S6 | E60 Plus Size Pregnancy + Birth with Jen McLellan

Jen 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:

1. Jen’s experience with plus size pregnancy + birth
2. Misconceptions about plus size pregnancy and birth
3. How we can all be allies and create a safe place for all sizes
4. Healthcare bias and how to find support
5. The importance of a supportive midwife and birth team
6. How to advocate for yourself so you can have a positive birth experience
7. How to navigate hurtful comments about plus size pregnancy
8. Relative vs. actual risk 
9. The true safety of plus sized pregnancy 
10. Wellness vs. weight

 

Show Notes: 

For more of Jen, please visit instagram.com/plusmommy  on Instagram and plussizebirth.com on the Web

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*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*