In this episode, Leslie Schrock joins as a guest to discuss her experiences with fertility and pregnancy. Leslie is an author and angel investor who works at the intersection of health and technology, and has written two books on the topic: "Bumpin'" and "Fertility Rules". Leslie shares her personal journey of trying to conceive, including the challenges she faced and the successes she had. The conversation also delves into common experiences and challenges related to fertility and pregnancy, and the importance of discussing these topics more openly. The latest clinical research on fertility and pregnancy is discussed, as well as practical advice for those trying to conceive or currently pregnant. Leslie shares her thoughts on the role of technology and innovation in improving fertility and pregnancy outcomes. The episode concludes with a recap of the key takeaways and information on where to find Leslie's books and learn more about her work.
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Leslie Schrock is an author and angel investor working at the convergence of health and technology. Her breakout hit, Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy mixes the latest clinical research with practical advice for working families. Her second book, Fertility Rules, (Simon Element, Spring 2023) publishes in June and addresses male and female fertility. Leslie is an investor in Caribou, Roon, Pangea, Tonal, Perchwell, Legacy, Kinfield, and dbt Labs (and others), an advisor to Maven, Alife, Origin, Oath, and Reverance. She is also on Gameto’s bioethics board, and the board of advisors at the Moody School of Communication at her alma mater, The University of Texas at Austin. Leslie was named one of Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, and her work has been featured in The Economist, Fortune, NPR, Time, GQ, CNBC, Forbes, Wired, and The New York Times.
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