For The Love of Kids

By Stephanie Jane Bennett

When you suddenly find that the centre of your universe is your child, your whole life shifts. Your days, your nights, your relationships, your behaviour and most noticeably yourself.

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The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.

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November 01, 2023 #E3: Trailer - Leadership lessons, being more than just a mum, & freelancing for the win - with Dr Katie Best
Steph talks with Dr. Katie Best about lessons in leadership for parents and employers alike, why she's more than just a mum and how freelancing gave her freedom, flexibility and balance as a working mum.

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October 19, 2023 #E2: Surrogacy, two under three, my husband and me - Featuring Jonathan Kirkby
Steph talks with Jonathan Kirkby about his journey to parenthood via surrogacy and the joys and challenges of raising two kids under three with his husband.
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As a teen in the 90s I was hugely influenced by the notion of girl power, going after whatever I wanted and believing it could be possible to achieve it.
So when the traditional options of becoming a parent looked bleak, I took matters into my own hands and explored other options.
Now a proud solo mama thanks to the wonders of science, I know there are so many other routes to parenthood.
I considered fertility treatment, adoption and even fostering on my journey but something I hadn’t considered for myself was surrogacy. But my guest today did. Not once, but twice. And his journey began at the height of the pandemic.
Jonathan Kirkby, managing director and co-founder of award-winning communications agency Instinct PR here in London, has been at the heart of successful parenting campaigns for the past ten years. There’s not a journalist or influencer with children under ten he hasn’t worked with.
But he’s the first to admit that now with two kids under two, he’s more inspired than ever to deliver evermore brilliant campaigns, because as a parent himself now he gets exactly what’s needed by the amazing brands he works with every day.
Join us now as we chat about Jonathan’s incredible surrogacy journey, how his life has evolved and why he’s so passionate to spread awareness about the many routes to parenthood there are to explore.
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Learn more about surrogacy:
https://www.mysurrogacyjourney.com/ https://www.worldwidesurrogacy.org/
Learn more about fertility treatment and donors:
https://www.cryosinternational.com/ https://www.europeanspermbank.com/https://www.carefertility.com/
And for more information on surrogacy, IVF, adoption and donor insemination via the NHS in the UK:
https://www.nhs.uk/pregnancy/having-a-baby-if-you-are-lgbt-plus/ways-to-become-a-parent-if-you-are-lgbt-plus/
Follow For the Love of Kids on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/loveofkidspodcast/
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October 19, 2023 #E2: Trailer - Surrogacy, two under three, my husband and me. Featuring Jonathan Kirkby.
Steph talks with Jonathan Kirkby about his journey to parenthood via surrogacy and the joys and challenges of raising two kids under three with his husband.

Follow For the Love of Kids on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/loveofkidspodcast/

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July 13, 2023 #E1: The Pursuit of Parenthood, Becoming a Mama and Solo Parenting
Hi I'm Stephanie Jane Bennett, founder and host of this podcast, 'For the Love of Kids'.
In my first episode I'm coming to you solo to share my story about how I almost didn't become a mama at all, the challenges I faced and overcame, and why I became a solo parent in my forties.
It was a bit of an emotional ride for me recording this episode as I'm now two years into motherhood. Reflecting on how I got here to share my story with you reminded me of just how far I've come. An important reminder to myself that no matter how challenging a journey like this may be, the rewards make everything worthwhile.
On the flip side of achieving my life long goal though, the world looks quite different to the one I knew now. Which is why I'm making this podcast.
In future episodes I'll be guests from all walks of life, who are parents to talk about parenting styles, obstacles and the fun stuff too. As well as non-parents and the way in which their lives change too, for better or for worse, when their friends, colleagues and family members become parents and their relationships pivot, adapt or even end.
There's a lot to talk about when it comes to parenting!
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If you enjoyed this episode and want to chat, would like to be a guest yourself or want to see more, follow For the Love of Kids - Instagram and drop me a DM.

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July 01, 2023 Introducing ‘For the Love of Kids’
The parenting podcast that looks at how we navigate parenthood from all sides of life.
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FAQs about For The Love of Kids:

How many episodes does For The Love of Kids have?

The podcast currently has 15 episodes available.