Podcast appearances and mentions of leslie schrock

In episode #293 of The Hormone P.U.Z.Z.L.E Podcast, our guest Leslie Schrock, talks about Debunking Fertility Myths from Preconception to Pregnancy and Beyond. More about Leslie: Leslie Schrock is an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Her breakout hit, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules, takes the same approach to male and female fertility. Leslie is an investor in Caribou, Roon, Perchwell, Legacy, Kinfield, and dbt Labs (and others), and an advisor to Maven, Alife, Origin, and Reverance. She is also on Gameto's bioethics board and the board of advisors at the Moody School of Communication at her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin. She was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business, and her work has been featured on CNBC, NPR, Time, GQ, Fortune, Entrepreneur, Wired, The Economist, and The New York Times. Thank you for listening! This episode is made possible by Puzzle Brew's Fertility Tea: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/fertility-tea Follow Jessica on Instagram: @‌leslieschrock Follow Dr. Kela on Instagram: @‌kela_healthcoach Get your FREE Fertility Meal Plan: https://hormonepuzzlesociety.com/ FTC Affiliate Disclaimer: The disclosure that follows is intended to fully comply with the Federal Trade Commission's policy of the United States that requires to be transparent about any and all affiliate relations the Company may have on this show. You should assume that some of the product mentions and discount codes given are "affiliate links", a link with a special tracking code This means that if you use one of these codes and purchase the item, the Company may receive an affiliate commission. This is a legitimate way to monetize and pay for the operation of the Website, podcast, and operations and the Company gladly reveals its affiliate relationships to you. The price of the item is the same whether it is an affiliate link or not. Regardless, the Company only recommends products or services the Company believes will add value to its users. The Hormone Puzzle Society and Dr. Kela will receive up to 30% affiliate commission depending on the product that is sponsored on the show. For sponsorship opportunities, email HPS Media at media@hormonepuzzlesociety.com

Fertility Rules author, Leslie Schrock, joins Keltie for a discussion on reproductive health, fertility, and her personal experience of becoming a mom. Their conversation touches on: Common misconceptions and fertility myths The importance of understanding the impact of age on fertility, as well as the importance of fertility testing and preservation Egg freezing and embryo freezing and what you need to know about them Why both partners should be tested and involved in the fertility journey  The need to listen to one's body and to consider long-term goals when deciding whether or not to have children The challenges and realities of parenthood, and the importance of shared vision and communication between partners As mentioned in the show: Learn more about Leslie and her work online at www.leslieschrock.com. Find Leslie on social media: Instagram: www.instagram.com/leslieschrock X (Twitter): www.twitter.com/lesliejz Order Leslie's books: Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy: Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey From Conception Through Birth and Beyond   Fertility Rules: The Definitive Guide to Male and Female Reproductive Health About Leslie Schrock Leslie Schrock is an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Her breakout hit, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules (starred review from Booklist), takes the same approach for male and female fertility. Leslie is also an advisor to Maven, Alife, Origin, Oath, and Reverence, on Gameto's bioethics board, and the board of advisors at the Moody School of Communication at her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin. She was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business, and her work has been featured on CNBC, NPR, Time, GQ, Fortune, Entrepreneur, Wired, The Economist, and The New York Times. Connect with Leslie at LeslieSchrock.com, on Instagram, or read her Substack. — Join an upcoming Kids or Childfree Workshop:  www.kidsorchildfree.com/workshop And don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review The Kids or Childfree Podcast if you love what you're hearing! Find us online at www.kidsorchildfree.com. Instagram: www.instagram.com/kidsorchildfree TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@kidsorchildfree

Women's health refers to a broad range of medical and wellness services specifically tailored to address the unique health concerns of women. Particular focus is on reproductive health, fertility, and menopause. Technology supporting women's health can go from EHR records, telemedicine services, medical imaging, diagnostic and IVF technology, wearable devices for monitoring health, menstrual cycles, menopause symptoms, robotic surgery in gynecology, and more.  This episode focuses on the fertility market with investor Leslie Shrock, author, entrepreneur, and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Leslie Schrock wrote two books: Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy, which mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families and Fertility Rules, published in June 2023, which addresses male and female fertility. In this discussion, Leslie shared her insights into:  - key misconceptions and lack of knowledge we have around fertility, - how is the market developing,  - what technologies she is hoping to see, - what investment models seem to be working so far. Recap: https://www.facesofdigitalhealth.com/blog/fertility-womenshealth-leslie-schrock Newsletter: https://fodh.substack.com/ Website: www.facesofdigitalhealth.com

Like our own expert Siri, Leslie Schrock should be available on-demand for anyone who's struggling with fertility. And she can be! With two books and now on an episode of Baby or Bust, everyone can access her informed and sensitive approach to miscarriage, medically necessary abortion, and other fertility challenges. Leslie Schrock is an author, entrepreneur, and angel investor who has been involved in health and fertility for pretty much her entire working life. Her first book, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules, does the same for fertility.  After working in advertising for many years, Leslie helped found and grow Rock Health, a digital health startup incubator and venture fund and was named one of the Most Creative People in Business by Fast Company. In this episode you'll hear: [00:00:] Intro [00:37:] Baby or Bust Intro and Thank you to sponsors [01:10:] Intro for Episode: Learn more about author, Leslie Schrock [02:23:] Episode starts — How Dr. Shahine found Leslie's books and what was different about ‘Bumpin' and ‘Fertility Rules' [04:54]: Leslie's fertility story — expectations crashed, recurrent pregnancy loss, terminating a highly desired pregnancy, a tough pregnancy and delivery, and more [09:18:] What's different about Leslie's writing and her motivation – giving facts without fear, allowing all the feelings and frustrations without shame and guilt Busting fertility myths with Leslie Schrock [16:34:] Myth #1 “Fertility is a Woman's Problem” The role of men in reproduction — “Men need a seat at the fertility table!” [24:00:] Myth #2 “Supplements Cure Infertility” — What you need and don't need while trying to conceive and how to find what's safe [27:21:] Myth #3 “We Always Know the Cause of Miscarriage” — The patients with easy conception but miscarriage experience a different kind of infertility. Is it really just “bad luck”? [32:46:] The Hope Trial at Stanford — enroll to learn more about genetics and recurrent miscarriage  [34:50: Myth] #4 “Abortion is NOT healthcare” — Sometimes abortion is not a choice. Terminating a highly desired pregnancy for a lethal anomaly was a heartbreaking experience for Leslie [39:25]: Learn about the non-profit Doctors for Fertility  [39:43]: Myth #5 “Once you have a baby, no more infertility” — Secondary infertility impacted both Dr. Shahine and Leslie [42:45:] Wrapping up and thank you Resources mentioned:  leslieschrock.com  Bumpin' by Leslie Schrock Fertility Rules by Leslie Schrock doctorsforfertility.com Stay Up to Date in Fertility News and Events:  Weekly Newsletter Follow @drlorashahine Instagram | YouTube | Tiktok | Her Books 

Leslie is the author of two books, Fertility Rules and Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy, and was part of the founding team of Rock Health. Just like any other industry, we can't further women's health without smart investment in the right solutions. But unlike other industries, women's health has historically been under-researched, which means investors are only now understanding how big the opportunity we have in front of us is. From the point solutions to the winners who have seemingly taking it all, Leslie helps break down the complexity of funding and furthering solutions in women's health in 2023.

Preparing your body for pregnancy can be confusing. There's a lot of misinformation online about supplements and fertility, along with well-meaning but misguided advice from friends and family.  Today, I'm joined by Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin' and Fertility Rules, to discuss infertility, preparing your body for pregnancy, and navigating anxiety after loss. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3QYzmbT  Book a Free 15 min Consult with a mom therapist: momwell.com  Follow Momwell on Instagram: instagram.com/momwell  Sign up for our weekly VIP Newsletter: momwell.com/newsletter  Register for one of our popular workshops and courses: momwell.com/shop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When it comes to starting or growing a family, many of us come face-to-face with a painful reality: Infertility. Even if you had an easy time conceiving, it doesn't guarantee subsequent pregnancies will be just as easy.  Problems in men's bodies are the cause of around half of all infertility. Does that statistic shock you? That could be because women of child-bearing age are bombarded with marketing for expensive fertility supplements and treatments, while men remain largely in the dark about their reproductive health. Women's lifestyle choices—what they eat, drink, and use on their bodies—are scrutinized and judged. Yet sperm is influenced by the same lifestyle factors. Here to educate us on fertility for both men and women, is Leslie Schrock, top-selling author of the modern guide to pregnancy “Bumpin'”. She has now written a second book called “Fertility Rules”. Learn more about Leslie's books @leslieschrock.  Takeaways: Men are just as likely as women to have health complications that contribute to infertility. The good news: There is a lot that men can do to improve their sperm supply because they regenerate it so frequently. The first step, says Leslie, is to book a preconception appointment. Have an honest conversation with your doctor about any medications or supplements you may be taking. Some people think that supplementing with testosterone will make a man more fertile, but it actually drops a man's semen parameters. Leslie recommends only two supplements for women and men trying to conceive: CoQ10 and a prenatal vitamin with folic acid. She cautions women away from products that claim to regenerate your egg supply, which is not medically possible. Focus instead on ​​optimizing your overall health. It takes an average of three IVF cycles for a couple to have a baby. But fertility treatments rarely start there. Leslie spoke about kits for at-home insemination as well as timed intercourse as a first step you can try at home. While breastfeeding shouldn't be relied upon for birth control, if you're breastfeeding and trying to conceive, your body is not going to put its best foot forward to facilitate a second pregnancy. This is because the priority is feeding the human relying on your milk supply. When supporting those who are experiencing infertility, Leslie reminds us to listen. There is no greater gift.   Mentioned in this episode: Brought to you by Lovevery.com  Find Leslie Schrock @leslieschrock Receive weekly emails about your child's development, and stay in the know about new play essentials, promos, and more by signing up at Lovevery.com Follow Lovevery and Jessica Rolph on Instagram  

Leslie Schrock is an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Her breakout hit, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules, (Simon Element, Spring 2023) was published on June 6 and addresses male and female fertility. Leslie is an investor in Caribou, Roon, Pangea, Tonal, Perchwell, Legacy, Kinfield, and dbt Labs (and others), and an advisor to Maven, Alife, Origin, Oath, and Reverance. She is also on Gameto's bioethics board, and the board of advisors at the Moody School of Communication at her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin.   Leslie was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business, and her work has been featured in The Economist, Fortune, NPR, Time, GQ, CNBC, Forbes, Wired, and The New York Times. Additionally, I'll be donating to and raising awareness for the charity or organization of my guest's choice with each episode now. This episode, the organization is called Every Mother Counts. Any and all donations make a difference! You can connect with Leslie on: Website  Instagram  Twitter  LinkedIn Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy Fertility Rules Substack To connect with me: Interested in working with me as your coach? Book a complimentary 15 minute call here. LinkedIn Instagram Website Subscribe to my weekly newsletter YouTube Please leave a review for this podcast on Apple Podcasts!   Resources/People Mentioned: Bumpin' - Leslie Schrock Fertility Rules - Leslie Schrock Dr. Becky Kennedy Every Mother Counts

"There is so much about pregnancy and fertility health that no one talks about," says this week's guest, author and infertility warrior Leslie Schrock. Leslie has written two books, "Bumpin: The Modern Guide to Pregnancy," and "Fertility Rules," in which she debunks myths and empowers you to be your own advocate from preconception to pregnancy and beyond. Today, Ali talks to Leslie about her own family building journey, including ovulation tracking, her first miscarriage, and how she has been pregnant a total of five times (today, she has two sons). She talks about having a D&C, her thoughts on the turnover of Roe v. Wade, how she and her husband grieved differently at different stages of their journey, and how it felt to get -- and stay -- pregnant after loss. She also discusses why her friends call her "Pregnancy Siri" and why guys need to step it up in terms of getting involved in the fertility and reproduction conversation.   For more or to order her books, go to https://leslieschrock.com/ TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE: Miscarriage; D&C; mental health; ovulation tracking; pregnancy after loss; grief; acupuncture; C-section For sponsorship or partnership inquiries, please email infertileafstories@gmail.com EPISODE SPONSORS: FERTILITY RALLY @fertilityrally www.fertilityrally.com No one should go through infertility alone. Join the Worst Club with the Best Members at fertilityrally.com. We offer 4 to 5 support groups per week, 4 private Facebook groups, tons of curated IRL and virtual events, and an entire community of more than 500 women available to support you, no matter where you are in your journey. Join now at link in bio on IG @fertilityrally or at www.fertilityrally.com RECEPTIVA DX ReceptivaDx is the only test that can identify endometriosis, progesterone resistance and endometritis in a single sample, all causes for unexplained infertility and thus success rates of IVF treatments. ReceptivaDx includes BCL6, a marker that identifies uterine inflammation most often associated with asymptomatic (silent) endometriosis. BCL6 is found in more than 50% of women with unexplained infertility and over 65% of women with two or more IVF failures. If positive for the ReceptivaDx test, treatment options can improve the chances for a successful live birth 5 fold! Learn more at receptivadx.com or download our app “Receptivadx" -- and USE CODE INFERTILEAF23 for $75 off the test Fertility Coach Academy and Elizabeth King Fertility Coaching Ready to turn your passion for fertility into a purpose-driven career? Visit www.fertilitycoachacademy.com. You'll be empowered to make a difference, while embracing the mind, body, and spirit approach. Or are you seeking personalized guidance on your own journey. Visit www.elizabethking.com. Unleash your potential and unlock the doors to parenthood. Use code "InfertileAF" on both for your special 25% discount. Meridian Psychiatric Partners Meridian Psychiatric Partners' Reproductive Psychiatry & Women's Wellness Division is Chicagoland's premier women's mental health private practice. They have specialty-trained psychiatrists and therapists who offer  pre-pregnancy and TTC consultations postpartum consultations medication management and psychotherapy for individuals and couplesIf you would like to know more about Meridian or make an appointment, you can find them online at meridianpsychiatricpartners.com or call their intake line at 312-640-7743. Make sure to mention that you heard about MPP on Infertile AF the podcast. Support this podcast at: https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/infertile-af/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The birds and the bees just don't cut it anymore. With the rising age of first pregnancies in America, optimizing fertility has become the linchpin for potential parents embarking on the journey to childbearing. Even so, we remain beholden to dozens of myths driven by inadequate science, even while we ignore the vast new potential — and limits — of a bountiful set of advanced technologies that aim to make fertility a more understandable and approachable subject. “Securities” host Danny Crichton is joined by Leslie Schrock, venture investor and author of the new book “Fertility Rules: The Definitive Guide to Male and Female Reproductive Health”, to discuss the complex intricacies of the new science of fertility and why we have so much more to do to bridge the gap between expert knowledge and popular understanding. The two discuss the connection between general health and fertility, why men need to do more around their health to ensure a successful pregnancy, why environmental pollutants like parabens and microplastics can affect fertility and sperm counts, how climate change is adding the bad kind of heat to the kindling of love, what new technologies are arriving for parents, and finally, what scope these technologies should have on the productive lives of people.

Leslie Schrock, an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology, joins Alexa to talk about overall fertility health. They share their own experiences of going through fertility works, miscarriages, and their ongoing journey to conceive. Leslie also reflects on the process of writing her books, which blend clinical research, practical advice, and personal anecdotes. This conversation highlights the essential role of men in every pregnancy journey and the importance of having a support system for every woman going through all the different types of fertility and pregnancy experiences.Today on That Sex Chick:Understanding the importance of male and female reproductive healthMiscarriage: navigating pain, healing, and the journey to conceive againExploring the impact of a healthy lifestyle and nutrition on fertilityFactors and practices that help increase the chance of getting pregnantSperm quality and other factors that affect men's fertilityThis show is sponsored by:Sex Coach Prep School: sexandlove.co/prep-school Yoni Pleasure Palace | Visit yonipleasurepalace.com and get 15% off with the code THATSEXCHICK.Connect with Leslie Schrock:Website: leslieschrock.comInstagram: @leslieschrockTiktok:  @leslieschrockConnect with Alexa:Instagram: @thatsexchickWebsite: sexandlove.coFree resources: sexandlove.co/resourcesFacebook Group: Sex & Love Co Community Click here to submit your review for That Sex Chick, and you'll get access to “Uncover Your Inner Kink,” a guided meditation and more, created by Alexa! This show is produced by Soulfire Productions

Women bring new life into the world, yet are the first to blame when pregnancy doesn't happen or go well. Leslie Schrock has parlayed her own personal experience into a second best-selling book that brings true insight into the process of fertility and the role that both men and women play in the process.

In this episode, Leslie Schrock joins as a guest to discuss her experiences with fertility and pregnancy. Leslie is an author and angel investor who works at the intersection of health and technology, and has written two books on the topic: "Bumpin'" and "Fertility Rules". Leslie shares her personal journey of trying to conceive, including the challenges she faced and the successes she had. The conversation also delves into common experiences and challenges related to fertility and pregnancy, and the importance of discussing these topics more openly. The latest clinical research on fertility and pregnancy is discussed, as well as practical advice for those trying to conceive or currently pregnant. Leslie shares her thoughts on the role of technology and innovation in improving fertility and pregnancy outcomes. The episode concludes with a recap of the key takeaways and information on where to find Leslie's books and learn more about her work.More about Leslie:Leslie Schrock is an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Her breakout hit, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules, (Simon Element, Spring 2023) publishes in June and addresses male and female fertility. Leslie is an investor in Caribou, Roon, Pangea, Tonal, Perchwell, Legacy, Kinfield, and dbt Labs (and others), an advisor to Maven, Alife, Origin, Oath, and Reverance. She is also on Gameto's bioethics board, and the board of advisors at the Moody School of Communication at her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin. Leslie was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business, and her work has been featured in The Economist, Fortune, NPR, Time, GQ, CNBC, Forbes, Wired, and The New York Times.Connect with Leslie!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lesliejz/Website: https://leslieschrock.com/Books: https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Leslie-Schrock/Connect with Brianna!Instagram: @mombossinaustinLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/briannademikeFollow the Podcast on Instagram: @badassbasicbitchLove the podcast? We would love if you would leave a review!

Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin'. Topic: Navigating the journey from conception through birth—and beyond. Issues: Getting your bodies and your lives ready; drafting your healthcare dream team; pregnancy issues and myths (such as that having an epidural or a c-section is “failure”); difference between a birth plan and going overboard; what you don't know about […] The post Navigating the Journey from Conception Through Birth—and Beyond appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Dorette Noorhasan, author of Miracle Baby. Topic: A fertility doctor's fight for motherhood. Issues: Surrogacy, insurance, and overcoming every possible obstacle on the way to becoming a mother. Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin'. Topic: Navigating the journey from conception through birth—and beyond. Issues: Getting your bodies and your lives ready; drafting your healthcare dream team; […] The post A Fertility Doctor's Fight for Motherhood + Bumpin’ appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin'. Topic: Navigating the journey from conception through birth—and beyond. Issues: Getting your bodies and your lives ready; drafting your healthcare dream team; pregnancy issues and myths (such as that having an epidural or a c-section is “failure”); difference between a birth plan and going overboard; what you don't know about […] The post Navigating the Journey from Conception Through Birth—and Beyond appeared first on Mr. Dad.

Dorette Noorhasan, author of Miracle Baby. Topic: A fertility doctor's fight for motherhood. Issues: Surrogacy, insurance, and overcoming every possible obstacle on the way to becoming a mother. Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin'. Topic: Navigating the journey from conception through birth—and beyond. Issues: Getting your bodies and your lives ready; drafting your healthcare dream team; […] The post A Fertility Doctor's Fight for Motherhood + Bumpin’ appeared first on Mr. Dad.

The author of ‘Bumpin' - the Modern Guide to Pregnancy', Leslie Schrock, joined me for this special episode of healthHackers® to talk all about essential preparation for labor and delivery in a hospital setting. Leslie's book has been described as the “new pregnancy bible” and came about because of her feelings of helplessness following several complicated pregnancies and losses. Bumpin' was written in real time while Leslie was pregnant with her son TJ. Since then, she's had another baby - Dylan, who's now three months old. Both birth experiences involved difficult and unexpected events. There was SO much I wanted to talk to Leslie about (the book covers conception all the way to postpartum and has been a resource for me in my own pregnancy) but for this episode we honed in on the key event that pregnant women (including me) spend a lot of time thinking about… the big moment, the showdown… the actual birth. Leslie covers:

The Bible in a Year with Maple City Chapel & Leslie Schrock.  Today's readings are: 1 Kings 8:1-66 // Acts 7:51 - 8:13 // Psalm 129:1-8 // Proverbs 17:1 - NLT  ----------  www.maplecitychapel.org www.facebook.com/maplecitychapel  ----------  Maple City Chapel is an evangelical, interdenominational church with Anabaptist roots that welcomes people from a variety of beliefs and backgrounds. Our worship is contemporary and energizing. Our teaching is bible-based, Christ-centered, and life-giving. Our atmosphere is warm, accepting, and casual. We invite you to join us as we connect with each other, connect with God, and change the world!

Today, we talk with Leslie Schrock (leslieschrock.com), entrepreneur, investor, and author of Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy (bumpin.com), which she wrote in real time when she was pregnant, and is a real and honest look at the birth process from the decision to conceive through birth and postpartum. We talk about her efforts growing Rock Health (https://rockhealth.com), a startup accelerator of companies that improve the quality, safety, and accessibility of our healthcare system. She gives examples of companies that provide telehealth care specifically for women, such as Maven (https://www.mavenclinic.com) and Origin (https://www.theoriginway.com). We talk about the importance of investing in women's health, as well as the history behind the underrepresentation of women in clinical trials. Leslie talks about how the defects and tragedy caused by thalidomide essentially banned women from clinical trials in the U.S. for a long time, and how women are still suffering the effects from that. We talk about the growth of women's health, and we predict it will only continue to grow into the future. We discuss the importance of education in health and anatomy, and how especially investing in women's health education can influence families and society at large to take better care of their bodies. Leslie talks more about her birth experience, including her preparation and recovery. We focus on the importance of realizing that you can't control birth, and how you shouldn't let a negative birth experience define yourself as a parent. Leslie then talks about the success of her book, Bumpin', as well as her plans for a future book that takes a more comprehensive look at women's health. We discuss the importance of both women and men committing to learning about fertility.  0:52 Writing Bumpin' and Growing Rock Health; Telehealth  9:16 Investing in Women's Health and Health Education  30:16 Lessons Leslie Learned From Her Birth Experience 38:38 Changing the Conversation About Women's Health and Fertility "It took 3 pregnancies and 16 months to get my son here…I had a miscarriage around 6 weeks. The second pregnancy we found out wasn't viable due to a chromosomal abnormality, and even though the pregnancy was going to end on its own in a matter of weeks, we still had to technically terminate it.” 1:37

BUMPIN': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey from Conception Through Birth and Beyond, is the new book from investor and entrepreneur Leslie Schrock, inspired by questions surrounding her own experience. For more, visit LeslieSchrock.com

On prior episodes of this podcast, we've discussed Carrot, a company that's pioneering the future of work and health by providing global fertility benefits to employers. Because there's so much to discuss, we made a whole new podcast for Carrot called Baby Steps. It's about the many diverse paths people take in the pursuit of parenthood, and we're playing the first episode of Baby Steps here for you today. If you like what you hear, search for Baby Steps wherever you get your podcasts. Show notes Baby Steps is a podcast from Carrot Fertility about the diverse paths people take to pursue parenthood. Carrot is the leading global fertility benefits company for employers. Leslie Schrock, author of Bumpin, discusses the concept of trimester zero, the period of preparation before any fertility journey begins.    We want to hear from you Please send us your comments, suggested topics, and listener questions for future All Turtles Podcast episodes.  Email: hello@all-turtles.com Twitter: @allturtlesco

Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She's collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews Investor & Entrepreneur Leslie Schrock, author of “Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy: Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey From Conception Through Birth and Beyond.” She developed a part memoir/part practical guide that debunks the most pervasive pregnancy myths to help readers take control of their parenting journey. Schrock was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business and has been featured in NPR, Time, GQ, Entrepreneur, Wired and The NY Times.

Kathryn interviews Ada Calhoun, NY Times best-selling author of “Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis.” Calhoun sheds light on the cultural and political challenges facing Gen X women and surmises that they should reframe the story of their lives and mistakes and learn to see themselves as “heroines worth rooting for.” She's collaborated on several NY Times best-sellers and written for the NY Times, The Oprah Magazine, New York and The New Republic. Kathryn also interviews Investor & Entrepreneur Leslie Schrock, author of “Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy: Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey From Conception Through Birth and Beyond.” She developed a part memoir/part practical guide that debunks the most pervasive pregnancy myths to help readers take control of their parenting journey. Schrock was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business and has been featured in NPR, Time, GQ, Entrepreneur, Wired and The NY Times.