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Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

Megan Martineau and Caitlin Cipriano

59 episodes

5 days ago

Getting ready for baby and building your registry? This episode is for you! In this honest and lighthearted conversation, Caitlin and Meg share the items they actually used during the fourth trimester—and the ones that collected dust. From baby gadgets and postpartum must-haves to the things we thought we needed (but didn’t), we’re diving into what real moms really reach for after birth. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or looking to simplify your second-time-around postpartum exp...

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Getting ready for baby and building your registry? This episode is for you! In this honest and lighthearted conversation, Caitlin and Meg share the items they actually used during the fourth trimester—and the ones that collected dust. From baby gadgets and postpartum must-haves to the things we thought we needed (but didn’t), we’re diving into what real moms really reach for after birth. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or looking to simplify your second-time-around postpartum exp...

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Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

58. What We Actually Used in the Fourth Trimester (and What We Didn’t!)

Getting ready for baby and building your registry? This episode is for you! In this honest and lighthearted conversation, Caitlin and Meg share the items they actually used during the fourth trimester—and the ones that collected dust. From baby gadgets and postpartum must-haves to the things we thought we needed (but didn’t), we’re diving into what real moms really reach for after birth. Whether you're preparing for your first baby or looking to simplify your second-time-around postpartum exp...

5 days ago

28 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

57. Strength vs. Stretching During Pregnancy: What Your Body Actually Needs

Is stretching really the answer to pregnancy pain? Or could strength training be the missing piece? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan breaks down one of the most common questions she gets as a pregnancy personal trainer: “Should I focus on strengthening or stretching during pregnancy?” Spoiler: It’s not an either/or — it’s a balance. We dive into a real-life client story around SI joint pain and how combining prenatal strength training with pelvic floor release helped ...

1 week ago

8 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

56. What Foods Are Safe During Pregnancy? Deli Meat, Sushi, Soft Cheeses & More Explained

Confused about what you can and can’t eat during pregnancy? You’re not alone — the internet is full of conflicting advice on what’s actually safe to consume. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin (your certified perinatal nutritionist) breaks down the most common pregnancy food safety myths using research-backed guidelines and an empowering, no-shame approach. From deli meat and sushi to soft cheeses, alcohol, and seafood, we’re clearing up the confusion once and for all. You...

2 weeks ago

12 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

55. Nutrition in Pregnancy: When Expectations Don’t Match Reality

You had every intention of eating balanced meals, hitting your protein goals, and avoiding pregnancy cravings 24/7… and then life (and nausea) happened. In this honest and encouraging episode, we’re talking about the realities of eating during pregnancy — when food aversions take over, energy is low, and everything feels harder than you expected. We’ll walk through how to simplify nutrition, shift your mindset, and take a “something is better than nothing” approach — without guilt. We also di...

3 weeks ago

18 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

54. Pregnancy Fitness Setbacks: Navigating Pain and Shifting Expectations

Let’s be real — pregnancy workouts don’t always go as planned. You might start off strong, but then nausea hits, fatigue takes over, or pelvic pain makes your favorite lifts feel impossible. If you’ve ever felt frustrated or discouraged by setbacks during pregnancy, this episode is for you. In this raw and relatable conversation, we’re sharing the real side of working out during pregnancy — including our own stories and client experiences with adjusting workouts, lowering weights, skipping se...

1 month ago

20 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

53. Can You Start Working Out During Pregnancy if You Weren’t Active Before? Here’s the Truth

If you weren’t working out regularly before pregnancy, you might be wondering: Is it even safe to start now? Spoiler: yes, it is — and it can make a huge difference in how you feel. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan breaks down one of the most common questions she gets as a pregnancy personal trainer: "Can I start exercising in pregnancy if I wasn’t active before?" We bust the outdated myths, walk through the ACOG guidelines for prenatal fitness, and share how you can...

1 month ago

12 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

52. Blood Sugar & Your Cycle: How to Sync Nutrition with Estrogen and Progesterone

If you’ve ever wondered why your energy is sky-high one week and tanked the next — you’re not imagining it. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re diving into the powerful connection between your hormones, blood sugar, and infradian rhythm (aka your monthly cycle). Caitlin breaks down how estrogen and progesterone impact your body’s ability to handle glucose, and how those shifts affect your cravings, mood, energy, and metabolism throughout the month. You’ll learn why cravings i...

1 month ago

12 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

51. Abdominal Therapy After Birth: Healing the Core, Scar Tissue & Digestion with Caitlin Perry

In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re joined by Caitlin Perry, licensed massage therapist, mom of two, and founder of Core Connections Bodywork, for a deep and fascinating look at abdominal therapy — a powerful healing modality for postpartum recovery. If you’ve experienced Diastisis Recti, a C-section, digestive issues, or pelvic discomfort postpartum, this episode is for you. Caitlin explains how abdominal massage (rooted in traditional practices and visceral manipulation) ca...

1 month ago

28 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

50. Parenting Advice on Social Media We Said We'd Follow...And Then Didn't

In this episode of our Coffee Chit-Chats series, we’re continuing the conversation with a topic every mom can relate to — the moments we swore we’d never lose our patience, raise our voices, or question our parenting choices… and then motherhood humbled us (again). This is PART 2 to "Things We Said We'd Never Do As Moms...And Then Did (Episode 49) Join Meg and Caitlin — a prenatal fitness coach and a perinatal nutritionist — as we have a candid, judgment-free chat about gentle parenting, mom ...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

49. Things We Said We’d Never Do as Moms… And Then Did

Welcome to our brand new Coffee Chit-Chats series — where we get real about the messy, hilarious, and humbling parts of motherhood. In this episode, we’re kicking things off by diving into the things we swore we’d never do as moms… and did anyway. Because let’s be honest, nothing prepares you for the curveballs of parenting like actually becoming a parent. From screen time rules we totally bent, to sleep schedule chaos, this episode is part laughter, part reflection, and 100% real talk. This ...

2 months ago

17 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

48. What to Do About SPD in Pregnancy: Real Relief for Pelvic Pain

Experiencing sharp, stabbing pain in the front of your pelvis during pregnancy? You’re not alone — and no, you don’t just have to “deal with it” until birth. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, pregnancy personal trainer and prenatal fitness coach Megan Martineau opens up about her personal experience with SPD (Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction) in both of her pregnancies and shares real-life, practical strategies to help you find relief. SPD is a common type of pelvic girdle pain t...

2 months ago

13 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

47. Heartburn During Pregnancy: Causes, Triggers & Relief Tips for Expecting Moms

If you're pregnant and struggling with that burning sensation in your chest after meals — you're not alone. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we're breaking down everything you need to know about heartburn during pregnancy — from what causes it to natural, practical ways to reduce it. We’ll explain how pregnancy hormones and your growing belly contribute to heartburn, common food and lifestyle triggers, and the gentle nutrition and habit shifts that can actually help. Whether you...

2 months ago

9 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

46. How to Support Your Body with Nutrition After Miscarriage

⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses miscarriage and pregnancy loss. Please take care while listening. In this tender and important episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin open up a compassionate conversation about what it means to nourish your body after pregnancy loss. While no amount of self-care can take away the grief, nurturing your physical body can be one way to support the healing process—both hormonally and emotionally. This episode is not about rules or restric...

2 months ago

18 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

45. The Connection Between Thyroid Health & Fertility

Did you know that your thyroid could be impacting your ability to conceive—even if your labs are “normal”? In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin explore the powerful connection between thyroid function and fertility, including Meg’s own personal journey. We’re breaking down how under-active or over-active thyroid conditions can affect pregnancy outcomes—and what you can do about it. Inside this episode, we cover: How thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH) influence reproducti...

3 months ago

26 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

44. Pregnancy & Postpartum Pelvic Floor Care: Expert Advice with Dr. Courtney Smiach

Ever wondered what actually happens at a pelvic floor physical therapy appointment? Or whether it’s worth paying out-of-pocket instead of going through insurance? In this special guest episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin sit down with Dr. Courtney Smiach, founder of Rebel PT in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Courtney is a doctor of physical therapy who specializes in orthopedics and pelvic floor therapy—and she’s passionate about helping women feel comfortable, supported, and fully car...

3 months ago

39 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

43. Cringey Postpartum Trends That Need To Go

Postpartum is hard enough without social media telling you to restrict your calories, bounce back fast, or “fix” your Diastasis Recti with a few magic moves. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin unpack two of the most damaging postpartum trends—and offer a more compassionate, evidence-based approach to healing and rebuilding after birth. We talk about: Why fad dieting while breastfeeding can harm recovery, energy, and milk supplyWhat your body actually needs in the p...

3 months ago

21 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

42. Cringey Prenatal Trends We’re Not Here For

In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin dive into two of the most pervasive (and problematic) pregnancy trends showing up on social media: the pressure for a “belly only pregnancy” and the outdated advice to “eat for two.” As a certified prenatal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, they’re here to break down what these messages get wrong—and what moms actually need to hear. Inside this episode, we explore: Why the “belly only” trend is unrealistic, unhelpful, and rooted...

3 months ago

23 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

41. How to Train for Labor Like the Athletic Event It Is

You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Labor is like running a marathon.” And it’s true—birth is one of the most physically and mentally demanding events your body will ever go through. But most moms aren’t given a roadmap for how to actually prepare for it. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg breaks down how to train for labor using strength, endurance, and mobility—without pressure, perfectionism, or overdoing it. Whether you’re preparing for your first birth or your fourth,...

4 months ago

13 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

40. What I Eat in a Day (Realistic Mom of Two)

Not sure what to meal prep or how to structure your meals throughout the day? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin shares a typical day of meals as a mom of two and a packed work schedule. From meal and snack ideas, to how to make shifts based on cravings or where you're at in your menstrual cycle, this episode is packed with real-life strategies to help you nourish yourself without deprivation. Inside the episode, you’ll learn: The power of rotating through...

4 months ago

13 minutes

Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum

39. How I Consistently Work Out at Home with 2 Kids and No Childcare

Struggling to find time to work out with little ones underfoot? You’re not alone. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg shares the honest truth about how she stays consistent with fitness as a full-time mom of two—with zero childcare and a full plate. From letting go of perfection to looping in the kids and leaning on structure (not motivation), this episode is packed with real-life strategies to help you build strength and momentum—even when life is chaotic. Inside the epis...

4 months ago

9 minutes