Episodios

  • Navigating the Canadian Maternity Care System: Tips from a Nurse

    Navigating the Canadian Maternity Care System: Tips from a Nurse
    Jul 16 2024
    Laura Proud, a registered nurse, lactation consultant, and founder of Beyond the Bump Education based in Canada, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to explore the intricacies of the Canadian maternity care system. In this episode, Laura discusses the challenges of accessing midwifery care, effective strategies for informed consent and advocacy, and the critical role of Health at Every Size® practitioners in supporting positive birth outcomes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 m
  • Size-Inclusive Home Birth Midwife Shares Her Journey and Insights

    Size-Inclusive Home Birth Midwife Shares Her Journey and Insights
    Jul 10 2024
    Samantha Venn is a certified professional midwife, VBAC mom (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean), surrogate, and bereaved parent. She shares her powerful journey from facing fatphobia during her first pregnancy to becoming a home birth midwife dedicated to providing size-inclusive care. Discover the transformative impact of compassionate, evidence-based midwifery care, and gain valuable insights into navigating plus size pregnancy and home birth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    59 m
  • One Story of Faith, Bias, and Advocacy in Plus Size Maternity Care

    One Story of Faith, Bias, and Advocacy in Plus Size Maternity Care
    Jul 2 2024
    Sabrina, a nurse, shares her empowering journey through plus size pregnancy. She underscores the importance of self-advocacy and informed decision-making, recounting her experience with using semaglutide and then discovering her pregnancy, navigating healthcare with religious beliefs that impact care, addressing racial biases, and health concerns during pregnancy. Sabrina's story is a powerful reminder of the need for size-inclusive, respectful, and culturally sensitive maternity care. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 3 m
  • Practical Postpartum Tips: From Bowel Movements to Boundaries

    Practical Postpartum Tips: From Bowel Movements to Boundaries
    Jun 25 2024
    Let’s jump straight into the nitty-gritty of postpartum tips, covering things many people want to know but might be afraid to ask. Shari Stamps, a postpartum educator, doula, certified breastfeeding specialist, and cranial sacral therapist, shares essential tips for navigating the postpartum period. Whether you're a new parent or a birth professional, this episode is packed with practical advice for a smoother, more comfortable postpartum recovery. Tune in to learn how to nurture your body, seek professional support, and maintain healthy relationships during this transformative time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 m
  • Helpful Tips for Labor Induction in a Larger Body from a Nurse

    Helpful Tips for Labor Induction in a Larger Body from a Nurse
    Jun 18 2024
    Join us as Lilly Schott, a nurse in reproductive and community health, shares invaluable advice on preparing for labor induction. With nearly 20 years of experience, Lilly provides insights into the induction process, highlighting the importance of informed consent, shared decision-making, and compassionate care. Don’t miss this episode filled with essential tips and expert guidance for navigating labor induction in a larger body. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 m
  • Size-Inclusive Doula Confronts the Topics We Tend to Avoid

    Size-Inclusive Doula Confronts the Topics We Tend to Avoid
    Jun 11 2024
    Size-inclusive doula Heidi Snyderburn, with over 20 years experience, addresses often overlooked challenges that plus size families face throughout maternity care. Heidi discusses the use of inclusive language, supporting those with a history of disordered eating, and the importance of size-inclusive equipment. She also emphasizes disclosing past trauma for comprehensive support and a positive birthing experience. We dive deep in this episode, covering important yet sensitive topics with strong content warnings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    53 m
  • Karen's Queer Plus Size Fertility Story: Self-Advocacy and Triumph

    Karen's Queer Plus Size Fertility Story: Self-Advocacy and Triumph
    Jun 4 2024
    In this episode, we hear Karen's queer plus size fertility story—a compelling tale of resilience, advocacy, and finding the right support during a challenging five-year journey. Supported by a loving partner, Karen's story highlights the unique challenges faced by plus size and queer individuals during fertility treatments, emphasizing the biases and obstacles encountered. Through determination and self-advocacy, Karen overcame these challenges and achieved their dream of parenthood. Join us to gain practical advice and hope for overcoming similar obstacles. (Please excuse the audio hiccups during the recording—it's well worth listening!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 h y 21 m
  • Helpful Parenting Tips to Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham

    Helpful Parenting Tips to Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham
    May 28 2024
    Dana Abraham, founder of Lemon Lime Adventures and author of Calm the Chaos, has supported thousands of families. She shares transformative strategies for parenting, emphasizing connection, understanding, and empowerment. Discover practical tips to create a harmonious family environment and confidently navigate the most challenging parenting moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 m