Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 13 - The Struggle of Breastfeeding at Work: The Journey to Creating MilkMate with Patrice Meagher
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Patrice Meagher discusses her struggle with breastfeeding at work which ultimately led to her decision to create MilkMate with her husband, so other working breastfeeding individuals can breastfeed at work without the struggle.
There Has Got to Be a Better Way to Do This: Improving Pumping at Work With Patrice Meagher, MilkMate
Patrice Meagher, the creator of MilkMate, joins Julia to address the challenge new mothers face in the workplace: the lack of a safe and private environment for breastfeeding.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 12 - Yearning Heart: Alison Prato's Journey to Complete Her Family Unit
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Alison Prato discusses how she defines family and how she felt her family unit wasn’t complete without her second child. There was a yearning in her heart to complete her family.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 12 - How Misinformation and Poor Sex Education Can Impact Fertility with Alison Prato
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Alison Prato discusses how misinformation and poor sex education can impact your fertility and her fertility journey.
Supported AF: Building Community Through Infertility and Grief With Alison Prato
Alison Prato, an acclaimed journalist, has become one of the go - to voices in the fertility world sharing her infertility story and supporting others in their fertility journey.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 11 - How Josie Assists New Parents in Transitioning Back to Work with Michelle Yu
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Michelle Yu discusses how Josie assists new parents in transitioning back to work with Michelle Yu.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 11 - How Companies Are Starting to Recognize the Value of Working Mothers with Michelle Yu
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Michelle Yu discusses how companies are starting to recognize the value of working mothers and providing the right support to those working parents to help them thrive
How Do I Go Back to Work? Enabling Effective Postpartum Transitions With Michelle Yu and Josie
Michelle Yu founded Josie, a company designed to support new moms re-entering the workforce, using their “three pillars” to facilitate success.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 10 - This Is Your Brain on Parenting - How Parenting Shapes Our Neurology
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Chelsea Conaboy discusses scientific research about the changes that occur in your brain in anyone responsible for the ongoing care of a baby, not just birthing mothers.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 10 - Maternal Instinct: Fact or Fiction? The Science Behind "Maternal Instinct"
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Chelsea Conaboy discusses scientific research on why the brain undergoes profound changes and expose the flaws perpetuated by the myth that mothering is solely a woman's domain, known as "maternal instinct."
It’s All in Your Mind, Literally: The Neuroscience of New Parenthood With Chelsea Conaboy
Chelsea Conaboy, author of Mother Brain, shares that this transformation into new parenthood has a scientific basis, affecting mothers and all individuals caring for an infant. The brain is being rewired for nurturing.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 9 - What's the Scoop on Anonymous Sperm Donors? With James Mahan
In this Stork’d Munchkin, James Mahan discusses anonymity of sperm donors and how some states are moving away from complete anonymity to European models that allow children of sperm donors to know where they came from.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 9 - How Surrogacy Law Differs by Each State with James Mahan
In this Stork’d Munchkin, James Mahan discusses how surrogacy law differs in each state and what you need to know in terms of contracts and such.
Memorializing Fertility Intentions in Contracts - Fertility Law With James Mahan, Surrogates Corner
Going through a fertility journey, you need a great fertility doctor and…. a lawyer? James Mahan, a seasoned attorney and founder of The Surrogates Corner, brings his expertise to discuss putting your family-building intentions into a contract
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 8 - Demystifying the Surrogacy Search with Gail Sexton Anderson
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Gail Sexton Anderson discusses the role Donor Concierge plays in finding their clients' surrogates and the process around that.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 8 - Nature vs. Nurture: The Role Characteristics and DNA Play in Finding a Potential Donor with Gail Sexton Anderson
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Gail Sexton Anderson discusses the role of characteristics and DNA in finding a donor and potential complexities and tips when choosing a donor.
A Friend for a Season - Third Party Fertility with Gail Sexton Anderson and Donor Concierge
Curious about how to find an egg donor, sperm donor or surrogate? Gail Sexton Anderson, the visionary behind Donor Concierge, addresses all of these questions.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 7 - Breastfeeding, Sleeping Schedules: Deciding What Works Best for You as a Parent with Emily Silver
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Emily Silver discusses the mission of Nurture by NAPS to provide clients with individualized care backed by medical research and her own experiences as a mother.
Stork'd Munchkin | S6 Ep 7 - Trying to Do It All as a Mother: Emily Silver’s Experience as a Mom
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Emily Silver discusses her experiences as a first time mom trying to “do it all” and how those experiences have translated to her work in Nurture by NAPS.
What Can I Expect in My First Year as a Parent? With Emily Silver, Nurture by Naps
Emily Silver, co-founder of Nurture by NAPS, offers resources, support, and education to parents throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and toddlerhood.