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. 3D AGO

    73. My 3-Step Birth Prep Framework: How to Train Your Body for Labor & Delivery

    Most pregnancy workouts focus on staying active… but very few actually prepare you for labor and delivery. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan — certified pregnancy personal trainer and birth doula — breaks down her signature 3-step birth prep framework designed to help you feel strong, confident, and physically prepared for the demands of birth. Because labor isn’t just about breathing techniques or hoping for the best — it’s an athletic event, and your training should reflect that. Inside this episode, Megan walks you through: 1. Core & Pelvic Floor Coordination Why a healthy pelvic floor isn’t just about tightening — it’s about function. You’ll learn how breath mechanics, pressure management, and coordination help to minimize pain, and support effective pushing during labor. 2. Strength & Stamina Under Load Labor requires endurance, not just strength. We talk about how to build progressive strength during pregnancy so you can hold positions, manage fatigue, and keep going when labor gets intense. 3. Mobility & Positioning for Birth Birth is dynamic — your body needs to move. This isn’t about passive stretching. It’s about creating mobility that allows you to access positions that support labor progression and help baby descend. This episode will shift how you think about pregnancy fitness — from “just staying active” to training with purpose. Whether you’re following a pregnancy fitness program, working with a prenatal fitness coach, or looking for guidance on how to prepare your body for birth, this episode will give you a clear roadmap. 🎧 Tune in for more episodes on pregnancy workout plans, postpartum recovery, birth prep, and free resources for new moms — all designed to help you feel Vibrantly You® through every stage of motherhood. To work with Megan, check out her 1:1 Online Prenatal Training and In-Person Birth doula packages HERE.  Episodes referenced: #41 Training for Labor like a Marathon #57 Strengthening or Stretching for Pregnancy 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

    10 min

  2. APR 15

    72. Rebuilding Your Relationship with Food Postpartum: Healing Beyond Bounce-Back Culture

    Feeling disconnected from your body after having a baby? Struggling with food guilt, pressure to “bounce back,” or wondering how to nourish yourself in this new season? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin shares a compassionate conversation about rebuilding your relationship with food postpartum and learning to trust your body again after pregnancy, birth, and the emotional journey into motherhood. This episode is not about dieting, restriction, or fixing your body. It’s about understanding what is physiologically happening in the postpartum period, honoring your changing needs, and creating a more peaceful, supportive approach to nutrition. In this episode, Caitlin covers: Why the pressure for postpartum weight loss and “bouncing back” can damage body trust  What your body is actually going through hormonally and physically after birth  How to practice intuitive nourishment in the early postpartum season  Releasing control and learning to support your body instead  Why creating rhythms works better than rigid food rules  How TTC, pregnancy loss, infertility, pregnancy, and labor can impact your relationship with your body  Baby steps to rebuild trust with food and yourself (because healing is not linear) This episode is for the mom who wants to feel grounded, nourished, and at peace in her body again. Because postpartum nutrition isn’t about shrinking yourself. It’s about replenishing, healing, and creating the foundation for long-term wellness. As a perinatal nutritionist, Caitlin brings both evidence-based insight and real compassion to this conversation so you can move forward with less pressure and more trust. Tune in for more conversations on postpartum recovery, pregnancy nutrition, hormone health, motherhood wellness, and free resources for new moms from a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist helping you feel Vibrantly You®. Postpartum Nutrition Guide: https://www.wholesomehuntressnutrition.com/product-page/nourish-to-flourish-postpartum-nutrition Cycle Syncing Mini Course: https://stan.store/wholesomehuntressnutrition/p/cycle-syncing-mini-course 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

    17 min

  3. APR 8

    71. Breastfeeding Real Talk: Clogs, Mastitis, Bottle Refusal & Letting Go

    Breastfeeding can be beautiful… and also incredibly challenging. In this Coffee Chit Chat episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re opening up about our real-life breastfeeding journeys — the highs, the struggles, and everything in between. From clogs and mastitis to bottle refusal, exclusively pumping, and nursing challenges, we’re sharing what it actually looked like for us behind the scenes. We also dive into the emotional side of breastfeeding — including mom guilt, making the decision to introduce formula, and the bittersweet experience of ending a breastfeeding chapter. In this episode, we talk about:  Navigating latch issues and early feeding struggles  Our experiences with clogs, mastitis, and supply challenges  Bottle refusal and what that looked like in real life  The reality of exclusive pumping vs nursing Letting go of expectations around breastfeeding  Processing the emotions of weaning and transitioning This episode is for any mom who has felt overwhelmed, emotional, or unsure in her feeding journey — whether you're currently breastfeeding, pumping, supplementing, or have already weaned. Remember, there is no one “right” way to feed your baby — only what works for you and your family. Tune in for more real-life conversations on motherhood, postpartum recovery, nutrition, and free resources for new moms — all designed to help you feel Vibrantly You®. ACOG Breastfeeding Recommendations 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

    32 min

  4. APR 1

    70. Sustainable Weight Loss Postpartum: Strength, Hormones & What Actually Works

    If you’re thinking about weight loss after having a baby, this episode is your reality check in the best way. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re breaking down what sustainable postpartum weight loss actually looks like and why it’s about so much more than cutting calories or jumping back into intense workouts. As a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, we walk you through how to rebuild your body first by focusing on strength, healing, and long-term health so weight loss becomes a byproduct, not the goal. From the fitness side, we cover:  Why postpartum recovery and core rehab must come before weight loss  How to rebuild strength through functional fitness after baby  When (and how) to safely return to impact training and running Why muscle mass matters especially as women over 30  How strength training supports long-term health, metabolism, and even perimenopause From the nutrition side, we talk about:  Why protein, carbs, and healthy fats are essential for healing and hormone balance  The role of nutrition in tissue repair, mood, inflammation, and energy  How undereating can negatively impact metabolism, hormones, and recovery  Why nourishment — not restriction — is key in the postpartum phaseThis episode will help you shift your mindset from “bouncing back” to building a strong, supported, and resilient body for motherhood and beyond. Because postpartum fitness isn’t about doing more — it’s about doing what actually works. 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

    34 min

  5. MAR 25

    69. From Athlete to Perinatal Nutritionist: Caitlin’s Journey into Maternal Health & Motherhood

    In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin shares her journey from being a high school and college athlete to becoming a perinatal nutritionist and maternal health advocate supporting moms through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. She opens up about how her early experience as an athletic trainer sparked her passion for nutrition, leading her to pursue a Master’s degree in Nutrition — and how everything shifted when she became a mom during the height of the pandemic. After unexpectedly losing her full-time role, Caitlin found herself at a crossroads — one that ultimately led her to build her own business, provide nutrition coaching, and step fully into her purpose of supporting women in motherhood. In this episode, Caitlin shares:  Her background as an athlete and how it shaped her approach to health  How she discovered her passion for nutrition and pursued advanced education  What it was like navigating early motherhood during the pandemic  The pivot from traditional employment to entrepreneurship  Her current role as a maternal health advocate in Vermont  How she supports moms through partnerships with local organizations and the Vermont Doula Company This episode is more than just a career story — it’s a reminder that sometimes the most unexpected seasons lead you exactly where you’re meant to be. Whether you’re pregnant, postpartum, or simply looking for support from a trusted prenatal nutritionist, this episode will help you feel more connected to the heart behind the work. Check out Caitlin's Nourish to Flourish Program HERE Learn more about her 1:1 Coaching 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

    11 min

  6. MAR 18

    68. My Journey to Becoming a Pregnancy Personal Trainer & Birth Doula (From Loss to VBAC)

    This episode is a little more personal — and a lot more meaningful. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Megan shares her journey to becoming a pregnancy personal trainer, postpartum fitness coach, and birth doula — and how her own experiences with loss, pregnancy, C-section recovery, and VBAC shaped the work she does today. From growing up active and falling out of routine in college… to discovering online fitness through the early days of community-based workouts… to ultimately finding her purpose in supporting moms — this is the story behind the brand. But more than that, it’s a story about what happens when you feel lost in pregnancy and postpartum — and how powerful it is to have the right support. Megan opens up about: Navigating pregnancy after loss during the pandemicFeeling anxious, disconnected, and unsure how to move her bodyRecovering from a C-section and rebuilding strength from the ground upBecoming pre/postnatal certified to heal herself — and realizing every mom deserved this supportHow her VBAC experience and working with a doula inspired her to become a birth doulaWhat it means to truly hold space for moms during pregnancy, birth, and postpartumThis episode is a behind-the-scenes look at how Vibrantly You® came to life — and why this work goes so much deeper than pregnancy workout plans or online postpartum workouts. Because yes — movement matters.  But so does feeling supported, informed, and deeply cared for in one of the biggest transitions of your life. If you’re currently pregnant, postpartum, or thinking about working with a prenatal fitness coach, this episode will help you understand what it really means to have someone in your corner. Referred to in this episode: Episode 27: Megan's Birth Story (TOLAC to Successful VBAC) Episode 33: 6 Things I Did to Prepare for a VBAC If you're curious about working together: Learn more about my Vibrantly You Fitness Coaching HERE  Have me join your birth team!  Tune in for more conversations on pregnancy fitness, postpartum recovery, birth prep, and free resources for new moms — and what it means to 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

    21 min

  7. MAR 11

    67. Essential Nutrients for Pregnancy: What Your Body Needs Each Trimester (and Postpartum)

    Feeling overwhelmed by all the nutrition advice during pregnancy? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin — certified perinatal nutritionist — breaks down the essential nutrients for pregnancy from the moment you find out you’re pregnant through postpartum recovery. Rather than focusing on rigid food rules, this episode is all about helping you understand what your body is asking for in each stage of pregnancy and how to support it with simple, realistic nutrition strategies. We walk through the major shifts happening in your body during each trimester and the key nutrients that help support baby’s development, maternal health, and postpartum recovery. Inside this episode, we cover: First Trimester Why food can feel the hardest in early pregnancy (nausea, aversions, fatigue)Nutrients that support early fetal development and placenta formationThe importance of folate, vitamin B6, and cholineSecond Trimester Why protein needs increase as baby growsHow iron supports blood volume expansion and energy levelsThird Trimester Why calorie needs are highest in late pregnancyThe role of protein, iron, hydration, and electrolytes in supporting labor preparation and maternal energyPostpartum Recovery Why nutrition should be a bigger part of the postpartum conversationThe importance of adequate calories, iron replenishment, and recovery-focused nourishment after birth — especially if significant blood loss occurredThis episode will help you shift from feeling overwhelmed by pregnancy nutrition advice to feeling confident in how to nourish your body throughout pregnancy and postpartum. Whether you’re newly pregnant, deep into your third trimester, or planning ahead for recovery, this conversation will help you better understand how nutrition supports your changing body. Mentioned in today's episode: - Episode 2: Nausea & Aversions - Episode 63: Prenatal Supplements  - Prenatal and Postpartum Nutritional Guides  If you loved today's episode, be sure to tune in for more conversations on prenatal nutrition, pregnancy fitness, postpartum recovery, and free resources for new moms from a pregnancy personal trainer and perinatal nutritionist dedicated to helping you feel Vibrantly You® in 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

    23 min

  8. MAR 4

    66. What Does a Doula Actually Do? The Role of a Doula on Your Birth Team

    Thinking about hiring a doula — but not totally sure what they actually do? In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re breaking down the real role of a birth doula on your labor and delivery team. From emotional support to advocacy, education, and hands-on comfort measures, we’re unpacking what’s within a doula’s scope of practice — and what’s not. We cover: What a doula is (and how they’re different from a nurse, midwife or OB)The scope of practice for birth doulasHow doulas support you physically during labor (positions, comfort techniques, etc)Emotional support and reducing fear in birthThe advocacy role — and why education BEFORE labor mattersWhy birth prep and informed decision-making are key to feeling confidentOne of the biggest takeaways? A doula doesn’t replace your medical team — they complement it. But the real magic happens when you do the preparation work ahead of time so you can walk into labor informed, empowered, and supported. Whether you’re newly pregnant, or building your birth plan, this episode will help you understand how birth support fits into the bigger picture of prenatal preparation. Because birth isn’t just something that happens to you — it’s something you can prepare for. Episode 27: Megan's Birth Story with Baby #2 (doula supported birth) Episode 33: 6 Things Megan Did to Prepare for her VBAC Megan incorporates doula work into her Prenatal Fitness Coaching. To learn more, CLICK HERE.  To inquire about having Megan on your birth team, inquire 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
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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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