Ditching Unrealistic Expectations: Postpartum Advice from Doula Caitlin Wilder

In this heartfelt episode, I’m joined by the wonderful Caitlin Wilder, a doula who brings so much honesty and compassion to the postpartum space. We’re talking all about what it really looks like after baby arrives—normalizing the hard stuff, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and shifting the focus from baby gear to emotional and mental prep. Caitlin shares such beautiful insights on building a strong postpartum support team and tuning into what you truly need for self-care. This conversation is full of love, truth, and gentle reminders that you’re not alone in this journey. Show Notes HERE ! How to connect with Caitlin: Website Instagram Podcast Links Mentioned: My Essential Birth Course My Essential Birth Postpartum Course My Essential Birth Instagram Don't forget to RATE & FOLLOW the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Leave a Review! ⭐️ Here's how >> On Apple Podcasts Find “Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy” podcast Select “Ratings and Reviews” Click the stars! Select “Write a Review” and tell us what was the most amazing, comforting, eye-opening thing that you loved! On Spotify Find "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" podcast Click the 3 dots "..." Select "Rate podcast" Click the stars and write a quick review! FOLLOW "Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy" so you never miss an episode that makes pregnancy & birth feel easier! Here’s how to do it in just 2 seconds: On Apple Podcasts → Tap the “+” Follow button in the top right corner of the show page. On Spotify → Tap the “Follow” button right under the show titles Let's Connect! Join the Course! https://www.myessentialbirth.com/getstarted Email: hello@myessentialbirth.com . Follow @myessentialbirth on INSTAGRAM !