In this bonus episode, Julia took a moment on the 4th of July to reflect on the importance of reproductive freedom. She appreciates living in Massachusetts, where mandatory insurance coverage allowed her to undergo IVF treatments. However, she expresses concerns about potential changes to these laws due to the current political climate, noting that some states already have restrictions. Julia emphasizes the need to cherish our freedoms to build families in ways that feel right to us. She also re...
Jul 04, 2024•18 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Abbe Feder shares how she found peace after six years of infertility treatment and still has no answers to why IVF didn’t work for her. 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 InCircle Fertility - Website InCircle Fertility - Instagram InCircle Fertility - LinkedIn...
May 16, 2024•5 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Abbe Feder shares that when she started IVF, she automatically thought that it would work and she would have a baby. Listen as she shares the emotional rollercoaster she felt when she started IVF and it didn’t work. 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 InCircle Fertility - Website InCircle Fertility - Instagram ...
May 14, 2024•4 min
Abbe Feder is the founder of InCircle Fertility and host of the Fertility Chic. In this episode, Abbe shares her own six-year journey through unexplained infertility, including her initial reluctance to turn to assisted reproductive technology. Ultimately, Abbe and her husband tried IUI and then IVF with multiple failed transfers and loss. After a traumatic birth experience and emergency hysterectomy, Abbe is the proud mom of twins. Abbe leans on her experience and a deep well of empathy and too...
May 14, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 19
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Brittany Ross discusses how during her first pregnancy she didn’t want to lose her identity and become “just a mom.” 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 Brittany Ross - Instagram Brittany Ross - Website...
May 09, 2024•3 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Brittany Ross shares advice to those who find out they are pregnant and may not feel the expected emotional reaction to finding out you are and that you are allowed to feel however you want to feel. 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 Brittany Ross - Instagram Brittany Ross - Website...
May 07, 2024•4 min
Brittany Ross, a Los Angeles-based actor and stand up comedian opens up with refreshing authenticity about her journey into motherhood. She candidly shares her experiences of feeling like she lost her identity during her first pregnancy, as others only saw her as a mom-to-be and, after giving birth, felt defined solely by motherhood. Now pregnant again, Brittany reflects on navigating this journey differently, realizing she can embrace her role as a caring mom and her identity as a professional ...
May 07, 2024•45 min•Season 6Ep. 18
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Ronit Menash and Vida Delrahim, co-founders of WeNatal, give advice to those who are experiencing a miscarriage. They emphasize leaning on your “village” and encourage listeners that it’s not the end of the story. 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 WeNatal - Website WeNatal - Instagram WeNatal is offering a sp...
May 01, 2024•5 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Ronit Menash and Vida Delrahim, co-founders of WeNatal, discuss this shocking vital revelation: the quality of sperm can significantly affect fertility, contributing up to half of the reason for miscarriage. They banded together to address this and created a men’s prenatal vitamin. 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 - S...
Apr 30, 2024•4 min
Ronit Menash and Vida Delrahim, the founders of WeNatal, join Julia on a poignant episode of the podcast to share their journeys to expand their respective families and create WeNatal. As close friends who endured miscarriages within days of each other, their bond grew even stronger. Together, they uncovered a vital revelation: the quality of sperm can significantly affect fertility, contributing up to half of the reason for miscarriage. In response, they developed specialized supplements for bo...
Apr 30, 2024•51 min•Season 6Ep. 17
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Angela Rastegar discusses her key demographic seeking Sunfish and how trends are showing that younger individuals are looking into IVF. She then discusses how her company, Sunfish can help provide financial support to those who need it. 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 Sunfish - Website Sunfish - Instagram...
Apr 25, 2024•5 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Angela Rastegar discusses the shocking average amount it costs individuals to invest in IVF. She then discusses how her company, Sunfish can help provide financial support to those who need it. 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 Sunfish - Website Sunfish - Instagram...
Apr 23, 2024•4 min
Julia sits down with Angela Rastegar, the driving force behind Sunfish, a company committed to dismantling financial barriers for hopeful parents navigating fertility challenges. Economic constraints often force individuals to abandon their dreams of parenthood. Sunfish steps in with personalized financial planning services and complimentary consultations. They are backed by a dedicated team of data scientists who analyze medical records and statistics to forecast fertility treatments’ duration ...
Apr 23, 2024•42 min•Season 6Ep. 16
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Dan Blevins discusses that he feels the loneliness or isolation that can be present in the LGBTQ+ community stems from a lack of trust. People in the LGBTQ+ community can have a hard time finding people they can wholeheartedly trust, which can lead to isolation and loneliness. Stand In Pride is a great resource for those who may be feeling that way. If you loved this Stork’d Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts! Resources: Stork'd Website...
Apr 11, 2024•4 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Dan Blevins discusses the journey to creating “Stand In Pride”, an organization that connects people with "stand-in" family or friends. Whether it's attending a wedding, needing help with a life skill, or simply wanting a shoulder to lean on, Stand In Pride offers a powerful sense of belonging. 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 - YouTub...
Apr 09, 2024•5 min
Have you ever felt you need someone to turn to or to show up for you? This episode of Stork’d explores Stand In Pride, a heartwarming community founded by Dan Blevins in 2021. Stand In Pride provides a vital support system for those within the LGBTQ+ community who may be estranged from their families. The show dives into the organization's mission and impact as well as what it really means to show up for someone else. With over 250,000 members worldwide on their Facebook group alone, Stand In Pr...
Apr 09, 2024•40 min•Season 6Ep. 15
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Shani Rogers how her daughter coped with her mother, Shani’s, miscarriage and Shani shares an interesting story about what her daughter drew a week before her miscarriage. 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 Amazon -Blue and Pink Balloons Journey Instagram - Blue and Pink Balloons...
Apr 04, 2024•4 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Shani Rogers discusses the story of pregnancy and miscarriage with her second child and how she had what doctor’s call a “missed miscarriage.” If you loved this Stork’d Munchkin, check out the full episode wherever you listen to podcasts! Resources: Stork'd Website - https://www.storkdpodcast.com/ Stork'd - Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/storkd.podcast/?view_public_for=114673517053586 Stork'd - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/storkd_podcast/ Stork'd - YouTube...
Apr 02, 2024•4 min
*Trigger warning for miscarriage* Shani Rogers, the author of the book "Blue and Pink Balloons," a narrative crafted for her daughter that addresses the sensitive topic of miscarriage. Shani shares her story of trying for a second and healing from miscarriage. Together, Shani and Julia, who also shares her journey through miscarriage, shed light on the prevalence of this experience among women. Often, amidst the turmoil of miscarriage within a family, the experiences of siblings can be overlooke...
Apr 02, 2024•38 min•Season 6Ep. 14
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Patrice Meagher discusses the unspoken mental load of breastfeeding and pumping that takes a toll on breastfeeding parents. 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 MilkMate - Website MilkMate - Instagram...
Mar 28, 2024•4 min
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. 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 MilkMate - Website MilkMate - Instagram...
Mar 26, 2024•5 min
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. Patrice shares her journey as a working mom of four, when unsuitable pumping spaces at work forced her to end her breastfeeding journey prematurely. We discuss the politics of feeding your child, how time inefficient and emotionally draining pumping can be, the unique challenges of pumping at work and so much more. Are you...
Mar 26, 2024•35 min•Season 6Ep. 13
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. 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 @fertilityrally - Instagram @infertileafstories - Instagram @aliprato - Instagram Fertility Rally...
Mar 21, 2024•4 min
In this Stork’d Munchkin, Alison Prato discusses how misinformation and poor sex education can impact your fertility and her fertility journey. 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 @fertilityrally - Instagram @infertileafstories - Instagram @aliprato - Instagram Fertility Rally - Website Infertile AF Group - Buy the Book...
Mar 19, 2024•5 min
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. Ali’s experience with secondary infertility included undergoing procedures like IUIs and IVF, and grappling with depression, grief, and relationship challenges. Her message is clear: you are not alone. This message became especially important to Ali when she lost her mother this year. Julia and Ali discuss how families ...
Mar 19, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 12
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...
Mar 14, 2024•3 min
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 MyJosie Inc. - Instagram Josie - Website...
Mar 12, 2024•3 min
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, the ability to listen and multitasking, functions they perform daily at home. Could the American cu...
Mar 12, 2024•44 min•Season 6Ep. 11
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 Chelsea Conaboy - Website Mother Brain Book Chelsea Conaboy - Instagram...
Mar 07, 2024•5 min
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 Stork'd - YouTube Stork’d - Spotify Chelsea Conaboy - Website Mother Brain Book Chelsea Conaboy - Instag...
Mar 05, 2024•4 min
