Plus Size Pregnancy

Heather shares what it was like pushing against routine induction for advanced maternal age during her plus size pregnancy and birth story.

Giving birth at 35 weeks wasn’t Katie’s plan, but birth often unfolds in unexpected ways. Listen as she shares her birth story and what it was like having a baby in the NICU. Katie and her husband decided that 2020 would be the year to start their pregnancy journey. In February, they headed to Australia …

Elizabeth shares her story of giving birth as a plus size woman in Scotland, and her postpartum experience.

An experienced OB-GYN ultrasound technologist answers questions to help plus size patients feel prepared for pregnancy ultrasounds.

Lynneah openly shares the complex parts of pregnancy and motherhood during her twins plus size pregnancy and birth story.

Good Morning America spread misleading information about the increased risk of stillbirth and plus size pregnancy risks.

Dr. Christine Sterling, a board-certified OBGYN, discusses unpacking fat-phobia in the medical community, and how to advocate for yourself.

Looking at the research on weight stigma during pregnancy and how the findings can positively impact maternity care.

DeAnna shares her experience as a pregnant pole dancing instructor and how dancing helped her body image during pregnancy and postpartum.

If you want to become a solo mother by choice when you are fat, things look a little different. Kelsey shares her story and tips.

When you’re plus size with hyperemesis gravidarum, you’re sometimes not believed or praised for weight loss while you’re suffering.

Ten years ago, I started writing what would become the leading plus size pregnancy blog. I never imagined how telling my story would make a lasting impact.