99 | A Letter to the Momma Who Keeps Putting Herself Last

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You are not lazy. You are not failing. You are depleted — and there is a massive difference. In episode 99, Val reads a letter to the mom who keeps putting herself last. The one skipping meals, running on cortisol, and wondering why nothing ever sticks. This episode is less protocol and more permission slip — and sometimes that's exactly what we need most. In this episode: Why "I'll start when things calm down" is keeping you stuck The real difference between a willpower problem and a depletion problem What postpartum moms are actually carrying that nobody talks about Why the fix is not more discipline — it's more support and nourishment A permission slip to start taking up space in your own life 🎉 Episode 100 Giveaway — Opens May 18th, 2026! We are celebrating 100 episodes and YOU are the reason. Here's how to enter: To enter: Leave a review on Apple Podcasts → screenshot it → DM the screenshot to @wellnessbyval_ on Instagram Bonus entry: Follow @wellnessbyval_ on Instagram + tag a momma friend in the giveaway post for an extra entry (open to anyone and everyone in the world!) Open 5/18, 5/19 and 5/20! Prizes: 🥇 1st place: Free 6-week Strength Program + 30-min 1:1 coaching call with Val 🥈 2nd place: $50 Amazon gift card 🥉 3rd place: 15% off the Strong, Nourished & Energized Mom Method Resources & Links: ✨ Become a Strong & Nourished Momma Insider Weekly wellness tips, podcast updates, and exclusive freebies for busy moms. 👉 https://wellnessbyval.kit.com/insider 📲 Follow Val on Instagram Daily nutrition tips, postpartum support, workouts, and real-life mom wellness. 👉 https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyval_/ 🎥 Follow on TikTok Quick tips, education, and behind-the-scenes mom life + wellness content. 👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@wellnessbyval_?_r=1&_t=ZP-939HwTbMNup 🌐 Website https://wellnessbyval.com ➡️ Loved this episode? Share it with another mom who needs this info and leave a review—it helps more moms find the podcast! 💬 Got a question for the show?! Leave me a voice message here: SpeakPipe voice note at https: