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Plus Mommy PodcastTrying to Conceive in a Plus Size Body: Veronica's StoryTrying to conceive can feel isolating, especially in a plus-size body. In this heartfelt episode, Jen McLellan sits down with Veronica, a cherished member of the Plus Mommy community, to talk candidly about TTC, pregnancy loss, and the impact of weight stigma in healthcare. Veronica’s story offers powerful messages every care provider needs to hear, while reminding those on their own TTC journey that they’re not alone.2025-07-0142 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFat and Pregnant: How to Support Your Mental Health NowBeing pregnant in a larger body comes with unique emotional challenges, and your mental health matters every step of the way. In this episode, psychologist Dr. Linda Baggett joins Jen to talk about therapy, trauma, body image, and how to plan ahead for postpartum wellness. Whether you're navigating anxiety, setting boundaries, or simply seeking validation, this conversation offers real tools and heartfelt support for being fat and pregnant—and beyond. 2025-06-031h 20
Plus Mommy PodcastHow Weight Bias Undermines Standard Midwifery SupportThis episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating pregnancy in a larger body, considering home birth, or simply searching for more respectful, personalized care. Cheryl Furer, a seasoned home birth midwife, joins host Jen McLellan for episode 231 of the Plus Mommy Podcast. Together, they explore what it truly means to support people in larger bodies through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum and how weight bias continues to undermine standard midwifery support. 2025-05-271h 14Plus Mommy PodcastThe NICU and Postpartum: What One Nurse Hopes You KnowWhen your baby needs NICU care, everything changes—physically, emotionally, and unexpectedly. NICU nurse, doula, and lactation consultant Rebecca Servoss joins Jen McLellan to share what she wishes every parent knew about navigating the NICU and postpartum recovery. From practical tips to emotional support, this heartfelt conversation is a must-listen for anyone preparing for birth or healing after it.2025-05-061h 21
Plus Mommy PodcastBias, Burnout, and Liberation in Birth Work with Sabia WadeWhat does liberation really look like in birth work—and how can we move beyond burnout and bias to create true change? In this bold and heartfelt episode, Jen McLellan speaks with Sabia Wade—Black queer CEO, full-spectrum doula, author of Birthing Liberation, and founder of Birthing Advocacy Doula Trainings. Together, they unpack the deep systemic harm within maternity care, especially for Black birthing people and those in larger bodies. From medical gaslighting and BMI discrimination to stress, spiritual disconnection, and inequity in access to care, Sabia shares powerful personal stories and calls for collective transformation in how...2025-04-2251 min
Evidence Based Birth®EBB 348 - Best Practices for Size-Inclusive Birth Care with Jen McLellan of Plus Size Birth Jen McLellan, founder of Plus Size Birth and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, is joining Dr. Dekker to explore how birth workers can provide compassionate, size-inclusive care for people in larger bodies. Jen shares her journey to founding Plus Size Birth, the impact of size bias in healthcare, and practical advice for both expectant parents and birth professionals. Together, they discuss how to challenge assumptions about plus-size pregnancies, the importance of self-advocacy, and how to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all bodies during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. (01:41) Jen’s Journey to Founding Plus Size Birth (03:42) Misconceptions About Plu...2025-02-2656 min
We Are The Family RoomEp 81 - Weight Bias in Pregnancy & So Much More: Jen McLellan from Plus Mommy PodcastIn this episode, Karen talks with Jen McLellan, founder of Plus Size Birth and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast about plus size pregnancy, weight bias, body love, and so much more. Jen is a certified childbirth educator, published author, advocate and mother. Her work has been featured everywhere from Good Morning America and the Today Show, to People and Glamour magazines and publications like The Bump and the National Institute of Health. Jen shares her insights, experience and knowledge, including: her story and why she created Plus Size Birth and then the Plus Mom...2024-03-0552 min
Making It Awkward“#bannedbodies--AI’s Social Media Discrimination with Jen McLellan”Jessica talks with Jen McLellan, about her recent experience getting banned by Meta on both of her Instagram and Facebook accounts. Jen is a certified birth educated, author and founder of Plus Size Birth and host of the Plus Mommy podcast. They discuss the impact of AI discrimination on social media and who will be most impacted by this. Jen shares her call to action to address this.
You can contact the show at makingitawkwardpod@gmail.com
Follow Jessica on Instagram @jessicawilson.msrd and TikTok @byjessicawilson
You can watch this episode at h...2023-12-0728 min
Plus Mommy PodcastNavigating Weight Bias at the Doctor’s Office: A Personal AccountJoin us for a moving and impactful conversation as host Jen McLellan interviews her mother, Kathryn. At 71, Kathryn has turned an encounter with weight bias at the doctor's office into a lesson on self-advocacy. Despite visiting a doctor for an eye infection, Kathryn found herself in an uncomfortable situation where the focus was shifted to her weight, overshadowing her immediate health concern. Determined to change this narrative, Kathryn shares her story. Then, she talks with Jen about strategies for self-advocacy in healthcare settings, inspiring listeners to take control of their health narratives and assert their needs. Join us for...2023-07-2654 min
The Amplify Her Podcast127. Plus Size Pregnancy and Birth with Jen McLellan aka Plus MommyToday's episode is a dream! Jen McLellan aka Plus Mommy joins the show to chat about her incredible work highlighting care and needs for people with larger bodies who are pregnant, giving birth, and in postpartum. Jen is the founder of plussizebirth.com and the Plus Mommy Podcast!
You can find Jen here:
https://plussizebirth.com/
https://www.instagram.com/plussizebirth/
https://www.facebook.com/PlusSizeBirth/
Enjoy Jen's Size-Friendly Care Providers Guide: https://plussizebirth.com/subscribe
Join today's Amplify Her Networking Group (June 7th) at 1:00pm EST at www.amplifyhermedia.com/networking2023-06-0757 min
Plus Mommy PodcastCan I Have An Unmedicated Hospital Birth? Yes – Here’s How!Are you pondering the possibility of an unmedicated birth, particularly in a hospital setting? This episode is for you! With her experience of giving birth without pain medication and professional expertise as a childbirth educator, Jen McLellan offers invaluable advice, helpful tips, and motivation for having an unmedicated childbirth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-05-171h 16
Ask the Doulas PodcastPlus Size Pregnancy Misconceptions with Jen McLellan of Plus Size BirthSend us a textKristin Revere chats with Jen McLellan of Plus Size Birth about the misconceptions surrounding pregnant plus-size women.Please leave a review on our podcast if you enjoyed this episode, so we can reach more listeners like you!Subscribe to our newsletter, check out Kristin’s birth and baby book, and see more about our Doula services & online courses below:https://linktr.ee/goldcoastdoulasKeywords: Plus Size Pregnancy | Jen McLellan | Plus Size Birth | Body Positivity | Pr...2023-04-0833 min
Plus Mommy PodcastAttainable Resolutions?! Trying New (And Easy) Things In 2023Let's chat about starting the new year with attainable resolutions by taking tiny steps that make a big impact. First, I open up about slight changes I've made. Of course, I'm talking about embarrassingly simple tasks many do without thinking but I've neglected. Then I dive deeper by discussing setting boundaries and focusing on mental health. So, if you want to start the year with positive intentions that are easy to implement, tune into this episode with yours truly, Jen McLellan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-01-0425 min
We Go There PodcastS6 | E60 Plus Size Pregnancy + Birth with Jen McLellanJen McLellan helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood. Jen is also a certified childbirth educator, wife, and mother to a charismatic twelve-year-old. In this episode Jen shares tips for those living in larger bodies - from preconception to postpartum - as well as how we can all be allies and create space for EVERY BODY.
Jen Shares:
Jen’s experience with plus size pregnancy + birth
Misconceptions about plus size pregnancy and birth
How we can all be a...2022-11-2247 min
Embodiment for the Rest of UsEmbodied Pregnancy, Travel, and Podcasting while Plus Size with Jen McLellan - EFTROU: S2, Ep11Embodiment for the Rest of Us - Season 2, Episode 10: Jen McLellan
Chavonne (she/her) and Jenn (she/her) interviewed Jen McLellan (she/her) about her embodiment journey.
Jen McLellan, CBE, is a published author, founder of Plus Size Birth, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast. She helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood.
With over 7 million page views, Plus Size Bith is the premier plus size pregnancy resource trusted by...2022-10-061h 08
Plus Mommy PodcastPregnant And Plus Size - 7 Things No One Prepares You ForTalking about being pregnant and plus size is becoming normalized, as evident by the #plussizeandpregnant hashtag reaching nearly 25 million views on TikTok. Even with access to supportive information becoming readily available, there are some questions people secretly ponder. Jen McLellan, certified childbirth educator, founder of Plus Size Birth, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, answers seven questions people mull over but might have trouble openly discussing. From facing internalized fatphobia to having tough conversations with care providers - we're going there! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-09-0642 min
The Happy Birthway PodcastPlus Size Pregnancy & Birth w/ Jen McLellanThose who are plus-sized often face a lot of judgment and shame from obstetrical providers. They are made to feel undeserving of the same compassionate medical care that smaller people get. They are automatically labeled as "high risk" even if they have no other risk factors other than their size. Jen McLellan is a published author, founder of Plus Size Birth, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast. She helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood. Her work has been featured in...2022-08-1955 min
The Birth Lounge PodcastEp. 193: Advocating for Unbiased Care in a Bigger Body with Jen McLellanJen McLellan is a published author, founder of Plus Size Birth, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast. She helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood. Jen has grown a community of over 230,000 via the Plus Mommy Facebook page. Her work has been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, Glamour, Today's Parent, Huffington Post, and International Doula.
She authored the My Plus Size Pregnancy Guide and co-wrote the Amazon bestseller, The Peachie Moms Guide to Body Lov...2022-05-0337 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat The Media Gets Wrong About Plus Size Pregnancy RisksA recent health alert on Good Morning America by ABC's Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Jen Ashton spread misleading information about the increased risk of stillbirth for plus size people. News reports like these leave people feeling scared and further perpetuate a false narrative that plus size people don't have healthy outcomes during pregnancy. We need to hold the media accountable and stop the fearmongering. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-03-2837 min
Plus Mommy PodcastActor Jen Ponton Dishes About Dietland, Fat Activism, And MoreActor Jen Ponton, best known as Rubi in AMC's Dietland, is as passionate as the characters she plays! Listen as she dishes about how she almost got the role as Kate from This Is Us and why Dietland didn't get picked up for a second season. Jen holds nothing back, speaking openly about sexism, racism, and fatphobia in Hollywood and beyond. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-12-061h 25
Peach, Please! PLUS SIZE COMMUNITY I SELF LOVE I FAT POSITIVITY I SIZE ACCEPTANCEEp 79 "Oh baby!" with Jen McLellanHey peaches! This week I am talking to Jen McLellan AKA Plus Mommy! Jen is a published author, founder of Plus Size Birth, and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast. She helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood. Here is an article that Jen mentions in our conversation: plussizebirth.com/vagina-too-fat-to-give-birth/ And here is how you can connect with Jen: @plussizebirth on Instagram and Facebook @plusmommy on Instagram and Facebook TW: Mention of...2021-11-171h 03
Plus Mommy PodcastHow To Find A Fat-Friendly Doctor And Why It's Worth The SearchFollowing a summer hiatus, we're back covering a topic that needs to be talked about far more often - how to connect with a fat-friendly doctor! Jen McLellan shares her recent experience searching for a care provider, and the impact size-friendly care makes. You'll learn five tips for connecting with a fat-friendly doctor and tools for self-advocacy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-08-2346 min
Fuel Her Awesome- Food Freedom, Intuitive Eating, Empowered Eating, Overcoming Obsession With Weight Loss, Strength Training23 || Learning to Love Yourself through Health at Every Size, Challenging Fatphobia, and Self Advocacy. Interview with author, speaker, and ultimate awesome human: Jen McLellanIt is time we rethink how we define and categorize health. Health doesn’t have a specific shape, size, or color.
In fact, health is not something we can see at all.
In this episode Jen McLellan, author, speaker, host of the Plus Mommy Podcast and awesome human, joins Fuel Her Awesome for an important and powerful conversation. This heart-to-heart is about her journey as she discovers she is STRONG, ENOUGH, and WORTHY… as she is (no weight loss required). We talk about health at every size, fat-phobia, healthy eating and exercising in a large...2021-05-241h 12
Plus Mommy PodcastQ&A With Jen And Chris + Plus Mommy's Third AnniversaryHi, friends! Today we're celebrating the third anniversary of the Plus Mommy Podcast with so much gratitude for our listeners and guests. We can't believe the show has received over 200,000 downloads! During this episode, Chris and I take questions from the @plusmommy community on Instagram. From parenting to intimacy questions, we remain as transparent as ever! We hope our answers help others feel less alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-05-2446 min
Plus Mommy PodcastHow A Plus Size Pregnancy Blog Changed My LifeOn April 6, 2011, following a healthy plus size pregnancy and positive birth experience, I launched my first blog post. I desperately wanted to change the narrative around plus size pregnancy and thought telling my story could make a difference. Ten years and nearly 6.5 million pageviews later, I'm forever thankful I decided to share my story! Hear the full story during this episode, as I (Jen McLellan) become the guest, and Mia O'Malley joins the show as the host. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-04-061h 14
InCastSeason 5 Episode 2: A Pregnancy For Every Body with Jen McLellan of Plus Size Birth When Jen was pregnant in 2010, she realized that she was being treated differently because she exists in a larger body. Determined to make her plan for an unmedicated birth a reality, Jen researched and found a midwife who supported and encouraged her to pursue the birth plan she wanted. After the birth of her baby, she decided to start a blog to share her story, but soon it was clear that this was not just about her own story. She became a childbirth educator and created an evidence-based website and podcast that includes positive resources, so she could change others’ stories as well. ...2021-03-1752 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat It’s Like To Take Boudoir Photos When You Are Plus SizeHave you ever thought about taking boudoir photos when you are plus size? During this episode, Jen shares her invigorating experiences and interviews photographer Melisa Mullins. Melissa's specialty is milk bath photography! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-12-071h 01
Plus Mommy PodcastAsk Me Anything About Pregnancy When You Are Plus SizeHost Jen McLellan answers questions submitted by the Plus Mommy Instagram community about pregnancy when you are plus size. During this episode, we’re also joined by family nurse practitioner Flynn O'Neill to discuss the Myriad Prequel Prenatal Screen. This noninvasive prenatal screen produces highly accurate results for all patient types, regardless of BMI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-10-1254 min
Mom Genes The Podcast34: Your Story with Jen McLellanThe “Your Story” Series This week we are sharing the story of Jen McLellan, known for her work in advocacy for plus size birth. We discuss this week how the stigmas that those in larger bodies receive in health care, and the lack of willingness from medical providers to see plus size bodies as beautiful, strong, worthy and equal to other bodies, leads to an increase in poor medical care. This can range from inappropriate touch, exaggerating statistics of high risk, making inappropriate recommendations of weight loss due to the doctor’s own bias or denial of natura...2020-09-2247 min
Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting JourneyEp. 116: Plus-Size Pregnancy with Jen McLellanShanna and Laura talk with the founder of Plus Size Birth and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, Jen McLellan, about the challenges plus-size people face when pregnant, her journey to becoming an advocate for plus-size pregnancy, advice on finding body-positive care providers and more! You can find Jen and all her resources at https://plussizebirth.com. Also, Laura reports on feeling baby kicks much earlier in her second pregnancy than in her first, and Shanna talks about her toddler’s favorite new early 1990s songs to sing. Finally, they reveal their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s to...2020-09-211h 00
Plus Mommy PodcastQ&A With A Size-Friendly DoulaJill Dillner, a size-friendly doula with over 15 years of experience, joins the podcast to talk about how plus size parents can benefit from working with a doula. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-09-071h 17
Plus Mommy PodcastProject Runway Winner Ashley Nell Tipton Tells Her StoryPlus size fashion designer Ashley Nell Tipton tells the story behind becoming the winner of Project Runway Season 14. She digs in deep and shares what happened on and off-screen. As well as how her life has changed since winning the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-08-311h 25
Plus Mommy PodcastEmily McAllister Shares Her Journey To SobrietyRecovery advocate, Emily McAllister, opens up about her journey to sobriety. She shares how her addiction intertwined with an eating disorder that nearly broke her. This is a courageous story of what it takes to change the trajectory of your life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-08-241h 19
Plus Mommy PodcastPregnancy After Ectopic Pregnancy - Kasey's Story Of HopeAt 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/adchoices2020-08-171h 19
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat It's Like To Be Pregnant When You Are Black And Plus SizeTennielle 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 woman.” This is an episode that care providers should listen to, and we can all learn a great deal from! Lear...2020-08-101h 37
Birth With PowerEp79: Facts and Misconceptions About Plus-Size Pregnancy and Care with Jen McLellanJen McLellan joins us today to talk about pregnancy for plus-sized people, how providers can provide more compassionate care, and shifts she's seeing in the medical field now. We cover common misconceptions people have about plus size pregnancies, why we must be aware of our own biases when providing care, and how to have a great pregnancy and birth experience as a plus size parent.Check out ncrcoaching.com/episode79 for complete show notes, and join my email list at ncrcoaching.com/email-signup/!Learn more about donating your cord blood and get up to $100 Amazon gif...2020-08-041h 05
Plus Mommy Podcast7 Things You Need To Know About Breastfeeding When You Are Plus SizeIn 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 moms are sometimes mistreated in public - she talks about it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-08-0357 min
Plus Mommy PodcastPlus Size Mom Shares Her Unforgettable VBAC StoryBeloved 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/adchoices2020-07-271h 07
Plus Mommy PodcastBeyond Before And After With Sarah Nicole Landry Of The Birds PapayaWith 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 story! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-07-201h 01
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat Happens When Two Moms Talk About Mental Health And InclusionHave 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/adchoices2020-07-141h 06
Plus Mommy PodcastYelp For Fat People? It’s About Time!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/adchoices2020-07-0656 min
Plus Mommy PodcastConsidering Working With A Midwife? Here's What You Need To KnowDo 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/adchoices2020-06-2959 min
Plus Mommy PodcastRace, Adoption, & Body Love With Pia Schiavo-Campo - Update & ReplayPia 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/adchoices2020-06-1533 min
Plus Mommy PodcastChristina Wells America’s Got Talent Semifinalist - Update & ReplayChristina 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 about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-06-0958 min
Plus Mommy PodcastRecognizing My White PrivilegeWith 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/adchoices2020-06-0218 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat It Is Like To Be Fat-Shamed By Your OBGYN With Kat StroudPlus 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/adchoices2020-05-2638 min
Plus Mommy PodcastPlus Size Relationship Q & A - The McLellan's Tell-AllThere 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 megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-05-1959 min
Plus Mommy PodcastDo I Have Vaginismus? Tara's StoryDo 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/adchoices2020-05-1142 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFertility Treatments In A Larger Body – What You Need To KnowWhat 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 grief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-05-0444 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWrite Your Birth Story - With Bryn Of The Birth Hour PodcastBryn 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 write yours! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-04-2747 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFrom Stretch Marks To Glitter Stripes – Self-Love For MomsAllison 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/adchoices2020-04-2056 min
Plus Mommy PodcastEmily Shares What To Expect When You Give Birth With PreeclampsiaHave 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/adchoices2020-04-131h 24
Plus Mommy Podcast9 Special Messages To The Plus Size Mom Feeling All AloneLet’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 homeschooling. We are in this together! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-04-0639 min
The Family Brain with Megan GipsonEpisode 71: Plus Mommy with Jen McLellan
Jen McLellan was excited to start a family but as she looked around for examples of happy plus sized
pregnant women, she found that most of those searches came up with results for a lot of gloom and
doom and cropped out bodies. Jen had a healthy birth with the help of a doula and was inspired to help
other women not feel so alone in their plus sized pregnancy journey.
If you are a person of size, you may relate to many of Jen’s experiences. If you are a person of less size,
you will benefit from learning wh...2020-03-3145 min
Plus Mommy PodcastTV And Film Stylist Turned Plus Size Fashion Blogger – Ashley DoroughAshley 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/adchoices2020-03-3058 min
Plus Mommy PodcastMiranda's Plus Size Fertility And Birth StoryMiranda, 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 ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-03-231h 04
Plus Mommy PodcastNo One Prepared Me For A Baby Blues Postpartum ExperienceBefore 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 more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-03-0943 min
Plus Mommy PodcastHer Body Can With Authors Katie Crenshaw And Ady MeschkeIn 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 choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-03-0233 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat Happens When You See Bodies That Look Like Yours RepresentedAt the age of 11, Sierra Holmes, founder of the blog Eclectic Kurves, first realized her body wouldn’t be celebrated by every retailer. With a background in plus size fashion, her work was born out of necessity to see bodies that look like hers represented. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the power of sharing your story and the importance of representation. We also share messages of self-love and give practical plus size fashion tips! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-02-2443 min
Plus Mommy PodcastMusings On Plus Size MotherhoodTwo moms whose lives are not Pinterest worthy, spend time musing on plus size motherhood. Join us for an honest conversation about motherhood, mental health, and body image with Aryn Hinton of Musings On Motherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-02-1747 min
Plus Mommy Podcast9 Things You Need To Know Before Going On A Cruise While Plus SizeDo you want to go on a cruise as a plus size person but have concerns? Travel Agents and seasoned plus size travelers, Jimmy and Amanda of Chubby And Away, talk about going on a cruise while plus size. We’re covering all your concerns and bringing up some points you probably haven’t even considered! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-02-101h 04
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat Is Physiologic Birth And How To Experience It?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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-02-0453 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFrom Cancer To Motherhood – A Story Of Strength And SurvivalLauren 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-01-2745 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFrom Being Stranded In New York To One Of The Best Nights Of My LifeI 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! 2020-01-2245 min
Plus Mommy PodcastNew Year, Same You (And That’s Okay)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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-01-1344 min
Plus Mommy PodcastHow Can I Be A Fat Ally? An Uncensored ConversationHow 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-12-1657 min
Plus Mommy PodcastAsk Me Anything With Jen McLellanFrom 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-12-0244 min
Plus Mommy PodcastThe Plus Size Girl’s Guide To Setting Healthy Boundaries REPLAYFor 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. Or worse, people who say things about our kid’s 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! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-11-2531 min
Plus Mommy PodcastLarger Bodies And Cars – What You Need To KnowChaya 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-11-1843 min
Plus Mommy PodcastDoes Being Plus Size Make It Harder To Breastfeed?If you’re plus size and planning to nurse, it’s reasonable to question, “Does being plus size make it harder to breastfeed?” The answer is being plus size doesn’t automatically make breastfeeding harder. With that said, there are unique obstacles people of size face while nursing. From a lot of misinformation to a lack of plus size nursing bras and apparel – breastfeeding can suck (pun intended). 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....2019-11-111h 02
Plus Mommy PodcastPlus Size Labor And Delivery - Everything You Need To KnowA 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-11-041h 14
Plus Mommy PodcastFilmmaker Ana Lydia Monaco Talks About Diversifying HollywoodAward-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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-10-2850 min
Plus Mommy PodcastI Knew Something Was Wrong – A Preeclampsia Birth StoryAll 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-10-2158 min
Evidence Based Birth®EBB 99 - Plus Size Pregnancy and Birth with Jen McLellanIn this episode I am joined by Jen McLellan, author, speaker, and founder of the website Plus Size Birth and the Plus Mommy blog. She is also host of the popular podcast Plus Mommy, and is a certified childbirth educator, wife, and mother. With more than four million page views on her blog, Jen is passionate about helping others navigate the bumps along the road of motherhood. Jen notes that her doula’s recommendation to look into the midwife model of care changed the course of her first pregnancy. As she had first began care under an ob...2019-10-1642 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhy We Need To Be Talking About Lipedema TreatmentWhen 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-10-1451 min
Plus Mommy PodcastPlus Size Fashion From The 1990s To Now With Jen WilderPlus 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-10-0740 min
Plus Mommy PodcastThis Is What Happened After I Spoke Up About Booster SafetyI 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!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-09-3033 min
Yoga Birth BabiesPrenatal Weight Shaming with Jen McLellanOne Wednesday morning, during circle time, a student bravely spoke up about an experience she had at her last prenatal appointment. Her doctor told her she had gained too much weight between visits. The woman left her appointment upset, ashamed and confused about what to do next. Upon hearing, I too was confused and had no answer to give her other than weight gain is not linear and not be so hard on herself.That conversation inspired this episode of Yoga|Birth |Babies with Jen McLellan. Jen is a certified childbirth educator, published author, speaker, founder of...2019-09-2549 min
Plus Mommy PodcastTo The Mom Afraid Of Wearing A SwimsuitTo the mom afraid of wearing a swimsuit - just wear the suit! Carly Anderson, the founder of Just Wear The Suit, shares her journey to self-love by putting on a bathing suit. Now she's building a massive community of moms of all sizes who are proudly rocking their bathing suits! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-09-0943 min
Plus Mommy PodcastA Promising Look At The Evidence Behind Plus Size Pregnancy RisksIf you spend a few minutes Googling “plus size pregnancy risks,” it’s nearly impossible to believe that people of size can have a healthy pregnancy. But what does the evidence say? The facts might surprise you! Rebecca Dekker, PhD, RN, the founder of Evidence Based Birth®, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast for a needed conversation about the evidence behind plus size pregnancy risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-09-0252 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat Happens When You Do Weight Watchers As A KidPlus size moms speak out and share their stories of what happens when you do Weight Watchers as a kid. The result is not what Weight Watchers, now rebranded as WW, is marketing with its new Kurbo App for kids. Learn More. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-2657 min
Plus Mommy PodcastThe Ultimate Guide To Disneyland For Plus Size GuestsDisney magic is accessible to people of all sizes and ages. You just have to be a little strategic when you’re visiting Disneyland, as a person of size. Sam Reyes, a self-proclaimed Disney Dork, joins me in covering all things Disneyland for plus size guests. It’s our hope that the insights shared here, from preparing for your day to discussing what rides we absolutely love, will help you to plan your next trip to Disneyland and California Adventure. Learn more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-191h 43
Plus Mommy PodcastAmy's LGBTQ Pregnancy And Birth StoriesThis is Amy and her husband Chris' LGBTQ pregnancy and birth stories. After many failed IUIs and being fat-shamed by an OB-GYN, both Chris and Amy carried children into this world. Amy and I also have an important conversation about inclusivity during pregnancy for LGBTQ families. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-1252 min
Plus Mommy PodcastThe Breastfeeding Complication We’re Not Talking About EnoughAs a society, we're quick to blame the mom if breastfeeding isn't established. Dr. Linda Dahl joins the Plus Mommy Podcast for a fascinating conversation about a breastfeeding complication we're not talking about enough. A baby's anatomical characteristics are far more often to blame than a mom's inability to produce milk! Learn more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-08-051h 01
Plus Mommy PodcastExercising Balance In MotherhoodFormer Broadway dancer, Amy Griffith joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share how she exercises balance. We talk about real self-care and how to take time to breathe as busy moms. Amy and I don't shy away from how messy motherhood can be but focus on how to reduce stress and find balance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-2940 min
Plus Mommy PodcastMarriage Q&A With Chris And Jen McLellanMy husband, Chris, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast as we answer questions about marriage following our 11th wedding anniversary. We are completely transparent, sharing our struggles and how we've strengthened our marriage throughout the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-2245 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFinding Your Voice – Tracie-Anne’s Plus Size Birth StoriesTracie-Ann shares her two very different plus size birth stories. She explains how advocating for herself during her second birth made all the difference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-1654 min
The BumpCastWeek 34 and Jen McLellan from Plus Size BirthCongratulations mama and welcome to week 34 of your pregnancy! Baby weighs in at 4.7 pounds and around 17.7 inches. Did you know that your baby can hear your voice and recognize even your partner’s voice! Thebump.com states: Some experts say that, after birth, babies can recognize songs mom sang while pregnant; they may even be more easily soothed by those familiar tunes once they're “on the outside.” You may want to start thinking about your hospital stay (if that’s your thing) and make sure you’ve revi...2019-07-0844 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWhat Fertility Clinics Don’t Want To Admit About Weight BiasAuthor Virginia Sole-Smith ignited a needed conversation with her article, "When You're Told You're Too Fat to Get Pregnant." Virginia joins episode 62 of the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about her New York Times published article and what fertility clinics don't want to admit about weight bias. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-0850 min
Plus Mommy PodcastFat, Fierce, And Fearless With Corissa Enneking Of Fat Girl FlowCorissa Enneking joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her journey to building Fat Girl Flow. She talks about the obstacles of having a loud voice in the body positive movement and her plans for the future. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-07-0142 min
Plus Mommy PodcastGestational Diabetes And Pregnancy Nutrition When You’re Plus SizeLily Nichols is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator, and author of Real Food For Gestational Diabetes and Real Food For Pregnancy. She joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about how we can rethink Gestational Diabetes and pregnancy nutrition when you’re plus size. Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-06-2553 min
Plus Mommy PodcastPregnancy And Postpartum Sex When You're Plus SizeSex educator Meg Snyder joins us to talk about all things pregnancy and postpartum sex when you’re plus size. From communication, postpartum changes, plus size sex positions, to size-friendly adult toys – we’re talking about it all! Learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2019-06-1743 min
Plus Mommy PodcastA Dad’s Perspective On Plus Size Pregnancy, Birth, and MiscarriageMy 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/adchoices2019-03-1147 min
The Virtual Midwife3: Jen Mclellan Plus MommyIn April of 2011, Jen McLellan launched the Plus Size Mommy Memoirs (now called Plus Mommy) blog, housed within the Plus Size Birthwebsite. This award-winning blog, which has received over 4 million pageviews, focused on topics ranging from plus size pregnancy to birth, body positivity to motherhood. A Facebook page and exploded overnight and brought together thousands of plus size women of all walks of life.
After blogging for seven years Jen felt a desire to try something new and deeper explore topics surrounding motherhood and body image. The Plus Size Birth website is now focused on conception, pregnancy and postpartum for...2019-02-2839 min
Plus Mommy PodcastCanadian Mom Blogger Shares Her Postpartum StrugglesCanadian mom blogger, Just Jen P, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to share her plus size pregnancy story and postpartum struggles. It’s fascinating to hear stories from moms around the world. Jen, being a plus size Canadian mom blogger, shares how her access to Universal Healthcare and paid maternity leave is entirely different from what most families experience in the United States. Jen left the hospital after giving birth with only a parking bill. As her daughter is taking her first steps, she is still on maternity leave. While on leave, she has...2018-08-1940 min
Plus Mommy PodcastIs It Possible To Have A Plus Size VBAC?It is possible to have a plus size VBAC if you’re a good candidate and connect with a care provider who will back your decision. Yet, finding a size-friendly and VBAC supportive provider can be extremely challenging. Jen Kamel, the founder of VBAC Facts, joins the Plus Mommy Podcast to talk about VBAC options. Jen shares not only the benefits but also the risks of considering a VBAC. We break down some common misconceptions and talk specifically about the unique struggles of having a plus size VBAC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...2018-07-1538 min
Birth Allowed RadioEp. 20 *Full Episode* - Plus Size Birth | Jen McLellanNormal, healthy births happen every day, and for women of every size. And yet birth care professionals often alienate plus-size moms-to-be with shaming, inadequate equipment, and mistreatment. In this episode of Birth Allowed Radio, we talk about plus size birth and how to find a practitioner who will treat you like a person, not a risk factor. My special guest is Jen McLellan, of www.plussizebirth.com.
“My midwife was the first health care provider to ever touch my body with compassion.”
Plus size pregnant women are often treated differently during the pregnancy and birthing process, even though 60% of the popu...2018-07-1400 min
Plus Mommy PodcastWelcome To The Plus Mommy Podcast By Jen McLellanWelcome to the Plus Mommy Podcast! Here we celebrate living fulfilled lives without focusing on weight loss and body shame. We address the struggles and joys of plus size pregnancy and motherhood. As well as embarking on a journey to body love! From bumps to bellies, we talk about it all on the Plus Mommy Podcast! I'm your host, Jen McLellan, and seven years ago I started the blog Plus Mommy (formerly Plus Size Mommy Memoirs). After all of these years of being a blogger, certified childbirth educator, and public speaker, I'm excited to start this new chapter of...2018-05-1827 min
The Embodied & Well Mom Show: Motherhood, Wellness, Body Image and Intuitive Eating with Lindsay StenovecNavigating Pregnancy and Diet Culture as a Plus Size Mommy with Jen McLellanJen McLellan is a published author and founder of Plus Size Birth and the Plus Mommy blog. She helps women navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of motherhood. Jen has grown a community of over 178,000 via the Plus Mommy Facebook page. Her work has been featured in major publications such as Yahoo Shine, Huffington Post, Everyday Feminism, and International Doula. She authored My Plus Size Pregnancy Guide and co-wrote the Amazon bestseller, The Peachie Moms Guide to Body Love for Moms. Jen is also a...2017-10-1747 min
Retrospective: The PodcastRetrospective: Caren McLellan Gazley
“Unless you stop, you don’t know how stressed you are. You don’t know how neurotic you’re being. You don’t know how unhealthy you’re being. . . . Is that really where I want to go—where I can’t see it because I’m so busy, but the people around me are going to know it and see it and have to partake of it?”
— Caren McLellan Gazley, author of Ritual & Rhythm: A Guide to Creative Self Care
In this episode, meet author Caren McLellan Gazley, whose wisdom and friendship have mentored me for most of my adult life. Her career...2013-02-2143 min