Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum
Megan Martineau and Caitlin Cipriano
53 episodes
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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...
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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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
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...
⚠️ 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
Packing your hospital bag for labor and birth is a rite of passage in pregnancy. But don't skip over the most important part - snacks!! In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist Caitlin Cipriano walks you through the four key types of snacks to include in your hospital bag so you're fueled and nourished for one of the most athletic events of your life....labor! In this episode: Ideal snacks for each stage of labor Why you need nourishment Setting the foun...
Can you be a stay-at-home mom and a work-from-home business owner? In this honest, off-the-cuff episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin share what it’s really like to juggle motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-care—without losing yourself in the chaos. We’re talking: The mental load of switching between mom mode and work modeWhy your physical and emotional well-being comes before the to-do listRealistic tips for reducing burnout and reclaiming your time (hello, hobbies!)Tune...
Breastfeeding is beautiful - but let’s be honest, it can also leave you ravenous, thirsty, and completely overwhelmed trying to figure out what to eat (or avoid). In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin are breaking down exactly what your body needs while breastfeeding. If you’re wondering what to eat for milk supply, whether certain foods might bother your baby, or how to keep yourself nourished when time and energy are low, this conversation is for you. In this ...
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, strength, and your new life as a mom. Spoiler: it doesn’t have to be 5 days a week or 60-minute workouts. Progress in the postpartum season is abou...
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 chaos, mental health challenges, and the slow return to feeling like you again. Inside this episode, we share: What perinatal mood disorders showed...
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 the birth experience, we can prepare our bodies and minds in a way that increases confidence, mobility, and a sense of readiness—no matter how bir...
Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum
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...
