My guest this week, Amie Mercado, is a Senior Herpetology Care Specialist at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.
She offers a new perspective on being a pregnant animal care specialist. What do zoo guests think when they see a pregnant person doing "dangerous" things? In Amie's case, working with venomous snakes or feeding alligators. In this world of social media, does doing these roles while pregnant open you up to criticism?
Amie helped to organize a conference for iguana specialists last year. As a working mom, she spent a lot of time in and out of work organizing all the details. We talk a bit about how to balance professional opportunities when your children need you. You don't have to justify your decision for how and at what level you are involved, either!
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