Latest Plussizepregnancy Podcast Episodes
One Story of Faith, Bias, and Advocacy in Plus Size Maternity Care
Plus Mommy Podcast - July 02, 2024 06:35 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsSabrina, a nurse, shares her empowering journey through plus size pregnancy. She underscores the importance of self-advocacy and informed decision-making, recounting her experience with using semaglutide and then discovering her pregnancy, navigating healthcare with religious beliefs that impact ...
Practical Postpartum Tips: From Bowel Movements to Boundaries
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 25, 2024 09:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsLet’s jump straight into the nitty-gritty of postpartum tips, covering things many people want to know but might be afraid to ask. Shari Stamps, a postpartum educator, doula, certified breastfeeding specialist, and cranial sacral therapist, shares essential tips for navigating the postpartum peri...
Helpful Tips for Labor Induction in a Larger Body from a Nurse
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 18, 2024 08:18 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsJoin us as Lilly Schott, a nurse in reproductive and community health, shares invaluable advice on preparing for labor induction. With nearly 20 years of experience, Lilly provides insights into the induction process, highlighting the importance of informed consent, shared decision-making, and co...
Size-Inclusive Doula Confronts the Topics We Tend to Avoid
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 11, 2024 07:47 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsSize-inclusive doula Heidi Snyderburn, with over 20 years experience, addresses often overlooked challenges that plus size families face throughout maternity care. Heidi discusses the use of inclusive language, supporting those with a history of disordered eating, and the importance of size-inclu...
Karen's Queer Plus Size Fertility Story: Self-Advocacy and Triumph
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 04, 2024 06:27 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsIn this episode, we hear Karen's queer plus size fertility story—a compelling tale of resilience, advocacy, and finding the right support during a challenging five-year journey. Supported by a loving partner, Karen's story highlights the unique challenges faced by plus size and queer individuals ...
Helpful Parenting Tips to Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 28, 2024 07:39 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsDana Abraham, founder of Lemon Lime Adventures and author of Calm the Chaos, has supported thousands of families. She shares transformative strategies for parenting, emphasizing connection, understanding, and empowerment. Discover practical tips to create a harmonious family environment and confi...
How to Build Your Birth and Postpartum Support Team
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 22, 2024 04:18 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsDuring this episode, we explore how to build your birth and postpartum support team with expert insights from author and elite certified birth and postpartum doula Kristen Revere. Discover the benefits of having a doula, the importance of postpartum support, and practical tips for finding and aff...
How to Raise Kids to Have a Healthy Relationship with Food
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 14, 2024 07:33 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAre you wondering how to raise kids to have a healthy relationship with food while repairing your own? Learn from parenting expert Oona Hanson as she shares insights on breaking the cycle of diet culture, fostering body positivity, and supporting your child’s intuitive eating journey. Join us for...
Size-Friendly Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy with Dr. Elliot Berlin
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 07, 2024 07:41 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsTune into episode 213 for a deep dive with the magnetic Dr. Elliot Berlin on how chiropractic care tailored for all body sizes can enhance pregnancy wellness. Dr. Berlin shares crucial tips on improving comfort and preparing for a smoother delivery, specifically geared towards plus size individua...
Unpaused: Why We Took a Break, Now Returning to Empower Every Body
Plus Mommy Podcast - April 30, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsHi friends! Life threw us a curveball with a medical emergency, so we had to hit pause for a bit. But guess what? We’re back! And not just back—we have a solid plan to keep bringing you new weekly episodes. This mini-episode is a cozy catch-up session where I spill the tea on what happened, share...
Plus Size Couple Unscripted: Lessons from 15 Years of Love | 211
Plus Mommy Podcast - October 25, 2023 00:50 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsWe're back! After a little break, we hit the ground, recording an all-heart, no-holds-barred deep dive. In this super raw episode, my better half and I unpack the wild ride of our 15-year marriage. We're getting real about everything — the heart of our love story, the chaos of parenting, the hurd...
Navigating Weight Bias at the Doctor’s Office: A Personal Account | 210
Plus Mommy Podcast - July 26, 2023 01:56 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsJoin us for a moving and impactful conversation as host Jen McLellan interviews her mother, Kathryn. At 71, Kathryn has turned an encounter with weight bias at the doctor's office into a lesson on self-advocacy. Despite visiting a doctor for an eye infection, Kathryn found herself in an uncomfort...
Size-Friendly Trauma-Informed Healthcare: Why We Need It Now | 209
Plus Mommy Podcast - July 19, 2023 04:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAre you interested in navigating the path to size-friendly, trauma-informed healthcare? Special guest Mandy Irby is a board-certified labor nurse, educator, and expert in trauma-informed care. Throughout this episode, we share our experiences interacting with healthcare professionals, providing y...
The Truth About Diets and Weight Loss Drugs with Ragen Chastain | 208
Plus Mommy Podcast - July 11, 2023 09:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsRenowned Health At Every Size® and weight stigma expert Ragen Chastain debunks diet myths and exposes the dangers of weight loss medications. We also uncover startling truths about the American Academy of Pediatrics support for weight loss interventions in children. Prepare yourself for a thought...
Fitness for All: How to Find Joy in Movement | 207
Plus Mommy Podcast - July 05, 2023 00:27 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsLet's celebrate fitness for all! As a plus size fitness instructor and the founder of Body Positive Barre, Natalie Sanders shares her top tips for starting or continuing your movement journey, connecting with size-friendly fitness instructors, and wholeheartedly embracing body positivity. With Na...
Early Menopause to Baby Bump: A Donor Egg Success Journey | 206
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 27, 2023 08:50 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsKasey's donor egg success journey began unexpectedly at 31, following a premature menopause diagnosis. Her story is unforgettable, filled with hope, loss, and love. It reinforces the notion that love, not genetics, establishes the foundation of a family. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit me...
Cycling for Change: Raising Awareness of Black Infant Mortality | 205
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 21, 2023 03:33 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsMimi Seriki is a passionate midwife embarking on a remarkable cycling journey. Her mission? To shine a spotlight on the heartbreaking issue of Black infant mortality. Mimi's desire to cycle for change led to the creation of her organization, Womb Cycle. Tune into this thought-provoking episode as...
A Queer Plus Size Birth Story of Strength, Resilience, and Love | 204
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 13, 2023 09:27 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsMaria and Erica’s journey to parenthood began with a focus on conception as a queer couple. However, once Maria became pregnant, she faced the challenges of navigating pregnancy, the healthcare system, and societal expectations as a fat and queer person with an emphasis on being fat. Their story ...
Jessica Wilson Takes on The AAP, Diet Culture, and Racism | 203
Plus Mommy Podcast - June 07, 2023 05:47 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsJessica Wilson, MS., RD, is a dietitian, accomplished author, and dedicated community organizer. As a Black, queer woman, she championed much-needed conversations about racial inequities in the Health At Every Size® and Intuitive Eating communities. Join us as Jessica takes a stand against the Am...
Representation in Plus Size Romance Novels with Meaghan Pierce | 202
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 31, 2023 01:57 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsPlus size romance novels are crucial in shaping a more inclusive and empathetic literary landscape. Dark mafia romance author Meaghan Pierce discusses the need for more plus size heroines and plus size romance novels. In addition, we delve into a conversation about how representation leads to str...
How Research is Revealing Fat Shaming in Maternity Care | 201
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 24, 2023 05:15 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsThe research conducted by Erin D. Basinger, Ph.D., and Dr. Margaret Quinlan on fat shaming in maternity care serves as validation for individuals who have personally encountered weight bias in healthcare. Listen as we delve into the research and explore how it can transform the treatment plus siz...
Can I Have An Unmedicated Hospital Birth? Yes – Here’s How! | 200
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 17, 2023 05:50 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAre you pondering the possibility of an unmedicated birth, particularly in a hospital setting? This episode is for you! With her experience of giving birth without pain medication and professional expertise as a childbirth educator, Jen McLellan offers invaluable advice, helpful tips, and motivat...
My Big Fat Pregnancy: Facing Fatphobia and Finding Great Care | 199
Plus Mommy Podcast - May 03, 2023 04:41 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsBy facing fatphobia and advocating for size-inclusive care, expectant parents can feel empowered, supported, and respected throughout their pregnancy journey. Fat-positive coach, doula, educator, and founder of Big Fat Pregnancy, Christina Hughes, shares strategies for families navigating the mat...
The Ultimate Guide To Being Plus Size At Disney World | 198
Plus Mommy Podcast - April 19, 2023 04:12 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAre you ready for an exciting adventure at the happiest place on earth? Well, hold onto your mouse ears because we are thrilled to present the Ultimate Guide to Being Plus Size at Disney World! Our guest, Jess, has over 30 years of experience going to Disney World, and she's here to share her siz...
B Belly Pregnancy - What You Need To Know | 197
Plus Mommy Podcast - March 01, 2023 04:52 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAre you having a B belly pregnancy? Jashina talks about what you need to know when embracing your bump. You'll learn tips for monitoring, maternity clothes, and more for having a B shaped belly! She also shares her birth story. And as a social worker who supports new parents, Jashina has a specia...
All Things Plus Size Pregnancy and Postpartum with Doula Kaytee | 196
Plus Mommy Podcast - February 14, 2023 20:46 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsKaytee Crawford is an educator, lactation consultant, craniosacral therapist, and birth and postpartum doula. She brings her skills and education to social media to help raise awareness and improve outcomes for birthing people. In addition, she’s incredibly passionate about supporting Black and p...
The Shape Of A Mother - A Conversation About Postpartum Bodies | 195
Plus Mommy Podcast - February 01, 2023 07:09 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsLong before Instagram and hashtags celebrating postpartum bodies, there was the website "The Shape of a Mother." Founder Bonnianne Ratliff joins the show to discuss body image, feminism, and redefining how we talk about postpartum bodies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho...
Fighting To Improve Birth with Dawn Thompson | 194
Plus Mommy Podcast - January 25, 2023 05:07 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsFor over twenty years, Dawn Thompson has fought to improve birth. She shares her journey, changes and setbacks she has witnessed over the years, and a new vision for birth support. Listen as we discuss what it will take to reduce the high induction and cesarean birth rates and much more! Learn mo...
Plus Size Pregnancy UK - Navigating The System For Better Care | 193
Plus Mommy Podcast - January 18, 2023 01:54 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsAlice Keely, Registered Midwife, MSc, Ph.D., is a plus size-friendly UK midwife who believes guidelines are not rules. She helps people expect the best during pregnancy while providing self-advocacy tips. Learn about supporting plus size pregnancy in the UK and get helpful advice for people world...
How To Learn About Wellness Without Focusing On Weight | 192
Plus Mommy Podcast - January 11, 2023 03:32 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 225 ratingsIt's hard to know where to begin when having the desire to focus on wellness rather than weight. Ashantis Jones takes an intersectional approach to wellness by blending her background in education, counseling, mental health, and fitness. This episode will give you a new view of wellness and inspi...
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