63. You Weren't Meant to Mother Alone with Kristin Revere — Mothering Ourselves Mindfully

In this episode, Sarah chats with Kristin Revere, owner and founder of Gold Coast Doulas and co-author of "Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby." Their conversation dives deep into what it truly means to feel supported as a mother—from the early postpartum days through the carpool-managing years.

In this episode, we explore:

The shift from independence to vulnerability: Why asking for help isn't weakness, it's wisdom
What support actually feels like (hint: it's that sigh of relief when you can just breathe)
Creative ways to build community when you're far from family or naturally introverted
Why the "veteran mom" stage can actually be harder to find support
The mental load conversation: dividing household tasks and knowing when to pay for help
Self-care as a non-negotiable: filling your own cup so you can pour into others
How tribal communities got it right—and what we've lost in modern American culture

Key takeaway: We aren't meant to mother alone. Whether it's finding your people through fitness classes, baby groups, or online communities like School of Mom, or investing in paid support like doulas, housekeepers, or laundry services—building your village is essential at every stage.

About Kristin Revere: Kristin Revere is the owner and founder of Gold Coast Doulas in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She is an elite certified birth doula, a newborn care specialist, a childbirth educator, and an elite certified postpartum doula. She is the co-author of "Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby" and host of Ask the Doulas. She is a mom of two and bonus mom to one.

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode of "Mothering Ourselves Mindfully." We look forward to sharing more insights and inspiration in the upcoming episodes!

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