Plus Mommy Podcast

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. Listen, as Kasey shares her story of pregnancy after an ectopic pregnancy and the pain of holding onto secrets, we shouldn't have to keep. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 very intimate and pointed conversation with my OB; I told her to fight for me. I read too many articles for my own good about the maternal death rate for Black women. Not only was I Black but I was a plus size pregnant w...

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 breastfeeding when you are plus size looks different! There are unique obstacles plus size people face while breastfeeding. From the lack of plus size nursing apparel to a delay in milk production and how plus size...

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

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 amount of weight, the realization she had an eating disorder, and the path she walks daily to self-love and acceptance. Sarah tells the story of her body – a body that is so much more than a before and after sto...

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 Ahmed of Sugar Land Sara. We have an open and honest discussion about our bodies, mental health, and inclusion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Ahmed of Sugar Land Sara. We have an open and honest discussion about our bodies, mental health, and inclusion.

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 shares her journey to self-acceptance, turning an idea into a business, and her new book, A Kid's Book About Body Image . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 much more about the midwifery model of care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pia Schiavo-Campo is the thought-provoking voice behind the blog Chronicles of a Mixed Fat Chick. Pia writes about how topics like fat acceptance and body image intersect with race. Pia was my guest for episode 13. We had such a meaningful conversation that I wanted to replay it now for episode 104 with a special message from Pia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christina Wells America's Got Talent semifinalist believed for many years that she was too big to become a professional singer. That same woman received a standing ovation seconds into her America's Got Talent audition in 2018! Christina joined the podcast to tell her story during episode 36. She comes on today for a brief but important message, and then we replay her inspiring episode. Learn more...

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 privilege. I hope it helps others to understand their privilege, so we can all come together to create change.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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

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 podcast. We hope by being so open, we help others to feel less alone. We're also celebrating the second anniversary and 100th episode of the Plus Mommy Podcast! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

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 marriage. It wasn't until after getting married that Tara would finally understand her condition. This is Tara's story!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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? Annie, a woman who has undergone IUI and IVF fertility treatments in a larger body, talks about all the things she wishes she would've known. She shares insider tips that could've saved her a lot of time and...

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 has over ten million downloads. If you're considering writing your birth story, this episode will provide you with helpful tips and beautiful insights. Every birth story matters, and it's never too late to...

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 daughter about how her stretch marks are actually "glitter stripes!" Listen in as she shares her journey and inspirational messages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 story! As a plus size woman with preeclampsia, Emily went on an emotional and physical rollercoaster that you won't soon forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 conversation that will leave you feeling less alone. We're sharing our tips for mental wellness, addressing concerns about binge eating, a response to the fat-shaming quarantine memes, and even navigating homescho...

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 conversation that will leave you feeling less alone. We're sharing our tips for mental wellness, addressing concerns about binge eating, a response to the fat-shaming quarantine memes, and even navigating homescho...

Ashley Dorough shares her journey from being in the TV and film costume industry to becoming an influential plus size fashion blogger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 her pregnancy, but Miranda had to remain strong for her daughter. Miranda's story is one of love, loss, and joy. Listen in as she openly shares with a trigger warning for stillbirth. Learn more about your...

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 me to experience, but it's not my postpartum story. I'm sharing my baby blues postpartum experience in hopes it helps to normalize that postpartum isn't always what we expect it to be. And that's okay! Learn...

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 Crenshaw and Ady Meschke is a body-positive kid's book with unapologetic messages of self-love! Listen in as authors Katie and Ady talk about Her Body Can , and the future of Body Can Books. Learn more about your ad ch...