Jen McLellan, CBE

Speaker | Educator | Advocate

Jen McLellan is a dynamic speaker and a leading advocate for size-inclusive maternity care. She helps perinatal professionals dismantle weight bias and provide compassionate, evidence-based support. Through research, real-world strategies, and heartfelt storytelling, Jen equips professionals with tools for size-inclusive care while empowering parents to navigate pregnancy with confidence and self-advocacy.

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Jen McLellan is a warm, wise, deeply inspiring speaker who holds her audience through her entire presentation. She speaks with a compassion that holds space for every person’s perspective and full humanity. She is a shining beacon for being the change you want to see in the world. If you have the opportunity to hear her speak, you will walk away feeling empowered and elevated by the experience.

Hermine Hayes-Klein

Founder, Human Rights in Childbirth

Speaking Reel

Speaking Experience

Jen has presented at leading national conferences and institutions, including the National Institutes of Health, AABC, and AWHONN affiliates. With over a decade of speaking experience, she captivates audiences with research-driven insights and personal storytelling.

Recent Speaking Engagements

Utah Affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives Conference, 02/28/2025 (Keynote Speaker)
American Association of Birth Centers (AABC) National Conference, 11/09/2024 (Keynote Speaker)
Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN ), Minnesota Affiliate 04/18/2024
Optimal Outcomes Conference, Minnesota Affiliate of the American College of Nurse Midwives, 10/28/2023 (Keynote Speaker)
Medical Herstory, The Size Stigma: Addressing Weight Bias in Sexual and Reproductive Health Panel, 3/4/2023

Jen’s presence is a sort of magic. As a speaker myself, I’ve stood in awe of her ability to light up a room. A speaker inspiring a speaker? Yes, and in the very best way. Seeing Jen interact with a crowd is proof positive that the stage is where she’s meant to stand.

Joni M. Edelman

Midwife

Jen speaks at the intersection of childbirth education, maternal mental health advocacy, body acceptance, and medical equity and access. Her wisdom, wit, and exceptional knowledge and experience make her a key player in this field and someone EVERY audience member can learn from, every time she speaks.

Amanda Edwards

President, Association of Mental Health Coordinators

More About Jen

Jen McLellan is a certified childbirth educator, published author, speaker, and advocate for size-inclusivity in healthcare. She is the founder of Plus Size Birth, host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, and a trusted voice in the perinatal space. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Glamour, CNN, and more.

Social Media Following

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@plusmommy

@plusmommyblog

There is something magical about Jen. She started with humor and then caught my heartstrings with her sincere message that we are enough and that it is important to capture our motherhood. I truly cannot thank her enough for her presentation and for the love note she made us write. It’s the first positive thing I have said about my body in almost 20 years. I can finally start to find some congruence and acceptance so that my message to our children is genuine instead of forced.

Krystyna Bowman

Founder, Sweet Pea Births

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Jen’s engaging, research-backed presentations empower professionals and parents alike.

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Jen McLellan, Evidence Based Birth Podcast

Podcast Guest

Jen has been a featured guest on many shows, including Evidence-Based Birth and All About Pregnancy & Birth with Dr. Nicole Rankins.

She’d love to bring her expertise and passion to your audience, sharing insights on topics such as:

Debunking Plus Size Pregnancy Myths – Empowering expectant parents with facts, not fear.
Finding a Size-Friendly Care Provider – Practical strategies for accessing respectful, weight-inclusive care.
Becoming a Size-Inclusive Professional – Actionable steps for supporting all bodies in maternity care.
Building Body Acceptance (and Even Body Love) – A roadmap to self-compassion and confidence.
Raising Body-Positive Kids – Encouraging self-love and resilience in the next generation.

If you’re interested in having Jen as a guest, we’d love to hear from you! Tell us a little about your show—including your audience reach—and let’s connect!

Podcast Guest Inquiry

Small Groups

Jen thrives in intimate settings where meaningful discussions and hands-on learning take center stage. From doula groups and midwifery schools to blogging clubs and professional workshops, she loves the opportunity to educate, inspire, and expand perspectives.

In-Person & Online Conferences

Jen McLellan is a dynamic speaker who brings passion, expertise, and an unforgettable presence to the stage or screen. Whether addressing a packed conference hall or engaging with an online audience, Jen delivers insightful, impactful, and engaging presentations that inspire real change.

Below are her two signature presentations, but she is available to speak on additional topics related to plus size pregnancy, weight bias in healthcare, and body confidence.

When you see a person of size, do you make assumptions about their lifestyle or health? It’s time to pause and challenge those biases. In this powerful keynote, Jen helps medical professionals, birth workers, and organizations recognize their own weight biases and equips them with practical, evidence-based solutions to provide respectful, size-inclusive care. Attendees will leave with actionable steps they can implement immediately to improve patient experiences, reduce birth trauma, and create meaningful change in maternity care.

This talk is essential for anyone in the perinatal field looking to foster a more equitable and compassionate healthcare environment.

In a world obsessed with picture-perfect images, Jen helps audiences redefine what “perfect” really means. This engaging and interactive session takes participants on a journey from self-criticism to self-acceptance, featuring powerful before-and-after selfie demonstrations that challenge our perceptions of beauty. Jen’s heartfelt storytelling, humor, and expertise in body positivity make this talk a must-see for those looking to embrace their self-image with confidence.

This session is perfect for conferences focused on parenthood, body image, or self-empowerment.

Looking for a speaker on a different topic? Jen is also available for customized presentations on:

Size-Inclusive Maternity Care: Creating respectful and accessible birth experiences for plus size individuals.
Navigating Plus Size Pregnancy: Evidence-based guidance for expectant parents and perinatal professionals.
Weight Bias & Healthcare: Understanding implicit bias and taking action for better patient outcomes.
Building Online Communities: How Jen grew Plus Size Birth into a trusted resource and thriving online space.
And More!

Interested in booking Jen for your event? Let’s connect and create an unforgettable experience for your audience!

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Jen is a dynamic speaker whose presence brightens any room. She brings personal as well as professional experience into her discussions and is genuinely inspiring. Her passion for her work is captivating, and hearing her speak is always a pleasure.

Mandy Dyer Ortiz

Former Doula

I’ve had the opportunity to hear Jen speak in both large and small group formats, as well as part of a panel discussion. She is not only articulate and knowledgeable but is also warm, engaging, and enthusiastic. She brings both academic and technical knowledge along with her personal experience, offering a holistic and insightful perspective on the issues facing women of size in maternity care. It is always a pleasure and an educational experience to hear her present.

Carrie Hankins

Founder, The Placenta Lady Denver

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