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After seven months away, Sara returns to Mindfully Moody to share the raw and real story of her pregnancy, birth, and postpartum experience. This heartfelt conversation explores the emotional rollercoaster of pregnancy, the challenges of navigating expectations versus reality, and the power of following your intuition as a new mom.

In this episode, Hannah and Sara dive into:
🌙 The ups and downs of pregnancy—first trimester struggles, second trimester breakthroughs, and the final months of preparation
🌸 Why Sara chose a home birth, how plans shifted with a breech baby, and her emotional journey to surrendering to a C-section
🍼 The first moments of meeting her baby and the overwhelming wave of emotions that followed
✨ How she continues to challenge traditional parenting norms and lean into intuition as her guide
💜 What it really looks like to fill your own cup as a new mother and rediscover yourself in the process

Whether you’re pregnant, planning for motherhood, or simply curious about the transformative journey into parenthood, this episode is filled with honesty, vulnerability, and wisdom.

👉 If you’ve ever wondered about the realities of pregnancy, birth, and postpartum healing, or how to honor your intuition when society tells you otherwise, this conversation will resonate deeply.

Chapters

00:00 – Challenging traditional norms
01:00 – Sara’s return to the podcast
02:00 – Life after pregnancy: multifaceted motherhood
04:00 – Expectations vs. reality of pregnancy
07:00 – Hosting a retreat while pregnant
09:00 – Preparing for home birth and plans changing
12:00 – Facing a C-section with surrender
15:00 – Meeting baby Neema for the first time
21:00 – Parenting through intuition vs. societal norms
27:00 – Redefining motherhood and identity
32:00 – Prioritizing self-care as a new mom
36:00 – Reflections on gratitude, love, and growth
39:00 – Exciting updates for the Mindfully Moody podcast


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Are you stuck dreaming about the life you want instead of actually living it?

In this episode of Mindfully Moody, I’m breaking down the #1 thing holding you back from going after your biggest dreams—and how to finally move past it. Whether your goal is to start a business, move to a new city, find your dream relationship, or simply feel more fulfilled, the roadblocks are often the same.

I’ll share my personal story of leaving corporate life, facing fear head-on, and building a business that lets me travel the world, work from anywhere, and live life on my own terms. We’ll talk about:

• How to identify the exact thing blocking you from your dream life
• The 3 most common reasons people stay stuck (and how to break free)
• Turning fear into faith so you can take action
• Why clarity is more important than motivation
• The simple one-step-a-day strategy to build momentum and change your life

If you’ve ever said, “I know what I want, but I don’t know how to start,” this episode will help you get clear, take action, and finally move toward the life you’ve been dreaming about.

Timestamps / Chapters:
00:00 – Intro + Why we stay stuck in the dream phase
03:44 – My dream trip to Puerto Rico & living the freedom lifestyle
08:30 – The fine line between gratitude and wanting more
10:28 – Step 1: Get clear on your dream and what’s blocking it
12:25 – Reason #1: You don’t know what to do
14:10 – Reason #2: Fear of the unknown (and how to dismantle it)
20:26 – Reason #3: You don’t know what your dream actually is
22:42 – How to spot your dream through inspiration
24:09 – The “one small action a day” rule for building momentum
25:44 – How I can help you create your personal dream roadmap

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Links & Resources:
📲 Connect with me on Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/expandwithhannah
🎙 Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/mindfullymoody
🎙 Listen on Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/mindfullymoody
💌 Need help building your dream roadmap? DM me “ROADMAP” on Instagram and let’s map it out.

If you liked this episode, subscribe on YouTube and your favorite podcast app so you never miss a moment of motivation. And if you know someone stuck in the “dreaming” stage, share this episode—you might just be the spark they need.

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of the world and your own inner battles? In this episode of Mindfully Moody, Hannah dives deep into how to identify and protect your peace from patterns of unhappiness—whether it’s toxic relationships, social media burnout, or work that no longer feels aligned.

You’ll hear:
✨ How to spot subtle energy drains in your life
✨ Why setting boundaries is the ultimate self-care
✨ Practical steps to reclaim your happiness and create space for joy
✨ A powerful journaling exercise to start shifting today

This episode is your permission to pause, reflect, and take your power back. 💛

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📩 Work with Hannah: DM @theexpandlab on Instagram or visit www.theexpandlab.com

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Chapters
0:00 We’re living in scary times… let’s talk about it
1:14 Life updates: Austin, family time & big energy shifts
3:28 Devastation in Texas: holding space for others
5:10 Coping with fear in a chaotic world
6:30 The power of focusing on your inner world
7:33 Patterns of unhappiness in health, relationships, and work
10:05 Recognizing energy drains & setting boundaries
13:15 Social media and the dopamine loop
14:50 Why protecting your peace matters for your body
16:02 How to remove energy drains & make real change
18:12 Journaling prompt: reclaiming your happiness
20:00 A final message of encouragement & next steps