The circle of academic mamas
Mirta
Meet Mirta, a (at the time of creating this post: soon-to-be) mother of two, a lecturer in Psychology at the University of London, and a strong role model for women both inside and outside of academia.
I invite you to read this inspiring and beautifully written insights into Mirta's life, covering motherhood, stubbornness, academia, and many more.
Gabriela Clara
Gabriela is a glaciologist, a mother and a powerful role model for women in academia.
This is a story of pursuing your passion, trusting your instincts and timing, and a shining example of how it is possible to successfully navigate academic life and motherhood.
Ksenia
Ksenia is a mother, an academic and a Vienna-based yoga teacher for scientists.
In this interview, she candidly discusses her academic journey, mental health in academia, all the joys of motherhood, and, through her own example, the importance of living authentically.
PhDad: Ivan
This time we have an interview with an Academic Mama Dad: Ivan Sekulić.
As millennial fathers are becoming fully included in parenting, I believe that hearing their voice, struggles and experiences really contributes in reshaping societal perceptions of fatherhood and creates more inclusive, empathetic, and supportive environment for all parents.
Ana Laura
Ana Laura manages a multitude of roles: she's a mother, a PhD student specializing in Environmental Studies and Sustainability, and a yoga teacher based in Mexico City.
In this inspiring interview, she shares her daily life as a mother who become pregnant at the very beginning of her PhD.