Who Am I Now? Parenthood, IVF & Identity with Michelle Salerno

from Fresh Perspectives · host Rachel Lauren

Send us Fan MailWhat happens to your sense of self when becoming a new parent, especially when the journey to parenthood isn't what you thought it would be?In this episode, I sit down with my friend & new mom Michelle Salerno for an honest conversation about parenthood, IVF and identity.Michelle opens up about the identity shift that hit when her daughter Sadie was born, what it felt like to return to work as a new mom, and why going through IVF forced her to give up control in ways she never expected. We also get into how Michelle is approaching work-life balance, and why she choses to sit in discomfort instead of looking for silver linings.If you're a new parent, thinking about starting a family, or navigating any season of life that is playing out differently than you thought, this episode is for you.

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