Mama Making Podcast
The Mama Making Podcast is a space for moms figuring it out in real time - at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Hosted by Jessica Lamb, this show is here to help you feel a little less alone in the mess and magic of motherhood.
Each week brings a mix of solo reflections, expert interviews, and real stories from moms who are leaning into themselves - whether that’s in parenting, entrepreneurship, or simply surviving the day. It’s for moms in the making and moms making their way through - without a manual, but with a whole lot of heart.
Because there’s no one way to do motherhood - and you don’t have to do it alone.
Mama Making Podcast
Dr. Samantha O'Brien & Dr. Amy Fetch | The Real Value of Cash-Based Care for Women & Families
Episode Description
What if the care you actually needed wasn’t covered by insurance—and what if there was a better way? In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Samantha O’Brien of The Hive Wellness Center and Dr. Amy Fetch of Chicago Mama PT to talk about the game-changing potential of cash-based healthcare for women and families. We unpack how this model empowers providers to offer deeper, more holistic care, gives patients more control and clarity, and allows moms especially to feel seen, heard, and genuinely supported.
From postpartum recovery to pediatric chiropractic to endometriosis pain to poop explosions during a session (yep, we went there), this conversation dives into the messy realities and surprising joys of care that actually cares. Whether you're a birthworker, a parent, or someone who's ever walked out of a 5-minute appointment wondering “was that it?”—this one's for you.
Main Topics Covered
- What cash-based care really is—and isn’t
- How traditional insurance models limit quality care
- Why longer sessions mean better outcomes for patients
- Pediatric and perinatal chiropractic explained
- Holistic pelvic floor PT for real-life motherhood
- Patient advocacy, transparency, and emotional support
- Busting myths about cost and accessibility
- When providers finally have time to care
How to Connect with the Guests
Dr. Samantha O’Brien – Chiropractor, Pediatric & Perinatal Care
📍 Geneva, IL
🔗 Website: thehivewc.com
📷 Instagram: @thehive.wc
📘 Facebook: The Hive Wellness Center
Dr. Amy Fetch – Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist & Women's Health Advocate
📍 Barrington, IL
🔗 Website: chicagomamapt.com
📷 Instagram: @chicagomamapt
📘 Facebook: Chicago Mama PT
This episode is sponsored by Collabs Creative - a digital marketing company supporting makers, creatives, and small business owners with all things digital and design.
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