💍 Choosing Presence Over Weight Loss as a Plus Size Bride— with Jamie

About this episode

Leah and Jamie discuss navigating wedding planning as a plus-size bride without pursuing weight loss.

In this episode of Shoulders Down, Leah talks with Jamie (returning guest and close friend) about navigating wedding planning as a plus-size bride — without pursuing weight loss. Rather than changing her body for her wedding day, Jamie shares how she made intentional accommodations to support comfort, confidence, and presence. Together, Leah and Jamie explore wedding culture pressures, how to prioritize feeling like yourself, and practical advice for planning a wedding in a larger body. You’l...

People in this episode

Host: Leah Kern

Guest: Jamie

Topics covered

• wedding planning
• body positivity
• plus-size bride
• self-acceptance
• comfort
• confidence

Keywords

• plus-size bride
• wedding planning
• body image
• self-love
• confidence
• weight loss
• comfort

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