The Skinny Confidential Him & Her Podcast Shannon Ford On Sex, Her Pregnancy, Fertility, Fear-Mongering, & Why She’s In Her Unapologetic Era
May 22, 2025
Shannon Ford, a college dropout turned influencer and host of Probably A Podcast, brings her unapologetic humor to the discussion. She candidly shares her journey through her first pregnancy, touching on the emotional rollercoaster, intimacy struggles, and the importance of positive support. Shannon emphasizes trusting intuition in parenting, navigates wild pregnancy cravings, and highlights the need for authenticity amid societal pressures. With humor and heart, she discusses body confidence and the joys and challenges of motherhood.
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Trying and Fearing Miscarriage
- Shannon Ford shared she and her husband tried for six months before pregnancy, which was initially disappointing to her.
- She also hyper fixated on the risk of miscarriage, which took joy away from early pregnancy weeks.
Balance Fertility Narratives
- There's an overexposure to miscarriage and infertility content that can cause fear in pregnant women.
- Positive stories and abundance mindset around fertility are needed to balance the narrative and inspire hope.
Manage Negative Influences
- Cut out or distance yourself from people who tell you negative things or doubt your abilities.
- Surround yourself with realistic friends who believe in you to protect your mindset and productivity.