Pregnancy & ED Recovery

Eating disorders aside, pregnancy can bring up all sorts of feelings and challenges for people. However, in this episode, we talk about why this stage of life can feel particularly complex when your relationship with food, weight, and body has been difficult in the past.

Drawing on our own experiences, we unpack some of the things that did, or can, feel hard: body changes, weight gain, medical appointments, food and movement advice, or just the uncertainty that comes with your body doing something you can’t fully control. We also look at how ED thoughts can resurface during pregnancy, alongside some practical tools and tips to combat them.

And finally, we’ll be reflecting on how pregnancy can strengthen recovery — offering an opportunity to practise trust and self-advocacy — as well as modelling the relationship with food and body image you want for your child.

Topics covered:


* Why pregnancy can feel triggering in ED recovery
• Body changes, weight gain, and navigating medical weigh-ins
• The fear of losing control over your body
• Food rules, nutrition messaging and advice
• Movement during pregnancy
• Recognising signs that pregnancy may be triggering old patterns
• Advocating for yourself with healthcare professionals
• Recovery tools and tips
• How becoming a parent can strengthen recovery motivation
• Why struggling with triggers doesn’t mean recovery is “going wrong”

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Meg
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Safia
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Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.safiaed.com

Em (copywriter & editor)
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Tallulah Self (podcast editor)
Instagram: @tallulahself

[DISCLAIMER]

We’re not medical professionals, and the podcast content reflects our own experiences and opinions. If you’re struggling with an eating disorder or disordered eating, please reach out to a medical professional for personalised support.