Parento Library

Parento Pod: Drop-in Hour for Expecting and New Parents
2024-05-23 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-16 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-05-02 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-25 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-18 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-04-04 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-03-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
This Parento Pod is a community space for new parents and parents-to-be. Meet with peers, ask questions of a postpartum specialist, and create your community of support.

This is a safe space for parenting together. There is no judgment and no wrong way to show up – messy buns, spit up on your shoulder 0r work attire. All 100% appropriate.

Drop in once or make it a regular part of your week. Partners and babies welcome!

Thursdays 3pm ET / 12pm PT

Building Resilience in Kids
2024-05-17 13:00 - 14:00
One of the most valuable skills a parent can cultivate in their child is resilience—the capacity to rebound from setbacks stronger and more resourceful. In this workshop, we’ll explore why shielding children from difficulties might hinder their growth and how facing challenges head-on fosters resilience.
What You’ll Gain:

Understanding Resilience
The Role of Adversity
The Pitfalls of Overparenting
Strategies for Support
Promoting Autonomy
Navigating Technology’s Impact

Leave equipped with strategies to balance your protective instincts with opportunities for your child to face and overcome challenges, ensuring they grow into resilient, capable adults ready to tackle life’s ups and downs.
Presented by Mariel Benjamin LCSW, Cooper
Mariel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience at Mount Sinai Medical Center working with families and children. She is the Director of Groups at Cooper, and mom to 2 young children. www.yourcooper.com
Register to save your seat: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0tf-mtqDwsEtwV93IwTdJ1joesaerFAnuL

Leadership Power Hour: Postpartum Anxiety and Depression at Work
2024-05-07 14:00 - 15:00
Return to work doesn’t mean recovered! With 1 in 5 moms and 1 in 10 dads struggling with postpartum anxiety and depression, many parents return to work still struggling with their mental health. What can organizations do to support employees as parents, professionals, and individuals?

Power Hours are interactive workshops that allow leaders to share ideas and receive take-aways that they can use to make an impact from day 1.

May 7, 2pm-3pm ET / 11am-12pm PT
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Understanding PMADS: Emotional complications in new parents
2024-05-02 14:00 - 14:30
Let’s kick off mental health month with a frank conversation about the #1 complication of pregnancy and birth: perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs).

Exploring parental mental health may not seem like the most exciting aspect of preparing for parenthood, but it’s undeniably crucial. With 1 in 5 moms and 1 in 10 fathers struggling with PMADs, it is important to understand the risks, signs, and options.

Learn the essentials, including risk factors and symptoms that will help you prepare with resilience and confidence. We’ll also discuss PMAD screeners and strategies to find support if needed.

Don’t miss this opportunity to prioritize mental health for a smoother transition into parenthood.
Save your seat today!
May 2, 2pm-2:30pm ET / 11am-11:03am PT

Deep Dive: Why Employers Need to Hire Parents
2024-04-30 14:00 - 14:30
Delphine Carter of Boulo joins Amanda Hemm and Tiarra Hamlett to talk about the MVP of organizations – the parents! We’ll be exploring how parents can leverage their “Power Skill” (no longer soft skills), the joys and challenges of working with working parents, why companies should hire parents, and so much more.
Delphine Carter is the CEO and founder of Boulo and proud working Mom. Throughout her career, she has hone her skill in building exceptional teams at top companies. however, she faced a challenge: a lack of diverse candidates and uninspiring resumes. Delphine’s pivotal moment arrived when she discovered the untapped potential among working mothers, inspiring the creation of Boulo – a platform empowering these “carpool geniuses” to chase fulfilling careers while prioritizing family commitments.

Parento Deep Dives
Join us on Instagram as we break down conversations around parenting, legislation, work-life balance, and more. These live chats are 30-45 minute intimate conversations with our Director of Parent Experience, Amanda Hemm and a guest speaker. Watch live at 2pm ET on the last Tuesday of the month or see the replay on our feed. https://www.instagram.com/parentoleave/

Buffering Against Burnout: Sanity Saving Strategies for Spring
2024-04-17 14:00 - 14:30
Spring brings a frenetic energy that is both energizing and overwhelming. You are showing up for all the things – end of school activities, sports, playdates – and wondering when to fit in yourself and your career.
In this interactive workshop you will learn small ways to make a big difference when buffering against burnout.
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Registered attendees will receive helpful resources and a recording of the webinar.

LinkedIn Live with Boulo: Redefining Parental Leave
2024-04-10 13:00 - 13:30
Join Abigail Kidd of Parento and Delphine Carter of Boulo for an engaging discussion on the advantages of parental leave and flexible work hours for both parents and businesses.
We’ll explore key topics, such as:
– Misconceptions about parental leave policies
– Significant benefits of hiring parents
– Transferable skills gained from parenthood
Uncover strategies for fostering a workplace culture that champions the well-being of working parents. Don’t miss this event—secure your spot now!

Prepared Parenting: Demystifying the early weeks at home
2024-04-03 14:00 - 14:30
If babies sleep 16 hours a day, why are parents so tired? And other questions you will be happy to know before the baby arrives. In this webinar, postpartum doula and coach, Amanda Hemm, will share what to expect during the first few weeks with your new baby. Explore questions like:

What does a typical day at home with a newborn include?
They eat how many times a day?!?!
If babies sleep 16 hrs a day, why are parents so tired?
Where do I find that instruction manual?

Save your seat by registering today!
Registered attendees will receive bonus resources and a recording of the webinar after the event.
