The Right Time
LISTEN TO THE FULL SHOW – #131
Being a mom is hard, that’s for sure. Being a mom with a career, however, is another animal entirely. Susan Packard uses the lessons she has learned over the years to help women get a leg up in their work lives, without sacrificing their families. And speaking of families, we invite Dr. Shefali Shastri to talk with us about what you can do to start yours, whether it’s right now or years down the road.
Segment 1: Insider Info
Segment 2: Human Connection
Segment 3: The Next Chapter
Segment 4: Trends in Infertility 2016
Segment 5: Frozen in Time
Segment 6: Embryo Screening
Insider Info | SEGMENT 1 | #131
After a lifetime of working in the media industry, Susan Packard (@PackardSusan) brings her life lessons and expert advice to millions with her book “New Rules of the Game: 10 Strategies for Women in the Workplace.” Working for HBO, NBC, and finally Scripps Networks Interactive has given her a valuable perspective on life, careers, and motherhood.
Human Connection | SEGMENT 2 | #131
We all know that friendships are precious, but they are often pushed to the wayside when your career and children take higher priority. Susan Packard (@PackardSusan), author of “10 Strategies for Women in the Workplace” shares her take on the importance of treasuring female friendships in your working life.
The Next Chapter | SEGMENT 3 | #131
What would you do after retiring from a company you’ve been with for 16 years? Would you relax, or maybe go on a vacation? Well, if you’re Susan Packard (@PackardSusan), you write a book! Susan discusses her inspiration and goals in writing “10 Strategies for Women in the Workplace.”
Trends in Infertility 2016 | SEGMENT 4 | #131
More than 7-million men and women suffer from infertility. Dr. Shefali Shastri from the world renowned Reproductive Medicine Associates of New Jersey (@RMANJ) joins us to share the findings of a yearly survey, Trends in Infertility. Her hope is that reports like this one will help clear up misconceptions and educate people on a topic that is often not very well understood.
Frozen in Time | SEGMENT 5 | #131
For a long time, women struggled with the question of career versus family. When time is working against you, the pressure to decide is enormous…But what if you could freeze time? According to Dr. Shefali Shastri (@RMANJ), one of the best options for women who are afraid they might miss their window is to freeze their eggs. Listen in to find out more about this procedure.
Embryo Screening | SEGMENT 6 | #131
Genetic testing can help prevent the anguish that comes with having a child born with a gene disorder or an inherited disease. Dr. Shefali Shastri (@RMANJ) has the details on what genetic testing can do for you and your family in the making.