Plus Mommy Podcast

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. We talk about the toll 2020 took on so many and the vulnerability it takes to face an unknown future as entrepreneurs. We go deep, get a little woo, and reflect on the good that has come out of unimaginable loss. After all, we're in this together, as a band of mothers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 home birth story and passion for birth work. Her mission is to decrease the growing maternal-newborn mortality rate for all, emphasizing on the BIPOC community. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 when you are plus size. We address why dieting is harmful and what approach can help people of all sizes to thrive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, birth, and postpartum story. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 weight stigma in maternity care! Listen as we address weight bias and racial disparities in maternity care. Dr. Shah shares the biggest risk factor for having a cesarean birth and how his research is transforming patient outcomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the show and her journey to motherhood.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 sharing my truth, I hope it helps others feel less alone and possibly even inspired as we head into the new year. I've got some big goals that I can't wait to share with you! Be sure to follow along over on Instagram @plusmommy  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 herself and found an outstanding care provider. You deserve to connect with a care provider who makes you feel heard and respected! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 specialty is milk bath photography!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 familiar insights. If you’re in your 20s or 30s, buckle up, buttercup! (This episode includes strong language and a frank conversation about sex - not for the little ones to overhear.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 experiences. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 pregnancy online support groups and examine the language we use when we talk about birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 plus size woman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Bryant joins the show to discuss why dieting does not work, how to practice mindful eating, setting up healthy habits, and fun tips for feeding our kids.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 birth story. Becci wants everyone to know that you can do awesome things when you are pregnant! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 size during pregnancy. As well as answer questions, like should plus size people be automatically classified as high risk during pregnancy? It was a real honor to such a powerful conversation with an OB-GYN who wants to be size-inclusive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Flynn O'Neill to discuss the Myriad Prequel Prenatal Screen. This noninvasive prenatal screen produces highly accurate results for all patient types, regardless of BMI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and tricks to help plus size people navigate the healthcare system and feel empowered!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 becoming a doula! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices