app02 Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:55:56 +0000 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) But first, Pivot. - Episodes Tagged with “Motherhood” https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/tags/motherhood Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0500 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 99: The Secret Sauce to Success with Monique Lamoureux-Morando https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/99 f4e2ca33-2236-46ec-ae9c-f701c735b624 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD What’s the secret to success? Olympic gold medalist Monique Lamoureux-Morando shares what she believes it really takes to be successful. We talk discipline, motherhood, staying healthy with four kids, raising young athletes, and the mindset that helped her reach the highest level in hockey and continues to drive her success today. 1:11:11 no <p>Ever wonder what the secret to success is?</p> <p>In this episode, Dani sits down with Team USA hockey legend Monique Lamoureux-Morando, a six-time world champion, three-time Olympian, Olympic gold medalist, mom of four, and successful realtor, to talk about the mindset that helped her reach the highest level in sports and how she continues to apply it to her life today.</p> <p>In this episode, we discuss:</p> <ul> <li> The transition from professional athlete to retirement and finding a new purpose</li> <li> Working out before 5AM</li> <li> How long it really takes to see the payoff from your efforts</li> <li> How Monique has carried her athlete mindset into motherhood and real estate</li> <li> Raising four kids while prioritizing fitness, health, and a career</li> <li> Monique's advice for parents raising kids in sports</li> </ul> <p>If you've ever felt frustrated because you're putting in the work but aren't seeing results fast enough, this episode is your reminder that anything worthwhile takes time. The secret is to keep showing up, especially when you don't feel like it.</p> <p>Host:<br> Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Founder, CEO &amp; Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with Dani:<br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/</a><br> Website: <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/</a></p> <p>Guest:<br> Monique Lamoureux-Morando</p> <p>Connect with Monique:<br> Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/moniquelam7/" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.instagram.com/moniquelam7/</a><br> Website: <a href="https://onereal.com/monique-lamoureux" rel="nofollow noopener">https://onereal.com/monique-lamoureux</a></p> Monique Lamoureux-Morando, Team USA hockey, Olympic gold medalist, female Olympian, women’s hockey, Olympic mindset, motivation vs discipline, secrets to success, consistency, motherhood, working moms, raising athletes Ever wonder what the secret to success is?

In this episode, Dani sits down with Team USA hockey legend Monique Lamoureux-Morando, a six-time world champion, three-time Olympian, Olympic gold medalist, mom of four, and successful realtor, to talk about the mindset that helped her reach the highest level in sports and how she continues to apply it to her life today.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The transition from professional athlete to retirement and finding a new purpose
  • Working out before 5AM
  • How long it really takes to see the payoff from your efforts
  • How Monique has carried her athlete mindset into motherhood and real estate
  • Raising four kids while prioritizing fitness, health, and a career
  • Monique's advice for parents raising kids in sports

If you've ever felt frustrated because you're putting in the work but aren't seeing results fast enough, this episode is your reminder that anything worthwhile takes time. The secret is to keep showing up, especially when you don't feel like it.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/
Website: https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Guest:
Monique Lamoureux-Morando

Connect with Monique:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniquelam7/
Website: https://onereal.com/monique-lamoureux

]]> Ever wonder what the secret to success is?

In this episode, Dani sits down with Team USA hockey legend Monique Lamoureux-Morando, a six-time world champion, three-time Olympian, Olympic gold medalist, mom of four, and successful realtor, to talk about the mindset that helped her reach the highest level in sports and how she continues to apply it to her life today.

In this episode, we discuss:

  • The transition from professional athlete to retirement and finding a new purpose
  • Working out before 5AM
  • How long it really takes to see the payoff from your efforts
  • How Monique has carried her athlete mindset into motherhood and real estate
  • Raising four kids while prioritizing fitness, health, and a career
  • Monique's advice for parents raising kids in sports

If you've ever felt frustrated because you're putting in the work but aren't seeing results fast enough, this episode is your reminder that anything worthwhile takes time. The secret is to keep showing up, especially when you don't feel like it.

Host:
Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder, CEO & Lead Dietitian, Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Connect with Dani:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/
Website: https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/

Guest:
Monique Lamoureux-Morando

Connect with Monique:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moniquelam7/
Website: https://onereal.com/monique-lamoureux

]]> Episode 84: VBAC Redemption: Rémi’s Birth Story https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/84 0076575c-9b77-40c5-8c5a-18f5921540fe Fri, 10 Oct 2025 05:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD After a traumatic first birth via C-section, I finally got the VBAC I’d hoped for. In this episode, I share Rémi’s birth story from early labor at home to a shoulder dystocia and healing postpartum. A real, raw look at trusting your body and finding redemption after birth trauma. 1:24:00 no <p>After a traumatic first birth with Chloé, I spent my entire second pregnancy hoping for a VBAC, but also being terrified of it. At 39 weeks and 3 days, I scheduled a backup C-section “just in case,” but prayed that baby Rémi would come early on his own.</p> <p>In this episode, I walk you through the full story from the first contraction at 2:30 a.m. to delivering our big 9-pound boy at 12:15 p.m. the same day.</p> <p>You’ll hear:<br> ✨ Why I wanted a VBAC (and how fear played into my decision)<br> ✨ What those early contractions at home were like<br> ✨ Me begging for an epidural upon admission<br> ✨ How quickly things progressed once I got to the hospital<br> ✨ The intense final moments - CODE PINK!!! <br> ✨ A painful postpartum recovery (ice diapers, hemorrhoids, and all)</p> <p>This episode is real, emotional, and a little wild (equal parts funny and TMI). So if you’re not up for talk about hemorrhoids and vaginas, maybe skip this one 😉</p> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Founder and CEO - Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Guest: Brianne (Bri) O'Neil<br> Fellow Toddler Mom and Firefighter wife</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a> </p> VBAC birth story, vaginal birth after c-section, birth trauma recovery, postpartum healing, shoulder dystocia, labor and delivery story, mom podcast, real birth experience After a traumatic first birth with Chloé, I spent my entire second pregnancy hoping for a VBAC, but also being terrified of it. At 39 weeks and 3 days, I scheduled a backup C-section “just in case,” but prayed that baby Rémi would come early on his own.

In this episode, I walk you through the full story from the first contraction at 2:30 a.m. to delivering our big 9-pound boy at 12:15 p.m. the same day.

You’ll hear:
✨ Why I wanted a VBAC (and how fear played into my decision)
✨ What those early contractions at home were like
✨ Me begging for an epidural upon admission
✨ How quickly things progressed once I got to the hospital
✨ The intense final moments - CODE PINK!!!
✨ A painful postpartum recovery (ice diapers, hemorrhoids, and all)

This episode is real, emotional, and a little wild (equal parts funny and TMI). So if you’re not up for talk about hemorrhoids and vaginas, maybe skip this one 😉

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder and CEO - Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Guest: Brianne (Bri) O'Neil
Fellow Toddler Mom and Firefighter wife

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

]]> After a traumatic first birth with Chloé, I spent my entire second pregnancy hoping for a VBAC, but also being terrified of it. At 39 weeks and 3 days, I scheduled a backup C-section “just in case,” but prayed that baby Rémi would come early on his own.

In this episode, I walk you through the full story from the first contraction at 2:30 a.m. to delivering our big 9-pound boy at 12:15 p.m. the same day.

You’ll hear:
✨ Why I wanted a VBAC (and how fear played into my decision)
✨ What those early contractions at home were like
✨ Me begging for an epidural upon admission
✨ How quickly things progressed once I got to the hospital
✨ The intense final moments - CODE PINK!!!
✨ A painful postpartum recovery (ice diapers, hemorrhoids, and all)

This episode is real, emotional, and a little wild (equal parts funny and TMI). So if you’re not up for talk about hemorrhoids and vaginas, maybe skip this one 😉

Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD
Founder and CEO - Pivot Nutrition Coaching

Guest: Brianne (Bri) O'Neil
Fellow Toddler Mom and Firefighter wife

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

]]> Episode 57: How My Nutrition & Meal Prep Changed Since Becoming a Mom https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/57 59823ee9-bc6e-4d82-b5dd-9da0db64d963 Fri, 09 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD How my diet and food prep changed since becoming a mom 1:04:47 no <p>As many of you know, many changes happen when you have a baby: your marriage, your schedule, your sleep, and oftentimes when and how you eat. A former client recently asked me "Dani, how did your diet and food prep change once you had a baby?" I wish I could say it's been consistent and perfect, but let's be honest, I'm human too! Tune in to find out what "adjustments" I've made to my nutrition during the newborn phase.</p> <p>In this episode:</p> <ul> <li>Discuss what has changed in diet and nutrition since becomming a mom</li> <li>Simple adjustments I made to help keep things simple and balanced</li> <li>Quick &amp; easy meal ideas when you’re trying to survive the newborn phase</li> <li><a href="https://natashaskitchen.com/egg-roll-in-a-bowl-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener">Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe </a> </li> </ul> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a></p> <p>Guest:<br> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/eat.well.live.happy/" rel="nofollow noopener">Sarah Koehler Registered Dietitian </a> </p> motherhood, newborn, first time mom, postpartum nutrition, meal prep As many of you know, many changes happen when you have a baby: your marriage, your schedule, your sleep, and oftentimes when and how you eat. A former client recently asked me "Dani, how did your diet and food prep change once you had a baby?" I wish I could say it's been consistent and perfect, but let's be honest, I'm human too! Tune in to find out what "adjustments" I've made to my nutrition during the newborn phase.

In this episode:

  • Discuss what has changed in diet and nutrition since becomming a mom
  • Simple adjustments I made to help keep things simple and balanced
  • Quick & easy meal ideas when you’re trying to survive the newborn phase
  • Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

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

Guest:
Sarah Koehler Registered Dietitian

]]> As many of you know, many changes happen when you have a baby: your marriage, your schedule, your sleep, and oftentimes when and how you eat. A former client recently asked me "Dani, how did your diet and food prep change once you had a baby?" I wish I could say it's been consistent and perfect, but let's be honest, I'm human too! Tune in to find out what "adjustments" I've made to my nutrition during the newborn phase.

In this episode:

  • Discuss what has changed in diet and nutrition since becomming a mom
  • Simple adjustments I made to help keep things simple and balanced
  • Quick & easy meal ideas when you’re trying to survive the newborn phase
  • Egg Roll in a Bowl Recipe

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

Guest:
Sarah Koehler Registered Dietitian

]]> Episode 49: 4 important (and silly) things I learned as a first time mom https://podcast.pivotnutritioncoaching.com/49 884577ac-4f66-4940-a7db-6ccc6d3ddda5 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 16:30:00 -0500 Danielle Rancourt, RD full Danielle Rancourt, RD In this episode I share a few (important and silly) things I've learned over the last 6 months as a first time mom. 53:05 no <p>Pivoting away from nutrition in this episode as I share a few (important and slightly silly) things I've learned over the last 6 months as a first time mom. I'm joined by my friend Brianne O'Neil who is also a working, first-time mom and firefigther wife. </p> <p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p> <ol> <li>The ideal time of year to have a baby (personally speaking)</li> <li>The power of asking for help</li> <li>Fed is fed</li> <li>Gift-giving do's and dont's </li> </ol> <p>Game-changing baby products mentioned:<br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fisher-Price-Deluxe-Sit-Me-Up-Floor-Seat/dp/B07DK4XZZC/ref=sr_1_6?crid=FW6BJ7DMDGZ6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.xJCxC5dj9jqN8n6W2Cdj7viCASMZ5qBcf8WAu7xWEtU6T-uUpeAUmVD6TPtuwWmeBT5Q3mYswhBWO-K8u9BqyZF0nxxxZ01JEbRWPHR7B4M8wwm7TCXdMjG0cGGYXUTm-cvhd3sfzKUXJMl0uejz5UVFs2YaVNaxtucnDii2oETEyMFW1nQnjgFFhEGL2AHRPu3CLxw-Oj-WPyw2lstULvfCClM5n4BrjFffyOn47w51VntbsAra7_kkdmaQdXTqJX55EOiZhfjFYDzcHvE298MEEYJFaIMCdNG8LuyiQ7g.u6f8KDg6GCC5FBRWs9MFqc_HzL_xYhLxX1pncLVP6bw&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=sit+me+up+floor+seat+for+baby&amp;qid=1712333730&amp;sprefix=sit+me+up%2Caps%2C134&amp;sr=8-6" rel="nofollow noopener">Sit me up floor seat</a><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Brezza-Bottle-Sterilizer-Machine/dp/B00MYRXSE2/ref=sr_1_6?crid=12S7NGALGJ2DL&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4I7ss_l8SYUctUX-Ckc3x6yMq5ToQ_1uUeqzfddyi5jJezaXJefRhlrhFs47Suhzqr_OQ6s9Y_pauhsF_7r_5phDmZf8uDmN0F_9eS1H67wW6bxld0cQ_2il9od0iEBlAx-RLkBEkni0utPcuXr3EvgozqpO1buL7fw7AOjsSfJkSBh5DmfXv3m6uIQ8p9XvSt1bHufx5puuaMkCYkuNLpt3_pZCZTtoEQKTyZHec6PCHZr8Cvg8XGp55dgxx7-XgGfxUx0ZzFXVBSyrps5yQevwudcjzzSfg-zREfNWpy0.ezyvLaieQHWm0GIFJ_aUjrNkP50KHAx1QehD92OmBac&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=brezza+bottle+sterilizer&amp;qid=1712333821&amp;sprefix=brezza%2Caps%2C131&amp;sr=8-6" rel="nofollow noopener">Baby Brezza Bottle Sterilizer </a><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Brezza-Bluetooth-Breastmilk-Settings/dp/B09H17F8F3/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=F8YJJIZRK5FW&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UpH-hdgP1l7LLxKdOwx6z-Ust8MC2HQQEJZeVTYSGjqVHCK9jPDPz6HUZ0mFoFZx7ZXkbmUI56ahz1p9gtHC9YMEPR1_QgVhzPyLwY5DwHcisdPXRfwNjmog__G5WTtIIua1_onfh5vErMwIC_bwOAL1lKqXHNCD_0jflQO4gseCh1MhkqaVeHrgABxWZf0bKtHrxbS996BepKLB56YCUFSFiqrB4AnZ1vg-KocO_Aq4GmVMVHyEfbo8ZqZqU2G75xdyhTcH3yuGQB1Hc5F4pstDPLAdNI_6ucxbr5w1wjM.omzeb8DGkB7eFM_4CYpZ0xtqqLgmP4IVh191BVYQGEQ&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=brezza+bottle+warmer&amp;qid=1712333854&amp;sprefix=brezza+bottle+warme%2Caps%2C134&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener">Baby Brezza Bottle Warmer</a><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Baby-Nasal-Aspirator-Nose-Sucker/dp/B08CMWHD3B/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=X3SZG8NND6O0&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.q_dP94-QkNTyDsLMoqMv9M4E2gVjkPaL96yJdTbazw5S-gPRwlGUuSuwYV-QdF70mfktEInnnzHJxbnHNHQP6g0EaKeQbsnG2_HsSwNkjrXjWZZfScClWWEaI6EKhg9ofBfRh8AE4m9h4LOmruJwMil1gqu0rKDJsDzFQaVR1wi9WkBq-LwcYBrhIIudq8UDpbZ0HqxofAx6hXtLeix-tsdYUKZMCjPI2mz5QYp64D0vAYTpe5mUK-RfB7a_Tmrga8aaNUfkVNQw5TXNTtAt8uXeP9YPvmIZJ0B116KEqG8.vm67Pwt9jL-VHjtFy1KKll-5LAGH1riNu77EmmkxiTE&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=grownsy+nasal+aspirator&amp;qid=1712333924&amp;sprefix=grows%2Caps%2C139&amp;sr=8-1-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener">Grownsy Snot Remover</a><br> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Pampers-Diapers-Size-116-Count/dp/B08PX3YF6P/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=1CKDHBVJFRDG6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.uCOS2M8o5LSmzunfksvwQfNH2EELuXK2HXmegGCoZZCEO7iHPOq6Ls6Sf0ZBbnJJXVSEYPDTdLvwUx4dSczRUnsGgXYjd5x-B2G13yTMs7D11YnwbBbHAyDmXHmQU5tFJ2JPQn9ETHL2c5lLxEte7N3cOU5zH9UYNKTFZxyfCd7KUXy19QiCLetTevxFGqdU_wojBprGmn9QAO2GnyGUs5MVHwb4EixHyhlTtTy-HLAzLEqaUjMI8ctUrY19lG-wEZotkmlswoZhzdVCkRJ3oVIa7niep1o7EAz8WrPSBbw.Qc4s75nG65x9Rd1iG4vr4LzvHfCo0_MP0Mey_heHb-I&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=overnight+diapers+size+3&amp;qid=1712334436&amp;sprefix=overnight+diapers%2Caps%2C154&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&amp;psc=1" rel="nofollow noopener">Overnight diapers</a></p> <p>Guest: Brianne O'Neil</p> <p>Host: Danielle Rancourt, MS, RD, CSSD, LD<br> Owner &amp; Lead Dietitian of Pivot Nutrition Coaching</p> <p>Connect with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dani_the_rd/?hl=en" rel="nofollow noopener">Dani on Instagram</a> or by visiting her website at <a href="https://pivotnutritioncoaching.com/" rel="nofollow noopener">pivotnutritioncoaching.com</a></p> first time mom, motherhood, 6 months old, 1 year old, baby, infant, breasfeeding, mental health Pivoting away from nutrition in this episode as I share a few (important and slightly silly) things I've learned over the last 6 months as a first time mom. I'm joined by my friend Brianne O'Neil who is also a working, first-time mom and firefigther wife.

In this episode:

  1. The ideal time of year to have a baby (personally speaking)
  2. The power of asking for help
  3. Fed is fed
  4. Gift-giving do's and dont's

Game-changing baby products mentioned:
Sit me up floor seat
Baby Brezza Bottle Sterilizer
Baby Brezza Bottle Warmer
Grownsy Snot Remover
Overnight diapers

Guest: Brianne O'Neil

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

]]> Pivoting away from nutrition in this episode as I share a few (important and slightly silly) things I've learned over the last 6 months as a first time mom. I'm joined by my friend Brianne O'Neil who is also a working, first-time mom and firefigther wife.

In this episode:

  1. The ideal time of year to have a baby (personally speaking)
  2. The power of asking for help
  3. Fed is fed
  4. Gift-giving do's and dont's

Game-changing baby products mentioned:
Sit me up floor seat
Baby Brezza Bottle Sterilizer
Baby Brezza Bottle Warmer
Grownsy Snot Remover
Overnight diapers

Guest: Brianne O'Neil

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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