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

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

Author: Krista Williams & Lindsey Simcik June 6, 2024 Duration: 47:46
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

Hosted by best friends Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik, Almost 30 feels like a series of candid, late-night talks with people who genuinely get it. This podcast centers on the messy, transformative journey of navigating your late twenties and beyond, blending heart-centered conversations between the hosts with raw and impactful interviews. Their discussions naturally span modern spirituality, practical health and wellness, fitness, self-improvement, and the complexities of dating and relationships. What you’ll hear isn’t prescriptive advice but rather shared exploration-hilarious, vulnerable, and often surprising. The aim is to create a supportive audio space that challenges listeners to expand their view of what’s possible for their lives. Tuning into this podcast means joining a conversation that fuels a more conscious evolution, offering both laughter and tangible insights for personal growth. Krista and Lindsey build each episode with the intention to empower, making the often-isolating topics of alternative health and personal development feel accessible and deeply relatable.
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