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Karen's Queer Plus Size Fertility Story: Self-Advocacy and Triumph Jun 04, 2024

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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!)

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Helpful Parenting Tips to Calm the Chaos with Dayna Abraham May 28, 2024

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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.

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How to Build Your Birth and Postpartum Support Team May 22, 2024

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During this episode, we explore how to build your birth and postpartum support team with expert insights from author and elite certified birth and postpartum doula Kristen Revere. Discover the benefits of having a doula, the importance of postpartum support, and practical tips for finding and affording essential support services.

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How to Raise Kids to Have a Healthy Relationship with Food May 14, 2024

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Are you wondering how to raise kids to have a healthy relationship with food while repairing your own? Learn from parenting expert Oona Hanson as she shares insights on breaking the cycle of diet culture, fostering body positivity, and supporting your child's intuitive eating journey. Join us for practical tips and empowering advice to help your family thrive.

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Size-Friendly Chiropractic Care for Pregnancy with Dr. Elliot Berlin May 07, 2024

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Tune into episode 213 for a deep dive with the magnetic Dr. Elliot Berlin on how chiropractic care tailored for all body sizes can enhance pregnancy wellness. Dr. Berlin shares crucial tips on improving comfort and preparing for a smoother delivery, specifically geared towards plus size individuals seeking supportive care.

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Unpaused: Why We Took a Break, Now Returning to Empower Every Body Apr 30, 2024

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Hi friends! Life threw us a curveball with a medical emergency, so we had to hit pause for a bit. But guess what? We're back! And not just back—we have a solid plan to keep bringing you new weekly episodes. This mini-episode is a cozy catch-up session where I spill the tea on what happened, share the awesome stuff we achieved during our break, and discuss our plans moving forward. I can't wait to be back in your ears weekly! Hit play now, and let's dive back into our journey together—I've missed you all!

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Plus Size Couple Unscripted: Lessons from 15 Years of Love | 211 Oct 25, 2023

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We're back! After a little break, we hit the ground, recording an all-heart, no-holds-barred deep dive. In this super raw episode, my better half and I unpack the wild ride of our 15-year marriage. We're getting real about everything — the heart of our love story, the chaos of parenting, the hurdles we've jumped, and how we're rocking the body changes that come with age — all through the unfiltered lens of our life as a plus size couple. Hit play for real talk, tough truths, a lot of love, and a hefty dose of laughter.

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Navigating Weight Bias at the Doctor's Office: A Personal Account | 210 Jul 26, 2023

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Join 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 this deeply personal and empowering episode.

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Size-Friendly Trauma-Informed Healthcare: Why We Need It Now | 209 Jul 19, 2023

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Are you interested in navigating the path to size-friendly, trauma-informed healthcare? Special guest Mandy Irby is a board-certified labor nurse, educator, and expert in trauma-informed care. Throughout this episode, we share our experiences interacting with healthcare professionals, providing you with beneficial self-advocacy strategies. Mandy also offers insights into her proficient use of peanut balls during labor and birth. By tuning in to this episode, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to seek the compassionate, respectful care you deserve.

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The Truth About Diets and Weight Loss Drugs with Ragen Chastain | 208 Jul 11, 2023

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Renowned Health At Every Size® and weight stigma expert Ragen Chastain debunks diet myths and exposes the dangers of weight loss medications. We also uncover startling truths about the American Academy of Pediatrics support for weight loss interventions in children. Prepare yourself for a thought-provoking and eye-opening episode that will challenge your perspective on weight loss.

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