In this episode, Hillary and Erica continue their conversation about postpartum hormones and why so many moms feel tired, anxious, inflamed, or stuck when it comes to weight loss.

They talk about cortisol, blood sugar, insulin resistance, thyroid health, sleep, protein, strength training, and GLP-1 medications like semaglutide and tirzepatide. Hillary also explains why extreme dieting and intense workouts can backfire postpartum, and what moms can do instead to support their body in a healthier way.

If you feel like you're doing "everything right" but still don't feel like yourself, this episode will help you understand what may be going on beneath the surface.

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Baby Settler Wellness https://www.babysettler.com/baby-settler-vip-package/
Emerge Medical — Hillary's most trusted GLP supplier use code: BABYSETTLER for $25 off your 1st and 2nd order!
Early-Momming Supplement Plan — Hillary's favorite foundational supplements for moms: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/hsadler-foundational-supplements-for-all-moms

Learn more or book a consult at BabySettler.com.

Postpartum recovery is not just six weeks.

In this episode, Hillary and Erica talk about what really happens to hormones after birth, why breastfeeding can keep progesterone low, how postpartum anxiety can show up, and why "normal" labs do not always mean your body is functioning optimally.

They also discuss thyroid changes after pregnancy, low ferritin, vitamin D, B12, insulin resistance, and why so many moms feel tired, anxious, inflamed, or stuck in their weight years after having kids.

If you have ever thought, "I just don't feel like myself anymore," this episode will help you understand why there may be a real root-cause reason.

Mentioned in this episode:

Baby Settler Wellness https://www.babysettler.com/baby-settler-vip-package/
Emerge Medical — Hillary's most trusted GLP supplier https://go.emergeweight.com/u5IdJmRd use code: BABYSETTLER for $25 off your 1st and 2nd order!
Early-Momming Supplement Plan — Hillary's favorite foundational supplements for moms: https://us.fullscript.com/plans/hsadler-foundational-supplements-for-all-moms

Learn more or book a consult at BabySettler.com.

In this episode of the Early-Momming Podcast, Hillary and Erica talk about one of the biggest transitions in early motherhood: going back to work after having a baby.

Erica shares what it was really like to return to work after 12 weeks of maternity leave, including the emotional lead-up, the sadness of leaving the newborn bubble, and the surprising identity shift that comes with stepping back into professional life while still feeling deeply attached to your baby.

They also talk through the practical side of returning to work: setting boundaries with email, preparing before maternity leave, organizing personal information outside of a work account, and making the transition smoother for both mom and baby.

A big part of this episode focuses on childcare — especially the decision to hire a nanny. Erica shares how she and Nate weighed daycare, family help, and nanny care, what they looked for in a nanny, how they handled interviews, what questions helped them find the right fit, and how they onboarded their nanny before Erica's first day back at work.

Resources:
[https://www.babysettler.com](https://www.babysettler.com)

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