Best Megan Martineau Podcasts (2025)

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35. What Does a Realistic Workout Schedule Look Like in the First Year Postpartum? 26:39

3d ago26:39

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Feeling overwhelmed trying to “get back into a routine” after having a baby? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin have an honest, real-mom conversation about what postpartum workouts actually looked like in their first year after birth—and how to build a sustainable fitness routine that supports healing, …

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34. Two Years Postpartum: What We Wish Moms Knew 27:40

11d ago27:40

27:40

They say the postpartum period lasts six weeks… but any mom who’s been through it knows that’s not the whole story. In this raw and reflective episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan and Caitlin sit down for an honest conversation about what it’s really like two years postpartum. We’re talking about the messy middle: identity shifts, hormonal …

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33. 6 Things I Did to Prepare for my VBAC 26:09

18d ago26:09

26:09

Planning for a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)? In this empowering episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, personal trainer and pre/postnatal coach Megan Martineau shares the intentional steps she took to prepare for her own VBAC—including physical, mental, and emotional strategies that made a big difference. While we can’t control every part of…

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32. Key Nutrients for Each Trimester 14:50

25d ago14:50

14:50

Pregnancy nutrition can feel like information overload—so let’s simplify it. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist Caitlin Cipriano walks you through the most important nutrients to focus on in each trimester of pregnancy, why they matter, and easy, no-stress food ideas to help you meet your needs. Whether you’re man…

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31. Cutting Through the Crap on Social Media 46:40

1M ago46:40

46:40

Between “bounce-back” workout plans, supplement recommendations, and influencer-perfect routines, social media can feel like a minefield—especially when you’re pregnant or newly postpartum. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re breaking down the most harmful trends we’ve seen online—and helping you spot the red flags in your feed. In…

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30. Do You Really Need to Work Out on Vacation? 7:41

1M ago7:41

7:41

Summer trips, beach days, long car rides—travel season is here, and with it comes the question: Should I be working out on vacation? In this short, solo episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness expert Megan Martineau gives you permission to ditch the guilt and take a flexible approach to fitness while away f…

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29. Traveling with Kids? Let’s talk Snacks, Sips, and Sanity! 11:11

2M ago11:11

11:11

Whether you’re road-tripping, flying cross-country, or just surviving snack time in the minivan this summer, nutrition on the go can feel… like a lost cause. But it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist, Caitlin Cipriano, shares practical, low-pressure strategies for fueling yourself and your litt…

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28. From Unplanned to Elective: Nicole’s Journey Through Three Unique Births (feat Nicole Scheitlin) 34:37

2M ago34:37

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In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin sit down with Nicole Scheitlin— personal trainer, pre/postnatal fitness specialist, and founder of Strong Mama Wellness — to talk through her three very different birth experiences. From navigating an unplanned C-section after “failure to progress,” to weighing the emotional and physica…

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27. Megan's Birth Story with Baby #2 (TOLAC and Successful VBAC) 35:51

2M ago35:51

35:51

In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg shares her deeply personal VBAC birth story — from planning a TOLAC (Trial of Labor After Cesarean) to navigating a fast-moving labor, a powerful unmedicated start, an intentional epidural choice, and a surprising postpartum hemorrhage. After a planned C-section with her first baby, Meg walks us th…

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26. Caitlin's Birth Story with Baby #2 (unmedicated water birth) 29:01

2M ago29:01

29:01

In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin share the powerful and redemptive birth story of Caitlin’s second pregnancy — the arrival of baby Gianna. From navigating a subchorionic hemorrhage and pelvic girdle pain to going into natural labor during historic flooding in Vermont, this is a second birth story you won’t forget. Cait…

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25. What to Do When You Fall Behind on Workouts (Without Starting Over) 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Missed a few workouts and feeling like you’ve lost all your progress? You’re not alone — and you’re not off track. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin dive into one of the most relatable fitness struggles: what to do when you fall behind on workouts, especially in pregnancy, postpartum, or full-blown mom life. We’re talki…

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24. Bridging Evidence-Based and Holistic Nutrition Practices 21:29

3M ago21:29

21:29

Can holistic practices and evidence-based nutrition really work together? In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan and Caitlin explore how women can support their fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health with a combined approach to wellness. They break down what holistic nutrition actually means, how to balance it with research-backe…

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23. Breastfeeding and Hydration 10:07

3M ago10:07

10:07

In another solo episode, Caitlin talks about how to stay hydrated while breastfeeding. Many mothers experience an increase in thirst, and worry about their hydration levels impacting milk supply. Caitlin addresses both of these concerns in this quick, yet packed episode! If you have questions for Caitlin, feel free to reach out at @wholesomehuntres…

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22. Ways to help with Constipation when You're Newly Postpartum 11:52

3M ago11:52

11:52

In today's solo episode, Caitlin talks about a common experience: postpartum constipation. While this can be scary and frustrating, there are many ways we can naturally support our bodies to improve digestion and reduce discomfort! Caitlin talks about the 3 F's: fluids, fiber and fats, as well as other strategies like abdominal massage and suppleme…

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21. Using FAMs while Trying to Conceive (feat. Brandy Oswald-Byrne) 44:33

3M ago44:33

44:33

In today's episode, we have the pleasure of talking to our very first guest, Brandy Oswald-Byrne! Brandy teaches us all about FAMs: Fertility Awareness Methods. Brandy is a certified fertility awareness educator, menstrual cycle educator, and owner of Sauvage Wellness. She teaches women around the world how to use fertility awareness methods of cyc…

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20. Working out During the 2 Week Wait 17:51

4M ago17:51

17:51

This episode is a continuation off of episode 19 where Caitlin talked about Cycle Syncing your nutrition to each phase of your cycle. Today, Meg is talking about considerations for working out when trying to conceive (pregnancy prep, etc) as well as considerations for the two week wait (ie the two weeks before ovulation and menstruation/positive pr…

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19. Cycle Syncing and Nutrition when TTC 25:47

4M ago25:47

25:47

In today's episode Caitlin talks about cycle syncing and how to support your hormones through nutrition in each phase of the menstrual cycle (menstruation, follicular phase, ovulation and luteal phase). Caitlin talks about how to eat in a way to support fertility if you are trying to conceive, but also a general approach to cycle syncing to support…

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18. Can I Get Strong in Pregnancy? 14:36

4M ago14:36

14:36

In another solo episode, Meg addresses a common question of: "can you build strength during pregnancy?" She talks about the changes happening to the body during pregnancy, why it's important to build strength in pregnancy, and why you shouldn't wait until you're postpartum. Episodes referenced in today's podcast: Ep. 9 - Meg's birth story (planned …

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17. Low Back Pain in Pregnancy 7:27

4M ago7:27

7:27

In this solo episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg is talking all about low back pain in pregnancy. She covers: - lifestyle tweaks to make to reduce low back pain - strengthening exercises to offer support to the low back - why low back pain commonly occurs in pregnant individuals To join the FREE Strong in Pregnancy class on April 2nd, regist…

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16. Constipation in Pregnancy and how to manage with nutrition 18:37

5M ago18:37

18:37

Today we are talking about a very common pregnancy complaint: constipation. Constipation in pregnancy is something that many expecting moms deal with, but it is not something you have to suffer with for 9 months. In this episode we talk about 3 nutritional strategies: fluids, fibers and fats. We also talk about how movement can aid in digestion. To…

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15. SI Joint Pain in Pregnancy 22:24

5M ago22:24

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Pregnancy can come with a lot of aches and pains, a major one being SI Joint Pain. The SI Joints (sacroiliac joints) sit at the back of the pelvis and many expectant moms are told this is just "a part of pregnancy".... But in this episode, Meg breaks down: - what the role of the SI Joints are - what causes SI Joint pain in pregnancy - prevention st…

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14. Is it Safe to Lift Weights in Pregnancy? 16:10

5M ago16:10

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One of the biggest myths when it comes to pregnancy exercise is not lifting heavy weights in pregnancy. Not only is this not true, but it can lead to a lot of uncomfortable symptoms like low back pain, pelvic pain, and a tougher postpartum recovery. In today's episode, Megan talks through how to safely lift weights in pregnancy whether you are a be…

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13. Caffeine Intake During Pregnancy and While Breastfeeding 25:28

5M ago25:28

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Wondering how many cups of coffee you can safely enjoy during pregnancy and postpartum? In this episode, Caitlin goes over all of the recommendations for caffeine intake during pregnancy and while breastfeeding postpartum. For individual guidance, please refer to your medical provider. Resources referenced in this episode: Prenatal Nutrition Guide …

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12. The Transition from 1 to 2 kids 27:14

5M ago27:14

27:14

Today's episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast is slightly different; we share behind-the-scenes of mom life. We both went through the transition from 1 to 2 kids at the same time, and both found it way more challenging than we anticipated. We are sharing those experiences today and hope you find it helpful if you are approaching this transition you…

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11. The Truth about Pregnancy-Safe Workouts 18:45

6M ago18:45

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In this episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg talks about 'pregnancy-safe workouts' which is a big buzzword these days but also can create a lot of confusion! We talk about: - activities to avoid - warning signs when exercising - how to know if an exercise is safe for you - recommendations for finding the most effective pregnancy-safe workouts…

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10. Blood Sugar Balance in Pregnancy 16:46

6M ago16:46

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In this episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, we explore blood sugar balance—what it is and why it's important, especially during pregnancy! We reference two of our previous episodes: 2. Nausea and Aversions in Pregnancy and how Nutrition can help 6. Gestational Diabetes Check out Caitlin's Prenatal Nutrition Guide HERE to learn more about balanci…

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9. Megan's Birth Story with baby #1 (planned c-section) 26:29

6M ago26:29

26:29

Trigger warning: in this episode we discuss pregnancy loss and c-section birth. In today's episode, Megan shares her pregnancy and birth experience with her first child. This was her second pregnancy (first pregnancy ended in miscarriage) and also happened at the very beginning of the pandemic. We discuss tips for having a c-section and what you ca…

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8. Caitlin's birth story with baby #1 (prodromal labor and postpartum hemorrhage) 22:23

6M ago22:23

22:23

In today's episode, Caitlin walks us through her birth with her first baby. In this episode, we discuss prodromal labor and postpartum hemorrhage (TW bleeding). If you are experiencing anxiety in pregnancy or are processing birth trauma, check out Postpartum Support International to find a trained perinatal mental health professional near you If yo…

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7. Busting Prenatal Exercise Myths: "Should I avoid 'doing abs' in pregnancy?!" 17:11

7M ago17:11

17:11

In today's episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, we are diving into one of the biggest prenatal exercise myths - avoiding ab work during pregnancy. Meg walks us through where the myth likely originated from (fear of developing Diastasis Recti) as well as WHY a strong core is important during pregnancy and the different types of ab exercises that a…

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6. Gestational Diabetes: how to manage with nutrition 23:29

7M ago23:29

23:29

In this episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin talks about Gestational Diabetes and how nutrition can help manage this condition naturally. The good news is that many pregnant people CAN manage a GD diagnosis through dietary and lifestyle changes. We cover: - healthy balanced meals for gestational diabetes - managing gestational diabetes na…

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5. Do I have to wait for my 6 week postpartum clearance to workout? 16:17

7M ago16:17

16:17

Wondering if you really need to wait for your 6-week postpartum clearance before starting to move your body again? In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin unpack what that “6-week green light” from your OB or midwife actually means — and why it's not a magic switch that signals your body is ready for full workouts. They discu…

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4. Early Postpartum Nutrition and Meal Prep to optimize recovery 18:18

7M ago18:18

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In today's episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin shares her recommendations for early postpartum meal prep, foods to support postpartum recovery, nutrients to optimize healing from childbirth, plus easy ways you can nourish your body without added stress. For more information on postpartum nutrition and easy recipes to follow, check out he…

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3. Adjusting your Workouts in the First Trimester 18:10

8M ago18:10

18:10

In this episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, we discuss pregnancy fitness tips for the first trimester, how to adjust workouts when you're low on energy, and what is considered "safe" in the first trimester. We also cover mindset shifts to help you stay consistent, feel confident in the exercise you're selecting, and know what you're doing is saf…

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2. Nausea and Aversions in Pregnancy and How Nutrition can Help 17:15

8M ago17:15

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In this episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re diving into how to manage nausea and food aversions during pregnancy with practical, nutrition-focused strategies. We’ll share tips for overcoming morning sickness, finding foods you can tolerate, and staying nourished even when eating feels challenging. If you’re in your first trimester and stru…

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1. Welcome to the Vibrantly You® Podcast! 9:03

8M ago9:03

9:03

Welcome to the Vibrantly You® Podcast! We’re so excited to have you here! In this first episode, we’re sharing a little about who we are, our backgrounds in perinatal nutrition and fitness, and how we became passionate about supporting moms through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum health. Whether you’re navigating your journey to motherhood, ba…

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