Plus Mommy Podcast

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 sexual assault stories. We understand the power of stories and how they help people to feel less alone. If you're struggling, we truly hope you'll speak up and get the support you need. You're worth it! Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 that fat girls shouldn’t eat cake for most of my life, to finally enjoying cake, and then realizing cake was making me sick. I’m joined by gluten-free food blogger Brianna Hobbs to talk about how to practice self-advocacy when you have food struggles. Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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

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 beyond my leggings. Maddy joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her passion for plus size fashion and how access to plus size clothing impacts body image. We also talk about raising our boys to be body positive and our love for the TV show Shrill! Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 responded immediately!  I never could’ve imagined that by being vulnerable myself, I’d change an experience for more than just me but for so many. Hear the full story via this episode of the Plus Mommy podcast. You can view photos from the event and learn more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 failure to progress. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 reflection. My fellow curvy friend, Amanda Ervin, joins episode 50 of the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about five things only plus size women understand. By sharing our frustrations, and helpful tips, we hope plus size women will feel less alone and more supported! Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 old to start all over again with a newborn? All of these questions have played on repeat in my head so I hit record and poured out my uncertainties during this episode of the Plus Mommy Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 size women can be empowered and prepare for their labor and birth. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 cover all things plus size babywearing, talk about babywearing for babies with special needs, and the importance of accessibility to aesthetics. If you’ve ever been interested in babywearing, you’re going to love this episode! Learn more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 talk about it! Fat fertility coach, Nicola Salomon, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to have a frank conversation about plus size fertility struggles. Learn more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My husband, Chris McLellan, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share a dad's perspective on plus size pregnancy, birth, and miscarriage.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 the increased risks when you’re plus size and pregnant. Find additional plus size pregnancy resources and articles mentioned in our show notes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

Kassey joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her first birth story that ended with a cesarean, her journey to deciding to have a vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC) with her second, and her VBAC birth story as a plus size woman. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Plus Size Yoga Instructor Amber Karnes reminds us that yoga is for every body during this week's episode of the Plus Mommy Podcast. Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marie Denee, the powerhouse behind The Curvy Fashionista, shares all things plus size fashion. Marie shares her journey to building a plus size fashion resource empire. We talk about how accessibility to fashion impacts body image and so much more! Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aubre Tompkins, a Certified Nurse Midwife for nine years, answers questions about being a fat-friendly midwife, the midwifery model of care, and how to connect with a size-friendly care provider. Learn more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Experienced doula Kira Kimble joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about how doulas support plus size moms. We explore not only what a doula does but all the benefits of hiring one. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices