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Challenges + Myths with Fat Infertility with Nicola Salmon
Manage episode 471201940 series 2800631
In this episode of the Body Grievers Club, Bri and Jana invite Nicola Salmon, a fat-positive fertility coach and advocate, to discuss the unique challenges faced by individuals in larger bodies who seek to grow their families. Nicola shares her personal journey with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), pregnancy, and body advocacy. The conversation covers common myths about fertility and body size, ways to find supportive healthcare providers, and strategies to navigate medical appointments. Nicola emphasizes the importance of self-worth and community support while challenging diet culture's impact on health and fertility. Practical advice is given on advocating for oneself and nurturing physical and emotional health during the fertility journey.
TIME STAMPS:
01:22 Nicola's Journey into Fat Positive Fertility
05:06 Challenges and Myths in Fat Fertility
10:48 Navigating Healthcare and Advocacy
26:16 Anti-Diet Approaches to Fertility
39:20 Final Thoughts and Resources
Want more of Bri?
Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri
Website: https://bodyimagewithbri.com/
Want more of Nicola?
Instagram: @fatpositivefertility
Website : www.nicolasalmon.co.uk
Book: Fat and Fertile (available on Amazon)
72 episodes
Manage episode 471201940 series 2800631
In this episode of the Body Grievers Club, Bri and Jana invite Nicola Salmon, a fat-positive fertility coach and advocate, to discuss the unique challenges faced by individuals in larger bodies who seek to grow their families. Nicola shares her personal journey with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), pregnancy, and body advocacy. The conversation covers common myths about fertility and body size, ways to find supportive healthcare providers, and strategies to navigate medical appointments. Nicola emphasizes the importance of self-worth and community support while challenging diet culture's impact on health and fertility. Practical advice is given on advocating for oneself and nurturing physical and emotional health during the fertility journey.
TIME STAMPS:
01:22 Nicola's Journey into Fat Positive Fertility
05:06 Challenges and Myths in Fat Fertility
10:48 Navigating Healthcare and Advocacy
26:16 Anti-Diet Approaches to Fertility
39:20 Final Thoughts and Resources
Want more of Bri?
Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri
Website: https://bodyimagewithbri.com/
Want more of Nicola?
Instagram: @fatpositivefertility
Website : www.nicolasalmon.co.uk
Book: Fat and Fertile (available on Amazon)
72 episodes
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