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Dr Krystal Wilkinson

@drkryswilkinson.bsky.social
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Academic (work-life & wellbeing at work). Author. Co-founder of The Parent Experience. Ambassador for the Maternal Mental Health Alliance. MCIPD www.mmu.ac.uk/staff/profile/dr-krys…

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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Amazed and so grateful to recieve the Supervisor of the Year Award at the Manchester Metropolitan University Teaching Awards 2026, organised by the Student Union ❤️
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Interested in the parent experience at work? Check out our new venture... www.theparentexperience.com
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Today is The Global Day of Parents and our website is now live for The Parent Experience, a new provision helping employers measure, understand and improve the experience of working parents in their organisation, and those on pathways to parenthood. www.theparentexperience.com #GlobalDayofParents
Printer with a printed page saying 'Introducing... The Parent Experience (*PX) Score. Now Live'
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Pregnancy Loss Research Group @pregnancylossie.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Work–Life Fragility, Dilemmas, and “Gambling” at the Intersection of Fertility Treatment and Employment @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social, Clare Mumford, Michael Carroll onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.... Ping #PLRG_PLACESproject
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Work–Life Fragility, Dilemmas, and “Gambling” at the Intersection of Fertility Treatment and Employment
Infertility is a working age population issue, meaning that many individuals undergoing fertility treatment are also in paid work—having to navigate conflicts between two often “greedy institutions,”...
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Thank you so much for sharing!! We'd love to hear any feedback on the paper, and whether it resonates.
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Awww 🥰
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Delighted to hear that this paper has been accepted for publication in Gender, Work & Organization journal 🥳 'Work-life fragility' at the intersection of fertility treatment and employment. Research funded by The LeverhulmeTrust With Dr Clare Mumford & Dr Michael Carroll
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 31/12/2025
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Incredible day yesterday at the F Word at Work Live & inaugural Fertility Friendly Employer Awards, brought to us by the wonderful Fertility Matters at Work team. Amazing opportunity to share insights from our research ❤️ #NationalFertilityAwarenessWeek
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 12/10/2025
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...
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Krystal's fundraiser for Maternal Mental Health Alliance
Help Krystal Wilkinson raise money to support Maternal Mental Health Alliance
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 01/10/2025
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 · 17/09/2025
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....
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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
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 09/09/2025
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 · 01/09/2025
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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...
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
Hahahaha. The picture that keeps on giving 🙈
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
🤣🤣🤣🙈
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
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 · 22/08/2025
🤣🤣🤣
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Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
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
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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...
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/08/2025
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 · 06/08/2025
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 · 05/08/2025
So great to see this important article live. Very well done Rob 👏
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Dr Robin A Hadley @drrobinhadley1.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
#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...
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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...
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
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...
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Women and Mental Health Issues in STEM Research and Innovation
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
www.theparentgap.co.uk/case-studies...
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PMH at Work Case Study: Manchester Metropolitan University — The Parent Gap
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
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 · 23/05/2025
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 · 10/05/2025
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 · 03/05/2025
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 · 02/05/2025
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 · 28/04/2025
www.theparentgap.co.uk
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.
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
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...
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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
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/04/2025
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...
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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 […]
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 08/04/2025
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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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 31/03/2025
Brilliant to see over 200 people from Equans tuning in this afternoon to a webinar on Women's Health. I'm very thankful for the invitation to present.
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Thank you 😘
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 22/03/2025
Thank you. Very encouraging and helpful discussion.
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
🤣🤣🤣
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Awww you're so amazing Clare!!! 😍 Good luck little hedgehog 🦔
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 20/03/2025
Very grateful for the opportunity to attend a @CIPD and Society of Occupational Medicine reception in Parliament on Tuesday, focused on making women’s and reproductive health at work a key priority.  #HelpWomenThrive
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 19/03/2025
Very grateful to the officials from the Department for Business and Trade for meeting with us (representatives of the Workplace Fertility Campaign Group) yesterday to discuss the needs of workers seeking/undergoing fertility treatment.
Group photo in front of the DBT building in LondonLaptop screen showing the title page of a presentation: 'Workplace Fertility Campaign Group'
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 14/03/2025
Great to deliver a session on Women's Health in the Workplace with the brilliant Professor Carol Atkinson, on behalf of JMW Solicitors.
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 08/03/2025
Thanks Alicia ❤️
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
They've cited our WES paper too @claremumford.bsky.social ❤️
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 07/03/2025
Very grateful to be invited to contribute to this important new Economist Impact article by Emily Tiemann: 'Supporting families: the role of workplace policies in addressing declining birth rates' impact.economist.com/health/suppo...
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Supporting families: the role of workplace policies in addressing declining birth rates
Declining birth rates have become a critical issue in the Asia-Pacific region and pose significant demographic and socioeconomic challenges, urging governments to think creatively about what couples a...
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 05/03/2025
Oooh that's so helpful! Followed ❤️
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
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Working Families on LinkedIn: How can we achieve gender equality for working parents and carers?
“It is my belief that employers have a far better chance of retaining valuable talent if they are open and active in supporting the needs of their workforce…
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 03/03/2025
Grateful to Working Families charity for the opportunity to collaborate on a short LinkedIn article for #InternationalWomensDay I'll attempt to link in the comments ⬇️
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Dr Krystal Wilkinson @drkryswilkinson.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
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