Prepared Parenting: Essential Newborn Care
2024-06-19 13:00 - 14:00 UTC, 2024-08-07 19:00 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
In this class, we’ll cover everything you need to know to confidently care for your newborn while also prioritizing your own recovery journey as a birth parent – or supporting your partner as she recovers. From diaper changes to soothing techniques, feeding tips, and self-care strategies, we’ve got you covered.

New to parenting? Don’t worry – we’ll provide you with the knowledge and skills to navigate this exciting time with ease and confidence.

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Parento Pod: Building Capacity & Confidence at Work and Home
2024-06-20 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-06-27 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Welcome to “Building Capacity & Confidence at Work and Home,” a transformative 4-week group coaching program designed to empower parents like you to thrive both at home and in the workplace.

If you’re feeling stretched thin and craving the skills and strategies to unlock your full potential, you’re in the right place.

Led by a seasoned parent coach, this program takes a strengths-based approach, focusing on using the skills you already have and building from there. Get ready to boost your confidence, build your capacity, and create a life where you can shine both at work and home.
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Parento Pod: Drop-in Hour for Expecting and New Parents
2024-06-20 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-06-27 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax)
Welcome to Parento’s Drop-in Hour, a welcoming space for expectant parents and those who have recently welcomed their little ones into the world!

Led by a postpartum doula and parent coach, this group is your go-to destination for support, knowledge, and resources as you navigate the journey of parenthood. Whether you have burning questions, need a listening ear, or simply crave connection with others who understand, join us as we cheer you on through this incredible adventure.

Thursdays 3pm ET / 12pm PT

Prepared Parenting: Master Newborn Feeding
2024-06-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Welcome to our comprehensive workshop on newborn feeding!

Whether you’re planning to breastfeed, bottle-feed, or a combination of both, we’ve got you covered. In this session, we’ll dive into the ins and outs of feeding your newborn, including breastfeeding techniques, bottle-feeding tips, and pumping strategies. Plus, we’ll discuss common challenges and what to do if you encounter difficulties along the way.

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Parento Pod: Building Sustainable Foundations as a Working Parent
2024-07-26 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-07-26 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-02 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-09 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-08-23 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax)
Does working parenthood feel like a juggling act and some days you’ve got it and some days you don’t? We’ve all been there!

In this 4 week Pod, we will be exploring what it means to thrive as an individual and professional working parent. You’ll gain valuable insight, find community, and identify strategies that you can implement right away as you build strong foundations that will support you for years to come.

Parento Pods are virtual group coaching cohorts for parents who want to build connections with others, hear different perspectives, and create a community of support. Sessions are led by expert parent coach, Amanda Hemm.

What to expect:

Weekly zoom calls with facilitated conversation
Handy resources sent out after the call to support the topic of the week
Supportive community of working parents just like you
A sense of confidence that you can thrive at work and home

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Deep Dive: Healthy Families with Kelly McGinnis
2024-07-30 14:00 - 14:30 UTC
Join us on LinkedIn Live for a lively conversation with Kelly McGinnis of Incredible Family. We’ll be exploring questions about what it means to have a healthy family and how to determine what that is for you. Questions like “How do you find positive parenting role models and filter out the noise of unwanted advice?” and “What’s up with this unattainable concept of “balance” and is there another model that we can replace it with?” will certainly be discussed.
This Month’s Guest: Kelly McGinnis has a passion for helping families, specifically moms. She spent the last 20 years educating, encouraging, and empowering families to be their best self and trust their strengths. She is a Certified Gottman educator, Emotion coach, and Certified Positive Parent Strengths coach. She has a passion for supporting parents, coaches, and families through the various transitions that take place along the parenting journey. She is also one of the Founders and CEO of Incredible Family, an organization committed to unleashing potential in working parents and families through developing strengths.

Thriving at Work and Home
2024-07-31 14:00 - 14:30 (America/Halifax)
It’s no secret that being a parent and a professional – all while maintaining a sense of self – is not easy! One minute you’ve got it, and the next minute, well, you know the feeling.
In this interactive workshop, caregivers of all ages and stages will identify the obstacles they face, share ideas and resources for overcoming them, and learn simple steps forward. At the end, each parent will commit to taking one action step that can start to make a difference today.
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Leadership Power Hour: Creating a Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace
2024-08-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Halifax)
August is Breastfeeding Awareness Month. Join us for a Leadership Power Hour to pump up your lactation supportive practices and policies. Designed specifically for HR leaders and company executives, join us to learn about the health benefits for mothers and babies, the positive impact on employee well-being and productivity, and your legal responsibilities.

Discover key components to consider when developing and implementing a lactation policy, refreshing lactation spaces, and welcoming breastfeeding parents back to work. Engage with industry experts and participate in a Q&A session to address your specific needs and concerns.

PRESENTERS
Amanda Hemm, Parento
Amy VanHaren, pumpspotting
Aimee Blanchard Parsons, Ogletree

The Parental Leave Summit
2024-09-12 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax)
Let’s get loud about paid parental leave

This is the first summit dedicated exclusively to parental leave, gathering thought leaders and disruptors to advance working parent policies.

💃 And yes, it’s free for everyone!
We’ve designed two tracks of programming, one for parents and individuals, and one for HR, decision-makers, brokers, and advocates.

This is an ACTION summit: attendees can expect ACTIONABLE workshops, with tangible takeaways and next steps they can implement after each session.

Learn more: https://www.parentoleave.com/summit

Prepared Parenting: Power Up Your Parental Leave
2024-09-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-11-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Parental leave is not vacation! Nor is it time for a career pause. With the right tools, parental leave can be an opportunity for personal and professional growth.

In this workshop you’ll start using the Parento Pathways – a comprehensive tool designed to help you be prepared at work and home. Chock full of information, templates, and checklists, let Pathways be your guide from announcing your leave all the way through your return to work.

This workshop is designed for expectant parents. Partners are always welcome.

Register here

Prepared Parenting: Essentials of Newborn Care
2024-09-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
In this session, we’ll cover everything you need to know to confidently care for your newborn while also prioritizing your own recovery journey as a birth parent – or supporting your partner as she recovers. From diaper changes to soothing techniques, feeding tips, and self-care strategies, we’ve got you covered. Join us for an informative and supportive session where we’ll empower you with the knowledge and skills to navigate this exciting time with ease and confidence.

This workshop is designed for expectant parents. Partners are always welcome.

Register here

Raising Independent Kids with Confidence
2024-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
As a parent, we aim to “raise kids who don’t need parents”. Although they will always need us in many ways, it is important to foster independence in children, ensuring they grow up capable and confident. Join us as we discuss the strategies for teaching perseverance, letting kids make mistakes, and providing opportunities for boredom.

We’ll cover the very real pressure that parents feel to make sure kids are taking advantage of every opportunity and the challenges that brings. Learn effective techniques to help your children become resilient, self-sufficient, and prepared for the future.

This workshop is designed for parents of all ages and stages. Partners are always welcome.
Register here

Prepared Parenting: Master Newborn Feeding
2024-10-02 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Welcome to our comprehensive workshop on newborn feeding! Whether you’re planning to breastfeed, bottle-feed, or a combination of both, we’ve got you covered. In this session, we’ll dive into the ins and outs of feeding your newborn, including breastfeeding techniques, bottle-feeding tips, and pumping strategies. Plus, we’ll discuss common challenges and what to do if you encounter difficulties along the way.

This workshop is designed for expectant parents. Partners are always welcome.
Register here

New Parent Group: Ask Me Anything
2024-10-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Got questions? Of course you do! Every day brings a new experience, milestone, or stage.
Looking to connect with other new parents? This is the space to do it!
Facilitated by Amanda Hemm, a trained postpartum doula, lactation educator, and parental leave coach, this weekly meet-up is a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can talk about the emotions and logistics – and ask all your questions – about becoming a parent.
Open to all expecting and new parents!
Come when you can, as you are. Babies & partners welcome.
Join via Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89530560024?pwd=[REDACTED]

Prepared Parenting: Build Your Nurturing Network
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
You’ve heard “it takes a village to raise a child” or “we aren’t meant to parent alone” but what does that actually mean and how does it work in real life?

In this workshop, discover ways to prepare for your transition to parenthood that brings confidence and peace of mind in a way that is not at all overwhelming. Learn where you might need help, how to ask for it, and who to ask. Outline your network and identify areas to strengthen before your little one arrives.

This workshop is designed for expectant parents. Partners are always welcome.
Register here

New Parent Group / Ask Me Anything
2024-10-10 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-10-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)

Parento Pod: Open to All Parents
2024-10-18 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-01 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-11-15 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
“I wish there were more opportunities to just real talk with other parents”
I hear this at the end of every Parento Pod. So we’ve created this Open Pod as a space to do just that:
The goal of this Open Pod is simply to connect, share ideas, bring questions about working or parenting, and build community. While it won’t have an agenda there is no shortage of topics we can dive into! I’ll hold space every other Friday at 1pm ET / 10am PT and who ever is able to drop in is welcome!
Join us on Zoom
Questions? Email Amanda at amanda@parentoleave.com
