Welcome to the Press Hub
Nicola Salmon is an award-winning fat-positive fertility coach, author, and advocate who is transforming the conversation around fertility, body autonomy, and fatphobia in the medical field. Nicola empowers people in all bodies to challenge societal norms and confidently pursue their dreams of becoming parents. She is the founder of the Fat Positive Fertility movement, which creates an inclusive space for individuals often excluded from traditional fertility advice and care.
Nicola’s groundbreaking work has earned her recognition from leading media outlets, and she’s a sought-after speaker on topics including the intersection of weight and fertility, health equity, and dismantling stigma in healthcare. Her evidence-based insights and compassionate approach inspire hope and change, both for individuals navigating their fertility journey and for healthcare providers rethinking their practices.
Nicola is the author of "Fat and Fertile", a must-read resource that combines empowering guidance with practical strategies to help people in bigger bodies reclaim their reproductive choices. Her mission is to ensure that people in fat bodies feels seen, respected, and supported in their path to parenthood.
On this page, you’ll find a curated collection of Nicola’s media appearances, thought-provoking articles, and speaking engagements, along with everything you need to connect with her for your next feature or event. If you're looking for an expert voice to bring compassion, authenticity, and clarity to conversations about fertility, Nicola is here to share her story and expertise.
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The Cut
Egg Freezing’s BMI Problem For some patients of size, the promise of future family planning is a broken one.
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Metro
Why this woman created the #FatFertilityMatters movement
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Vice
Fatphobia Sucks, specially If You’re Trying to Have a Baby.
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Psychology Today
Misconceptions about Fat Fertility – A conversation with Nicola Salmon.
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Yahoo! Life
Why this woman started a 'fat fertility' movement
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Supporting Fat Birth
I was interviewed for this book to help readers feel reassured and confident in their choices and rights.
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Elle Magazine
I was quoted in this article “Pregnancy, a magical experience?”
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The Curvy Fashionista
I was quoted in this article “5 Plus Size Pregnancy Myths To Watch Out For When You’re Expecting”
Hi, I’m Nicola.
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