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EPISODE · Sep 24, 2025 · 21 MIN

43. Cringey Postpartum Trends That Need To Go

from Vibrantly You® Podcast | Fitness, Nutrition, and Wellness for Pregnancy & Postpartum · host Megan Martineau and Caitlin Cipriano

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 postpartum period: protein, carbs, fats, hydration, and restWhy “3 exercises to close your DR” is misleading—and what to do insteadThe difference between core aesthetics and core functionHow long-term healing requires full-body strength and patience, not pressureWhether you’re newly postpartum or still navigating recovery months (or years) later, this episode will help you tune out the noise and focus on what actually matters.Know someone feeling overwhelmed by postpartum advice? Send this their way!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

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...

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