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Mama Making Podcast
The Mama Making Podcast is a space for moms figuring it out in real time - at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Hosted by Jessica Lamb, this show is here to help you feel a little less alone in the mess and magic of motherhood.
Each week brings a mix of solo reflections, expert interviews, and real stories from moms who are leaning into themselves - whether that’s in parenting, entrepreneurship, or simply surviving the day. It’s for moms in the making and moms making their way through - without a manual, but with a whole lot of heart.
Because there’s no one way to do motherhood - and you don’t have to do it alone.
Mama Making Podcast
Stephanie DeFilippis | I’m Pregnant, Now What? Real Talk About the Early Weeks of Pregnancy and Postpartum Planning
The first few weeks of pregnancy can feel like a whirlwind. You’re excited—and then you’re overwhelmed. You’re Googling symptoms, making spreadsheets, and wondering if life is about to completely change (spoiler: it is, but not the way you think).
In this episode, Jessica talks with Stephanie DeFilippis, LCSW, founder of Crescent Moon Therapy, about those early moments of pregnancy and how to prepare for what’s next—mentally, emotionally, and physically.
They break down the common fears, the “I’m not ready” spiral, and why slowing down is just as important as stocking up.
This episode is for anyone who’s ever asked, “I’m pregnant—now what?”
Main Topics Covered
- Navigating the mental load of early pregnancy
- The panic of “am I ready?” and why it’s normal
- What no one tells you about the first 8 weeks
- Building support systems before postpartum hits
- Why therapy during pregnancy can prevent postpartum crisis
- Creating a postpartum care plan (for you, not just the baby)
- The importance of partner roles in postpartum recovery
- Identity shifts and grace through motherhood
Resources Mentioned
- Crescent Moon Therapy
- Instagram: @crescentmoon_therapy
- Calm app
- Prenatal yoga, mother-baby meditations (Rooted Beings Meditation)
- Postpartum Support International (postpartum.net)
Connect with Stephanie DeFilippis
- Website: crescentmoon-therapy.com
- Instagram: @crescentmoon_therapy
This episode is sponsored by Collabs Creative - a digital marketing company supporting makers, creatives, and small business owners with all things digital and design.
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