About a year ago, our toddler was evaluated for speech delay. This resulted in getting support from a speech therapist, and also experiencing a flood of emotions as I tried to figure out what this delay meant about my parenting. Expectations, whether imposed by others or yourself, can feel like an incredible burden to carry. At the end of the day, I had to remind myself I was created for such a time as this to be exactly the mother I am to my children. This includes taking advantage of resources around me to equip myself to support my son's learning. Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

My goodness! I started strong last year then completely ghosted you. Consider this a reintroduction and accountability. I’m happy you’re still here. I had all the plans to continue strong in posting new episodes but life happened. If this ain’t a true definition of motherhood then I don’t know what is! Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

If you are experiencing postpartum mood challenges and are searching for resources near you, a great place to start is www.postpartum.net. You can find the Calling Mama 7-Day Devotional at www.callingmama.com. Do you find yourself in a crisis? Help is available! Speak with someone today National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

T'was a day like this 2 years ago that I went through the most powerful physical experience of my life. I take you into my journey of going through my unmedicated, natural childbirth, which happened 2 weeks before expected! Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

With the birth of my first son, also came the birth of a whole new world. In this episode, I talk about the importance of preparing for the fourth trimester with much, if not more, emphasis as preparing for labor and delivery. Hindsight is 2020! Boy, I wished I'd prepared as much for life after birth as I did for the birth itself. Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

As a new mom, my struggles with breastfeeding led me to go through a very dark valley. My mental health was tested like never before. My self-imposed expectations of how I wanted to be as a mother met me with the far from perfect moments in postpartum, such as the few I share with you today. Can you relate? I want to hear your story.  Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog 

Hi I’m Jacklyn Gueyger and I’m so excited to be introducing to you the Calling Mama Podcast. I’ll be your host and we’ll exploring the different stages of motherhood openly through story and research. I’ll be diving into the importance of recovery and mother care in the fourth trimester and beyond. I’ll be venturing into self discovery in different seasons of motherhood, You’ll be hearing about useful tools to navigate the divine calling that motherhood really is. Don’t miss a beat! Subscribe to be updated on new episodes. Follow us on Instagram at @callingmamablog