Event Series:
Book Club
Book Club
September 2 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM CDT
Plus Size Pregnancy Book Club Discussion Guide Based on “Plus Size Pregnancy” by Dr. Sara Wickham
Meeting 1: Chapters 1–2
Themes: Introduction + Myths and Bias
- What were your initial reactions to the book? Did anything surprise or resonate with you?
- How have you seen weight bias show up in your own care (or others’)?
- Dr. Wickham addresses common myths about plus-size pregnancy. Which ones felt especially familiar or frustrating?
- Did anything in these chapters make you feel more empowered or validated?
Meeting 2: Chapters 3–5
Themes: Medical Care + Testing + Weight Gain
- What stood out to you about the way plus-size people are often treated during prenatal care?
- How do you feel about the discussions around “routine” tests and interventions?
- What are your thoughts on weight gain guidelines? Have you encountered judgment or pressure around this?
- Did Dr. Wickham present any alternatives or perspectives you hadn’t heard before?
Meeting 3: Chapters 6–7
Themes: Birth Planning + Labor
- How did this section shape your understanding of the birth experience for plus-size people?
- What did you think about the discussion on labor progress and intervention?
- Have you or someone you know felt pressure toward induction or cesarean due to size?
- Were there any specific takeaways you want to bring into your own birth plan (or client support if you’re a birth worker)?
Meeting 4: Chapter 8 + Wrap-Up
Themes: Postpartum + Reflection
Are there any resources or actions you feel inspired to explore next?
How did this final chapter expand your view of postpartum care for plus-size folks?
What part of the book felt most validating or healing for you?
How might this book influence the way you advocate for yourself or others in a birth setting?
