Does Birth Control Make You Gain Weight?

Does birth control actually make you gain weight, or is there more to the story? 👀It's a question so many women have, especially when they notice changes in their weight, appetite or mood after starting hormonal contraception.In this episode, we unpack the connection between birth control and weight gain, the difference between fluid retention and body fat, how appetite and cravings may play a role, and why understanding your contraceptive options matters.We also share our personal experiences with birth control and discuss why every woman deserves to make informed decisions about her own body.This week on The ‘Fit Minds’ Podcast: Does Birth Control Make You Gain Weight?Also out on Spotify and Apple Podcasts – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

Gastric sleeve surgery can help people lose weight, but what happens AFTER the procedure?From weight regain and nutritional challenges to the importance of ongoing support, there's a lot more to consider than just the number on the scales.In this episode, we unpack the realities of gastric sleeve surgery, why it doesn't automatically fix your relationship with food, and why proper nutrition education and long-term support are so important, whether you're considering the procedure or have already had it.This week on The ‘Fit Minds’ Podcast: The Truth About Gastric Sleeve SurgeryAlso out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

Starting your health and fitness journey doesn’t mean you need to change EVERYTHING overnight.Whether it’s your first time starting or your 20th, getting the foundations right can make the difference between another short-lived attempt and building something you can actually stick to.In this episode, we unpack our top tips for getting started, from creating structure and setting realistic goals to accountability, mindset and making sure your environment actually supports where you’re trying to go.This week on The ‘Fit Minds’ Podcast: Top Tips for Getting Started With Your Health and FitnessAlso out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

In this episode, we unpack what’s REALLY going on when you feel like you’ve lost the motivation to exercise, eat well and stay consistent.From losing your “why” and getting stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle, to the role of support, structure and your environment, we’re breaking down what actually helps when motivation disappears.This week on The ‘Fit Minds’ Podcast: The Real Reason You’re Not Motivated to Exercise and Eat WellAlso out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

Can you snack on the foods you love AND still lose weight? 👀In this episode, we’re breaking down why weight loss doesn’t mean cutting out every donut, Tim Tam or snack you enjoy.We talk about how to make snacks work within your diet, what to pair them with to help keep you fuller, why constantly restricting your favourite foods can backfire, and why nutrition is rarely as black and white as social media makes it seem.Because you don’t need to eat “perfectly” to make progress. You need an approach you can actually maintain.Also out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Youtube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

Want to grow your glutes but not sure if you’re actually training AND eating the right way? 🍑In this episode, we’re breaking down what it really takes to grow your glutes, from progressive overload and lifting heavier, to choosing the right exercises, getting enough recovery and actually eating enough to support muscle growth.We also cover some of the biggest mistakes we see, like overtraining, relying on bodyweight exercises, cutting carbs and trying to grow your glutes while constantly eating in a deficit.If glute growth is the goal, this one’s for you 👀Also out on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🎙️Support the show

"You're not eating badly. You're just not eating smart." 🧠Stop beating yourself up.You're not a bad person for not losing weight.You're not doing it "wrong."You're just over-consuming calories without even realizing it. That's literally it. 👀No guilt. No shame. Just a smarter approach.This week on The ‘Fit Minds’ Podcast: Eating Healthy But Not Losing Weight?🎙 Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Make sure you're following so you don't miss it!Support the show

"I don't want to lift weights... I don't want to get bulky." 👀If you're a busy mum, chances are you've had this thought before.It's one of the biggest myths stopping women from getting stronger, feeling more confident, and seeing the results they actually want.The truth? Building noticeable muscle doesn't happen overnight. Strength training and training specifically to build muscle aren't the same thing, and understanding the difference can completely change how you approach your workouts.If fear of "getting bulky" has been holding you back, this episode is one you need to hear.🎙️ This week on The 'Fit Minds' Podcast: The Benefits of Strength Training for WomenOut now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube – make sure you're following so you don't miss it. 🤍Support the show

You're exhausted.Dragging your feet through the day.Snapping at the kids.Tired even after a full night's sleep 😩So you go looking for answers.Maybe it's my hormones.Maybe it's my cortisol.Maybe it's an imbalance.Maybe my body's just... broken.But what if it's none of that?You're barely eating.Skipping meals.Fearing carbs.Running on one coffee and a litre of water you forgot to drink 💧Not enough food.Not enough nutrients.Not enough sleep.Not enough YOU.Mumma, you're not broken.You're running on empty.And the fix is simpler than anyone made it sound 🤍This week on The Fit Minds Podcast: Why you've got no energy as a Busy MumWe're breaking down the real reasons you've got nothing left in the tank, and exactly how to get your energy back.Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Hit follow so you don't miss it! 🎙Support the show

Mums, this one is going to hit different.You've been doing everything "right."The early gym sessions.The salads.The calorie counting.And you're STILL stuck. 💭So this week, we're breaking down why you're making weight loss way harder than it needs to be.And why the answer is probably simpler than anything you've been told.If you've ever thought "my body is just broken," press play on this one. 🤍This week on The 'Fit Minds' Podcast: Are You Overcomplicating Weight Loss?Out now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube. Hit follow so you don't miss it. 🎙Support the show