimed nerdy millennial big sister, combines relatable stories, practical advice, and evidence-based tips to help you feel supported, prepared, and empowered.

With a no-fluff, holistic approach, we’ll tackle everything from setting boundaries to sleep planning, healing after birth, and finding your identity as a new mom.


This is your space to get real about the challenges of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum while embracing solutions that work for you. So grab a cozy blanket (or your baby’s burp cloth—no judgment here), and let’s dive into the topics that matter most to moms like you.

Here’s what you’ll find in each episode:

  • Preparing for postpartum during pregnancy
  • Navigating birth and recovery with confidence
  • Mental health topics like postpartum depression and anxiety
  • Physical healing, nutrition, and sleep planning
  • Setting boundaries and building a strong support system
  • Partner dynamics and creating a thriving family unit
  • Tips for balancing routines and self-care as a new mom
  • Honest conversations about the ups and downs of motherhood


New episodes drop weekly—subscribe now to take charge of your well-being and thrive in motherhood!

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional for your unique needs.

© 2025 A Bridge to Motherhood Podcast - The New Mom Survival Guide for Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum
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  • 37. Rediscovering Your Identity and Letting Go of Comparison Traps in Motherhood with Nellie Harden
    Jul 29 2025

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    Do you ever feel like you’ve lost parts of yourself since becoming a mom? Like you’re constantly measuring yourself against an impossible standard?

    In this honest and encouraging episode, Danielle sits down with parenting coach and mom of four, Nellie Harden, to talk about identity, self-worth, and the toxic trap of comparison in motherhood.

    Together, they explore:

    • Why so many moms struggle to recognize themselves after having a baby
    • The ways comparison shows up in motherhood—and how to break free from it
    • Simple steps to start rediscovering your unique voice, values, and vision (without guilt)
    • and so much more...

    This conversation is a breath of fresh air for any mom feeling lost, stuck, or overwhelmed trying to live up to everyone else’s highlight reel.

    🎧 Tune in now to rediscover your identity and start showing up for motherhood—and yourself—with confidence and clarity.

    Connect with Nellie:

    Website: https://www.nellieharden.com/

    Instagram: @nellie.a.harden

    Resources Mentioned:

    >>Be Her Village - Registry for support services

    >> Get Out Of Your Head: Stopping the Spiral of Toxic Thoughts by Jennie Allen

    >>Episode #18 Realistic Self-Care for Moms through Journaling with Abby Dosen

    Support the show

    >>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.

    >>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhood for more.

    >>Visit our website: www.abridgetomotherhood.com

    Leave a Review
    If you love the podcast, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from.

    After you review the show — take a screenshot and upload it here — so I can send you some happy mail with a little surprise as a thank you.

    Your feedback means so much to me and helps us reach new moms who desperately need to hear that they are worthy of support!

    Disclaimer: Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, including Amazon links. This means I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you—if you make a purchase through them. Thank you for supporting the show!

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  • 36. How to Avoid Comparison Traps on Social Media as a New Mom
    Jul 22 2025

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    Have you found yourself comparing your motherhood journey to what you see on social media?

    In this episode, we will cover:

    • The impact social media can have on your mental health as a new mom.
    • Why comparison can undermine your confidence and how to break free from it.
    • How to curate your social media feeds to support your well-being.
    • … and a whole lot more!

    If you’re ready to stop the comparison game and embrace your unique motherhood journey, then this episode is for you!

    Resources mentioned:

    >> Get the FREE Postpartum Mental Health Toolkit: A Resource Guide for New Moms @ www.abridgetomotherhood.com/toolkit

    Support the show

    >>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.

    >>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhood for more.

    >>Visit our website: www.abridgetomotherhood.com

    Leave a Review
    If you love the podcast, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from.

    After you review the show — take a screenshot and upload it here — so I can send you some happy mail with a little surprise as a thank you.

    Your feedback means so much to me and helps us reach new moms who desperately need to hear that they are worthy of support!

    Disclaimer: Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, including Amazon links. This means I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you—if you make a purchase through them. Thank you for supporting the show!

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    17 m
  • 35. Simple Ways to Improve Your Relationship After Baby with Brittany Keating
    Jul 15 2025

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    Bringing a baby into the world changes everything—including your relationship.

    In this episode, I had the honor of talking with Brittany Keating, a licensed marriage and family therapist, about the real-life challenges couples face in the postpartum season—and the simple, practical ways to strengthen your relationship through it all.

    Whether you're feeling disconnected from your partner or just trying to survive the sleepless nights together, this conversation will remind you: you're not alone, and there's a way forward.

    In this episode, we cover:

    • Why relationships feel harder after having a baby
    • How to start tricky conversations without it turning into a fight
    • Simple tools to help moms feel seen, heard, and supported
    • How to ask for what you need without guilt
    • Ways to reconnect with your partner during the postpartum season

    Connect with Brittany:

    Learn more about her counseling practice: Evolve Counseling - Amherst, OH

    Email her: brittany@evolvecounselingohio.com

    Follow Evolve Counseling on IG

    Follow Evolve Counseling on Facebook

    Support the show

    >>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.

    >>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhood for more.

    >>Visit our website: www.abridgetomotherhood.com

    Leave a Review
    If you love the podcast, please rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you’re listening from.

    After you review the show — take a screenshot and upload it here — so I can send you some happy mail with a little surprise as a thank you.

    Your feedback means so much to me and helps us reach new moms who desperately need to hear that they are worthy of support!

    Disclaimer: Some of the links in this episode may be affiliate links, including Amazon links. This means I may earn a small commission—at no extra cost to you—if you make a purchase through them. Thank you for supporting the show!

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    38 m
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