Plus Size Pregnancy Resources
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Are you plus size and pregnant or trying to conceive? You’ve found the right place!
Plus Size Birth promotes positive resources to empower healthy decision making for those who are having a plus size pregnancy or trying to conceive. By sharing personal stories, inspiring images, and practical strategies, you will find support and community!
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I think it’s really important to talk about the realities of being plus size and pregnant. The options for nursing bras, maternity, belly bands & books are so minuscule that it’s insulting. I knew it was frustrating but had no idea until I found myself pregnant and searching for things and answers that didn’t exist until I connected with Plus Size Birth. Jen’s resources and support helped me throughout my pregnancy.
Tess Holliday
The Plus Mommy Podcast explores all things plus size pregnancy, motherhood, and body love. From bumps to bellies we talk about it all! Episodes available on iTunes and the Plus Mommy website.
Six Things Every Plus Size Breastfeeding Mom Needs
Here’s a list of things every plus size breastfeeding mom needs. With proper support, from an IBCLC to an uplifting bra, you’ll be ready to breastfeed.
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We Prevailed: An LGBTQ Plus Size Pregnancy Story
An LGBTQ plus size pregnancy story shared in an effort to give other couples in their shoes hope. Thanks to this mom for sharing her journey!
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Plus Size Maternity Swimsuit Options From Size 14 – 34
Let’s dive in the deep end to explore plus size maternity swimsuit options from size 14 – 34. Be prepared to think a little outside the kiddy pool!
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When Maternity Photos Inspire Self-Love And Healing
It takes bravery to be open about your past and Nadine shares her story in hopes of helping others. When maternity photos inspire self-love and healing a person’s life can be transformed.
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My Invisible Plus Size Pregnancy
Being plus size and pregnant means that most people won’t know you’re pregnant. You may feel like you’re having an invisible plus size pregnancy. Instead, you must take every advantage and opportunity to celebrate your pregnancy.
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4 Ways To Normalize Plus Size Pregnancy
When we have conversations about something society has labeled taboo, we can transform the way people perceive it. Here are four ways to normalize plus size pregnancy.
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Lady In Red: My Dream Fitted Plus Size Maternity Dress
Women like Jessica, in her red fitted plus size maternity dress, continue to break down barriers. They show us that size is not a limiting factor when it comes to your dream maternity photos!
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4 Ways Doulas Support Plus Size Parents
A doula will remind you to hold onto a simple truth that’s often forgotten: You know your body best. Here are 4 ways doulas support plus size parents.
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Feet In The Grass: When Birth Trauma Is Triggered
It’s over. It’s been over for a year; why won’t it go away? When birth trauma is triggered it can stop you in your tracks. Birth trauma is real!
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Mother Nature’s Change In Plans: My Plus Size Emergency C-Section
It was time to let go of the natural birth idea and let science listen to the message Mother Nature was sending. It was time to have a plus size emergency c-section.
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Obesity Stillbirth Risks: What Are My Increased Risks During Pregnancy?
We heard from Sarah, who has a BMI of 35 and is concerned she is at “high risk” for a stillbirth with her baby. What are her real obesity stillbirth risks? Let’s talk about it!
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A Single Umbilical Artery Pregnancy Story
The news, of having a Single Umbilical Artery pregnancy, cast a shadow of uncertainty over what should have been a giddy, happy, excited time preparing for the arrival of our first child.
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