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

Megan Martineau and Caitlin Cipriano
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Welcome to The Vibrantly You® Podcast, where we bring you evidence-based conversations on pregnancy workouts, postpartum recovery, perinatal nutrition, pelvic floor health, and real-life motherhood. Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, newly postpartum, or navigating life with littles — this podcast is here to help you feel strong, nourished, and vibrantly you. Meet your hosts: Megan Martineau is a Certified Personal Trainer & Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist who helps women train for birth, reduce pelvic pain, and rebuild strength postpartum.Caitlin Cipriano is a Certified Perinatal Nutritionist with a Master’s in Nutrition. She helps moms support hormones, energy, and healing through food that actually works in real life. Together, we bring personal experience (we're both moms of two!) and professional expertise to support you through every season of motherhood. No bounce-back culture here — just functional movement, mindful nourishment, and compassionate support. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe for tips on: Strength training in pregnancyDiastasis recti & pelvic floor recoveryPostpartum mental health & hormone shiftsNutrition for breastfeeding and healingReal talk about mom life, identity, and self-care So grab your coffee (hot or reheated!) and join us for expert-backed guidance and honest mom-to-mom conversations.

  1. 4d ago

    83. Preparing Your Body for Labor: Why Staying Active During Pregnancy Isn't Enough

    When most people think about birth preparation, they think about birth plans, hospital bags, and whether they'll get an epidural. But there's one piece of birth prep that's often missing from the conversation: Preparing your body for labor. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan, certified pregnancy personal trainer, prenatal fitness coach, and birth doula, explains why there's a big difference between simply exercising during pregnancy and intentionally training your body for labor, birth, and postpartum recovery. Because labor isn't just a mental experience—it's a physical one. And while we can't control how birth unfolds, we can prepare our bodies to move with confidence, adapt to the unexpected, and feel stronger throughout the journey. In this episode, you'll learn:  Why staying active during pregnancy isn't the same as preparing for labor  How body awareness can improve your birth experience  Why breath mechanics and pelvic floor coordination matter more than endless Kegels  How strength training helps build the endurance needed for labor and delivery  Why mobility isn't about stretching—it's about creating movement options during birth  How intentional movement supports a more comfortable pregnancy and lays the foundation for postpartum recovery  The three pillars of Megan's signature birth preparation frameworkWhether you're newly pregnant or approaching your due date, this episode will help you rethink what prenatal fitness can look like and why intentional movement is one of the best ways to prepare for one of the biggest athletic events of your life. Because birth preparation isn't about controlling your birth. It's about walking into labor feeling stronger, more capable, and more connected to your body—no matter how your story unfolds. Tune in every week for expert conversations on pregnancy fitness, postpartum recovery, birth preparation, perinatal nutrition, and free resources for new moms from a pregnancy personal trainer, birth doula, and perinatal nutritionist dedicated to helping you feel Vibrantly You®. Free Resources mentioned in this episode: Birth Prep Blueprint Prenatal Movement Method For 1:1 support: Vibrant Start: Birth Prep Intensive Session1:1 Prenatal Fitness Coaching Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    14 min

  2. Jun 24

    82. [Replay] Constipation During Pregnancy: Simple Nutrition & Movement Strategies That Work

    Replay Episode: We're bringing back one of our most popular early episodes because constipation is one of the most common — and most frustrating — pregnancy symptoms. If you're struggling with constipation during pregnancy, you're definitely not alone. But here's the good news: it's not something you have to simply accept for the next nine months. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we break down the most effective ways to support digestion and relieve constipation during pregnancy using practical, evidence-based nutrition and movement strategies. As a perinatal nutritionist and pregnancy personal trainer, we see this challenge come up all the time with expecting moms. The combination of hormonal shifts, slowed digestion, prenatal vitamins, and reduced activity can create the perfect storm for constipation—but there are things you can do to help. In this episode, we discuss: Why constipation is so common during pregnancyThe role of hormones in slowing digestionThree key nutrition strategies: fluids, fiber, and healthy fatsHow hydration impacts bowel regularityEasy ways to increase fiber without overwhelming your digestive systemWhy healthy fats matter for digestion and overall pregnancy healthHow movement and exercise can help support healthy bowel functionSimple steps you can start implementing todayWhether you're in your first trimester or nearing your due date, this episode will give you practical tools to feel more comfortable and support your digestive health throughout pregnancy. Because pregnancy is hard enough—you shouldn't have to spend nine months feeling backed up, too. Tune in weekly for conversations on pregnancy nutrition, prenatal fitness, postpartum recovery, and free resources for new moms designed to help you feel Vibrantly You® through every stage of motherhood. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    19 min

  3. Jun 17

    81. Postpartum Nutrient Depletion: Why So Many Moms Feel Exhausted (and What to Do About It)

    Feeling exhausted, running on coffee, and surviving on your toddler's leftovers? You're not alone—but that doesn't mean it's normal. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we dive into the often-overlooked topic of postpartum nutrient depletion and why so many moms find themselves undernourished during the months and years after having a baby. Between caring for a newborn, managing household responsibilities, returning to work, and trying to meet everyone else's needs, it's easy for moms to fall to the bottom of the priority list. The result? Skipped meals, inadequate nutrition, low energy, and feeling like you're constantly running on empty. As a perinatal nutritionist and postpartum fitness coach, we discuss why nourishing yourself isn't selfish—it's essential. In this episode, we cover: - What postpartum nutrient depletion is and why it happens  - Common signs of undernourishment in motherhood  - Why "eating off your toddler's plate" shouldn't be your nutrition plan  - The impact of inadequate nutrition on energy, mood, recovery, and overall health  - How protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats support postpartum healing  - Realistic meal prep ideas for busy moms  - Easy ways to reduce decision fatigue around food  - Why moms need nourishment long after the newborn phase ends Whether you're newly postpartum or several years into motherhood, this episode will help you identify areas where your body may be asking for more support and offer practical strategies to make nutrition feel more manageable. Because motherhood requires a tremendous amount of energy—and your body deserves to be fueled accordingly. Tune in for more conversations on postpartum recovery, pregnancy nutrition, hormone health, motherhood wellness, online postpartum workouts, and free resources for new moms from a pregnancy personal trainer, postpartum fitness coach, and perinatal nutritionist dedicated to helping you feel Vibrantly You®. To read Caitlin's blog post about this topic, CLICK HERE.  To join the Nourished Rhythm Kitchen as a founding member, CLICK HERE Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    24 min

  4. Jun 10

    80. Why Intuitive Eating Feels So Hard When You’re Undernourished

    Have you ever felt like you can’t trust your hunger cues? Or wondered why intuitive eating seems to work for everyone else—but feels confusing for you? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin dives into the often-misunderstood concept of intuitive eating and explores why it can be incredibly difficult to practice when you're coming from a place of chronic undernourishment, dieting, or food rules. Drawing from her own experience of coaching others who have been deeply immersed in diet culture, Caitlin shares how years of disconnecting from hunger, fullness, and satisfaction cues can make it challenging to trust your body again. She also unpacks how intuitive eating has become a social media buzzword—and why it's about so much more than simply "eating whatever you want." In this episode, you'll learn:  Why chronic dieting and under-eating can disrupt hunger and fullness cues  How diet culture teaches us to distrust our bodies  What intuitive eating actually means (and what it doesn't)  Why intuitive eating isn't the same as giving in to every craving  How guilt, food rules, and negative self-talk impact your relationship with food  The connection between nourishment, body trust, and emotional well-being  Practical ways to begin rebuilding trust in your body and its signals This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in the cycle of food guilt, restriction, overeating, or constantly second-guessing what their body needs. Because intuitive eating isn't about perfection. It's about rebuilding a relationship with your body that is rooted in trust, curiosity, and compassion. Whether you're navigating motherhood, postpartum recovery, hormone changes, or simply trying to heal your relationship with food, this conversation will help you take the first steps toward a more peaceful and sustainable approach to nourishment. Tune in for more conversations on nutrition for moms, postpartum wellness, hormone health, body image, and free resources for new moms from a perinatal nutritionist and pregnancy personal trainer helping you feel Vibrantly You®. If you're interested in learning more about working with Caitlin, you can check out her services HERE.  Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    13 min

  5. Jun 4

    79. Trying to Conceive in 2026: The Foundations That Actually Matter for Fertility

    Trying to conceive can feel overwhelming. Between fertility supplements, hormone hacks, social media advice, and endless opinions online, it’s easy to lose sight of the things that truly move the needle. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan and Caitlin break down the foundational habits that support fertility and reproductive health—without the overwhelm. As a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, we discuss the nutrition, movement, and lifestyle factors that create a strong foundation for conception and a healthy pregnancy. If you're currently TTC (trying to conceive), thinking about growing your family, or simply want to better understand how to support your body before pregnancy, this episode is for you. This episode is a reminder that fertility isn't about finding the perfect supplement or biohack. It's about building a strong foundation and supporting your body consistently over time. Whether you've been trying for a month or a year, we hope this conversation leaves you feeling empowered, informed, and a little less alone. Tune in for more conversations on fertility nutrition, pregnancy fitness, postpartum recovery, hormone health, and free resources for new moms from a prenatal fitness coach, postpartum fitness coach, and perinatal nutritionist dedicated to helping you feel Vibrantly You®. Referenced in this episode: Ep 20: Exercising During the 2 Week Wait  Nourished Rhythm Kitchen Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    24 min

  6. May 27

    78. Perimenopause, Strength Training & Anti-Diet Culture with Jessie Mundell

    What if the exhaustion, anxiety, poor recovery, sleep changes, and body shifts you’re experiencing aren’t just postpartum… but the beginning of perimenopause? In this powerful guest episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we sit down with Jessie Mundell — exercise specialist in pregnancy, postpartum, birth recovery, and perimenopause — to talk about what women actually need to know about training, fueling, and supporting their bodies as they age. Jessie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Health & Physical Education and a Master’s in Kinesiology, and has spent the last 20 years educating women and fitness professionals on how to move through pregnancy, postpartum, and midlife with strength and confidence. Together, we dive into:  Jessie’s journey into the pre/postnatal and perimenopause space  Why anti-diet culture is central to her philosophy  Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause women often dismiss  Why many women are told they’re “too young” for menopause conversations  The overlap between postpartum and perimenopause symptoms  The role of progesterone in perimenopause and menopause  How workouts and recovery need to shift in midlife  Why strength training becomes even more important as we age  The importance of fueling adequately and avoiding chronic under-eating  The “minimum effective dose” approach to fitness: doing less, but smarter This episode is especially important for women and folks navigating motherhood later in life, wondering why their body suddenly feels different, or trying to figure out how to exercise in a way that actually supports their hormones and nervous system. Whether you’re postpartum, approaching perimenopause, or already experiencing symptoms, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, validated, and empowered to advocate for yourself. Connect with Jessie everywhere on the internet at Jessie Mundell.  Her Website Her Instagram  Tune in for more conversations on pregnancy fitness, postpartum recovery, women’s hormone health, strength training for women, and free resources for new moms designed to help you feel Vibrantly You® through every stage of womanhood. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    42 min

  7. May 20

    77. First Trimester Workouts: Letting Go of Guilt When Exercise Feels Hard

    Thought pregnancy would be your motivation to “finally stay consistent” with workouts… and then the first trimester hit? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan — certified pregnancy personal trainer and prenatal fitness coach — is talking about the reality of exercise during the first trimester and why so many people feel blindsided by exhaustion, nausea, and the sudden inability to move the way they expected. This episode is your permission slip to stop fighting your body. We dive into the disconnect between expectations and reality in early pregnancy, the grief that can come with feeling unlike yourself, and how to release the guilt around not being able to maintain your normal workout routine. Because first trimester movement doesn’t need to be intense to be impactful.  In this episode, Megan covers:  What’s physically happening in the first trimester that affects energy and exercise tolerance  Why fatigue and nausea can make workouts feel impossible  The emotional side of grieving your pre-pregnancy identity and expectations  How to stop viewing rest as failure  Low-energy, high-impact movement strategies that still support your pregnancy  Simple exercises and drills like:  360 breathing  mobility work  gentle walks  nervous system-supportive movementThis episode is for the pregnant mom who feels frustrated, discouraged, or disconnected from movement in early pregnancy. You are not lazy. Your body is doing something incredibly demanding. And sometimes the most supportive thing you can do is shift the goal from performance to support. Tune in weekly for conversations on pregnancy workout plans, prenatal fitness, postpartum recovery, and free resources for new moms designed to help you feel Vibrantly You® through every stage of motherhood. Referenced in this episode: Episode 2: Nausea and Aversions in PregnancyEpisode 3: Adjusting Your Workouts in the First TrimesterEpisode 54: Pregnancy Fitness Expectations and Setbacks Episode 55: Nutrition in Pregnancy: When Expectations Don't Match RealityFind a perinatal mental health therapist near you  Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    13 min

  8. May 13

    76. Mental Load in Motherhood: Why Moms Feel So Maxed Out

    Ever feel like you have 100 tabs open in your brain at all times? Same. In this Coffee Chit Chat episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin are having an honest conversation about the mental load of motherhood — the invisible overwhelm so many moms carry every single day. From remembering appointments and snack requests to managing emotions, schedules, routines, and everyone else’s needs, we talk about why motherhood can feel mentally exhausting in ways no one fully prepares you for. We also dive deeper into:  How becoming a mom can bring underlying mental health struggles to the surface  Why many coping mechanisms stop working after kids  The massive hormonal shifts of pregnancy, postpartum, and perimenopause — and how they impact mood, stress tolerance, and emotional regulation  Why moms often feel overstimulated and touched out  The importance of teaching young children how to participate in the home — regardless of gender This episode is both validating and empowering, especially if you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like your brain never shuts off. As a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, we spend a lot of time talking about physical health — but mental and emotional wellness are just as important in motherhood. Because moms were never meant to carry all of this alone. Tune in for more conversations on postpartum recovery, motherhood mental health, pregnancy wellness, hormone health, and free resources for new moms designed to help you feel Vibrantly You® in every season of motherhood. Book referenced in this episode: Hunt, Gather, Parent Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only and not to diagnose or treat any conditions. Before beginning any type of fitness or nutrition program, it is your responsibility to consult with a medical professional. Connect with us!  Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcastMeg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellnessCaitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition

    24 min
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Welcome to The Vibrantly You® Podcast, where we bring you evidence-based conversations on pregnancy workouts, postpartum recovery, perinatal nutrition, pelvic floor health, and real-life motherhood. Whether you’re trying to conceive, pregnant, newly postpartum, or navigating life with littles — this podcast is here to help you feel strong, nourished, and vibrantly you. Meet your hosts: Megan Martineau is a Certified Personal Trainer & Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist who helps women train for birth, reduce pelvic pain, and rebuild strength postpartum.Caitlin Cipriano is a Certified Perinatal Nutritionist with a Master’s in Nutrition. She helps moms support hormones, energy, and healing through food that actually works in real life. Together, we bring personal experience (we're both moms of two!) and professional expertise to support you through every season of motherhood. No bounce-back culture here — just functional movement, mindful nourishment, and compassionate support. 🎧 New episodes every Wednesday. Subscribe for tips on: Strength training in pregnancyDiastasis recti & pelvic floor recoveryPostpartum mental health & hormone shiftsNutrition for breastfeeding and healingReal talk about mom life, identity, and self-care So grab your coffee (hot or reheated!) and join us for expert-backed guidance and honest mom-to-mom conversations.

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