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In this Stork'd Munchkin, Michelle Yu discusses how Josie assists new parents in transitioning back to work with Michelle Yu.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  MyJosie Inc. - Instagram Josie - Website

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    If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  M...

Michelle Yu co-founded Josie, a company designed to support new moms re-entering the workforce, using their "three pillars" to facilitate success. Josie works directly with the employer to educate and create an infrastructure of resources and policies, coaching to the new parent and, last of all, managerial training. Studies support working mothers bringing skills to the workplace such as empathy,...

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.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify ...

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."    If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram...

Many new parents share that they feel a shift in identity as they begin to care for a child in the house. It can be hard to identify what's changed and why. If you have ever found yourself as a parent thinking, "I feel the same but also so different, why?" or "what is happening to me? Why do I feel the way I do?", or "who am I now that I am a parent?" this episode is for you.    Chelsea Conaboy, a...

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.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTu...

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.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Surrogates Corner - Website Surrogates Corner - In...

Going through a fertility journey, you need a great fertility doctor and…. a lawyer? Both intended parents and those helping them conceive by donating sperm, eggs, embryos or serving as surrogates need lawyers to protect their rights and support the intention behind the relationship.  James Mahan, a seasoned attorney and founder of The Surrogates Corner, brings his expertise to discuss putting you...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Gail Sexton Anderson discusses the role Donor Concierge plays in finding their clients' surrogates and the process around that.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Donor Concierge - Website  

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.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Donor Concierge - Website

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 and provides insights about how  the process operates and who covers expenses.     Donor Concierge assists clients requiring third party fertility (aka donor or surrogacy support) in their family building journey. Choosing someone outside yo...

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.     If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Nurtur...

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.     If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Nurture by Na...

Emily Silver, co-founder of Nurture by NAPS, offers resources, support, and education to parents throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and toddlerhood. Whether expecting your first, second, or third child, Emily provides evidence-based professional insights to help you navigate a journey filled with cherished memories, even during the often stressful and sleepless period of welcoming a newborn into yo...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Gina Ballard discusses why she fosters teens instead of young children and the difference that that makes in the lives of those teens and for society as a whole.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Gina Nic...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Gina Ballard discusses a time she spoke up about a suspected foster neglect situation and how that situation was a catalyst to shift from mentoring teens to fostering teens.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spoti...

Gina Ballard approaches everything in life with an open heart, a willingness to stand in truth, deep compassion and a lot of humor and her family journey embodies all of those traits.  Gina is a passionate advocate for fostering. She and her husband focus on providing a safe, welcoming home for teenagers in the foster care system and have most recently adopted a teenage son.  Prior to becoming a f...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Carey Cook discusses the hard decisions she made in her fertility journey and learning how to trust your body's signals. Learning what a "yes" and "no" feel like in your body.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spo...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Carey Cook discusses her personal experience when somebody chose her to be the recipient of their embryos. She explains her thoughts and feelings around the process and trusting her intuition.   If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTu...

Carey Cook, a Fertility Coach and Self-Care Strategist is dedicated to supporting the LGBTQ+ community as they navigate the intricacies of building a family. Carey shares her journey with IUI, Reciprocal IVF and ultimately embryo donation.  She shares how she and her wife found their embryo donor, how they each experienced emotional reactions to the experience of sharing or not sharing a genetic r...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Deb Flashenberg discusses the big internal change that happens after becoming a parent and how to navigate your new identity. How you can match your authenticity from the old you to the new you.  If you loved this Stork'd Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts!   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouT...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Deb Flashenberg delves into the topic of pelvic floor health, indicating  when it is time to see a Pelvic Floor Therapist and highlighting the common issue of postpartum loss of bladder control and dispelling the notion that it is unavoidable.   Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Stork'd - Spotify  Prenatal Yoga Center - W...

Deb Flashenberg, the founder of the Prenatal Yoga Center in NYC and host of the Yoga Birth Babies Podcast, brings valuable insights to the discussion on childbirth.  Together we discuss the dramatic identity shift that happens when you cross the threshold into parenthood. We also discuss the prenatal and birth experience. Emphasizing the importance of a mother's right to choose her birthing experi...

In this Stork'd Munchkin, Jenna Hermans shares the questions to ask yourself when facing your fears. Jenna also shares the experiences she is having being a step-mom and the experiences she faces with her own step-parents.     Resources: Stork'd Website Stork'd - Facebook Stork'd - Instagram Stork'd - YouTube  Jenna Hermans - Website Jenna Hermans - Instagram