

Embark on a transformative journey through motherhood with the Entering Motherhood podcast, hosted by Sarah Marie Bilger. As a mom of two, wife, certified birth and postpartum doula, and passionate advocate for intentional motherhood, Sarah Marie brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to every episode. Join us as we delve into mindful healing, holistic parenting practices, and reflective exploration of generational impacts. From preconception to postpartum, Sarah Marie guides us through intentional conversations, sparking curiosity and empowerment during pregnancy, birth, and the often-overlooked postpartum period. Our mission is to equip you with the tools you need to heal, thrive, and embrace motherhood while staying true to your own individual identity. Join us as we empower you to become the mother you aspire to be, with confidence and authenticity!
Episodes

Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
74. How Small Steps Lead to Sustainable Habits with Jessica Levy
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
In this episode we talk with Jessica Levy about her journey into motherhood and going from a realtor to personal trainer to the creator of the Habit Foundation. She is a mom herself and is helping so many other mamas that are traveling on a similar path that she once had so that they can build sustainable habits that fit into their motherhood lifestyle. Listen in on this episode to learn 3 practical habits that you can incorporate into your life today and how to better prepare for our upcoming New Years resolutions.
A Message from Jessica:
I’m Jessica from the beautiful Okanagan, mom to a 9 year old boy who loves hockey, an habit & weight-loss coach, and founder of The Habit Foundation. I believe in empowering women because I know all too well what it is like to lack confidence, to feel overwhelmed, and be busy putting everyone’s needs before our own.
Can you imagine what it would feel like to be your happiest most confident self? This is why I started my business almost a decade ago, because I wanted to help you (moms) reach that. My newest 8 week habit program or my monthly membership, takes the overwhelm out of weight-loss through simple weekly habits. Those changes you are looking for, that feel effortless and actually stick!
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No more dieting for years and obsessing every day about what to eat.
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No more spending money on fad workout trends.
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No more searching for quick fixes and feeling overwhelmed when they fail.
Weight loss doesn't have to be complicated, I created the system that allows that. I would love to help you get started.
November Entering Motherhood Event:
30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Contact Jessica Levy:
Website: https://jessicalevy.ca
Membership: Habit Monthly Membership
Instagram: jessicalevy_healthcoach
Facebook: jessicalevy.coach
YouTube: Jessica Levy - The Habit Foundation

Monday Nov 15, 2021
Monday Nov 15, 2021
In this episode we talk with Angela Elliot about her approach to how she helps moms become more refreshed, energized, and happy in motherhood.
November Entering Motherhood Event:
30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Contact Angela Elliot:
Instagram: angelasapproach
Website: www.angelasapproach.com

Thursday Nov 11, 2021
72. Pregnancy Update #3
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
Thursday Nov 11, 2021
We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and in this episode I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 25-30 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way.
I have decided to do placenta encapsulation this time around. Head back on over to Episode 22 to get a recap on placenta encapsulation information.
Listen back to Episode 33 (Day 10 of Heal Your Trauma, Mama) to learn more about building a mantra and affirmations to use in motherhood.
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Pregnant people should get a dose of Tdap during every pregnancy, preferably during the early part of the third trimester, to help protect the newborn from pertussis. Infants are most at risk for severe, life-threatening complications from pertussis. tdap-vaccine
If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me!
Tidy Up Thursday Challenge: Be sure to use #mamatidyupthursday and tag @entering_motherhood on instagram if you are nesting, decluttering, or just cleaning up in your motherhood journey!
Join the Heal Your Trauma Mama 30 Day Event: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/healyourtraumamama
Instagram: entering_motherhood and sarah_marie_bilger
Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

Monday Nov 08, 2021
71. Increasing Your Energy and Joy in Motherhood with Lorena Tran
Monday Nov 08, 2021
Monday Nov 08, 2021
In this episode we talk with Lorena Tran about how we can bring more energy and joy into motherhood.
November Entering Motherhood Event:
30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Contact Lorena Tran:
Instagram: joyfully_healthy_mama
Facebook Group: JOYfully Healthy Mamas
Website: https://www.joyfullyhealthymama.com

Monday Nov 01, 2021
70. Designing a Safe and Healthy Home for Our Family with Deborah DiMare
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
In this episode we talk with Deborah DiMare, a wellness and cruelty-free interior design consultant, about designing a home that is both safe and healthy for our family. We dive into how we can help eliminate harmful toxins and how to create a stress-free space that utilizes all of our senses so that we can feel more relaxed in motherhood.
November Entering Motherhood Event:
30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Links Relevant to Episode:
Non-Toxic Primer: https://geni.us/vdshopafmsealer
Buckwheat Pillow: https://youtu.be/1mpzZ8L4bQk
Public Goods/Bath Products/Candles/Etc.: https://youtu.be/xnnKb6G62hc
Wool: https://youtu.be/WXXCb_Pg4r4
9 Chemicals to Avoid in Furniture: https://youtu.be/SV-sQ1AOX58
Deborah's Home Tour: https://openhaus.app/discover/search/deborah%20dimare/
Link to nursery & kids page on website (blog posts, videos, course and resource guide info etc.) https://dimaredesign.com/nurseries-kids/
Course: https://vegandesign.lpages.co/vegan-safe-nursery-design-course/
Get 20% off course with exclusive coupon code: ENTERINGMOTHERHOODGIFT
Free virtual design consult: https://vegandesign.lpages.co/virtual-design/
Contact Deborah DiMare:
Website: https://dimaredesign.com/contact/
Email: deborah@dimaredesign.com
Instagram: deborahdimare
Facebook Group: designforahealthyhumanehome

Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
In this episode we talk with Stephanie Machecek, a board certified nutritionist and the owner of Food Factor Nutrition, about how to establish healthy habits around the way we eat, her own story of entering motherhood, and what to do when we have a picky eater on our hands.
Book referenced in episode:
Child of Mine: Feeding with Love and Good Sense by Ellyn Satter
Upcoming Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Starts November 1st 2021
Contact Stephanie Machacek:
Website: www.foodfactornutrition.com
Instagram: foodfactornutrition
Facebook: foodfactornutrition

Monday Oct 11, 2021
68. What is a Doula and Why Would You Need One with Dana Patterson
Monday Oct 11, 2021
Monday Oct 11, 2021
In this episode we talk with Dana Patterson, the owner of The Doula Group, about the different types of doulas that are avaliable and the benefits that doulas can provide for new families.
Upcoming Event: 30 Ways in 30 Days Heal Your Trauma Mama
Starts November 1st 2021
Contact Dana Patterson:
Website: https://thedoulagroup.com
Instagram: doulagroup
Facebook: The Doula Group

Monday Oct 04, 2021
67. Rebuilding Our Strength in Motherhood with Ashley Heringa
Monday Oct 04, 2021
Monday Oct 04, 2021
In this episode we talk with Ashley Heringa about her personal journey of navigating motherhood now for the third time and how we can gradually rebuild our strength in motherhood.
Contact Ashley Heringa:
Website: ww.strengthinherfitness.com
Instagram: strengthinherfitness

Thursday Sep 30, 2021
66. Pregnancy Update #2
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
Thursday Sep 30, 2021
We are excited to announce that baby #2 is on the way and I'm sharing everything that's been going on from 20-25 weeks. More updates to come as baby continues to grow and things progress along the way.
If there are any updates or more information you would like to hear about during the updates please reach out to me!
Tidy Up Thursday Challenge: Be sure to use #mamatidyupthursday and tag @entering_motherhood on instagram if you are nesting, decluttering, or just cleaning up in your motherhood journey!
Join the Heal Your Trauma Mama 30 Day Event: https://www.enteringmotherhood.com/healyourtraumamama
Instagram: entering_motherhood
Facebook Group: Entering Motherhood

Monday Sep 27, 2021
Monday Sep 27, 2021
In this episode we talk with Jessica Hill, the founder of The Parent Collective, about how she help moms find community and learn about childbirth and postpartum in a judgement free environment.
Contact Jessica Hill:
Website: www.theparentcollective.com
Instagram: theparentcollectivetpc
Facebook: The Parent Collective
Email: jessica@theparentcollective.com