Fat and Fertile

What is Fat Positive Fertility Coaching


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In this episode of Fat and Fertile, I’m diving deep into something I don’t talk about nearly enough—what fat positive fertility coaching actually is, and why it matters so much.

I’ve been a fertility coach for over seven years now, and while I often share tools, insights, and resources, I realised I haven’t really broken down how coaching works or what it looks like to be supported in a fat-positive, weight-neutral space. So that’s what this episode is all about.

I share how my own experience of being diagnosed with PCOS as a teen—and being told I’d never have children—led me to this work. And I explain how my journey through unlearning diet culture and stepping away from weight loss gave me the clarity and drive to support others doing the same, especially those navigating fertility in bigger bodies.

In this episode, I talk about:

  • What coaching means to me (and why it’s not about “fixing” you)
  • The unique challenges fat folks face when trying to get pregnant
  • Why we deserve support that’s free from judgement and shame
  • What it means to create safety in your nervous system as you navigate this process
  • How to explore health-promoting behaviours without dieting
  • And why separating your worth from your ability to conceive is a game-changer

I also explain what a fat positive approach really looks like in practice—how I work with you to move from where you are now to where you want to be, using tools that centre your autonomy, your lived experience, and your joy.

If you’ve ever felt like you're battling the system just to be seen, heard, or supported—this one’s for you. And if it resonates, I’d love to invite you to book a free 30-minute chat with me. No pressure, no pushy sales pitch—just a space to connect and see if coaching might be the right next step for you.

Resources & Links:

  • Email me: [email protected]
  • Find me on Instagram: @fatpositivefertility
  • My book: Fat and Fertile – available via Amazon
  • Join my community: Ko-Fi Membership

Thanks for listening, lovely. You absolutely deserve to feel supported, cared for, and full of hope as you navigate growing your family—exactly as you are. 💛

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Fat and FertileBy Nicola Salmon