692. The Truth About Postpartum Life: Lindsey on Body Image, Breastfeeding + Mental Health

Time to get real with Lindsey as she brings us on an intimate exploration of her postpartum life. In this episode, Lindsey discusses the struggles of embracing her post-baby body as well as maintaining her mental health in one of the most challenging seasons of her life thus far. Ahead, Lindsey shares a completely new perspective on body image and emphasizes the importance of taking things slowly when returning to exercise. She also shares her experiences with breastfeeding and how to seek emotional support during this transformative period. Join Lindsey as she reflects on the power of self-reflection and open communication in relationships, as well as how she is healing her people-pleasing tendencies. Plus, go behind the scenes of her first vacation with her baby and get all the best travel tips for new parents! We also talk about: Why intrusive thoughts during postpartum are normal The best way to return to exercise after giving birth How relationships require patience, self-reflection + courage Tips for managing people-pleasing tendencies The profound journey of motherhood + learning to trust oneself The importance of flexibility with your baby's schedule during travel Healing old patterns through EMDR + setting boundaries Resources: Instagram: @lindseysimcik Program: Sacredness of Being Single Sponsors: Alo Moves | Join alomoves.com and use code ALMOSTVIP for an exclusive thirty-day free trial, plus enjoy twenty percent off an annual membership. Cymbiotika | Go to cymbiotika.com and use code ALMOST30 for 20% off sitewide. BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/almost30 and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. Ritual | Get 25% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/ALMOST30. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Almost30 . Learn More: almost30.com/learn almost30.com/morningmicrodose almost30.com/courses Join our community: almost30.com/membership facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer . Find more to love at almost30.com ! Almost 30 is edited by Garett Symes and Isabella Vaccaro. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices