<p>In this solo episode, I share why I’m not planning to “bounce back” after birth and what I’ll focus on instead: caring for my baby, caring for my body, and letting my recovery unfold with respect, flexibility, and support.</p><p>We’ll talk about:</p><ul><li><p>How bounce-back culture fuels body checking, comparison, and self-objectification</p></li><li><p>What positive body image actually means (it isn’t “loving how you look”) and why it supports healthier eating and movement</p></li><li><p>Embodiment as a practical skill set for pregnancy and postpartum</p></li><li><p>The mindset I’m taking into postpartum: nourishment, movement as possible, and honest communication about needs</p></li><li><p>How I prepared during pregnancy: flexible training, regular eating that includes convenience and pleasure, breathwork/deep core work, and proactive conversations with my partner</p></li></ul><p>If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a grounded alternative to appearance-focused goals and a permission-based way to recover.</p><p>Resources &amp; Links<br>🎁 Get the FREE Self-Trust Starter Kit (5 days to build values-aligned decisions with food &amp; fitness)<br>👉 <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust</a></p><p>🧠 Want 1:1 support to think about food less and feel more at ease?Join the waitlist for coaching: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/</a></p><p>Share this episode with a friend who could use a saner take on postpartum.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow my post partum journey on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri">https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri</a></p>

Trust Yourself With Food (previously the Bite Size Nutrition Podcast)

Gillian Bennett

#183: what I'll be doing post partum instead of trying to 'bounce back'

OCT 6, 202516 MIN
Trust Yourself With Food (previously the Bite Size Nutrition Podcast)

#183: what I'll be doing post partum instead of trying to 'bounce back'

OCT 6, 202516 MIN

Description

<p>In this solo episode, I share why I’m not planning to “bounce back” after birth and what I’ll focus on instead: caring for my baby, caring for my body, and letting my recovery unfold with respect, flexibility, and support.</p><p>We’ll talk about:</p><ul><li><p>How bounce-back culture fuels body checking, comparison, and self-objectification</p></li><li><p>What positive body image actually means (it isn’t “loving how you look”) and why it supports healthier eating and movement</p></li><li><p>Embodiment as a practical skill set for pregnancy and postpartum</p></li><li><p>The mindset I’m taking into postpartum: nourishment, movement as possible, and honest communication about needs</p></li><li><p>How I prepared during pregnancy: flexible training, regular eating that includes convenience and pleasure, breathwork/deep core work, and proactive conversations with my partner</p></li></ul><p>If you’re pregnant, postpartum, or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a grounded alternative to appearance-focused goals and a permission-based way to recover.</p><p>Resources &amp; Links<br>🎁 Get the FREE Self-Trust Starter Kit (5 days to build values-aligned decisions with food &amp; fitness)<br>👉 <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://bitesize.kit.com/selftrust</a></p><p>🧠 Want 1:1 support to think about food less and feel more at ease?Join the waitlist for coaching: <a href="" target="_new" rel="noopener">https://bitesize.es/coaching-2/</a></p><p>Share this episode with a friend who could use a saner take on postpartum.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow my post partum journey on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri">https://www.instagram.com/bitesizenutri</a></p>