Ep. 190: This week, I’m sharing something really special: the gender of our baby. After keeping it quiet (and editing out so many slips!), I’m finally letting you in on how Greg and I found out—and how it felt in that moment. I also open up about some of the emotional challenges I’ve been facing, especially around body image and identity as my pregnancy progresses. There’s also a bit of travel talk, reflections on IVF, and updates on how I’m caring for my mental and physical wellness right now. If you’re pregnant, trying, or just curious, I hope this episode makes you feel seen.

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Topics Discussed

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  00:08 : Introduction
  

  
  


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  00:43 : Recent trip to New York & dogs
  

  
  


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  8:09 : 15 weeks pregnant now
  

  
  


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  8:40 : Struggles with body image changes
  

  
  


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  9:58 : Triggering by gym experience
  

  
  


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  12:43 : Pregnancy reflections & self compassion
  

  
  


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  17:05 : Preparing for trip to Europe
  

  
  


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  18:10 : Getting back into weight lifting
  

  
  


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  18:40 : Gender reveal!
  

  
  


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  24:05 : Q&A
  

  
  


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  29:10 : Baby name (Welsh)
  

  
  


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  30:13 : Nursery plans & decor
  

  
  


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  32:55 : Still drinking Bloom Greens during pregnancy
  

  
  


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  33:12 : First trimester symptoms
  

  
  


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  36:42 : Launching Bloom Pop soda on July 4
  

  
  

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