Motherhood is often painted as a picture of joy and perfection, but behind the scenes, many women quietly navigate the raw, messy, and transformative realities of postpartum life. In this episode, trauma-informed postpartum coach Lizzie Langston opens up about the “postpartum portal”—a powerful passage of identity death and rebirth that reshapes who we are as mothers and women. Together, we explore the hidden struggles of postpartum depression, the nervous system’s role in healing, and the sacred art of coming undone—reminding every mom that in the midst of grief, change, and chaos lies the possibility of deep self-acceptance, renewal, and strength.
“One of the biggest shifts that really help women feel better is when they stop trying to feel better and they start loving themselves in the ick- the mess, all the ups and downs.” – Lizzie
Highlights working moms will relate to:
- The hidden postpartum journey – Behind the “bounce back” culture lies the unspoken struggles of depression, anxiety, exhaustion, and identity shifts that many moms face long after maternity leave ends.
- Why it still matters—even years later – Unhealed postpartum experiences can resurface years down the line, affecting confidence, resilience, and even how we show up at work and at home.
- Motherhood as a portal – Each child brings a new transformation. Your second, third, or fourth baby won’t feel the same as the first—and that’s okay.
- Balancing identity and career – From corporate pressures to household demands, moms often feel torn between roles. This episode explores how to honor both your ambitions and your well-being.
- Grieving the “old me” – Letting go of who you were before kids is part of the process. You don’t have to chase your pre-baby version—you’re evolving into someone new.
- Community over isolation – Partners may try, but only other women can fully understand this shift. Leaning on community is not a weakness—it’s a lifeline.
- Your mental health = your family’s health – Research shows the best thing for kids is a mom who’s mentally well. Filling your own cup isn’t selfish—it’s essential.
- The sacred art of coming undone – Lizzie Langston reframes postpartum not as a breakdown but as a rebirth, an invitation to embrace the messy, powerful, and beautiful parts of womanhood.
About Lizzie Langston:
Lizzie Langston is a soul doula who sits with women in the void between who they were and who they’re becoming. Through The Sacred Art of Coming Undone, she creates sacred space for the unraveling—that messy, holy process where old identities dissolve and something truer starts breathing beneath the surface. Her work isn’t teaching or fixing—it’s holding shamanic presence while women remember what they already know in their bones. Lizzie creates a field where women can finally feel into the parts of themselves they’ve been too afraid to acknowledge have already gone. She guides women to stop living in denial of their own endings and start honoring what their deeper self has already released, leading them to the soul-aligned version of themselves waiting to emerge. Connect with her writing and work on her Substack.
Connect with Lizzie:
Instagram: @lizzie.postpartumcoach
Website: https://www.lizzielangston.com/
Podcast: Restoring the Feminine Podcast
Subscribe to Lizzie’s Substack: https://substack.com/@lizzielangston?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page
Lizzie hosts The Nova Phoenix women’s and non-binary people’s networking group. Check out The Nova Phoenix here; https://thenovaglobal.com/phoenix/ (a chapter of @thenovaglobal )
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