From Pregnancy Myths To Postpartum Power: What Sarah J. Maas Sparked

From Pregnancy Myths To Postpartum Power: What Sarah J. Maas Sparked

March 11, 2026 · 28 min

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The episode discusses the complexities of pregnancy and postpartum experiences, inspired by Sarah J. Maas's interview, while challenging societal expectations around motherhood.

What if the most radical thing a mother can say is also the most honest: I adore my kid, and I hated being pregnant. We open that door and walk through it, using Sarah J. Maas’s candid interview as a springboard to unpack the real forces shaping pregnancy, birth, and life after—especially for women who train. We talk about cultural scripts that demand constant gratitude while ignoring grief, body changes, and athletic identity. Then we zoom in on the moments where care breaks down: weight ta...

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