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February 26, 2025 56 mins
Jen McLellan, founder of Plus Size Birth®️ and host of the Plus Mommy Podcast, is joining Dr. Dekker to explore how birth workers can provide compassionate, size-inclusive care for people in larger bodies. Jen shares her journey to founding Plus Size Birth®️, the impact of size bias in healthcare, and practical advice for both expectant parents and birth professionals. Together, they discuss how to challenge assumptions about plus-size pregnancies, the importance of self-advocacy, and how to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all bodies during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
 
(01:41) Jen’s Journey to Founding Plus Size Birth®️
(03:42) Misconceptions About Plus-Size Pregnancy
(07:35) The Effects of Weight Bias in Healthcare
(10:09) Navigating Healthcare as a Plus-Size Person
(14:36) Tips for Birth Workers to Provide Size-Inclusive Care
(17:46) The Power of Language in Size-Inclusive Care
(24:06) The Impact of Healthcare Bias on Other Areas
(28:50) The Challenge of Anesthesia for Plus-Size People
(33:09) Addressing Bias in Fertility and Pregnancy
(43:40) The Future of Ozempic and Weight Loss in Pregnancy
(46:17) Empowering People Through Size-Inclusive Support
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