web01.fireside.fm Sat, 18 Apr 2026 15:11:43 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “C Section” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/c-section Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. en-us episodic Mindset, Nutrition & Sustainable Fat Loss for Women Danielle Rancourt, RD I’m Dani Rancourt, registered dietitian, certified sports dietitian, and founder of Pivot Nutrition Coaching. In But First, Pivot, we cut through diet culture and break down what actually works for sustainable fat loss, better nutrition, and a healthier relationship with food. You’ll hear real client success stories, practical nutrition strategies, and honest conversations about mindset, metabolism, and long-term weight maintenance. If you’re tired of starting over every Monday and want a realistic approach to nutrition that actually fits your life — this podcast is for you. no fat loss, sustainable weight loss, nutrition, dietitian, mindset, women’s health, metabolism, sports nutrition, weight loss coaching, healthy habits Danielle Rancourt, RD dani@danitherd.com Episode 90: VBAC, Induction & C-Sections: An OB-GYN Q&A with Dr. Collette Lessard https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/90 a1c19c43-1e1d-4613-9a1d-b51ae9dfccdc Fri, 06 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Collette Lessard, MD, FACOG for an honest Q&A about pregnancy and birth. We discuss VBACs, planned C-sections, induction, VBAC success rates, and postpartum hemorrhage — while I also share my own birth experiences, including a C-section with my first baby and a VBAC with my second. This episode is all about helping women better understand their options and feel confident making informed decisions during pregnancy and delivery. 59:09 no In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Collette Lessard, MD, FACOG, an obstetrician-gynecologist who is passionate about helping women understand their bodies and make informed decisions about their health. Dr. Lessard believes every patient deserves the knowledge and understanding needed to confidently navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine while treating every patient like she would her own family. Together, we’re answering common questions women have about pregnancy and birth — and throughout the conversation I also share pieces of my own birth experiences, including having an unplanned C-section with my first baby and a VBAC with my second (over 9 lbs!) In this episode, we discuss: • The pros and cons of VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean) • How VBAC success rates are calculated and what factors influence them • Whether induction lowers the chances of a successful VBAC • The pros and cons of a planned C-section • Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and risks with multiple pregnancies Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to be, or simply curious about the realities of modern obstetric care, this episode is full of practical insight, reassurance, and evidence-based guidance. 🎧 Tune in for an honest and informative conversation about birth options, medical decision-making, and empowering women with the knowledge they deserve. VBAC, vaginal birth after cesarean, VBAC success rate, induction and VBAC, planned C-section, pregnancy and childbirth, birth options, OB-GYN advice, postpartum hemorrhage, women’s health In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Collette Lessard, MD, FACOG, an obstetrician-gynecologist who is passionate about helping women understand their bodies and make informed decisions about their health.

Dr. Lessard believes every patient deserves the knowledge and understanding needed to confidently navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine while treating every patient like she would her own family.

Together, we’re answering common questions women have about pregnancy and birth — and throughout the conversation I also share pieces of my own birth experiences, including having an unplanned C-section with my first baby and a VBAC with my second (over 9 lbs!)

In this episode, we discuss:

• The pros and cons of VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)
• How VBAC success rates are calculated and what factors influence them
• Whether induction lowers the chances of a successful VBAC
• The pros and cons of a planned C-section
• Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and risks with multiple pregnancies

Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to be, or simply curious about the realities of modern obstetric care, this episode is full of practical insight, reassurance, and evidence-based guidance.

🎧 Tune in for an honest and informative conversation about birth options, medical decision-making, and empowering women with the knowledge they deserve.

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Dr. Lessard believes every patient deserves the knowledge and understanding needed to confidently navigate pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Her approach is rooted in evidence-based medicine while treating every patient like she would her own family.

Together, we’re answering common questions women have about pregnancy and birth — and throughout the conversation I also share pieces of my own birth experiences, including having an unplanned C-section with my first baby and a VBAC with my second (over 9 lbs!)

In this episode, we discuss:

• The pros and cons of VBAC (vaginal birth after cesarean)
• How VBAC success rates are calculated and what factors influence them
• Whether induction lowers the chances of a successful VBAC
• The pros and cons of a planned C-section
• Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) and risks with multiple pregnancies

Whether you're currently pregnant, planning to be, or simply curious about the realities of modern obstetric care, this episode is full of practical insight, reassurance, and evidence-based guidance.

🎧 Tune in for an honest and informative conversation about birth options, medical decision-making, and empowering women with the knowledge they deserve.

]]> Episode 61: Chloé's Birth Story: Shane & Danielle's version https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/61 b9a570c9-5010-4040-8a8d-909056f6bb96 Fri, 25 Oct 2024 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD In this episode, we finally share Chloé's birth story as we celebrate her first birthday 1:33:44 no After giving birth, several people on social media asked if I was going to share the birth story. I wasn't ready to do so at the time, but figured what better way to celebrate a first birthday then to share this story now! In this episode, my husband Shane and I share Chloé's birth story from both perspectives. In this episode: * Going into labor, and what it felt like * Grieving the birth experience I didn't get * Why we stayed in the hospital longer than expected * What the C-section was like for Shane Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) birth story, first time mom, C-section, baby's first birthday After giving birth, several people on social media asked if I was going to share the birth story. I wasn't ready to do so at the time, but figured what better way to celebrate a first birthday then to share this story now! In this episode, my husband Shane and I share Chloé's birth story from both perspectives.

In this episode:

  • Going into labor, and what it felt like
  • Grieving the birth experience I didn't get
  • Why we stayed in the hospital longer than expected
  • What the C-section was like for Shane

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

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In this episode:

  • Going into labor, and what it felt like
  • Grieving the birth experience I didn't get
  • Why we stayed in the hospital longer than expected
  • What the C-section was like for Shane

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Owner & Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Episode 32: Pelvic floor therapy Q & A with Tricia Reimann, PT, DPT https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/32 7ab9dc88-053d-42a9-b88c-28877ddb6a2a Mon, 10 Jul 2023 18:45:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD Pelvic floor therapy Q & A with Tricia Reimann, PT, DPT 34:36 no Two months ago, a low back injury creeped back into my life. Since I was in my second trimester, I chose to seek help from a pelvic floor therapist. This being my first pregnancy, I knew nothing about pelvic floor therapy. Honestly, I didn't really know it existed until last fall when I met Tricia, a local pelvic floor therapist. In this episode, Tricia answers pelvic floor related questions submitted via Instagram, Facebook and the Pivot Nutrition Coaching program. What's in this episode? [2:34] What is the pelvic floor? [3:01] Why is important to have a strong pelvic floor? [4:17] What are signs or symptoms of a weak pelvic floor? [7:01] What type of patients you typically work with? [8:00] Can men benefit from PFT? [10:16] When is the best time to start working with a PFT? Should you go when pregnant OR wait until after pregnancy? [13:33] What are the best ways to prep your body through PFT and exercise? Are there specific exercise you should or shouldn't do during pregnancy? [19:41] How soon should you start PFT after giving birth? [21:14] Are pelvic floor exercises someone women should continue to do forever after a C-section or birth in general [23:29] How can you improve pelvic floor many YEARS after having kids? [25:24] How do you go about finding a PFT near you and that's the right fit? Does insurance cover PFT? *Herman & Wallace (https://www.hermanwallace.com/continuing-education-courses/?gclid=CjwKCAjw2K6lBhBXEiwA5RjtCUxIlrl91MT1yItSkfRs47UlPzs05dQxO2L7Pe9Phda6VsFLrYKP9hoCrZcQAvD_BwE) [26:43] What are some common misconceptions about pelvic floor therapy that we maybe didnt mention yet? [29:50] For those who maybe don’t have access to local PFT, do you have any online resources you recommend? Vagina Whisperer (https://www.instagram.com/the.vagina.whisperer/?hl=en) Get Mom Strong (https://getmomstrong.com/) Expecting & Empowered (https://www.instagram.com/expectingandempowered/?hl=en) [31:29] Anything important we haven’t discussed that you want people to know? [33:32] Where can people find you / how can people work with you if they're in the Grand Forks area? Connect with Dani on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en) or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com (https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/) c-section, incontinence, pelvic floor therapy, physical therapy, postpartum, pregnancy, pregnant Two months ago, a low back injury creeped back into my life. Since I was in my second trimester, I chose to seek help from a pelvic floor therapist. This being my first pregnancy, I knew nothing about pelvic floor therapy. Honestly, I didn't really know it existed until last fall when I met Tricia, a local pelvic floor therapist. In this episode, Tricia answers pelvic floor related questions submitted via Instagram, Facebook and the Pivot Nutrition Coaching program.

What's in this episode?

[2:34] What is the pelvic floor?

[3:01] Why is important to have a strong pelvic floor?

[4:17] What are signs or symptoms of a weak pelvic floor?

[7:01] What type of patients you typically work with?

[8:00] Can men benefit from PFT?

[10:16] When is the best time to start working with a PFT? Should you go when pregnant OR wait until after pregnancy?

[13:33] What are the best ways to prep your body through PFT and exercise? Are there specific exercise you should or shouldn't do during pregnancy?

[19:41] How soon should you start PFT after giving birth?

[21:14] Are pelvic floor exercises someone women should continue to do forever after a C-section or birth in general

[23:29] How can you improve pelvic floor many YEARS after having kids?

[25:24] How do you go about finding a PFT near you and that's the right fit? Does insurance cover PFT?
*Herman & Wallace

[26:43] What are some common misconceptions about pelvic floor therapy that we maybe didnt mention yet?

[29:50] For those who maybe don’t have access to local PFT, do you have any online resources you recommend?
Vagina Whisperer
Get Mom Strong
Expecting & Empowered

[31:29] Anything important we haven’t discussed that you want people to know?

[33:32] Where can people find you / how can people work with you if they're in the Grand Forks area?

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

]]> Two months ago, a low back injury creeped back into my life. Since I was in my second trimester, I chose to seek help from a pelvic floor therapist. This being my first pregnancy, I knew nothing about pelvic floor therapy. Honestly, I didn't really know it existed until last fall when I met Tricia, a local pelvic floor therapist. In this episode, Tricia answers pelvic floor related questions submitted via Instagram, Facebook and the Pivot Nutrition Coaching program.

What's in this episode?

[2:34] What is the pelvic floor?

[3:01] Why is important to have a strong pelvic floor?

[4:17] What are signs or symptoms of a weak pelvic floor?

[7:01] What type of patients you typically work with?

[8:00] Can men benefit from PFT?

[10:16] When is the best time to start working with a PFT? Should you go when pregnant OR wait until after pregnancy?

[13:33] What are the best ways to prep your body through PFT and exercise? Are there specific exercise you should or shouldn't do during pregnancy?

[19:41] How soon should you start PFT after giving birth?

[21:14] Are pelvic floor exercises someone women should continue to do forever after a C-section or birth in general

[23:29] How can you improve pelvic floor many YEARS after having kids?

[25:24] How do you go about finding a PFT near you and that's the right fit? Does insurance cover PFT?
*Herman & Wallace

[26:43] What are some common misconceptions about pelvic floor therapy that we maybe didnt mention yet?

[29:50] For those who maybe don’t have access to local PFT, do you have any online resources you recommend?
Vagina Whisperer
Get Mom Strong
Expecting & Empowered

[31:29] Anything important we haven’t discussed that you want people to know?

[33:32] Where can people find you / how can people work with you if they're in the Grand Forks area?

Connect with Dani on Instagram or by visiting her website at pivotnutritioncoaching.com

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