31 How (& Why) To Prepare For Second Babies (& Beyond!) From A Nurse Mom with Heather Knezic
31 How (& Why) To Prepare For Second Babies (& Beyond!) From A Nurse Mom with Heather Knezic  
Podcast: Mom's Guide to Finding Herself: Rediscovering Identity and Joy in Motherhood
Published On: Mon Mar 10 2025
Description: Do you remember that feeling of total chaos when you had your first baby? You were up all night Googling things like, "Why does my baby sound like a pterodactyl?" or "Will I ever sleep again?" Are you expecting your second, third, or even fourth baby, and wondering if you're truly prepared? In this episode, Heather Knezic, a labor and delivery nurse and mom of three, shares her wisdom on how to confidently prepare for a new baby, no matter how many you've had before. Heather shares her expert advice on how to confidently prepare for a new baby, no matter how many you've had before. She opens up about how, despite her professional experience, she felt lost and overwhelmed when she became a mom. Now, she's passionate about providing real, raw, and honest support to other moms. Tune in to learn how to ditch the textbook advice and embrace the unique journey of each birth! BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why visualizing your ideal birth can be more powerful than just writing a birth plan. How to shift your mindset from focusing on what might happen to you in birth, to what you can do to shape your experience. Why preparing for postpartum and breastfeeding is just as important as preparing for the birth itself. Ready to feel empowered and prepared for your upcoming birth? Tune in now! 00:39 The Chaos of New Motherhood 01:58 Heather's Professional Transformation 02:36 Real and Honest Support for Moms 03:03 Heather's Birth and Postpartum Courses 04:03 Preparing for Birth: Heather's Experience 08:16 The Importance of Preparation 16:05 Breastfeeding Challenges and Realities 19:27 Co-Sleeping and Safe Sleep Practices 23:16 Creating a Life in Labor Love this show? Write a 5-star review — even one sentence ensures we keep bringing you the content you want to hear. Support the show to help keep episodes like this coming! Need some support reconnecting with yourself after becoming a mom? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if my services are the right fit for you. CONNECT WITH HEATHER KNEZIC: Instagram @aLifeinLabor | alifeinlabor.com alifeinlabor.com/boldlittleminds for 30% off all prenatal, postpartum, and breastfeeding courses Heather offers LEARN MORE FROM KRISSY BOLD: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM| FACEBOOK | TIKTOK | YOUTUBE