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

Send us Fan Mail
 Have you thought about how to mentally prepare for the changes in your body after baby?
In this episode, we will cover:
The importance of acknowledging your body’s changes before they happen.
Why self-compassion is crucial in accepting postpartum shifts.
How to create a mindset that supports a healthy emotional recovery.
… and a whole lot more!
If you’re ready to embrace the changes and feel confident in your postpartum body, then this episode is for you! 
Resources Mentioned:
>>Join the Postpartum on Purpose Community Bible Study
Support the show
>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.
>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhoodpod for more.
>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>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!

Send us Fan Mail
 How do you prepare financially for the life-changing journey of motherhood?
In this episode, I’m joined by Lori Atwood, a financial planner who specializes in helping families feel confident and prepared when adding a baby to the mix. Lori shares her expertise on how new moms and parents can reduce financial stress, create realistic budgets, and align money decisions with the values they want to build their family around.
From maternity leave to unexpected baby expenses, Lori offers simple, actionable steps to help moms feel more in control of their finances—without needing to have it all figured out.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
The most common money mistakes new parents make and how to avoid them
How to create a budget that works in real life (even with unpredictable baby costs)
Simple ways to start saving for the future—even if money feels tight
The importance of financial conversations with your partner before or after baby arrives
How to shift your money mindset to reduce stress and guilt around finances
Whether you’re expecting your first baby or already navigating motherhood, this episode will give you the tools and encouragement to approach your family’s finances with confidence and peace.
Connect with Lori Atwood:
 Website: www.fearlessfinance.com
Follow her on Instagram @fearlessfinance
Support the show
>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.
>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhoodpod for more.
>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>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!

Send us Fan Mail
 Have you ever wondered how to build a postpartum routine that actually works in real life during motherhood without feeling overwhelmed or boxed in?
In this episode, we will cover:
The difference between postpartum routines and rigid schedules, and how to create flexible rhythms in the newborn stage that support both you and your baby
Why building your day around anchors can bring stability and peace when everything else feels unpredictable in new motherhood
How to adjust your expectations as your baby grows from newborn to 12 months so your routine evolves instead of constantly breaking down
My approach to protecting your mental, emotional, and spiritual capacity by intentionally including rest, connection, and time with the Lord in your daily rhythm
Why flexibility and grace are essential for sustainable postpartum routines and how to reset when your day doesn’t go as planned
… and a whole lot more!
If you’re ready to create a realistic, flexible, faith-centered routine that supports your life in motherhood instead of adding pressure, then this episode is for you!
If you’re listening to this and realizing you want more guidance, structure, and support in building your postpartum rhythms—especially in a way that aligns with your faith—I’d love to invite you into my community Bible study, Postpartum on Purpose.

Inside, we talk about real postpartum challenges like routines, mental health, identity, and exhaustion, and we anchor everything in God’s Word so you can apply biblical truth to your everyday life as a mom.
Get all the details here
Support the show
>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.
>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhoodpod for more.
>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>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!

Send us Fan Mail
 Have you ever wondered how preparing for a VBAC or C-section during pregnancy could completely change your birth experience?
In this episode, we will cover:
The reasons many moms choose a VBAC after a previous C-section and how it can impact future births.
Why processing a past birth experience is a powerful step in pregnancy preparation for your next birth.
How to advocate for your birth preferences and create a supportive birth plan whether you have a VBAC or repeat C-section.
… and a whole lot more!
If you’re ready to feel informed, empowered, and prepared for your next birth after a C-section, then this episode is for you!
Connect with Hannah
Follow Hannah on Instagram @thehannahgill
Go to her website: www.thehannahgill.com
Take Her Course: VBAC Is Your Birth Right

Support the show
>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.
>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhoodpod for more.
>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>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!

Send us Fan Mail
As moms, our bodies are not projects to fix. They are part of God’s design, and postpartum healing is a process that deserves care, grace, and support.
If you’ve been feeling disconnected, discouraged, or unsure how to rebuild trust with your body after pregnancy and birth, this episode will give you simple and compassionate steps to begin again.
In this episode, we talk about:
Honoring the physical and emotional journey your body has been through
Starting with small, mindful movements instead of intense exercise
Practicing stewardship of our bodies rather than criticism or perfection
Seeking guidance and support when your body needs extra help healing
These are not steps to rush your recovery. They are invitations to approach your healing with patience, grace, and curiosity.
Join the Postpartum on Purpose Bible Study
If you’re longing for deeper support during postpartum, you’re invited to join my community Bible study, Postpartum on Purpose.
Inside this space, we have honest conversations about the real struggles moms face in postpartum while opening God’s Word together to see how His truth speaks into our mental health, identity, relationships, and healing.
You don’t have to walk this season alone.
Join us here: www.abridgetomotherhood.com/community
Support the show
>>To submit a question for future podcasts, click here.
>>Don’t forget to follow along over on Instagram at @abridgetomotherhoodpod for more.
>>Follow Danielle @mrsdaniellebruner for more everyday life and postpartum doula tips
>>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!