Show Notes
In this episode, I’m joined by Jessica Bourke, also known as The Fertility Detective. With over 20 years of experience, Jessica supports people through the challenges of trying to conceive, infertility, and pregnancy loss. We talk about how she came into this work, the support she offers, and the common struggles her clients face. Jessica also shares her thoughts on why it's so important to speak up for yourself throughout this journey, from getting the right care to having your needs recognised. We also talk about the urgent need for paid miscarriage leave in Ireland, and gently invite you to support this by signing the petition linked in the show notes. This episode touches on sensitive topics like miscarriage and fertility struggles so please listen with care. If this episode felt helpful, please share it with someone who might need it. And if you’d like to listen to more, don’t forget to follow or subscribe.
Link for paid miscarriage leave in Ireland is below. Every signature helps raise awareness and bring this much needed change closer to becoming a reality. https://www.change.org/p/mandate-paid-leave-for-miscarriage-prior-to-24-weeks-in-ireland You’ll find Jessica on Instagram and you can learn more about the support she offers on her website.
A list of support resources is provided below for those seeking additional support and guidance at this time. 💛 If this episode resonated with you, I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments on Spotify. Sharing, rating or reviewing the podcast really helps these conversations reach more people.
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