Redefining Postpartum: Body Image, Self-Acceptance, and Rejecting Bounce-Back Culture

Ever feel like the world is pushing you to "bounce back" after pregnancy? In today’s episode, we’re tackling this head-on with my guest, Ocean Trail—a strength and conditioning coach who specializes in pregnancy and postpartum fitness. We dive into Ocean’s deeply personal journey with body image before, during, and after pregnancy, and how she has navigated the pressures of society’s bounce-back culture. Plus, she shares her wisdom on embracing self-acceptance, building a strong support system, and navigating social media’s often unrealistic portrayals. Whether you’re a new mom or just someone navigating life’s curveballs, this episode is packed with advice to help you focus on what really matters—your health and happiness. During our chat we dove into: (2:50) Ocean's candid story on body image transformation during pregnancy and postpartum (8:45) Breaking down the pressures of “bounce-back culture” (13:00) How self-acceptance and support systems are crucial for new moms (21:50) Navigating the impact of social media on postpartum body image (32:00) Practical, no-nonsense tips for new moms on fitness and well-being Just remember, your journey is your own, and it's more than okay to embrace every change along the way. If you enjoyed this episode, I'd love to see you share what you took away from it by taking a screenshot of the episode and tagging me on Instagram! And don’t forget to follow, rate, and review the podcast and tell me what you want to learn about next! RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Access free and low cost resources and services from this episode HERE! CONNECT WITH EMILY FIELD RD: Instagram Website Facebook CONNECT WITH OCEAN TRAIL: Website Instagram