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Size-Friendly Birth Course

Created by Jen McLellan · Plus Size Birth
TEDx Speaker & Plus-Size Pregnancy Educator

A six-hour, on-demand training for perinatal professionals ready to provide respectful, evidence-based care to people in larger bodies.

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  • “I came away from the course looking at my Labor and Delivery unit differently — I immediately started to see how furniture in our waiting area and our bathrooms might not work for every body who comes through our doors. I also feel more committed to supporting my patients in taking care of their postpartum bodies. I am going to recommend this course to all my colleagues!”
    Molly, RN
    Labor & Delivery Nurse

Elevate Your Skills

This course is designed for perinatal and maternity care professionals seeking structured education on weight bias, BMI, and size-inclusive care across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum settings.

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Uncover
Weight Bias

Learn how weight bias shows up in maternity care, including clinical decision-making, communication, policies, and care environments. Explore evidence-informed ways to begin addressing these patterns within your professional role.

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Gain Prenatal
Care Insights

Examine current research and care considerations related to higher-weight pregnancies. Gain clarity around common assumptions, limitations of BMI, and how bias can influence care experiences and outcomes.

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Foster
Size-Inclusivity

Explore the principles of size-inclusive maternity care and what respectful, patient-centered support can look like across diverse bodies and settings. And much more!

  • “Truly exceptional. This is a course for all reproductive healthcare professionals – anyone in perinatal spaces. From historical to modern BMI evidence to case studies and scripting, the Size-Friendly Birth Course is robust and foundational. Jen approaches size-friendly birth training in such a compassionate way, which is important for such a reflective and actionable curriculum.”
    Mandy Irby, RN, Founder of The Birth Nurse®
    Mandy Irby, RN
    Founder of The Birth Nurse®
  • “This class was so well thought out, evidence based and provides a solid foundation for anybody who is looking to become more size inclusive in their care/services, or even just for advocating for their clients! It really makes you take a more in-depth look at yourself, the providers in your area, the systems we work in and more. Highly recommend for those in the birth community!”
    Carrie Stephens
    Ginger Blossom Doula 

Research & Best Practices

This course is informed by over 50 studies and reflects guidance from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and other leading sources, supporting evidence-based, size-inclusive maternity care across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum settings.

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Jen McLellan

Meet Your Instructor

I’m Jen McLellan, founder of Plus Size Birth and a trusted educator, speaker, and advocate advancing size-inclusive maternity care.

For over a decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of education, advocacy, and perinatal support, focusing on addressing weight bias across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care. My work includes national speaking engagements, a TEDx talk on weight bias in healthcare, and ongoing education and consulting with perinatal professionals.

I’m a certified childbirth educator and the host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, a widely recognized resource for evidence-based conversations about pregnancy, body size, and maternal health. My work has been endorsed by the National Institutes of Health and featured in leading media outlets, including The New York Times, Glamour, and CNN.

Through my teaching, I support perinatal professionals in building more respectful, evidence-informed, and size-inclusive practices grounded in research, reflection, and real-world application.

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What You’ll Learn and Apply

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Workbook Size-Friendly Birth

Course Workbook

An editable 115-page PDF designed to support reflection, skill-building, and real-world application.

  • Weight Bias Self-Check for Birth Professionals
  • Size-Inclusive Facility Assessment
  • Navigating Body Conversations
  • Case Study: Discussing Pregnancy Weight Gain Guidelines 
  • And more!
Course Certificate

Certificate & Contact Hours

This course includes a certificate of completion and is approved for six (6) contact hours. It is recognized by the California Board of Registered Nursing for nursing contact hours and by the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) for general contact hours.

Guarantee

Satisfaction GuaranteedCourse Workbook

If the course is not the right fit, we offer a full refund within 30 days. No questions asked.

Size-Friendly Directory

Optional Directory Listing Plan

Have a business you’d like to share? You can choose to add a listing in the Size-Friendly Directory, helping families find professionals committed to size-inclusive care. You’ll also receive a badge that highlights your commitment to size-inclusive maternity support and professional growth.

  • “As a thin ally, this course informed me of some of the obstacles individuals face and provided me with tools to feel confident advocating for those concerned about how body size may impact their care.“
    Margaret M. Quinlan, Ph.D.
    Professor & Researcher, UNC Charlotte
  • “This teaching module was incredibly thorough and thoughtful. It is accessible to anyone working in any aspect of pregnancy care, and I wish it would become required continuing education for all pregnancy care providers!“
    Sara Sandwith, FPOB
    Family Physician

Size-Inclusive Language Framework

Adopt a practical framework for addressing size with sensitivity and respect, turning potentially challenging conversations into moments of building trust and connection.

You’ll also create a size-inclusive policy statement that clearly communicates your commitment to welcoming and supporting families within your scope of practice.

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  • “This course is going to change how clinicians treat pregnant individuals in larger bodies and these changes will be for the better! I would highly recommend this course to any medical student, nurse, OB resident, L&D nurse, OB nurse, Physician, and Midwife! The more we know and understand as care providers, the more of an impact we can have on the systems in which we work. This is how healthcare changes happen!”
    Elizabeth Munoz nurse midwife
    Elizabeth Munoz
    Certified Nurse Midwife
  • “This is a master class on not only plus size birth but also thoughtful kindness and passion possible when we begin to consider what would truly make being of service to every BODY giving birth with the right support and collaboration. Jen's humor, kind heart, and commitment to giving you the facts shines through in the way she walks you through each step of educational journey in Size-Friendly Birth.”
    Doula Katherine Dyson
    Katherine Dyson
    Full Spectrum Doula

Choose the Size-Friendly Birth Training That Fits Your Practice

Flexible options for individuals, teams, and organizations.

Single License Plans

Single License Plan

$97

Ideal for individual perinatal professionals.

  • 1 Size-Friendly Birth Course License: Full course access for a single user, valid for two years.
  • 115-page PDF Workbook: An editable workbook with activities and worksheets.
  • 6 Contact Hours: Accredited hours for professional development.
  • Certificate of Completion: Official recognition of course completion.
  • Bonus Plus Size Birth Circle:
    Access an exclusive online platform and mobile app for on-the-go learning, networking, and additional educational opportunities.
ENROLL
Single License Plan + Directory Listing
$147

Ideal for solo practitioners who want professional visibility.

  • 1 Size-Friendly Birth Course License: Full course access for a single user, valid for two years.
  • 115-page PDF Workbook: An editable workbook with activities and worksheets.
  • 6 Contact Hours: Accredited hours for professional development.
  • Certificate of Completion: Official recognition of course completion.
  • Bonus Plus Size Birth Circle:
    Access an exclusive online platform and mobile app for on-the-go learning, networking, and additional educational opportunities.
  • Directory Listing: Unlock your digital badge and a spot in the Size-Friendly Directory, showcasing your specialized expertise to a wider audience.
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Group License Plans

Whether you're a small team or a large organization, this plan supports doulas, clinics, and institutions dedicated to size-inclusive care.

Designed to support consistent, evidence-informed care across your entire team.

TEAM LICENSE PLAN

$397

Best for doula collectives and small practices (up to 5 users).

  • 5 Course Licenses (2-Year Access)
  • 5 Editable PDF Workbooks
  • 5 Certificates of Completion with CE Hours
  • Access to the Plus Size Birth Circle for Each Team Member
  • Choice of One Shared Group Listing or 5 Individual Directory Listings
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CLINIC License Plan

$597

Best for birth centers, OB-GYN offices, midwifery clinics (up to 10 users).

  • 10 Course Licenses (2-Year Access)
  • 10 Editable PDF Workbooks
  • 10 Certificates of Completion with CE Hours
  • Access to the Plus Size Birth Circle for Each Team Member
  • Choice of One Shared Group Listing or 5 Individual Directory Listings
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INSTITUTIONAL License Plan

$1,497+

Best for hospitals, universities, and certifying bodies seeking scalable, size-inclusive maternity care training.

  • Bulk Annual Licenses (Custom Quantity)
  • Editable PDF Workbooks
  • Certificates of Completion with CE Hours (Optional: Co-Branded Certificates)
  • Access to the Plus Size Birth Circle for Each Team Member
  • Choice of One Shared Group Listing or Individual Directory Listings
  • Optional Co-Branded Onboarding Portal

Need something more advanced? LMS integration is available.

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  • “This course was wonderfully comprehensive. I advocate and teach on equitable care for patients of size and found new information in every topic!“
    Amy Murlowski, RN
    Nurse Practitioner Student
  • “This course helped me learn new ways to be inclusive of the families I serve in ways I had never thought of. Everybody should feel safe and supported in their care.”
    Shari Stamps, CST, ICST, CBS, PPD, CEIM, Founder, Navigating Parenthood
    Shari Stamps, CST, ICST, CBS, PPD, CEIM
    Navigating Parenthood
  • “Jen's research, passion and compiled learning that birthed this course, helped remove anxiety that I held. I feel strong in my belief I can make a difference.”
    Rhesa Swanson
    Birth Doula

Size-Friendly Birth Course FAQs

If you’re wondering whether this course is the right fit, the FAQs below address the most common questions we receive.

This course is designed for perinatal and maternity care professionals who want structured, evidence-informed education on weight bias, BMI, and size-inclusive care.

It was created for doulas, midwives, nurses, physicians, childbirth educators, lactation professionals, clinic leaders, and educators working across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum settings.

The Size-Friendly Birth Course supports both individual practitioners and teams who want to align care practices, reduce harm related to weight bias, and provide more respectful, consistent care for higher-weight patients.

This course may not be a good fit for professionals who are unwilling to examine weight bias in maternity care or who are not open to reflecting on how bias can influence clinical decision-making, communication, and patient experience.

The course emphasizes respectful, inclusive language and evidence-based care for people of all body sizes, genders, and family structures. If you are uncomfortable engaging with inclusive language or with care models that center patient dignity and autonomy, this course may feel challenging.

This training is intended for those who are ready to learn, reflect, and apply size-inclusive principles in practice.

This course is tailored for birth professionals at any stage in their career, from doulas just beginning their journey to seasoned labor and delivery nurses or OBGYNs. No specific prerequisites or prior knowledge is required, making it accessible to all levels of experience within the maternity care field.

Jen McLellan, CBE (she/her), is the founder of Plus Size Birth and a nationally recognized educator, speaker, and advocate for size-inclusive maternity care. For over a decade, she has worked at the intersection of education, advocacy, and perinatal support, focusing on addressing weight bias across pregnancy, birth, and postpartum care.

Jen is a certified childbirth educator, host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, and a TEDx speaker on weight bias in healthcare. Her work has been endorsed by the National Institutes of Health and featured in outlets including The New York Times, Glamour, CNN, and The Bump.

This course includes over six hours of video instruction hosted on Mighty Networks, along with an editable workbook, worksheets, and applied activities designed to support real-world implementation.

You’ll engage with evidence-based teaching, case examples, and supplemental resources, including recommended articles and podcast episodes. The course is self-paced and accessible from any device with internet access, allowing you to move through the material in a way that fits your schedule.

This course offers six (6) contact hours. It is recognized by the California Board of Registered Nursing for nursing contact hours and by the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA) for general contact hours. You'll select the option that best fits your educational needs, noting that you can only claim contact hours from one organization.

California Board of Registered Nursing: Amanda Irby is the course provider for this workshop. Provider is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number 17690, for 6 contact hours. The certificate must be retained by the licensee for a period of four years after the course ends.

International Childbirth Education Association: Assigned program number CTNC03_0124.

This course includes over six hours of video content, equivalent to six continuing education contact hours.

Additional worksheets, readings, and optional resources allow you to deepen your learning based on your goals and available time. Engagement beyond the core content is optional and self-directed.

You will have access to the course for a minimum of two years from the date of purchase. The course will remain available for as long as it is offered, including updates that reflect evolving best practices.

This extended access allows you to revisit materials, reflect on your learning, and apply concepts over time.

We've chosen Mighty Netorks as our platform for this course due to its popularity and intuitive design, aiming to provide you with a seamless learning experience and minimal technical disruptions. However, we understand that issues may arise, and we are here to assist. If you encounter any technical difficulties or require help navigating the course, please don't hesitate to email us at [email protected]. 

Our team is committed to assisting you and aims to respond within 48 hours during business days. Your smooth learning journey is our priority, and we'll work diligently to resolve any issues you may face.

We are committed to providing a valuable learning experience and offer a 30-day full refund policy, no questions asked. This allows you to start the course and decide if it aligns with your needs and expectations, ensuring that it's the right fit for your professional development. 

If you’re interested in providing access for a team or organization, we offer group license plans designed for collaborative learning. For larger practices or institutions, complete this form this form to explore group pricing options.

We are committed to ensuring that quality education in size-inclusive care is accessible to birth professionals dedicated to enhancing their practice. Our commitment is evident in the course's reasonable pricing.

We also understand that the full course fee may be a barrier for some, and therefore, we are dedicated to offering scholarships on a case-by-case basis to support those under financial constraints. If you are interested in joining this course, and need financial assistance, we encourage you to complete our scholarship application form. Each submitted application will be reviewed, and accepted applicants will receive a coupon code for a discount off the regular course fee as long as funds are available.

While the course is informed by U.S.-based guidelines, including those from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, it draws on international research and addresses challenges that are common across maternity care systems globally.

Many of the principles, frameworks, and communication strategies are applicable across settings and may be relevant regardless of location.

Yes, if you select the Single License + Directory Listing plan, upon successfully completing the course, you have the option to be added to the Size-Friendly Directory for birth professionals. 

Ready to get started? Choose the license option that fits your practice above.

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