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Rachel Shapiro
Rachel Shapiro lives with her husband, son, and puppy in NYC. She is the Arts Director for Manhattan's K-12 public schools. She is a former Juilliard-trained classical violist, teaching artist, and professional educator. After four years of personal experience, she has become a self-taught expert on all things infertile. Learn more about her and what she has learned at PatientsandPersistence.net.
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