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 up for us
• Why it’s completely normal to not feel “back to yourself” for 18–24 months (or longer)
• The role of hormones and nutrition in postpartum recovery
• Why the 2-year mark often brings more clarity, stability, and strength
• How we learned to redefine postpartum healing as a long-game process

If you’ve ever wondered, “Shouldn’t I be past this by now?”—this one’s for you.

Tune in for validation, real talk, and a reminder that healing isn’t linear—and you’re not alone.

Loved this episode? Share it with a fellow mom navigating the early years, and be sure to follow!

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.

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• Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcast
• Meg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellness
• Caitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition
• Free Facebook Group: Vibrantly You® Community

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 birth unfolds.

Inside this episode, you’ll hear:

• How strength training and endurance work helped Meg prepare for labor like a marathon
• Why hip mobility and pelvic positioning matter for smoother fetal descent
• The role of pelvic floor relaxation and breathwork in VBAC prep
• Strategies for optimal baby positioning (Spinning Babies, Miles Circuit, and more)
• Mindset tools like mantras, journaling, and birth affirmations to reduce fear and build trust

Whether you’re planning for an unmedicated birth, open to an epidural, or preparing for every possibility—including a repeat c-section—this episode will help you feel more in tune with your body and your birth vision.

Referenced episodes:

• Episode 27: My VBAC Birth Story
• Episode 9: Breech Baby/Planned C-Section

Links:

• VBAC Facts
• Pelvic INLET Exercises
• Mid Pelvis Exercises
• Pelvic OUTLET Exercises
• Spinning Babies
• Miles Circuit

Know someone planning for a VBAC? Share this episode with them!

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.

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• Instagram @vibrantlyyoupodcast
• Meg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellness
• Caitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition
• Free Facebook Group: Vibrantly You® Community

Pregnancy nutrition can feel like information overload—so let’s simplify it. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist Caitlin Cipriano walks you through the most important nutrients to focus on in each trimester of pregnancy, why they matter, and easy, no-stress food ideas to help you meet your needs.

Whether you’re managing first-trimester nausea, getting your energy back in the second, or prepping your body for birth in the third, this episode gives you practical, compassionate guidance to support both you and your baby—without pressure to be perfect.

You’ll learn:

• The top nutrients for each trimester—like folate, iron, DHA, choline, and magnesium
• Easy-to-digest food ideas that support pregnancy symptoms and energy needs
• How to navigate nausea, food aversions, and constipation with realistic options
• Why nourishment is about consistency, not perfection
• Gentle reminders to honor your hunger and trust your body during this powerful season

If this episode helped you feel more confident and less overwhelmed, share it with a mama-to-be and leave us a review!

Get your free trimester-by-trimester nutrient guide 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 @vibrantlyyoupodcast
• Meg's Instagram @vibrantmamawellness
• Caitlin's Instagram @wholesomehuntressnutrition
• Free Facebook Group: Vibrantly You® Community