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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 pregnancy
- Diastasis recti & pelvic floor recovery
- Postpartum mental health & hormone shifts
- Nutrition for breastfeeding and healing
- Real 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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If you're pregnant and struggling with that burning sensation in your chest after meals — you're not alone. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we're breaking down everything you need to know about heartburn during pregnancy — from what causes it to natural, practical ways to reduce it. We’ll explain how pregnancy hormones and your growing belly contribute to heartburn, common food and lifestyle triggers, and the gentle nutrition and habit shifts that can actually help. Whether you...
⚠️ Trigger Warning: This episode discusses miscarriage and pregnancy loss. Please take care while listening. In this tender and important episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin open up a compassionate conversation about what it means to nourish your body after pregnancy loss. While no amount of self-care can take away the grief, nurturing your physical body can be one way to support the healing process—both hormonally and emotionally. This episode is not about rules or restric...
Did you know that your thyroid could be impacting your ability to conceive—even if your labs are “normal”? In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin explore the powerful connection between thyroid function and fertility, including Meg’s own personal journey. We’re breaking down how under-active or over-active thyroid conditions can affect pregnancy outcomes—and what you can do about it. Inside this episode, we cover: How thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH) influence reproducti...
Ever wondered what actually happens at a pelvic floor physical therapy appointment? Or whether it’s worth paying out-of-pocket instead of going through insurance? In this special guest episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin sit down with Dr. Courtney Smiach, founder of Rebel PT in Fuquay-Varina, NC. Courtney is a doctor of physical therapy who specializes in orthopedics and pelvic floor therapy—and she’s passionate about helping women feel comfortable, supported, and fully car...
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...
In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin dive into two of the most pervasive (and problematic) pregnancy trends showing up on social media: the pressure for a “belly only pregnancy” and the outdated advice to “eat for two.” As a certified prenatal trainer and perinatal nutritionist, they’re here to break down what these messages get wrong—and what moms actually need to hear. Inside this episode, we explore: Why the “belly only” trend is unrealistic, unhelpful, and rooted...
You’ve probably heard the phrase: “Labor is like running a marathon.” And it’s true—birth is one of the most physically and mentally demanding events your body will ever go through. But most moms aren’t given a roadmap for how to actually prepare for it. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg breaks down how to train for labor using strength, endurance, and mobility—without pressure, perfectionism, or overdoing it. Whether you’re preparing for your first birth or your fourth,...
Not sure what to meal prep or how to structure your meals throughout the day? In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Caitlin shares a typical day of meals as a mom of two and a packed work schedule. From meal and snack ideas, to how to make shifts based on cravings or where you're at in your menstrual cycle, this episode is packed with real-life strategies to help you nourish yourself without deprivation. Inside the episode, you’ll learn: The power of rotating through...
Struggling to find time to work out with little ones underfoot? You’re not alone. In this solo episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg shares the honest truth about how she stays consistent with fitness as a full-time mom of two—with zero childcare and a full plate. From letting go of perfection to looping in the kids and leaning on structure (not motivation), this episode is packed with real-life strategies to help you build strength and momentum—even when life is chaotic. Inside the epis...
Packing your hospital bag for labor and birth is a rite of passage in pregnancy. But don't skip over the most important part - snacks!! In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist Caitlin Cipriano walks you through the four key types of snacks to include in your hospital bag so you're fueled and nourished for one of the most athletic events of your life....labor! In this episode: Ideal snacks for each stage of labor Why you need nourishment Setting the foun...
Can you be a stay-at-home mom and a work-from-home business owner? In this honest, off-the-cuff episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin share what it’s really like to juggle motherhood, entrepreneurship, and self-care—without losing yourself in the chaos. We’re talking: The mental load of switching between mom mode and work modeWhy your physical and emotional well-being comes before the to-do listRealistic tips for reducing burnout and reclaiming your time (hello, hobbies!)Tune...
Breastfeeding is beautiful - but let’s be honest, it can also leave you ravenous, thirsty, and completely overwhelmed trying to figure out what to eat (or avoid). In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin are breaking down exactly what your body needs while breastfeeding. If you’re wondering what to eat for milk supply, whether certain foods might bother your baby, or how to keep yourself nourished when time and energy are low, this conversation is for you. In this ...
Feeling overwhelmed trying to “get back into a routine” after having a baby? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin have an honest, real-mom conversation about what postpartum workouts actually looked like in their first year after birth—and how to build a sustainable fitness routine that supports healing, strength, and your new life as a mom. Spoiler: it doesn’t have to be 5 days a week or 60-minute workouts. Progress in the postpartum season is abou...
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...
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 bir...
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 practica...
Between “bounce-back” workout plans, supplement recommendations, and influencer-perfect routines, social media can feel like a minefield—especially when you’re pregnant or newly postpartum. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, we’re breaking down the most harmful trends we’ve seen online—and helping you spot the red flags in your feed. Inside this episode, we unpack: Unrealistic pregnancy and postpartum body expectationsCommon supplements promoted online Fear-based fitness and ...
Summer trips, beach days, long car rides—travel season is here, and with it comes the question: Should I be working out on vacation? In this short, solo episode of the Vibrantly You® Podcast, personal trainer and pre/postnatal fitness expert Megan Martineau gives you permission to ditch the guilt and take a flexible approach to fitness while away from home. Whether you want to keep moving or fully unplug, this episode helps you make choices that support your body without stressing yourse...
Whether you’re road-tripping, flying cross-country, or just surviving snack time in the minivan this summer, nutrition on the go can feel… like a lost cause. But it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, perinatal nutritionist, Caitlin Cipriano, shares practical, low-pressure strategies for fueling yourself and your little ones—without the overwhelm. From smart snack ideas to hydration hacks and “better-for-you” drive-thru tips, we’re giving you the tools to stay n...
In this episode of The Vibrantly You® Podcast, Meg and Caitlin sit down with Nicole Scheitlin— personal trainer, pre/postnatal fitness specialist, and founder of Strong Mama Wellness — to talk through her three very different birth experiences. From navigating an unplanned C-section after “failure to progress,” to weighing the emotional and physical pros and cons of a VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) vs. a repeat C-section, to ultimately choosing an elective C-section for her third —...
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