Struggling to conceive and facing barriers because of your BMI?

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You’re not alone. In this powerful episode, Emma Haslam sits down with Nicola Salmon, an award winning fat-positive fertility advocate and coach, to unpack the harsh realities of weight stigma in fertility and health care, both privately and through the NHS.

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Nicola shares her personal journey, from being told at 16 she’d never conceive, to naturally becoming a mother despite the medical myths surrounding fat bodies. 

Together, Emma and Nicola expose the harmful impact of BMI-based restrictions in reproductive healthcare and explore:

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• Why BMI is not a valid measure of health and how it’s misused in fertility treatment

• The emotional toll of weight stigma and how it affects those trying to conceive

• How to advocate for yourself at medical appointments and demand evidence-based care

• When to consider fertility treatment abroad and looking for a weight-inclusive clinic

• Practical tips for challenging fat phobia and navigating fertility treatment with confidence

 

If you’ve ever felt dismissed, judged, or denied care because of your body size, this episode will empower you with knowledge and tools to advocate for the care you deserve.

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🔎 Mentioned in This Episode:

• Connect with Nicola Salmon: 

  • Website: nicolasalmon.co.uk

  • Instagram: instagram.com/fatpositivefertility

  • Join Nicola’s Ko-Fi Community: Support & Resources for Fat Folks TTC: ko-fi.com/fatpositivefertility

• Emma’s Free Training to help you to overcome the obstacles you are facing around having fertility treatment like IVF with a higher BMI. Find out your options here: yourivfabroad.co.uk/freemasterclass 

 

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