How does having a new baby change the landscape of our careers? Follow along to hear stories from women at all stages of navigating work life balance. Your host is an Ob/Gyn in training who wants to hear the other side of the story- beyond the medical world and into the complex social and societal aspects of starting a family.
My Work My Baby
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How does having a new baby change the landscape of our careers? Follow along to hear stories from women at all stages of navigating work life balance. Your host is an Ob/Gyn in training who wants to hear the other side of the story- beyond the medical world and into the complex social and societal aspects of starting a family.
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February 24, 2024
Having a baby in medical residency: how to plan ahead and craft your own life
<p class="p1">Janelle discusses her experience deciding to have a child during internal medicine residency, the difficulties of being pregnant in residency, the support she received postpartum, and the balance between her career in geriatric medicine and parenting. We discuss the meaning of having a child and being a doctor, drawing from her work with older adults. She also explores cultural differences in family and parenting and the differences between her and her partner's experiences. Our final discussion centers on the special way in which deciding to have a family forces us to reflect and understand ourselves and choose the best life that reflects our own priorities, regardless of outside influences and expectations.</p> <p class="p1"> </p> <p class="p1">Takeaways</p> <p class="p1">Having a child during residency is a challenging decision that requires balancing family planning with career goals.</p> <p class="p1">Being pregnant in residency can be physically and emotionally demanding, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.</p> <p class="p1">Postpartum support and leave time vary depending on the program and state regulations, highlighting the need for more transparency and standardized policies.</p> <p class="p1">Balancing a medical career with parenting requires finding a balance between work and family, and recognizing the importance of self-care.</p> <p class="p1">The experience of having a child can provide a unique perspective on caring for patients and the transient nature of life.</p> <p class="p1">Cultural differences can influence family dynamics and parenting approaches, highlighting the need for open communication and understanding.</p> <p class="p1">Each person's experience of pregnancy and parenting is unique, and it is important to navigate differences and find compromise as a couple.</p>
October 23, 2022
Sliding into Parenthood: Should I Have Said No?
<p class="p1">Erin talks about an uncomfortable topic: is it OK to have regrets about having children? How do we make the best informed decision when deciding to pursue parenthood? Listen as we unravel the conditioning of sexism and gender roles, the Mormon church, and reclaiming time for ourselves. </p>
May 17, 2022
Defining identity as a teacher and a mom
<p>Christine is a teacher in Boston who is welcoming her first baby. Join us as we talk about identity, working part time, having a partner in medicine, affordable daycare, and social support and isolation. </p> <p> </p>
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