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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 13h

I'm doing a personal challenge to hopefully raise some money for the wonderful Maternal Mental Health Alliance 💜
Any support (including shares or words of encouragement) hugely appreciated... 😬
www.justgiving.com/page/krystal...

Krystal's fundraiser for Maternal Mental Health Alliance

Help Krystal Wilkinson raise money to support Maternal Mental Health Alliance

www.justgiving.com

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 11d

Really grateful for the opportunity to contribute an opinion piece on women's health in the workplace for 'Business 4.0' - a magazine from i-invest.
You can subscribe to their website to access the full issue
i-investonline.com

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 25d

Great to see our new publication on 'reproductive capital', led by @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social in a Manchester Metropolitan University news story, in connection with #WorldChildlessWeek
'Workers accessing fertility treatment feel alienated and scrutinised...'
www.mmu.ac.uk/news-and-eve....

Workers accessing infertility treatment feel alienated and scrutinised, says new research

New research has found those accessing infertility treatment can feel alienated and scrutinised in the workplace

www.mmu.ac.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Sep 9

Thanks Rob! Things are improving re. awareness and policies around fertility treatment (here in the UK at least), but we've a way to go I think for the broader issues. Its an area where there is likely to be more pressure on employers though moving forwards I think.

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Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social · Sep 1

link.growkudos.com/1ef8mfv24u8

Workplace fertility dynamics: how "reproductive capital" shapes careers and lives.

Our paper is based on a study that explored the intricate connection between people's diverse fertility journeys, particularly those involving Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), and their workpla...

link.growkudos.com

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 22

Hahahaha. The picture that keeps on giving 🙈

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 22

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 22

One of my friends messaged on Insta and said it looks like I have no legs. Just a floating top/head 🙈

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 22

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Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social · Aug 22

Thank you! Lovely get together for the whole #RCTeam / #TeamRC . Great time #RichmondTeaRooms
Here's our recently published #OpenAccess article #Free to #Download : bit.ly/4frMctw

Frontiers | Reproductive capital: theoretical foundations and empirical evidence from the workplace

IntroductionThe workplace encompasses structural and personal tensions related to both reproduction and non-reproduction, as well as ambiguity and ambivalenc...

bit.ly

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 22

So lovely to get the whole 'Complex Fertility Journeys and Employment' team together - in person for the first time(!!!) - to celebrate the publication of the latest paper (led by the brilliant @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social)
With @claremumford.bsky.social & Michael Carroll.
#ReproductiveCapital

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 6

Really happy to be shortlisted for the Citizenship Award in the Manchester Metropolitan University #StaffAwards2025 🥰 This relates to work with Professional Services colleagues on new staff wellbeing resources around #fertility #pregnancyloss #neonatalcare & #perinatalmentalhealth

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Aug 5

So great to see this important article live. Very well done Rob 👏

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Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social · Aug 5

#Free #OpenAccess #Article exploring the socioeconomic & structural factors shaping people's reproductive choices & outcomes #Fertility #Eugenics #Bourdieu @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social @britsoci.bsky.social
@frontiersmedia.bsky.social @mmudecentwork.bsky.social
www.frontiersin.org/journals/soc...

Frontiers | Reproductive capital: theoretical foundations and empirical evidence from the workplace

IntroductionThe workplace encompasses structural and personal tensions related to both reproduction and non-reproduction, as well as ambiguity and ambivalenc...

www.frontiersin.org

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Jun 27

Great to see the website live with resources from our @edicaucus.bsky.social funded research on the work and career experiences of women in STEM roles with mental health issues.
PI Professor Dulini Fernando. Co-I Professor Elina Meliou
#MentalHealth #STEM #EDI
www.aston.ac.uk/research/bss...

Women and Mental Health Issues in STEM Research and Innovation

www.aston.ac.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Jun 10

www.theparentgap.co.uk/case-studies...

PMH at Work Case Study: Manchester Metropolitan University — The Parent Gap

www.theparentgap.co.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Jun 10

Extremely #McrMetProud of this!!!
@ManMetUni is featured as a Case Study for The Parent Gap, the new provision for employers from the Maternal Mental Health Alliance & PANDAS Foundation. Link in comments...
#perinatalmentalhealth

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · May 23

Very excited to get these new The Parent Gap business cards!! 😍
Check out the new resource for supporting the mental health of new & expectant parents at work:
www.theparentgap.co.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · May 10

Proud to play a small part in vital awareness raising around perinatal mental health, contributing to a piece on BBC Morning Live yesterday
#maternalmentalhealthawarenessweek #MMHAW25

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · May 3

Excited to be speaking at the @CIPD Festival of Work on 11-12 June 2025 in London 🎉

Our session is: 'Supporting wellbeing across different generations of the workforce'

🎟️ Claim your free ticket today: www.festivalofwork.com?utm_source=K...

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · May 2

Wonderful discussion yesterday at the Pro-Manchester event on Parental Mental Health: Supporting Parents in the Modern Workplace. Wonderful opportunity to raise awareness around perinatal mental health & work ahead of #MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Apr 28

www.theparentgap.co.uk

The Parent Gap

A new learning and certification pathway, designed by experts, to close the gap in mental health support at work for new parents and carers: from pregnancy, to birth and beyond.

www.theparentgap.co.uk

Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Apr 28

I'm extremely grateful to People Management magazine for the opportunity to write an opinion piece on parental mental health at work, and the launch of The Parent Gap.
Link to TPG in comments ⬇️
#MaternalMentalHealthAwarenessWeek
www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1915...

How does your organisation support employees’ perinatal mental health?

Krystal Wilkinson explains how her own experiences and research led to the development of a new free resource to help employers improve support in this area

www.peoplemanagement.co.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Apr 22

Excited to be joining a ProManchester event on the important topic of Parental Mental Health on 1st May, just before Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week 💜
Really great panel of experts.
www.pro-manchester.co.uk/event/matern...

Parental Mental Health: Supporting Parents in the Modern Workplace - pro-manchester

Join Us for an Essential Conversation on Parental Mental Health in the Workplace In the lead-up to Maternal Mental Health […]

www.pro-manchester.co.uk

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · Apr 8

Really pleased to see this on the front page of Manchester Met Uni intranet. They're offering full pay! Proud to have contributed to accompanying guidance for managers on supporting staff with babies in neonatal care and/or affected by perinatal mental health issues.
#NeonatalCareAct

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