We are Maika and Dana from Unboxing Women and this pod is about the gender gap and how women and LGBTQ+ are marginalised in the music and entertainment industry. It all started after we were called a bitch just for knowing what we want and being assertive about it to the men around us, so if being a knowledgeable woman makes us a bitch, then we are #SUCHABITCH and we’ll show you just what a bitch can do. Join us as we unbox the underlying truth, discuss taboo topics and bring on guests revea ...
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Welcome to UNBOXED, a platform for real, authentic conversations on all things social, cultural, and everything in between.
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Unbox Your Gift, is a fortnightly podcast where Rita Joyan interviews change makers that include chief ministers, Olympians, diplomats, inventors, business owners and experts. Thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from extraordinary inventions to psychology of the voice, and everything in between — given by leading thinkers and creators. With Unbox Your Gift, find some space in your day to change your perspectives, ignite your curiosity, and learn something new.
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Unboxing the female experience, one story at a time.
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Jon and Melissa Matos compare popular fiction with cult classics, fan favorites, and ancient allusions. Join their weekly celebration of good storytelling, and the positive impact stories have on our everyday lives.
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Welcome to Sabrina's Way a podcast for trailblazers and women who can't be put in a box. We explore hard topics, bold ideas, and resources to support your journey here. Tune in, be inspired, and embrace your unique path.
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Thousands of women joke about getting knocked up by their gay best friend when they get fed up with dating. Follow my decision to ACTUALLY do it: learning about the single mother by choice community, failed DIY attempts, to choosing IVF.
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UW #79: Dze Germans in Hollywood movies
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Hearing non-German speakers being cast as Germans in movies and why this should change. We mention the following resources: Disclosure (documentary): https://www.disclosurethemovie.com/about Blood & Gold (German movie, set in WWII): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt18073328/ Actor constantly typecast as a Russian villain but is actually from Croat…
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UW #78: Céline Dion is one in a million for both her voice and her diagnosis of SPS
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Documentary 'I AM' about Céline Dion on Prime: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/I-Am-Celine-Dion/0KESUWINP6U93HJ0FEZUVWNDZK Her performance at the 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony in Paris: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fO5oQqZiXxw If there is anything you would like us to talk about send us a DM on our Instagram instagram.com/unboxi…
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UW #77: Mariah Carey’s lost grunge rock album: how labels gatekeep an artist's creativity
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Artist: Chick - Album: Someone’s Ugly DaughterWe're still waiting for this album to come out... what's you hot take? Do you think it has been snubbed by the label again? Reply to us in our Q&A section. If there is anything you would like us to talk about send us a DM on our Instagram instagram.com/unboxingwomen or an email…
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UW #76: The History of Female Recordings
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Talking about the Phonograph and the early history of female recording. Resources mentioned: First Sound Recording: https://benbeck.co.uk/firsts/2_The_Human_Subject/sound1h.htm The British Tinfoil: https://www.iasa-web.org/sites/default/files/IASA_journal32_part13.pdf More about Edison's Dolls: https://www.nps.gov/edis/learn/photosmultimedia/a-cult…
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UW #75: From Princess to Hero: Disney Live Action movies reviewed
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This time we review live action Disney movies and compare them to their animated original counterparts. SPOILER ALERT - we chat in-depth about storylines and scenes from the movies. Catch our previous (and controversial) episodes about Disney: Ep 43: "Part I: The evolution of Disney Princesses" Ep 44: "Part II: Who are the real Disney Heroes?" Ep 4…
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I’ve finally had an emotional breakdown about my IVF journey. GRATEFUL for the mental health work I’ve done along the way to keep me afloat. Progesterone in oil shots start soon and I’m hoping that I’m nearing the end of my journey! Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a baby wi…
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UW #74: Turning your creativity into a full-time job with Kristel Goddevriendt
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Hear how Kristel does it all from project manager to makeup artist, over journalist to voice-over actor and model. Connect with her via: Website: https://www.kristelgoddevriendt.be/ Acting reel: https://youtu.be/WMZ6m2d5bEE?feature=shared Keep up with her Belgian Entertainment blog: https://www.spotlightnews.be/ We discuss Historalia's musical "Jea…
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Donald Trump is promising free IVF if he gets elected. As someone who is deep int he middle of an IVF journey myself, I share thoughts and feelings about how I think it'd work (spoiler alert: I don't think it will). REGISTER TO VOTE https://vote.gov FACTS AND FIGURES Trump says he wants to make IVF treatments paid for by government or insurance com…
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Progesterone in oil has arrived! I’m prepping for my frozen embryo transfer as a single mom by choice, and the first step is receiving medication. TOPICS 00:00 Intro 01:30 The DL on Meds 04:13 Unboxing! ITEMS MENTIONED Pineapple Bandages: https://amzn.to/471WLPC OTHER VIDEOS WORTH CHECKING OUT Catch Up Video from Last Week: https://www.youtube.com/…
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Becoming a single mother by choice is difficult! I've been preparing for a baby for two years and making content about the process for a year, so I figured it was worth doing a recap video to catch y'all up on where we've been together. Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a bab…
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My IVF journey was abruptly halted last month when a breast cancer scare got in the way. In the last part of my cancer scare series (YAY), I share how a surgery consult turned into a lumpectomy in less than 24 hours. RELATED VIDEOS: Breast Cancer Scare, Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9DOScCIxkF8 Breast Cancer Scare, Part 2: https://www.you…
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Sharing my stereotactic breast biopsy in chair experience at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. In the middle of IVF treatment, I felt something a little strange in my left breast and decided to get it checked out before my frozen embryo implantation. I’m SO GRATEFUL that my doctor at Kindbody get my set up with the Hoag team so quickly. Also talking abo…
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Ep #12 - Healing Unboxed: My Journey through Hysterectomy, Heartbreak, and a New Beginning
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In this powerful episode, I open up about my deeply personal journey through a hysterectomy, the end of a significant relationship, and the transformative process of moving to a new place. Join me as I share the raw and real experiences that shaped me, the challenges I faced, and the healing I discovered. This episode is dedicated to every woman wh…
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43: WE INTERRUPT THIS IVF ALREADY IN PROGRESS
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IVF as a single mom by choice is hard enough, I don't need a cancer scare! Fears of breast cancer are looming as I get a radial scar checked out at Hoag Hospital Newport Beach. Having a mammogram under 40 wasn’t on my bingo card for 2024. — Hey, I'm Meredith! I'm becoming a single mom by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a baby…
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IVF success isn’t just getting pregnant - it’s a lot of steps along the way. In her journey to becoming a single mom by choice, Meredith decided to celebrate her embryos after they passed preimplantation genetic screening with an EMBRYO REVEAL PARTY - a modern twist on a traditional gender reveal party. Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mo…
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Meredith is sharing news from her fertility doctors at Kindbody this week - her frozen embryo transfer (FET) has been scheduled! She goes over the process, why her and her doctor chose a controlled FET and plans for her BLASTOSHOWER - an embryo sex reveal. TOPICS COVERED 00:53 Getting the physical PGT-A results and planning the BLASTOSHOWER! 02:23 …
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Meredith got her PGT-A test results a week early! Watch as she shares the news with family and friends, talks about next steps, and shares tips for maintaining sanity during the process. Frozen embryo implantation comes next…stay tuned! ITEMS MENTIONED Jujube Dr BFF Bag: https://amzn.to/3LfQp5f SMBC COMMUNITIES SMBC Official: https://www.singlemoth…
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39: I Get By With a Little Help From My Friends
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Meredith has embryo news!! Aside from sharing which zygotes made it to blastocyst status, she's going over best practices for checking in on a friend who is undergoing IVF. Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a baby with my gay best friend. After a few tries with the turkey bas…
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UW #73: Controversy around Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour
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Taylor remains an economic force to be reckoned with: despite botched ticket sales and other controversies this is the highest grossing tour of all time. We refer to: UW #7: What happened to Taylor Swift‘s Butt UW #41: Maika finally admits to fangirling Zach Bryan's - All my Homies Hate Ticketmaster: https://open.spotify.com/album/5hVCiOPye3IDJG4rb…
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Meredith came out of her most recent egg retrieval with very different results! What were the differences in treatment? Did she keep calm, cool, and collected this time? Will this be her last retrieval? STAY TUNED. Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a baby with my gay best fri…
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UW #72: How to survive creative burnout
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Candid chat about our struggles and coping with various burnout situations as independent artists. If there is anything you would like us to talk about send us a DM on our Instagram instagram.com/unboxingwomen or an email to suchabitch@unboxingwomen.com Use the hashtag #SUCHABITCH to let us know about your personal experiences.…
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UW #71: Exposing the reality of what it means to be transgender with Liam Klenk
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About bullying, homophobia, and forever fighting the status quo in a toxic industry. Connect with Liam: Website and socials: https://www.liamklenk.com/ His book: "Paralian, not just transgender" Links to what we discuss: Circus: https://dragone.com/shows/the-house-of-dancing-water/ Disclosure (documentary): https://www.disclosurethemovie.com/abou…
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Mental health is muy importante, so Meredith is sharing her journey from sad little girl to a healthy medicated lady. In preparation for pregnancy (and because of the influx of hormones in her system thanks to the second round of egg retrieval), she decided to get in touch with a perinatal psychiatrist early. Here's how she found one and how her fi…
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UW #70: How to work with a music producer
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Practical tips about music production and how to communicate what's in your head to your producer. Resources mentioned: Isovox: https://isovoxbooth.com/ Women in music communities: https://www.musicwomengermany.de/en/profiles https://womeninctrl.com/ https://sheisthemusic.org/ https://www.femnoise.com/ https://www.thisisfemmehouse.com/ …
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Meredith discusses the results from the PGT-A tests her embryos underwent, explains what a segmented mosaic embryo means, and discusses next steps in her IVF journey. SHOP THAT BANGIN' PREMIERE LOOK Mock Neck Cloak Sleeve Pleated Midi Dress Silver Cuff Bracelets Long Metal Bar Drop Earrings Mirrored Metallic Evening Bag ARTICLES DISCUSSED What Does…
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UW #69: Making a living from creativity with Georgia (Red Fez Social)
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Social Media Manager and entrepreneur Georgia Tuohey tells us how she does it! Connect with her on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redfezsocial/ Website: https://www.redfezsocial.com/ Keep up with social media trends: Geekout by https://www.mattnavarra.com/ One of Georgia's songs: Robbie Rivera - All I Wanted If there is anything you woul…
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Nana is back in California! They’re discussing Meredith’s Day 5 4BB and Day 7 4BA embryos (better known at Chip & Dale); the nail-biting wait on genetic test results, whether or not to learn the sex, and if so, WHEN? TOPICS COVERED 0:00 - Introduction and Catch Up 04:09 - Should I find out the sex of my embryos? 16:10 - “The Parents Who Want Daught…
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All the DIY steps to take before, during and after releasing a song. Resources mentioned: Indepreneur: https://indepreneur.io/ Creative Juice Podcast: https://indepreneur.io/podcast/ Raketerei (German Podcast): www.raketerei.com Our future episode 72 about creative burnout. Musixmatch: https://www.musixmatch.com/ If there is anything you would like…
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After a week of waiting, Meredith learns how many of her fertilized eggs have become full fledged embryos. She shares how she found out, how she's feeling, and what's up next. Read the full blog post here - https://backupplanpod.com/34-blastocysts/ ITEMS MENTIONED: Diva Cup - https://amzn.to/3UJRfLO Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother…
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What’s it like to have an egg retrieval for IVF at KindBody? Meredith just had hers and she’s here to share the results - how many eggs were retrieved, how many were mature, and how many were fertilized with her gay best friend’s sperm. WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE. OTHER EPISODES REFERENCED: The attempted break-in! - https://backupplanpod.com/21-januar…
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32: Egg Retrieval Injections, Week 2
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When your follicles don't respond to hormones, you pump up the volume and keep injecting. Meredith has to keep up the routine this week in anticipation of the egg retrieval and symptoms have really started kicking in! Belly bruising, foggy brain, and increasing shot pain...oh my. ITEMS MENTIONED: Small Ice Packs with Sleeve - https://amzn.to/3vMNfC…
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We've moved into the injection phase! Meredith is 22 injections in and reporting on all of the wild side effects: vivid dreams, unsupportive family members, and an incredible amount of trash. Truth be told, it's a lot easier than she anticipated and way more enjoyable than the estrogen priming. ITEMS MENTIONED: Small Ice Packs with Sleeve - https:/…
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Bare with Meredith this week, she was in a lot of pain when she recorded and edited this episode! With a full week of estrogen priming under her belt, Meredith talks through the pain she’s experiencing, updates on third party clearance for Kindbody, and refreshes the “What do we call Michael?” situation. ITEMS MENTIONED: IKEA Klipsk Bed Bed Tray: h…
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Meredith is starting IVF this week! She's taking Estradiol (Estrace) in before shots start next week. Despite some confusion with the Family Building Team at Kindbody, Meredith prepared with IVF organization tips and answers some listener questions. 00:18 - Officially Starting IVF 02:30 - Kindbody Bummer 08:06 - The Nebulosity of April 10:17 - IVF …
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28: Fertile Myrtle (w/ Ariana Madix)
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Ariana Madix (Vanderpump Rules) and Meredith go WAY back - they’ve known each other longer than they haven’t at this point. Ariana has some hot tips for Meredith on the egg retrieval process, talks about why she decided to freeze her eggs, and reproductive panic. Read the accompanying blog post here: https://backupplanpod.com/28-fertile-myrtle-w-ar…
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27: Navigating Family Leave (w/ Diane Gatza)
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Meredith is joined by Diane Gatza to discuss family leave (or maternity leave, or paternity leave...whatever floats your boat). Diane is revolutionizing the way parents-to-be approach the maze of benefits available to them. Whether you're in California or beyond, her insights are invaluable for anyone looking to strategically plan and secure the su…
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Meredith doesn't like talking finances, but she's going to for your benefit! This week is all about the frustration of not being as prepared as she'd like to be, the privileged position she's in because she's raising this baby with her mother, the cost of each medication prescribed for the upcoming egg retrieval, and a quick rant about the state of…
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In this episode, Meredith quickly shares that she made it through Morton's neuroma surgery! Prepping for IVF is imminent... Read the full blog post for this episode. Articles mentioned: Big News: Lala Kent Is Conceiving Her Second Child on Her Own via IUI, and She’s Ready to Destigmatize It, Cosmopolitan CONNECT WITH THE BACKUP PLAN Website: https:…
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It’s a wild time to start IVF right now, so Meredith’s got a stream of consciousness for y’all this week, from rage about Tommy Tuberville’s thoughtlessness to Backup Plan listener reactions. In this episode, Meredith covers: 00:39 - Where she’s currently at in her conception timeline 05:09 - Personal Feelings on the IVF Ruling in Alabama Read the …
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23: You Can Keep Your Underwear On (w/ Baby Daddy Michael)
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Michael has officially frozen sperm for Meredith's impending IVF! The two pals talk about the donation process and the litany of doctor's appointments they had across Los Angeles this week while he was in town. Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be having a baby with my gay best friend.…
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22: Community Kids (w/ Gabi Garland)
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Gabi Garland joins this week to share her single mother journey - from being in an abusive relationship, to losing her partner, to ultimately finding the best version of herself. Gabi is an authenticity coach and podcast producer who provides incredible advice to Meredith as she prepares to start IVF. This episode is available on YouTube! -INFO ON …
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I didn't mean to take another hiatus, but curveballs were thrown! This week you'll hear about my birthday, an attempted break-in, triangulated travel from LA to Orlando to NYC, and my latest fertility updates: revised sperm results, fluctuating AMH levels, and a timeline for cryopreservation and egg retrieval. Support the show --- I'm becoming a si…
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India's Ambassador / High Commissioner to Australia, Manpreet Vohra in the Canberra studio. A candid conversation with the down to earth and remarkable Manpreet Vohra.
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20: My Improv Banker Husband (w/ Mom)
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Meredith's Mom joins this week to talk about her previous and current ideas about IVF, and how she's feeling about Meredith's decision. Talk turns to what could be happening in other multiverses, including the career and passions of Meredith's would-be Orlando spouse. MENTIONS: The Single Greatest Choice Podcast - Season 5 Episode 1 with Kiara Rae …
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19: Don't be a Trevor (w/ Carla Furey)
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Meredith is making a big choice about IVF and is turning to her friend (and artist extraordinaire) Carla Furey for advice and guidance. They recap meeting under the dark shadow of Scandoval and how their friendship has blossomed since then. This is the first episode simultaneously released on YouTube! Check it out here. Carla's Art: WHITE SHADOW AR…
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How to make a LIVING LOVING Coffee, yes! Coffee: Sasa Sestic The Coffee Man
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Sasa was an Olympian turned Coffee Man. He immigrated to Australia, competed in handball in the Olympic Games.Retired from the sport.Found a fascination of making coffee in a bakery.Now, Sasha heads a GLOBAL distribution company...ONA coffee.In 2015 he became the WORLD Barista Champion.He's set up Project Origin which is BETTER than fair-trade!He w…
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18: Whoop, Swoop, and Pull (w/ Whitney)
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WE'RE BACK! Whitney joins this week to ring in 2024 and make sure that Meredith adequately recounts everything that happened in December. This episode has it all: genetic test results, learning the origins of cuckoo clocks, and shifting ideology regarding fertility treatments. What more could you ask for?? A parting note - remember to👆☝️✌️, y'all. …
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17: What About Surrogacy? (w/ Joy Millan)
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Joy of Life Surrogacy founder Joy Millan joins Meredith this week to explain the role a surrogacy agency can play in a conception journey. Follow Meredith's travel adventures on her YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@msmeredithkate Support the show --- I'm becoming a single mother by choice using a known donor; I'm so stoked to be havin…
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Meredith shares the results of her fertility assessments, specifically AFC and AMH levels, from her first round of appointments with Kindbody. Hello Bello 20% off for new customers with code “MEREDITHB“ Kegg Fertility Tracker Support The Backup Plan by purchasing Kegg Trackers at the above link. Kindred Bravely 15% off nursing and maternity wear wi…
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Let's hear it for Kindbody - a company that performs fertility and wellness services in modern, tech-enabled clinics. Meredith had a fantastic call with one of their doctors in the Newport Beach office and made some choices about her fertility journey moving forward - including full diagnostic testing. Hello Bello 20% off for new customers with cod…
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