Unique Working Parent Experience: Adopting on the Job

[Madeline E. Smith]

I’m thrilled to share that I’m featured in the latest episode of The Learners Podcast, as part of their series on working parents. As an adoptive parent, my journey to motherhood was unique. On the podcast, I discuss the emotional rollercoaster of my adoption journey, the challenges of planning parental leave with an unknown timeline, and how support from my team here at Cisco has been instrumental to my experience.

I’ve shared more details on LinkedIn, and I’d love for you to check it out and listen to the full episode here:

• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Spotify
• Apple Podcasts

If any of you are considering adoption or simply want to learn more about my experiences, please feel free to reach out. I’m more than happy to share what I’ve learned and support anyone interested in this path.

[nallon]

Love this Madeline - "support from my team here at Cisco has been instrumental to my experience". Can't wait to listen 

[Vivien Chia]

Hi @Madeline E. Smith, it's so courageous to take on this journey as well as sharing the story! Thanks for offering the support to others.

[Gus L. D.]

Congratulations @Madeline E. Smith !  Very inspiring your story. Thank you for sharing it with us. 

I wish you and your family all the best.

Best Regards,

Gus 

[liviu.gheorghe]

Thank you @Madeline E. Smith for sharing your amazing story with us. I wish you and your family all the best.

[Gabriela Godoi do Prado]

Love it! Thanks for sharing @Madeline E. Smith !