Mariana Santos

Mariana Santos

Hi there, I’m Mariana, a Brazilian-born fertility nurse and women’s health educator. I’ve spent the last decade supporting individuals and couples through their fertility journeys, and I believe that informed, compassionate conversation can change lives. Joining Nestful lets me blend my clinical background with my love of storytelling. When I’m not helping others, I’m dancing samba or tending my balcony garden.

What a Birthday Panda Can Teach Us About Hope, Family, and New Beginnings

Discover the heartwarming story of Bao Li the panda’s 4th birthday and what it reveals about hope and the modern paths to family-building. [...]

Why Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Season 2 Reveal is a Game-Changer for Fertility Conversations

Explore how Jenna Ortega’s candid chat about 'Wednesday' season 2 sparks surprising conversations about fertility and alternative paths to parenthood. [...]

That Time a Fighter Jet Dodged a Flock of Birds — And What It Taught Me About Fertility Journeys

Discover how a close call between a fighter jet and birds mirrors the unexpected twists in fertility journeys, and learn about supportive home insemination options. [...]

The Shocking Impact of Natural Disasters on Family Planning: What Northern India’s Flood Teaches Us

Explore how sudden natural disasters like Northern India’s flash floods influence family planning decisions and fertility journeys, with insights into at-home insemination options amid uncertainty. [...]

Why That Brave Rescue of a Stranded Monkey Reminded Me of Hope in Our Fertility Journeys

Reflecting on a daring animal rescue to draw parallels with the hope and courage needed on our paths to parenthood. [...]

Why The T-Rex World Championship Races Are a Surprising Metaphor for Your Fertility Journey

Discover how the unexpected world of T-Rex racing offers powerful insights and hope for individuals and couples navigating their path toward parenthood. [...]

How Geopolitical Shifts Might Impact Your Journey to Parenthood: A Surprising Analysis

Explore how recent high-profile geopolitical meetings could indirectly influence fertility healthcare access and at-home insemination options. [...]

This Whale-Watching Surprise in Patagonia Holds a Secret for Your Parenthood Journey!

Discover how a whale greeting tourists in Patagonia can inspire and connect to your unique path to parenthood with home insemination kits. [...]

How a Political Summit Could Shake Up Your Fertility Journey (Surprisingly!)

Explore the unexpected ties between global politics, like the Trump-Putin summit, and the personal journeys of fertility and family building. [...]

How a Surprise K-Pop Obsession Unleashes Hope for Every Parenthood Journey

Discover an unexpected source of inspiration for hopeful parents everywhere, sparked by Andy Samberg’s passion for a Netflix hit and what it means for your fertility journey. [...]