Fourth Trimester Voices Podcast

Join Dr. Chowa as she engages with mothers, birth workers, and healthcare professionals to shed light on the challenges and triumphs of the fourth trimester, advocating for better care and support for all.

Fourth Trimester Voices

Fourth Trimester Voices delves into the crucial yet often overlooked fourth trimester, the 12 weeks following childbirth. Whether you’re a new parent navigating the early weeks of your baby’s life, a seasoned caregiver, or simply curious about the postpartum journey, this podcast provides valuable information and heartfelt stories to support and inspire you. Our focus is on the mother and her recovery.

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Chiropractic Truths For New Moms with Dr. Brittney Christian

Let’s talk about something often overlooked but so necessary in postpartum recovery—your alignment.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Brittney Christian, chiropractor and founder of Well Prepared Nest, to break down the real benefits of chiropractic care for moms before and after birth. We discuss when to start, what’s safe, and how targeted care can help with pain, posture, pelvic alignment, and even emotional regulation during the fourth trimester.

Dr. Christian brings her clinical expertise—and her personal journey as a mom—to the mic to help us all feel more supported, informed, and empowered.

Your back, hips, and nervous system matter, mama. Let’s take care of them.

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Beyond the Registry: 3 Things You Must Have After Birth!

You don’t need another onesie or wipe warmer—you need a plan. In this episode, we break down the three most overlooked but essential things every new mom truly needs postpartum. From building your village to protecting your mental health, we’re shifting the conversation from stuff to support.

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“My Son Has a Rare Genetic Condition” – Dr. Ogechi’s Postpartum Story

“My son has a rare genetic condition.”

Those are the words Dr. Ogechi Nwoko never imagined she’d say those words.

During pregnancy, she had an unshakable feeling that her child was blind. After birth, small signs were brushed off by doctors and loved ones. But soon, the truth unraveled as he started having siezures: he was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.

Her postpartum journey wasn’t about recovery—it was about survival, advocacy, and heartbreak. In this powerful episode, Dr. Ogechi shares how she navigated the darkest parts of new motherhood and how she finally made it through.

This is especially for any mom raising a child with a rare diagnosis—and searching for light in the chaos.

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