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Fat And Pregnant22. Navigating Grief During Pregnancy and Postpartum with LacyJoin me and mother of three, Lacy Bruner, as she describes her three pregnancies and birth stories, including both unplanned and elective cesarean section births. We also discuss Lacy's journey through loss, after her brother unexpectedly passed away during her second pregnancy. Lacy describes how this event shaped her pregnancy, the newborn phase and how she sought support as she navigated her grief.In this episode, we discuss:How Lacy was deemed "high risk" during her first pregnancy simply based on her BMIThe steps Lacy took to find a more suitable provider...2024-09-1146 min
Fat And Pregnant21. Body Image and Weight Neutral Dietetics with Amy RaponeExploring 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 sizeAmy's personal journey to becoming a dietician and how this stirred up feelings about her bodyWhat it means to be a size inclusive dietician and how care may look different when you're working with oneTips for improving your body image-- how you perceive and think about your body2024-09-0337 min
Fat And Pregnant20. Liz's Positive Induction Stories with Doula SupportI'm so excited for you to hear Liz's two birth stories, both involving induction of labor. Have a listen to her journeys through pregnancy, where she sought the right support to help her navigate high blood pressure issues.Liz's births may have both included induction methods, however, they were both unique experiences in their own way. Tune in to hear how Liz navigated doubt and uncertainty the second time around! In this episode, we discuss:Methods of inductionWhy Liz decided to opt for doula support during both her pregnanciesThe reasons...2024-02-1358 min
Fat And Pregnant19: Lizzy's Cesarean and VBAC Home Birth Transfer"Once a cesarean, always a cesarean"-- a myth that continues to limit the birthing options of hundreds of thousands of people every year. Join me and Lizzy Morris, as she discusses her two birth stories: her first ending with a primary cesarean and her second, as she prepared for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)-- with loads of drama along the way! In this episode, we discuss:Lizzy's story of her first birth, which ended in cesareanThe steps Lizzy took to find a better provider as she prepared for her...2024-01-231h 06
Fat And Pregnant18. The Disappearance of "Low Risk" Pregnancy with Jenine EllisChances are, if you're plus size and pregnant, you have been told that your pregnancy is automatically "high risk." Join me and birthkeeper, hypnobirthing teacher and all around birth nerd, Jenine Ellis, as we explore the continuing disappearance of "low risk" pregnancies in modern maternity care.In this episode, we discuss:How maternity care has changed over time and become more intervention-focusedThe narrowing of what it means to be a "low risk" patientThe nuances of maternity care in AustraliaMyths people are told surrounding plus size bodies and the birth processHow BMI can...2024-01-1144 min
The Hormone Puzzle Podcast - Learn How to Solve Your Infertility Puzzle to Get and Stay PregnantWeight Stigma and Plus Size Pregnancy with Michelle MayefskeBecause getting pregnant is only half the battle, staying pregnant is the other half. For this season, we've decided to add a special episode every month dedicated about how to have a healthy happy pregnancy, birth and postpartum. If you are still in the process of fighting infertility and you feel triggered by this episode, please skip it until you are ready. Episode #282 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast is a special episode where our guest speaker Michelle Mayefske talks about Weight Stigma and Plus Size Pregnancy. Each month one episode...2023-12-2643 min
Birthworker Podcast — The Business Podcast for Doula Entrepreneurs103. Fat Bias In Birth & Breaking The Stigma with Michelle Mayefske From Fat And PregnantAre you ready to discover how birthworkers are revolutionizing the journey of pregnancy and birth for individuals of all sizes?If you want to help your clients stay empowered, then get out a pen and paper; this episode is for you!Today, I'm joined by Michelle Mayefske from "Fat and Pregnant," who's sharing her insight and experience from years of navigating fat-stigma in the medical system.In this episode, we dive into the following:Why understanding fat bias in birth is crucial for every birth doula...How a birthworker's approach can transform...2023-12-2041 min
Fat And Pregnant17. Osteopathy and Upright Birth with Jess MichaelsJoin me and Dr Jess Michaels as we discuss everything osteopathy and how being upright can positively impact your labor and birth! In this episode we discuss:The benefits of being upright during labor and birthMyths surrounding upright birth and how weight bias can influence movement recommendationsHow pain and discomfort act as signals during laborWhat osteopathy is and how it can be beneficial during pregnancy, birth and for newbornsWhy and how Jess developed the birth sling, that plus size folks can use!Follow Jess: @dr.jess.michaelsWebsite: w...2023-12-1244 min
Fat And Pregnant16. Obstetric Violence: A Midwife's Journey Out of the System with Amity ReedJoin 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 midwiferyHow working as a midwife was not what Amity thought it was going to beWhat obstetric violence is and how it is deeply rooted in power and controlHow maternity care workers are also being harmed within the current obstetric model of careFollow Amity: @amity.reed2023-12-0552 min
Fat And Pregnant15. From Loss to Life: Embracing Holistic Healing with Amy ArnoldI'm so happy to share this episode featuring Amy Arnold, who discusses her journey with multiple pregnancy losses, an ectopic pregnancy and how she decided to access alternative options for fertility support to meet her rainbow baby.You'll hear us discuss:Amy's story of loss and how she found supportWhy Amy chose to take an alternative path with fertility supportThe weight stigma Amy experienced when accessing standard medicalized fertility and pregnancy careHow Amy utilized doula support and switching providers Ways Amy is preparing for her birthFollow Amy: @r...2023-11-2848 min
Fat And Pregnant14. Ashley's Freebirth VBAC After Two Cesareans: Taking Radical ResponsibilityI'm so excited for you to hear Ashley's THREE birth stories. Have a listen to her journey through two challenging experiences ending in surgical birth, followed by her decision to take radical responsibility when she stepped outside of the maternity system in Australia.Ashley's journey to parenthood was definitely filled with bumps along the way, including medical anti-fat bias that impacted the care she received and the decisions she made during her third pregnancy.You'll hear us discuss:Ashley's experiences with weight stigma during all of her pregnanciesHow anti-fat bias...2023-11-211h 26
Fat And Pregnant13. Creating a Slow Postpartum with Jojo HoganJoin me and Jojo Hogan as we explore the important topic of postpartum planning and all of the ways we are getting it wrong in the West. Jojo is a peri-natal care specialist, yoga teacher and founder of Slow Postpartum, an international movement which educates as to the importance of honoring the weeks following birth.In this episode we discuss:The typical challenges many new families faceThe importance of postpartum planning What a slow postpartum is and how you can prepare for one yourselfHow the traditions of other cultures support the m...2023-11-1448 min
Fat And Pregnant12. When Plans Change: Alice's Cesarean Following a Home Birth TransferThere 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 careThe weight bias Alice experienced during pregnancyThe reasons why Alice decided to have a home birthAlice's journey through labor, including a transfer to the hospitalThe reflections Alice has had since giving birth and what she would do differentlyFollow Alice: @betweenearthandmoon and @beamwitchery2023-11-0741 min