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Fitness · Mandy Rochon and Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro

Bikinis After Babies

by Mandy Rochon and Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro

Bikinis After Babies is the one and only podcast where real moms talk about their bodybuilding contest experiences. We are sharing the inside scoop, the nitty-gritty, the hardships and the victories as we navigate the rigors of competition prep while juggling family and careers. We’ll be joined by IFBB bikini pros who share their incredible stories of managing many responsibilities as athletes while defying stereotypes as women who compete in bikinis after babies! Whether you’re a new mom thinking about stepping on stage for the first time, or a mom looking for inspo and insight on how to manage contest prep as a busy mom, this podcast offers helpful tips and inspiring stories for moms with big goals!! Make sure to rate, subscribe, and leave us a review to let us know how much this podcast has helped you 💕 About Momshell Method Fitness: Ready to embark on your fitness journey? We would love to help you reach any fitness goal from losing the baby weight to crushing your competition goals! Follow this link to schedule a discovery call with one of our team members and learn how Momshell Method Fitness can provide you with the tools you need to be successful with customized nutrition and training plans for busy moms → http://bit.ly/loseweightgetsexy Mandys Posing Sessions 1:1 In Person (KC Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/inpersonposingwithmandy 1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithmandy Posing with Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro 1:1 In Person (St Louis Posing Studio) → https://bit.ly/stlposingwithgillianifbbpro 1:1 Virtual Posing → https://bit.ly/virtualposingwithgillianifbbpro Contact your hosts: Mandy Rochon Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mandyrochonfitness/ Facebook: Mandy Rochon Gillian Hughes, IFBB Bikini Pro Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gillianhughes_momshell/ Facebook: Gillian Hughes Momshell Method Fitness Supplements → https://www.momshell-method-fitness.myshopify.com (Use code “BAB” to save 15% off your order) Toxic Angelz Bikinis → https://toxicangelzbikinis.com (Use code “GILLIAN” or code “MANDY” to save 15% off your order) Squeeze Me Skinny Waist Trainers → https://www.squeezmeskinny.com (Use code “MOMSHELL” to save 10% off your order) The Shoe Fairy competition heels → https://www.shoefairyofficial.com (Use code “momshell” to save 15% off your order) Labwork and Personalized Recommendations: Practitioner Depot: https://bit.ly/practitionerdepotxmomshell (Use code “momshell” to save 5% off your order) Our Amazon storefront- fitness outfits, more supplements, beauty items and competition needs → https://amzn.to/3zySJ4C

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#70
all-time peak
7
days in the top 100 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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Ep 99: Redemption Arc- Kicking off Our 2026 Season

In today’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are sitting down and sharing the details, mindset shifts and emotional journey as we make our return to the stage this mont

Sep 4
1 h 08 min

Ep 98: IFBB Bikini Pro Alexa Cardon: From Dancer to Mom of 2 and IFBB Pro

In today’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we delve into the inspiring journey of Alexa Cardon, a fitness instructor and newly crowned IFBB Bikini Pro.  Alexa shares her

Aug 21
1 h 04 min

Ep 97: Pittsburgh Perspectives: Prep on the Road and Highlights from NPC Masters Nats

In this episode of Bikinis After Babies we are sharing  updates on our prep journeys, and recapping the behind-the-scenes moments from our girls-coaches-trip to Pittsburg

Aug 7
1 h 09 min

Ep 96: Nikia Hovey From Cheer Coach to IFBB Pro: Leading Athletes On & Off the Stage

In this episode of Bikinis After Babies we welcome IFBB Bikini Pro Nikia (“Kia”) Hovey.  Kia is a wife, a mom of two, an educator, personal trainer, posing coach, and all

Jul 24
1 h 18 min

Ep 95: Transform Your Waistline with Stomach Vacuums feat. Coach Hannah Repesse of “A Waist In Time”

In this episode of Bikinis After Babies we welcome back our friend Hannah Repesse of “A Waist in Time”.  Hannah is a Certified Level 3 Vacuum Coach and has transformed th

Jul 10
1 h 10 min

Ep 94: When Life Doesn't Go According to Plan and the Setbacks That Shape Us

In this episode of Bikinis After Babies , Mandy dives deeper and opens up about a journey she never expected to take. From dreaming of a large family and navigating the h

Jun 26
31 min

Ep 93: Smash or Pass- Competitor Edition

In this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are bringing you a fun, rapid-fire episode where we play our version of "Smash or Pass" focused entirely on fitness top

Jun 5
1 h 12 min

Ep 92: Bikini Coach Insider: Fat Loss or Muscle Gain: Which is “Harder”?

On this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are coming to you with some of our insight into competition prep from our perspective both as coaches and competitors o

May 22
59 min

Ep 91: May Q&A + Mandy and Gillian’s Updates: Are We Competing This Year?

It’s been a hot minute!  In this week’s episode, we are catching up and sharing our updates, Mandy’s recent transformation (Hot Mom Summer loading!), and how we are balan

May 8
1 h 06 min

Ep 90: Secrets to Designing Your Dream Bikini with Toxic Angelz COO and Mama Mary Quimson

On this week’s special episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are joined by Mary Quimson who is the right hand woman to the founder of Toxic Angelz Bikinis, the leader in co

Apr 24
1 h 07 min

Ep 89: Broken Foot, Unbreakable Mindset: How Rachel Farganis Became an IFBB Pro Against All Odds

On this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies we are joined by IFBB Bikini Pro Rachel Farganis- a wife, entrepreneur and mother of two.  Rachel quickly became the talk o

Apr 10
1 h 05 min

Ep 88: From Bikini to Fit Model & Back: NPC Athlete & Cancer Survivor Courtney Daniel

On this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies we are joined by NPC Bikini Athlete Courtney Daniel who is a wife, a mom of four boys, and an entrepreneur.  Courtney began

Mar 27
59 min

Ep 87: IFBB Fit Model Pro Brittni Shae: Switching Divisions, Motherhood & the Fit Model Mindset

In this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we’re joined by Brittni Shae, an IFBB Fit Model Pro who proves that it’s never too late to pursue big goals in bodybuildin

Mar 13
1 h 01 min

Ep 86: IFBB Bikini Pro Daraja Weidemoyer: Refining Strength From Olympia Stage to Motherhood & Back

In this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are joined by the lovely Daraja Weidmoyer, IFBB Bikini Pro, four-time Bikini Olympian and new mom!  Not long after her

Feb 27
1 h 00 min

Episode 85: 5 Mistakes You Are Making In Your Fitness/Prep Journey That Are Stalling Your Results

If you feel like you’re doing everything right in your bikini competition prep or fitness journey training hard, eating “clean,” hitting your steps — but your body isn’t

Feb 13
59 min

Episode 84: Prep Through Beautiful Chaos: Babies, Teens & Everything Between

In this week’s episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are diving into the topic of how to navigate prep and personal fitness goals throughout the different stages of motherh

Jan 30
57 min

EP 83: Breaking Up is Hard

In this episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are BACK and sharing our personal updates, including a recap and future plans for Mandy in her IVF journey into a new season o

Jan 16
1 h 05 min

EP 82:Bikinis After Babies presents Bikini MomTALK: ‘26 Arnold List, ‘25 Nats & IFBB Fit Model Rules

Bikinis After Babies is excited to share our NEW segment: Bikini MomTalk!  In this quarterly roundtable discussion, we will bring you our insight on hot topics and releva

Jan 1
1 h 00 min

EP 81:IFBB Pro Laura Tarbell: Persevering Through Perimenopause as an Athlete, Twin Mama, & Covergirl

On this episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are joined by IFBB Bikini Pro Laura Tarbell, who is a functional nutrition coach and prep coach who has been competing for 18

Dec 26 2025
55 min

EP 80: IFBB Pro Courtney Whitman: The “Neufit” And Hubby As Coach Are Her Greatest Tools For Success

On this episode of Bikinis After Babies, we are joined by IFBB Bikini Pro Courtney Whitman, South Dakota’s first ever IFBB Bikini Pro!  Courtney is a talented cosmetologi

Dec 12 2025
51 min

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