Fat And Pregnant
Michelle Mayefske
Fat & Pregnant– the podcast that’s about plus size pregnancy, parenting and so much more. Learn how you can confidently navigate pregnancy and early parenting without the diet culture BS!
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10/24/23 • 40 min
Join me and intuitive eating coach Stephanie Dodier as we explore the topics of diet culture, intuitive eating and how you can regain body trust.
In this episode we discuss:
- What diet culture and the "thin ideal" are
- The difference between body neutrality and body positivity
- How diet culture and modern maternity care promote a lack of body trust
- Ways you can begin working toward body trust
- How you can begin to change the way you think about food and your body
Follow Stephanie: @stephdodier
Website: stephaniedodier.comLinked InFacebook
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
10/17/23 • 53 min
Hello folks! Tune into this wonderful conversation I had with Tessa Bryant, a full spectrum doula and first time mom from Tennessee.
Tessa experienced what so many others suffer with in silence during pregnancy-- severe sickness, AKA hyperemesis gravidarum. We explore how she navigated that misery while also preparing for her birth.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Tessa's journey through severe pregnancy sickness (hyperemesis gravidarum)
- Tips for coping with HG (and Michelle's cannabis story!)
- How Tessa needed to pivot her home birth plans
- Ways to prepare for a cesarean birth
- The importance of finding a size inclusive provider
Follow Tessa: @thistleandirisbirth
Website: thistleandirisbirth.com
Resources:
(Cannabis)
(Hyperemesis)
Also Mentioned:
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
7. Reconnecting with Your Intuition: Rebecca's Birth Story
Fat And Pregnant
10/09/23 • 46 min
I'm excited for you to hear Rebecca's story of pregnancy, birth and navigating the UK maternity system.
Have a listen to learn how Rebecca's options were limited during her pregnancy simply because of her weight. Her pregnancy came to an unexpected (and exciting!) end and I simply cannot spoil the surprise!
You'll hear us discuss:
- Rebecca's diagnosis of gestational diabetes and how this impacted her care
- Maternity care norms in the UK and how weight stigma comes into the picture
- How Rebecca experienced anxiety during her pregnancy and how she sought support
- The importance of listening to your intuition, even if no one believes you!
- How Rebecca's views and beliefs on birth have changed since her challenging experiences
Resources
- The Midwive's Cauldron Podcast: check out the two episodes on gestational diabetes
- Home Birth Support Group UK (Facebook) with Samantha Gadsden (Doula)
Love Rebecca's birth story and ready to read more?
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
10/07/23 • 48 min
October is Pregnancy, Infant and Child Loss Awareness Month which makes sharing this episode even more special. Join me as Alisha shares her stories of ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage and her journey to conceiving her rainbow baby.
Have a listen to learn how Alisha had to advocate for herself while navigating these experiences with the support of her family, friends and community.
Resources
- Pregnancy After Loss Support
- Miscarriage Association UK
- Féileacáin: Stillbirth and Neonatal Death Association of Ireland
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
3. An Empowering Home Birth for First Time Mom Kayleigh
Fat And Pregnant
10/05/23 • 49 min
I'm excited for you to hear Kayleigh's journey to an autonomous home birth, after she opted out of standard maternity care in Spain.
Have a listen to learn how she navigated a maternity system fraught with weight stigma and how she found the ideal support for her and her family.
You'll hear us discuss:
- Maternity care norms in the Canary Islands of Spain
- The weight stigma Kayleigh experienced during her pregnancy
- Kayleigh's experience in finding body acceptance / positivity and how this impacted her pregnancy
- The birth of Kayleigh's baby boy
- Hints and tips for preparing for your own birth
Love Kayleigh's birth story and ready to read more?
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
21. Body Image and Weight Neutral Dietetics with Amy Rapone
Fat And Pregnant
09/03/24 • 37 min
Exploring big topics in this episode with registered dietician and body liberation advocate Amy Rapone!
In this episode we discuss:
- How weight bias impacts the level of care fat people receive (and don't receive!)
- The principles of health at every size
- Amy's personal journey to becoming a dietician and how this stirred up feelings about her body
- What it means to be a size inclusive dietician and how care may look different when you're working with one
- Tips for improving your body image-- how you perceive and think about your body
Follow Amy: @radlove.nutrition
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
11/07/23 • 41 min
There is so much wisdom in Alice's story of pregnancy and birth. Have a listen to learn how she found the right support for her after she was continually met with weight-biased care.
You'll hear us discuss:
- How Alice was "risked out" out midwife-led care
- The weight bias Alice experienced during pregnancy
- The reasons why Alice decided to have a home birth
- Alice's journey through labor, including a transfer to the hospital
- The reflections Alice has had since giving birth and what she would do differently
Follow Alice: @betweenearthandmoon and @beamwitchery
Website: betweenearthandmoon.com
Facebook: facebook.com/betweenearthandmoon
Love Alice's birth story and ready to read more?
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
11. Plus Size Breastfeeding with Sterling Grey-Simmons
Fat And Pregnant
10/31/23 • 57 min
Join me and breastfeeding specialist Sterling Grey-Simmons as we explore the topic of breastfeeding and considerations for plus size folks.
In this episode we discuss:
- Common challenges associated with breastfeeding
- Ways you can prepare for feeding your little one
- The importance of support and education
- How misinformed professionals and loved ones can negatively impact feeding
- Products that may be helpful for folks preparing to breastfeed
- Hints & tips for breastfeeding in public
Follow Sterling: @loyallactation
Website: loyallactation.orgTikTok: loyallactationResources:
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
8. Birth Trauma and Finding Support with Teela Tomassetti
Fat And Pregnant
10/10/23 • 51 min
Join me and birth trauma specialist Teela Tomassetti as we explore the topic of birth trauma, often called obstetric violence.
In this episode we discuss:
- What birth trauma is and how it can occur
- I share my personal story of birth trauma
- Teela explains the fight, flight, freeze and fawn responses-- which are experienced during trauma
- Ways family and friends can support those who have experienced trauma
- Where you can find support if you have experienced birth trauma
Follow Teela: @theteaonbirthtrauma
Website: theteaonbirthtrauma.com
Resources:
Postpartum Support International
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
12/05/23 • 52 min
Join me and journalist, midwife and author Amity Reed as we discuss the important topic of obstetric violence and how it impacts both families and those working within the maternity system.
In this episode we discuss:
- Amity's journey to midwifery
- How working as a midwife was not what Amity thought it was going to be
- What obstetric violence is and how it is deeply rooted in power and control
- How maternity care workers are also being harmed within the current obstetric model of care
Follow Amity: @amity.reed
Website: amityreed.com
Facebook
White Ribbon Alliance UK
Amity is a midwife, author, and activist. Her first book, 'Overdue: Birth, burnout, and a blueprint for a better NHS' was published in 2020. She also works for reproductive health and rights charity White Ribbon Alliance UK, as their Resource and Programme Development Lead. Amity lives on the Sussex coast with her husband and two teenage children.
Get Your Free Guide! Seven Ways Weight Stigma Can Sabotage Your Pregnancy
Click here to get my book, Fat Birth: Confident, Strong and Empowered Pregnancy at Any size-- It is the go-to resource for plus size pregnancy that will help you tune into your intuition, trust your body and teach you those oh so-important advocacy skills so you can have the autonomous birth you desire!
Leave a review and submit your screenshot here to receive a gift directly to your mailbox!
Connect with Michelle
Instagram: @fat.and.pregnantWebsite: www.fatandpregnant.com
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FAQ
How many episodes does Fat And Pregnant have?
Fat And Pregnant currently has 23 episodes available.
What topics does Fat And Pregnant cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Parenting, Baby, Pregnancy, Doula, Midwife, Podcasts and Birth.
What is the most popular episode on Fat And Pregnant?
The episode title '11. Plus Size Breastfeeding with Sterling Grey-Simmons' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Fat And Pregnant?
The average episode length on Fat And Pregnant is 47 minutes.
How often are episodes of Fat And Pregnant released?
Episodes of Fat And Pregnant are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Fat And Pregnant?
The first episode of Fat And Pregnant was released on Sep 22, 2023.
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