Breaking the Silence: Empowering Fertility Conversations in the Workplace
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In today’s episode of Work it Like a Mum, I’m chatting with the amazing Natalie Silverman, the voice behind The Fertility Podcast and co-founder of Fertility Matters at Work. As a long-time fan of Natalie’s podcast (which was a lifeline during my own fertility journey), I’m so excited to have her here to share her story.
We talk about the evolution of fertility discussions in the workplace, her transition from broadcasting to podcasting, and how her new venture is helping businesses support employees going through fertility treatments. If you’re navigating fertility or wondering how workplaces can offer better support, this episode is a must-listen!
Key Highlights:
- How Natalie’s personal fertility journey led to the creation of The Fertility Podcast.
- The impact of fertility education in the workplace and why it matters.
- How Fertility Matters at Work is helping businesses create a supportive culture for fertility treatments.
- The power of authentic, expert-backed content and community in the podcasting world.
- Insights into the growing fertility podcast space and available resources today.
Key Take Aways:
- Why fertility support in the workplace is a game-changer for employees.
- How podcasting can connect you to the right information during your fertility journey.
- The importance of real, credible voices in tackling sensitive topics like fertility.
Show Links :
Fertility Matters at Work Website
Connect with Natalie on LinkedIn
Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Work it Like A Mum podcast (00:00:00)
2. Meeting Natalie: From The Fertility Podcast to advocacy (00:01:53)
3. Building a trusted resource in the fertility space (00:06:41)
4. The birth of Fertility Matters at Work (00:12:59)
5. The real cost of fertility treatment (00:20:12)
6. Creating supportive workplace environments (00:28:12)
7. Navigating fertility struggles at work (00:34:13)
8. Being a supportive colleague and future plans (00:39:44)
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