In this episode of The Birth Lounge, HeHe dives into the big, messy, beautiful reality of life after baby. She introduces Dad Daze, a course created to give dads-to-be the tools, knowledge, and confidence to show up fully—from labor and delivery to postpartum support—so they can be active partners in parenthood.

HeHe is joined by Kalista Anderson, founder of the New Mom Boss podcast, RN, lactation counselor, and new mom coach. Together, they unpack how relationships shift after a baby, why it’s so important to notice and prepare for those changes, and how love languages impact connection in the postpartum period. They share practical strategies for communicating, leaning on your support system, and reigniting intimacy, so partners feel supported, connected, and empowered in this wild transitional time.

This conversation is full of real talk, actionable tips, and gentle guidance for navigating your relationship during the rollercoaster of postpartum life.

00:00 Introduction to New Parenthood Challenges

00:59 Welcome to The Birth Lounge Podcast

01:41 Introducing Dad Days Course

02:24 Course Details and Benefits

04:48 Re-airing Popular Episodes During Maternity Leave

06:46 Interview with Kallista Anderson

08:44 Postpartum Relationship Changes

14:43 Importance of Communication and Affection

17:35 Date Nights and Love Languages

22:29 Understanding Fertility Tracking

22:48 Personal Fertility Tracking Methods

24:02 Navigating Postpartum Touch and Intimacy

28:18 Reengaging in Sex After Baby

29:32 Supporting Each Other Postpartum

33:19 Building Your Postpartum Village

35:15 Adapting Postpartum Plans

38:13 Final Thoughts and Resources

Guest Bio:

Kallista is married and is a mom of 3. She is a registered nurse and finished the lactation counselor training course through The Center for Breastfeeding. Kallista helps new moms in their journey into motherhood. From pregnancy to welcoming baby in arms and beyond, she offers education, support, as well as her own experience. In this episode we are diving into your relationship with your partner postpartum!

See the originally published episode here: Ep. 173: Your Relationship with Your Partner Post Baby with Kallista Andersen

SOCIAL MEDIA:

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Connect with Kalista on Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kallista-andersen-7762651b2/ to see what she’s up to now

BIRTH EDUCATION:

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