In this episode, Jen shares the origin story of Her Herd, which was sparked by her 2019 miscarriage amidst bushfires and her realization of the massive health gaps between city and rural maternity care. Jen and her guest-host navigate the "authentic mess" of motherhood and ADHD while discussing their current fertility journeys, including the emotional toll of hormone treatments and the pressure of being vulnerable in the public eye.

Jen reflects candidly on her harrowing pregnancy with Charlie, a journey marked by passing kidney stones at 28 weeks, battling influenza, and a stressful C-section that resulted in Charlie spending time in special care. The conversation also dives into the heavy weight of advocacy, the hidden financial costs of rural healthcare, and Jen’s hope for a "redemption arc" as she balances her clinical practice with her own family’s needs. Strap in for a conversation that is real, raw, and sometimes ugly, highlighting why your postcode should never dictate the care you receive.

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