Today’s episode is one straight from the heart. I’m sitting down with the gorgeous Tess Shanahan, and what she shares about her journey into motherhood... honestly, it just stopped me in my tracks. Tess opens up about what it really looked like for her after birth—not just the beautiful moments, but the raw, gritty, messy parts too.
She talks about bleeding, breastfeeding, breaking down... and somehow finding her way back to herself again—only different. Stronger. Softer.
We chat about why postpartum shakes you to your core, what it means to lose (and find) yourself after birth, and how sometimes the healing we think we’re chasing looks nothing like we expected.
If you’re in the thick of it—exhausted, overwhelmed, or feeling like you don’t even recognise the woman staring back at you—this one’s for you, beautiful. You are not alone.
Key Takeaways
The Shock of Early Motherhood – When everything you thought you knew about yourself falls apart after birth and why that’s part of the process.
The Reality of True Healing – Understanding that six weeks isn't enough—real healing takes time, patience, and a whole lot of grace.
Letting Go to Grow – How Tess had to surrender her old wellness routines to nourish her hormones, her milk, and her mind.
The Strength in Slowing Down – Why asking for help, resting more, and nourishing deeply can be the most powerful act of healing.
Becoming Someone New – That motherhood doesn’t give you your old self back—it makes space for someone even more beautiful.
Where to Find Our Guest
Connect with Tess on IG https://www.instagram.com/tessshanahan/
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