Podcasts by Plus Mommy Podcast

From Pregnant Pole Dancing Instructor To One Strong Mother | 158 from 2022-02-21T10:25:07

DeAnna shares her experience as a pregnant pole dancing instructor and how dancing helped her body image during pregnancy and postpartum.

Actor Jen Ponton Dishes About Dietland, Fat Activism, And More | 157 from 2021-12-06T10:35:53

Actor Jen Ponton, best known as Rubi in AMC's Dietland, is as passionate as the characters she plays! Listen as she dishes about how she almost got the role as Kate from This Is Us and why Dietl...

So Much More Than A Pretty Face – My Skin Cancer Story | 156 from 2021-11-29T17:32:39

Weight bias in health care does so much harm. If you're afraid to go to the doctor, I understand entirely. ⁠⁠I was too, but I'm thankful I faced my fears because it turns out I had skin cancer. ...

The Inspiring Journey To 5K Every Day With Sandra Mikulic | 155 from 2021-10-04T07:26:39

The idea of walking or running 5K every day might sound like an impossibility. And three years ago, Sandra Mikulic would've agreed with you. Yet, today, she laces up her shoes daily without givi...

Size-Friendly Lactation Consultant Ana Hill Shares Helpful Tips | 154 from 2021-09-20T07:31:42

Size-friendly lactation consultant Ana Hill, IBCLC, shares her insights on supporting plus size parents preparing to breastfeed/chestfeed. She believes in the importance of meeting people where ...

Becoming A Solo Mother By Choice When You Are Fat | 153 from 2021-09-13T07:50:13

During Kelsey’s story, you’ll learn about the importance of self-advocacy when becoming a solo mother by choice. Kelsey also shares what someone who is fat (how Kelsey self-identifies) and seeki...

Becoming A Mother After Having An Abortion | 152 from 2021-09-06T09:57:43

Today, with access to safe and legal abortion going away for many in states like Texas, I can no longer remain silent. I'm ready to tell my story. Not only my abortion story but what it was like...

The Path To The Voice With Season 20 Semifinalist Dana Monique | 151 from 2021-08-31T08:13:44

Dana Monique, a semifinalist on season 20 of The Voice, quickly became a fan favorite with her powerful voice and commanding stage presence. She tells her story of going from a struggling single...

How To Find A Fat-Friendly Doctor And Why It's Worth The Search | 150 from 2021-08-23T08:31:41

Following a summer hiatus, we're back covering a topic that needs to be talked about far more often - how to connect with a fat-friendly doctor!

Jen McLellan shares her recent experience ...

Emmy Winning Journalist And Actress Heather Brooker Tells Her Story | 149 from 2021-06-01T07:18:25

Heather Brooker's journey to becoming an Emmy-award-winning journalist and actress began as a young child doing impressions of Carol Burnett for her family. Today, she's appeared in over 40 film...

Q&A With Jen And Chris + Plus Mommy's Third Anniversary | 148 from 2021-05-24T08:05:27

Hi, friends! Today we're celebrating the third anniversary of the Plus Mommy Podcast with so much gratitude for our listeners and guests. We can't believe the show has received over 200,000 down...

The Journey To 300 Pounds And Running With Martinus Evans | 147 from 2021-05-17T07:54:06

In 2012, Martinus Evans was fat-shamed by a care provider who told him he would die if he ran a marathon. This unlocked something within Martinus, and he set out to prove that doctor wrong. List...

Dr. Kat Talks About Mental Wellness During Pregnancy And Postpartum - Replay | 146 from 2021-05-03T06:17:09

May is Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month. With that top of mind, we're sharing an older episode you might've missed. Perinatal psychologist, Dr. Kat, joins the show to talk about supporting...

Plus Size With Hyperemesis Gravidarum - Alyssa's Birth Story | 145 from 2021-04-26T08:23:51

Hyperemesis gravidarum (extreme morning sickness) is difficult regardless of size. Yet, when you're plus size with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), you're sometimes not believed or praised for weigh...

Jisela Delgado of MTV'S The Challenge Shares Her Fascinating Story | 144 from 2021-04-12T07:26:48

Jisela Delgado of MTV'S The Challenge All Stars opens up about body image and reality TV. She looks back on her twenty-year history with MTV, including her first appearance on The Real World/Roa...

How A Plus Size Pregnancy Blog Changed My Life | 143 from 2021-04-06T08:56:53

On April 6, 2011, following a healthy plus size pregnancy and positive birth experience, I launched my first blog post. I desperately wanted to change the narrative around plus size pregnancy an...

Considering Home Birth When You Are Plus Size? What You Should Know | 142 from 2021-03-29T09:59:41

HAES And LGBTQ inclusive midwife Ray Rachlin joins the podcast to talk about home birth when you are plus size. She covers what qualifies someone for home birth and how pregnancy and childbirth ...

Supporting Plus Size Labor And Delivery With Mommy Labor Nurse | 141 from 2021-03-22T08:26:02

Liesel Teen, well-known as Mommy Labor Nurse on Instagram, shares her journey to starting Mommy Labor Nurse and helpful insights on supporting plus size labor and delivery. She goes in-depth wit...

Plus Size Model Loralyee Shares Her Birth Story For The First Time | 140 from 2021-03-15T07:21:02

Lori, well known as plus size model Loralyee on Instagram, tells her birth story. She shares the role her doula, Denise Bolds, played in helping her feel supported and empowered!

Meg Boggs Shares Her Journey To Becoming An Athlete And Author | 139 from 2021-03-08T09:02:03

Meg Boggs went from creating content exploring motherhood and self-love to stepping into her authentic self as an athlete. With the highly-anticipated launch of her first book, Fitness for Every...

Making Lola – A Short Film That Speaks To Every Plus Size Woman | 138 from 2021-03-01T08:16:46

Lola, a short film by Ana Lydia Monaco, tells a story that’s all too familiar for many. Lola is a plus size woman of color who is not believed by her close friend, boyfriend, and care provider w...

Two Mom Comedians Lost It All Overnight And Found Themselves | 137 from 2021-02-22T10:22:04

What happens when all of your dreams are about to come true and overnight the world shuts down? Listen as two mom comedians, Shayna Ferm and Tracey Tee of Band of Mothers, share their stories. W...

Nurse Chooses Home Birth And Her Life Transforms - Courtney's Story | 136 from 2021-02-08T09:45:05

Courtney Stallworth is a plus sized Black American maternal-newborn nurse whose pregnancy and birth experiences forever changed her life. Courtney joins the show to share her first empowering ho...

What You Need To Know About Disordered Eating When You Are Plus Size | 135 from 2021-02-01T09:14:37

Dr. Jennifer Gaudiani is a Health At Every Size inclusive doctor specializing in caring for people with eating disorders. She joins the show for a compelling conversation about disordered eating...

The Difference Supportive Care Makes - Whitney's Birth Story | 134 from 2021-01-25T08:30:50

Feeling supported by your care provider impacts how you look back on your pregnancy and birth experience. Whitney's story perfectly demonstrates that so listen-in as she shares her pregnancy, bi...

Why We Need To Be Talking About Weight Stigma In Maternity Care | 133 from 2021-01-18T11:03:31

Dr. Neel Shah, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology at Harvard Medical School is committed to improving maternity care. This is a needed conversation about wei...

Adrianna From TLC's Hot&Heavy Shares Her Story | 132 from 2021-01-11T08:31:15

The TLC reality series Hot & Heavy has faced a lot of criticism, but for Adrianna Harris, being featured on the show was a positive experience. Listen in as she talks about her participation on ...

New Year, New Hopes | 131 from 2021-01-04T09:18:21

Farewell, 2020! As embarrassing as it is to admit, I spent most of 2020 sitting on my couch drinking wine. During this episode, I share when I hit my bottom and how I found my strength. By shari...

Becoming A Fierce Fatty With Victoria Welsby | 130 from 2020-12-21T09:26:29

Victoria Welsby, the founder of Fierce Fatty, shares her story of going from hating her body to standing proud on the TEDx stage dancing in a bikini!

Don’t Be Afraid To Switch Care Providers – Veronica’s Story | 129 from 2020-12-14T09:38:22

Veronica chose to switch care providers at 26 weeks pregnant after her OB-GYN made assumptions about her body's ability to have a healthy outcome. With her wife's support, Veronica advocated for...

What It’s Like To Take Boudoir Photos When You Are Plus Size | 128 from 2020-12-07T09:17:18

Have you ever thought about taking boudoir photos when you are plus size? During this episode, Jen shares her invigorating experiences and interviews photographer Melisa Mullins. Melissa's speci...

9 Things I Want You To Know Before You Turn 40 | 127 from 2020-12-01T04:05:31

Now that I’m in my 40s, I thought I’d drop some middle-aged wisdom by sharing nine things I want you to know before you turn 40. If you’re a fellow member of Club 40, I hope you’ll glean some fa...

Morgan's Three Unique Plus Size Cesarean Birth Stories | 126 from 2020-11-23T10:39:30

Morgan shares her three plus size cesarean birth stories. Her unique stories show how connecting with a size-friendly care provider can positively impact how people feel about their birth experi...

Talking About How Social Justice And Birth Intersect | 125 from 2020-11-16T09:24:49

Writer and full-spectrum doula Carrie Murphy joins the show for a thought-provoking conversation about how social justice and birth intersect. Listen in as we also tackle the pitfalls of pregnan...

Salena Shares Her Healing Home Birth Story | 124 from 2020-11-09T09:15:28

Twelve years following a traumatic birth, Salena knew next time would be different. She shares her and her wife’s journey to getting pregnant with their son and her healing home birth story as a...

Dieting Does Not Work – Talking To A Dietitian About Food | 123 from 2020-11-02T08:52:59

It’s common knowledge these days that dieting does not work. Yet, if you’re someone who has dieted their entire life, it can feel unclear how to approach nutrition. Registered Dietician Jenn Bry...

Champion Powerlifter Becci Holcomb Shares Her Pregnancy&Birth Story | 122 from 2020-10-26T08:20:39

Champion powerlifter Becci Holcomb deadlifted almost 600 lb when she was pregnant during a competition in Dubai. This unstoppable woman joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her pregnancy and bi...

Powerful Conversation About Plus Size Pregnancy With An OB-GYN | 121 from 2020-10-19T08:47:03

Dr. Nicole Calloway Rankins joins the show for an insightful conversation about plus size pregnancy with an OB-GYN. We dive deep into some tough topics surrounding the mistreatment of people of ...

Ask Me Anything About Pregnancy When You Are Plus Size | 120 from 2020-10-12T08:15:11

Host Jen McLellan answers questions submitted by the Plus Mommy Instagram community about pregnancy when you are plus size. During this episode, we’re also joined by family nurse practitioner Fl...

Going To The Doctor When You Are Plus Size | 119 from 2020-10-05T06:33:11

Going to the doctor when you are plus size can be a stressful experience. Physician Assistant Stacy Landers joins the show to have a heartfelt conversation about patient advocacy. We share tips ...

How Nia's Plus Size Pregnancies Changed Her Life's Path | 118 from 2020-09-28T07:48:44

As a medical assistant, Nia's plus size pregnancies challenged her view of the maternity care system. Listen as Nia shares her pregnancy and birth stories, along with changing her career path to...

What Parents Need To Know About Booster Safety | 117 from 2020-09-21T10:05:54

Dr. Alisa Baer is a pediatrician, co-founder of The Car Seat Lady, and a National Certified Child Passenger Safety Instructor. She joins the show to share what parents need to know about booster...

From PCOS to IVF – Corryn’s Birth Story | 116 from 2020-09-14T08:41:33

At the age of 35, Corryn had Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and a blocked fallopian tube. She knew her journey to becoming a mother was going to look different. Listen as she shares how she advocated...

Q&A With A Size-Friendly Doula | 115 from 2020-09-07T09:52:01

Jill Dillner, a size-friendly doula with over 15 years of experience, joins the podcast to talk about how plus size parents can benefit from working with a doula.

Project Runway Winner Ashley Nell Tipton Tells Her Story | 114 from 2020-08-31T07:31:29

Plus size fashion designer Ashley Nell Tipton tells the story behind becoming the winner of Project Runway Season 14. She digs in deep and shares what happened on and off-screen. As well as how ...

Emily McAllister Shares Her Journey To Sobriety | 113 from 2020-08-24T09:15:09

Recovery advocate, Emily McAllister, opens up about her journey to sobriety. She shares how her addiction intertwined with an eating disorder that nearly broke her. This is a courageous story of...

Pregnancy After Ectopic Pregnancy - Kasey's Story Of Hope | 112 from 2020-08-17T08:11:57

At the age of 17, Kasey experienced an ectopic pregnancy that ruptured. She lost one fallopian tube and an ovary. She was a high school student at the time and decided to keep her loss a secret....

What It's Like To Be Pregnant When You Are Black And Plus Size | 111 from 2020-08-10T09:37:16

Tennielle shares her experience of what it’s like to be pregnant when you are Black and plus size, along with her compelling birth story.

“Nearing the end of my pregnancy, I had a v...

7 Things You Need To Know About Breastfeeding When You Are Plus Size | 110 from 2020-08-03T08:50:18

In honor of World Breastfeeding Week, Jen McLellan shares the detours she experienced along her breastfeeding journey, and what she wishes she would’ve done differently. The reality is breastfee...

Plus Size Mom Shares Her Unforgettable VBAC Story | 109 from 2020-07-27T10:20:14

Beloved blogger, Tori Block, shares her VBAC story to encourage plus size women to know that having a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) is absolutely possible!

Beyond Before And After With Sarah Nicole Landry Of The Birds Papaya | 108 from 2020-07-20T08:28:33

With over 1.4 million followers, Sarah Nicole Landry of The Birds Papaya takes storytelling and vulnerability to a whole new level. Sarah openly shares what drove her to lose a significant amoun...

What Happens When Two Moms Talk About Mental Health And Inclusion | 107 from 2020-07-14T08:15:25

Have you ever wanted to eavesdrop on two moms having a passionate conversation? That’s precisely what you’ll experience during this episode of the Plus Mommy Podcast with special guest Sara Ahme...

Yelp For Fat People? It’s About Time! | 106 from 2020-07-06T08:49:51

Why isn’t there a Yelp for fat people? That’s the question Rebecca Alexander, the founder of the AllGo app, asked herself for many years. During episode 106 of the Plus Mommy Podcast, Rebecca sh...

Considering Working With A Midwife? Here's What You Need To Know | 105 from 2020-06-29T09:09:21

Do midwives have BMI restrictions? Can I work with a midwife if I decide I want an epidural? Certified Nurse Midwife and author Aubre Tompkins joins the podcast to answer these questions and so ...

Recognizing My White Privilege | 102 from 2020-06-01T22:08:21

With all that's currently happening, I didn't feel comfortable launching a regular podcast episode today. I also didn't want to remain silent. I'm sharing my story of recognizing my white privil...

What It Is Like To Be Fat-Shamed By Your OBGYN With Kat Stroud | 101 from 2020-05-25T23:13:44

Plus size model Kat Stroud shares what it is like to be fat-shamed by your OBGYN, and how the mistreatment she experienced impacted the rest of her pregnancy. 

Plus Size Relationship Q&A - The McLellan's Tell-All | 100 from 2020-05-18T23:05:27

There are unique challenges when you're in a plus size relationship (especially in the bedroom). Let's talk about it! My husband, Chris, and I don't hold anything back during this episode of the...

Do I Have Vaginismus? Tara's Story | 99 from 2020-05-11T21:02:59

Do I Have Vaginismus? Tara knew from a very young age that there was something different about her body. She didn’t dare try a tampon, and she told her partner she was saving herself for marriag...

Fertility Treatments In A Larger Body – What You Need To Know | 98 from 2020-05-04T07:50:14

What is it like to seek out fertility treatments in a larger body? How hard is it to connect with a fertility specialist who is size-friendly? And is there anything you should know in advance? A...

Write Your Birth Story - With Bryn Of The Birth Hour Podcast | 97 from 2020-04-27T08:43:51

Bryn Huntpalmer, the host of The Birth Hour podcast, knows the power of telling your birth story. With birth stories ranging from unmedicated to scheduled cesarean, her popular pregnancy podcast...

From Stretch Marks To Glitter Stripes – Self-Love For Moms | 96 from 2020-04-20T11:41:11

Allison Kimmey is on a mission to help moms change the way they view their bodies and talk to their kids about body image. Her messages have gone viral, including a conversation with her daughte...

Emily Shares What To Expect When You Give Birth With Preeclampsia | 95 from 2020-04-13T08:33:59

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to give birth with preeclampsia? From planning an unmedicated childbirth at a birth center to an unexpected diagnosis of preeclampsia, Emily shares her full...

9 Special Messages To The Plus Size Mom Feeling All Alone | 94 from 2020-04-06T08:24:15

Let’s chat about the unique challenges we’re facing during this unprecedented time with a little help from my friends. Yes, I’ve brought on some friends to make this a fun and supportive convers...

TV And Film Stylist Turned Plus Size Fashion Blogger – Ashley Dorough | 93 from 2020-03-30T08:14:25

Ashley Dorough shares her journey from being in the TV and film costume industry to becoming an influential plus size fashion blogger.

Miranda's Plus Size Fertility And Birth Story | 92 from 2020-03-23T07:25:03

Miranda, of the Plus Life Blog, shares her plus size fertility and birth story. After a long journey to get fertility support, she was surprised with twins! Sadly, her son passed near the end of...

No One Prepared Me For A Baby Blues Postpartum Experience | 91 from 2020-03-09T06:59:10

Before I became a mother, I envisioned postpartum to be me wearing a fluffy pink robe, holding a perfectly pink baby in a hospital room full of flowers. That’s the postpartum Hallmark prepared m...

Her Body Can With Authors Katie Crenshaw And Ady Meschke | 90 from 2020-03-02T10:11:41

In my search for body-positive books for kids, most books have some hardship to overcome - and while that's relatable, we need more messages of pure body-love. Her Body Can by Katie Cre...

What Happens When You See Bodies That Look Like Yours Represented | 89 from 2020-02-24T09:36:40

At the age of 11, Sierra Holmes, founder of the blog Eclectic Kurves, first realized her body wouldn’t be celebrated by every retailer.

With a background in plus size fashion, her w...

Musings On Plus Size Motherhood | 88 from 2020-02-17T07:27:40

Two moms whose lives are not Pinterest worthy, spend time musing on plus size motherhood. Join us for an honest conversation about motherhood, mental health, and body image with Aryn Hinton of M...

9 Things You Need To Know Before Going On A Cruise While Plus Size | 87 from 2020-02-10T08:42:08

Do you want to go on a cruise as a plus size person but have concerns? Travel Agents and seasoned plus size travelers, Jimmy and Amanda of Chubby And Away, talk about going on a cruise while plu...

What Is Physiologic Birth And How To Experience It? | 86 from 2020-02-04T09:15:44

Movies and television shows have conditioned us to believe that giving birth is an excruciating experience that we should fear. Advanced birth doula, Adriana Lozada, joins us for an insightful c...

From Cancer To Motherhood – A Story Of Strength And Survival | 85 from 2020-01-27T09:31:40

Lauren shares her compelling story of surviving ovarian cancer, grieving the loss of her mom, and her journey to becoming a mother.

She hopes that by bringing her darkest moments to...

From Being Stranded In New York To One Of The Best Nights Of My Life | 84 from 2020-01-22T19:00:21

I was stranded in New York due to a canceled flight and ended up having one of the best nights of my life.

Never allow your size to hold you back!

I’m not saying you should stay up...

New Year, Same You (And That’s Okay) | 83 from 2020-01-13T09:37:53

Let's reframe how we set ourselves up for success at the beginning of the year. It's time for a fresh motto - New Year, Same You! Who you are today is pretty magnificent, but we can all set real...

How Can I Be A Fat Ally? An Uncensored Conversation | 82 from 2019-12-16T09:57:46

How can I be a fat ally? A thin friend and a fat friend have an uncensored conversation about what it means to be a fat ally.

Ask Me Anything With Jen McLellan | 81 from 2019-12-02T11:09:55

From bumps to bellies, we talk about it all - and we're doing just that during this ask me anything episode of the podcast with host Jen McLellan.

Larger Bodies And Cars – What You Need To Know | 79 from 2019-11-18T08:23:31

Chaya Milchtein, an automotive educator, joins the show to talk about all things related to larger bodies and cars. She answers questions we might be too embarrassed to ask – like what to do if ...

Does Being Plus Size Make It Harder To Breastfeed? | 78 from 2019-11-11T09:25:53

If you’re plus size and planning to nurse, it’s reasonable to question, “Does being plus size make it harder to breastfeed?”

The answer is being plus size doesn’t automatically make...

Plus Size Labor And Delivery - Everything You Need To Know | 77 from 2019-11-04T22:54:02

A size-friendly labor and delivery nurse shares everything you need to know about plus size labor and delivery. Amy joins us with a background in fat advocacy and a passion for patient advocacy!...

Filmmaker Ana Lydia Monaco Talks About Diversifying Hollywood | 76 from 2019-10-28T08:44:58

Award-winning filmmaker Ana Lydia Monaco talks about diversifying Hollywood. As a plus size woman of color, Ana Lydia has a passion for writing scripts and producing films that tackle social iss...

I Knew Something Was Wrong – A Preeclampsia Birth Story | 75 from 2019-10-21T08:49:43

All birth stories matter. Mikki's preeclampsia birth story is an honest look at how you can't set expectations for your birth and motherhood. Stories like Mikki's that aren't rainbows and sunshi...

Why We Need To Be Talking About Lipedema Treatment | 74 from 2019-10-14T07:56:40

When it comes to healthcare advocacy for women of size, our concerns are often unheard because care providers can't see past our size. We need to talk about Lipedema treatment to bring more awar...

Plus Size Fashion From The 1990s To Now With Jen Wilder | 73 from 2019-10-07T10:08:28

Plus size fashion designer Jen Wilder joins the podcast to share her journey from making her own clothes as a teen to designing the cloud leotards for the backup dancers who performed in Lizzo's...

This Is What Happened After I Spoke Up About Booster Safety | 72 from 2019-09-30T07:39:29

I share the story of my family's terrible car accident, why I spoke up about booster safety, and how that message has gone viral. My nine-year-old son, Braeden, joins me briefly with a message f...

To The Mom Afraid Of Wearing A Swimsuit | 71 from 2019-09-09T05:34:14

To the mom afraid of wearing a swimsuit - just wear the suit! Carly Anderson, the founder of Just Wear The Suit, shares her journey to self-love by putting on a bathing suit. Now she's building ...

A Promising Look At The Evidence Behind Plus Size Pregnancy Risks | 70 from 2019-09-02T09:40:50

If you spend a few minutes Googling “plus size pregnancy risks,” it’s nearly impossible to believe that people of size can have a healthy pregnancy. But what does the evidence say? The facts might ...

What Happens When You Do Weight Watchers As A Kid | 69 from 2019-08-26T05:11:12

Plus size moms speak out and share their stories of what happens when you do Weight Watchers as a kid. The result is not what Weight Watchers, now rebranded as WW, is marketing with its new Kurb...

The Ultimate Guide To Disneyland For Plus Size Guests | 68 from 2019-08-19T05:47:52

Disney magic is accessible to people of all sizes and ages. You just have to be a little strategic when you’re visiting Disneyland, as a person of size. Sam Reyes, a self-proclaimed Disney Dork,...

Amy's LGBTQ Pregnancy And Birth Stories | 67 from 2019-08-12T17:13:57

This is Amy and her husband Chris' LGBTQ pregnancy and birth stories. After many failed IUIs and being fat-shamed by an OB-GYN, both Chris and Amy carried children into this world. Amy and I als...

The Breastfeeding Complication We’re Not Talking About Enough | 66 from 2019-08-05T10:14:26

As a society, we're quick to blame the mom if breastfeeding isn't established. Dr. Linda Dahl joins the Plus Mommy Podcast for a fascinating conversation about a breastfeeding complication we're...

Exercising Balance In Motherhood | 65 from 2019-07-29T09:05:59

Former Broadway dancer, Amy Griffith joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share how she exercises balance. We talk about real self-care and how to take time to breathe as busy moms. Amy and I don't s...

Marriage Q&A With Chris And Jen McLellan | 64 from 2019-07-22T07:14:37

My husband, Chris, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast as we answer questions about marriage following our 11th wedding anniversary. We are completely transparent, sharing our struggles and how we've s...

Finding Your Voice – Tracie-Anne’s Plus Size Birth Stories | 63 from 2019-07-16T07:46:21

Tracie-Ann shares her two very different plus size birth stories. She explains how advocating for herself during her second birth made all the difference.

What Fertility Clinics Don’t Want To Admit About Weight Bias | 62 from 2019-07-08T08:57:22

Author Virginia Sole-Smith ignited a needed conversation with her article, "When You're Told You're Too Fat to Get Pregnant." Virginia joins episode 62 of the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about he...

Fat, Fierce, And Fearless With Corissa Enneking Of Fat Girl Flow | 61 from 2019-07-01T05:47:17

Corissa Enneking joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her journey to building Fat Girl Flow. She talks about the obstacles of having a loud voice in the body positive movement and her plans for...

Gestational Diabetes And Pregnancy Nutrition When You’re Plus Size | 60 from 2019-06-25T07:29:57

Lily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and author of Real Food For Gestational Diabetes and Real Food For Pregnancy. She joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about how...

Pregnancy And Postpartum Sex When You're Plus Size | 59 from 2019-06-17T08:36:16

Sex educator Meg Snyder joins us to talk about all things pregnancy and postpartum sex when you’re plus size. From communication, postpartum changes, plus size sex positions, to size-friendly ad...

Everything You Want To Know About Plus Size Breastfeeding | 58 from 2019-06-10T09:27:48

IBCLC Laurel Wilson shares everything you could want to know about plus size breastfeeding. From preparing to nurse, the hormones behind breastfeeding, and why it takes longer for plus size people ...

A Needed Conversation About Abusive Relationships And Sexual Assault | 57 from 2019-06-03T21:42:55

During episode 57 of the Plus Mommy Podcast, Tiffany Reese from the show Something Was Wrong is my guest. We have an in-depth conversation about abusive relationships and share our own ...

Food Struggles And Self-Advocacy | 56 from 2019-05-27T08:16:16

During episode 56 of the Plus Mommy Podcast, I share how a diagnosis of gluten intolerance created an internal tug-of-war with all I believe about Health At Every Size. I went from believing tha...

Torii’s Postpartum Depression Story | 55 from 2019-05-21T04:59:31

One of the most powerful ways we create change is by telling our stories. By doing so, we normalize the experiences many face but feel too ashamed to discuss openly. This is Torii’s postpartum d...

Raising Body Positive Kids | 54 from 2019-05-13T08:28:47

Episode 54 of the Plus Mommy Podcast, explores the topic of raising body positive kids. From a conversation, I recorded with my 8-year-old son to an interview with child and family therapist Ama...

Plus Size Mom Fashion&Body Image With Maddy Guiterrez | 53 from 2019-05-06T07:14:27

When it comes to mom fashion, specifically plus size mom fashion, Maddy Guiterrez is my Instagram girl-crush! The way she rocks her mom jeans with confidence and style inspires me to think beyon...

I Spoke Up About Being Size Inclusive; Dove Listened | 52 from 2019-04-29T11:02

Fat moms aren’t #RealMoms - that's the message Dove conveyed at an event where the chairs they provided for moms to be pampered were not sized inclusive. 

I spoke up, and Dove respo...

A Labor And Delivery Nurse Talks About Failing Plus Size Moms | 51 from 2019-04-22T07:22:50

Is the medical community failing plus size moms? Hannah, a labor and delivery nurse, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to explore how common labor and delivery practices setup plus size women for fai...

5 Things Only Plus Size Women Understand | 50 from 2019-04-15T09:14:21

Being a plus size woman is different! We’re led to believe that the size of our jeans dictates our self-worth. The bigger the jeans, the less accepted we are by society and often by our own refl...

Fat, Forty, And Questioning My Fertility | 49 from 2019-04-08T05:23:27

I’m fat, about to turn forty, and I’m floundering over my fertility. Will I ever be at peace with the fact that I only had one child? Can I have a healthy pregnancy being fat and forty? Am I too...

Know Your Options During Pregnancy And Birth When You’re Plus Size | 48 from 2019-04-01T08:30:27

Experienced doula and author Megan Davidson joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to have a frank conversation about the misconceptions plus size women face during pregnancy. Megan talks about how plus s...

Plus Size Babywearing Q&A | 47 from 2019-03-25T04:45:42

During this Plus Size Babywearing Q&A, we’ll talk about all things babywearing when you’re plus size! Our special guest is Cortney Baca, Executive Director of Babywearing New Mexico.

We c...

Fat Fertility Matters | 46 from 2019-03-18T07:51:03

When you’re plus size and have fertility struggles, you feel invisible. Healthcare providers tell you to lose weight and fertility clinics have BMI restrictions. Fat fertility matters and let’s ...

A Dad’s Perspective On Plus Size Pregnancy, Birth, and Miscarriage | 45 from 2019-03-11T08:13:11

My husband, Chris McLellan, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share a dad's perspective on plus size pregnancy, birth, and miscarriage. 

Plus Size Pregnancy Q&A | 44 from 2019-03-04T03:24:07

Today’s episode of the Plus Mommy Podcast is a plus size pregnancy Q&A. Over the next hour, I’ll answer questions ranging from where to find affordable plus size maternity clothes to what are th...

Eating Disorder Recovery + Fat Activism With Dani Adriana | 43 from 2019-02-25T03:31:34

Dani Adriana joins the Plus Mommy Podcast on episode 43 to talk about eating disorder recovery for those who exist in larger bodies and fat activism. Listen