This week, Sam chats with motherhood and lifestyle influencer Katie Beach about the tension that so often creeps into relationships after having a baby. If you’ve ever resented your partner postpartum, you’re not alone. And no, it doesn’t mean your relationship is doomed. Sam and Katie get real about “the roommate stage,” why postpartum resentment happens, the mental load of motherhood and why it feels so heavy, and why getting good at communicating with your partner is so, so important.

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This week on What the Actual Fork, Sam breaks down blood sugar management, explaining glucose, insulin, and what happens when blood sugar runs high. She covers key factors affecting insulin response, the importance of regular meals and hydration over fixating on macros, and why a strong relationship with food should come before diving into nutrition science.

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It’s Valentine’s Day, and we’re bringing back one of our favorite guests, Bri Campos, to talk all things dating, intimacy, and body image. Bri is a licensed mental health counselor and body image coach specializing in body grief and self-acceptance. In this conversation, she and Sam get real about the challenges of dating while navigating body image struggles, the vulnerability of intimacy, and how to cultivate deeper connections—both with others and with ourselves.

Bri shares both personal and professional insights, emphasizing the importance of self-acceptance and viewing each experience as an opportunity to learn and grow. This episode offers practical advice for anyone navigating dating and intimacy while confronting internalized beliefs and societal biases about body size.

Whether you’re single, partnered, or somewhere in between, this episode is a reminder that love—both for yourself and from others—doesn’t require changing your body. It requires showing up as you are.

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Connect with Bri:

Blog: Body Image With Bri

Instagram: @bodyimagewithbri

Bri’s Podcast: Body Grievers Club

Recommended Listening:

• Let’s Talk About [Fat] Sex.
• Plus Size Love
• My partner said they’re not attracted to me since I’ve gained weight
• Dating & Body Image: Agency + Pleasure

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In this episode of What The Actual Fork Sam and Jenna explore why it's so important to start conversations about bodies early—teaching kids that all bodies are good (and cool!). They also discuss the push for “fat” to be seen as a neutral descriptor and why the stigma and negative connotations around the word still slow down this important shift.

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Sam and Jenna are diving into the anxieties of motherhood, especially the challenge of leaving your kids in someone else’s care for the first time. Why does it feel so hard to hand over control? How do we navigate the guilt of enjoying a break? And what can we do to remind ourselves that stepping away doesn’t mean stepping back from being a good mom? Plus, they’re breaking down why it’s okay to feel both relief and heartache when you finally take that step toward trusting others with your child. If you’ve ever found yourself second-guessing, overthinking, or feeling alone in these experiences, this episode is for you. Join Jenna and Sam as they embrace the duality of motherhood—the guilt and the gratification—and remind you that you're never alone on this journey.

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This week on What the Actual Fork, Sam sits down with the incredible Dr. Colleen Reichmann, a licensed clinical psychologist and eating disorder specialist, for an honest and heartfelt conversation about fertility, body image, and the rollercoaster of pregnancy and postpartum. Dr. Reichmann shares her personal fertility journey, opening up about the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way. She offers valuable insights on approaching body image during these life transitions with self-compassion. Whether you're in the thick of it or just curious, this episode is packed with support, insight, and real talk!

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Keep up with Dr. Reichmann

Website: www.wildflowertherapyllc.com

Instagram: @drcolleenreichmann

TikTok: @drcolleenreichmann

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This episode is one big WTAF moment as Sam and Jenna take on diet culture’s wildest trends—yep, they’re talking about the carnivore diet—and break down why balance beats extremes every time. They dive into the dangers of social media misinformation, the pressure dietitians face to cut through the noise, and share what’s been working for them when it comes to keeping their families fed, even (and especially) when life gets chaotic. 

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In this episode of What the Actual Fork, Sam and Jenna chat with Dr. Erin Knopf, a psychiatrist, pediatrician, and eating disorder specialist. They cover intuitive eating, the damaging effects of diet culture on families, and the use of medications like GLP-1 for weight loss in kids. Dr. Knopf shares insights on body diversity, children’s growth patterns, and fostering a healthy relationship with food. She also introduces VERY, her virtual eating recovery practice, and highlights the importance of weight-inclusive care and challenging outdated medical biases. It’s such an informative, empowering episode. Can’t wait to hear what you think!

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In this episode of What the Actual Fork, Jenna gets real about the mix of emotions as she preps for baby #3. From reflecting on early motherhood to dealing with last-minute appointments and a not-so-nice comment about her body, she opens up about the highs, the lows, and everything in between. Sam offers all the support while the two dive into the importance of being mindful with our words and share their own body image struggles. Don’t miss this heartfelt chat—and stay tuned for baby updates soon!

Thank you for being with us this year—we’re so grateful for each and every one of you. Wishing you a gentle, restful end to 2024, and we’ll see you after the holidays!

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This week on What the Actual Fork, Sam and Jenna are joined by actress and cookbook author Emma Myles! Best known for her role as Leanne Taylor on Orange Is the New Black, Emma opens up about her journey with food and body image and her fight against diet culture.

We dive into her debut cookbook, The Trigger Kitchen: Dismantling Diet Culture One Unapologetic Recipe at a Time, which features so many delicious recipes designed to dismantle harmful food narratives and celebrate the joy of eating. Emma’s humor and authenticity shine as she shares how personal experiences inspired her work.

Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of calorie amounts, weight, and behaviors related to eating disorders. If any of these topics might be triggering for you, feel free to skip this episode and return at another time.

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