Avoiding Burnout & Overwhelm, Taking a Break
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We've been making some big decisions this week. Juggling so many things, it's been so important to step back and consider the best way to move forward. Often times it's so easy to get wrapped up in the chaos, and not realize that fatigue and burnout has taken over. As parents and professionals we can spread ourselves too thin, and not realize we're giving 5% of ourselves to 100 things instead of focusing on doing a few things amazingly well. We think it's important for everyone to read those signs, and take
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Words Matter: How Kids Learn to See Themselves
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This week, Jenna shares two moments that hit hard—one at the ice cream shop, the other at the playground—each a powerful reminder of how early kids start absorbing messages about bodies, belonging, and self-worth. We talk about how these moments unfold in everyday life, how to help kids feel safe and seen, and why the way we talk to them (and around them) really does matter.
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Clean and Wean: What Closets and Breastfeeding Have in Common
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In this week’s episode of What the Actual Fork, Sam and Jenna are back and deep in the chaos of real life. We’re talking closet cleanouts, the emotional rollercoaster of weaning from breastfeeding, and why letting go (of both bras and babyhood) is harder than it looks.
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Jenna's Birth Story: Baby Number 3!
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In this episode of What the Actual Fork, Jenna makes her long-awaited return to the mic, fresh off welcoming baby number three! After a well-deserved break from podcasting, she’s back and getting real about life as a mom of three. Jenna shares her birth story, how this pregnancy and delivery differed from her earlier experiences, and what the transition from two to three kids has really been like. She opens up about postpartum blues, the chaos of managing time between three little ones, and why it’s imp
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Rennie Dyball on Making Peace with Movement
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In this episode of What the Actual Fork, Sam is joined by the incredible Rennie Dyball–author, mother, and passionate advocate for body acceptance–for a heartfelt and deeply honest conversation about healing, movement, and parenting with intention.
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The Remi Bader Conversation: Choice, Change, and Nuance
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Sam and Jenna are diving into the Remi Bader controversy, unpacking the context and complexities of this deeply nuanced conversation. No one—Remi included—owes anyone an explanation for their personal choices, but it’s also fair to acknowledge the tricky dynamics when someone with a platform built on sharing their experiences in a larger body makes a big change. The discussion also unpacks the dangers of equating weight and mental health, emphasizing that true well-being goes beyond the number on the
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Fashion Freedom: Anti-Diet Styling with @MindfulCloset
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This week on the pod, Sam talks with Dacy, an online personal stylist also known as Mindful Closet. Dacy shares how she found her passion for helping people embrace body acceptance through an anti-diet approach to styling. They explore the intersection of shopping and intuitive eating, discussing how clothing choices can support self-confidence and empowerment. Dacy offers practical tips on closet clean-outs, shopping strategies, and finding brands that cater to bodies of all shapes and sizes. This conversa
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Facing the "I Don't Know": Childbirth and Transformation with Britta Bushnell
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In this episode of What the Actual Fork, Sam sits down with Britta Bushnell, PhD, a renowned childbirth educator, author of Transformed by Birth, and speaker whose birth work journey started at just 8 years old. Britta shares how her early experiences shaped her understanding of the transformative power of child birth. Together, they explore identity shifts, relationship dynamics, and how embracing uncertainty can lead to profound personal growth.
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Celebrating Registered Dietitian Day With a Look Back
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Happy Registered Dietitian Day! Sam and Jenna are celebrating with a deep dive into their journeys as intuitive eating and weight-inclusive RDs. They reflect on the pivotal moments that shaped their careers and the eye-opening experiences that led them away from diet culture.
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It's Never About the Dishes: Paige Connell and the Mental Load of Motherhood
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This week, Sam sits down with Paige Connell, a working mom of four who knows firsthand how exhausting the mental load of motherhood can be. They get real about juggling work, kids, and the never-ending to-do list, plus the frustration that comes with default gender roles and unrealistic societal expectations. Paige shares how all of this can build resentment and why open communication is key to creating more balance at home.
info_outlineThis week on What the Actual Fork, Sam and Jenna are joined by Sarah Fennel, founder of Broma Bakery and author of the bestselling cookbook Sweet Tooth: 100 Desserts to Save Room For. Sarah opens up about her journey to eating disorder recovery, shares what it was like to share her desserts with Andy Cohen, and dishes on some of her favorite recipes from the book—like the mouthwatering espresso martini cake and the peanut butter pie that Jenna is definitely going to bake flawlessly. Plus, Sarah tells maybe the most hilarious and vulnerable story we’ve ever heard on WTAF. Don’t miss this one!
Pick up your copy of Sweet Tooth: 100 Desserts to Save Room For
Keep up with Sarah and Broma Bakery:
Instagram: instagram.com/bromabakery
Blog: bromabakery.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@bromabakery
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