Plus Mommy Podcast

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 conversation about how we can rethink childbirth by experiencing physiologic birth. Adriana talks about the physiology of childbirth. She shares how to tap into what our body is designed to do! Tune in as this episode isn’t just for those wanting an unmedicated birth!

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 light, it will motivate others to be their own best healthcare advocate. This is a painful and yet beautiful story that will stay with you!

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 all night in Times Square, but I am telling you to do whatever it is that you’ve dreamed of doing. Stop waiting on your weight to be permitted to live your best life. Go after whatever it is that you genuinely want NOW and enjoy every minute of the adventure that awaits you!

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 realistic intentions for growth.

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.

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.

For many, the holiday season isn’t the most wonderful time of the year. It’s a time when we’re stressed out! We’re worried about seeing family members who make unsolicited comments about our weight. Let alone all the diet talk that will occur around the beautifully decorated table. I’m here to help with The Plus Size Girl’s Guide To Setting Healthy Boundaries!

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 the seatbelt doesn’t fit when you get into a car and how to navigate car shopping when you have a large body.

If you’re plus size and planning to nurse, it’s reasonable to question, “Does being plus size make it harder to breastfeed?” I’m joined by Suzanne of Plus Size Breastfeeding to dig into this topic with helpful tips and resources. We’re answering the most commonly asked questions about breastfeeding when you’re plus size.

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! During our time together, we not only address the unique needs of plus size patients but how people can be their own best advocate.

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 issues and represent the diversity we see in the world around us! She gives us a behind the scenes look at the work she’s creating and her hopes for the future of film.

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 sunshine teach us the great importance of listening to our bodies. To know, as Mikki did, when something is wrong.

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 awareness and support to the approximate 11% of women living with Lipedema. The number is probably much higher, and that’s why our voices need to become much louder. This is Tina's story! She shares her diagnosis, Lipedema treatment, and how her condition dramatically progressed after the cesarean birth of her son.

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 unforgettable VMA performance.

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 for kids who don't want to be in boosters. As Braeden says, "Cool kids can also be safe kids!"