More than a template


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A template is a great starting point, which is why I LOVE seeing people like you get the postpartum planning template and be intentional about starting conversations with your partner and planning for the big changes ahead.

What I've found now from working with hundreds of couples and new parents is that we go through similar rhythms and seasons, but need different tools and approaches to ride the waves.

That's why I offer Prep for Us.

I have room for 2 more couples to start with me the week of August 9th.

We'll spend 6 weeks covering the most important topics to set the culture, intention, and teamwork that you'll use to bring this baby into the world. Here is exactly what this program looks like.

1. Each week you get a 30 min training video and reflection guide from me. You'll carve out time with your partner to go through the training, pause for your personal reflections, and have conversations that get you on the same page and talking about the things that will truly make a difference in your parenting, teamwork + connection.

2. Each week you'll have a 60-minute session with me (after you do your training module). In this session, we'll dig deeper into your reflections; I'll facilitate practices and conversation so you can get clear and kind with one another about your goals, desires, patterns, habits, etc. In this session, I'll gather the information to create a tool you can practically use.

3. After our session, I'll deliver to you a synopsis of our time together (key themes, things you said you wanted to do and commit to, appreciations for one another, etc.), and you'll also get your customized resource of the week (see this post for real examples!)

4. All of this will live in a Google Drive you will keep and can use as needed once baby comes.

You're never going to be totally prepared for a baby.
They come with their own timelines, tendencies, etc.

But you can have the structure in place to ride the waves together as a team with shared language, agreements, expectations, and strong communication and connection patterns that get you through the highs and lows.

Will you survive without Prep for Us? Probably.
Is there a reason divorce and relationship dissatisfaction is exeptionally high after a baby? Yes.
Will Prep for Us put you ahead of the curve and ready to be a team that knows how to love one another and work together with the uncertainties? Yes- and this is one of the best gifts you can give your baby.

I'll be supporting a few new couples starting August 9th, and I hope one of them is you.
Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdfo4X3b12cN0FuRaL44csGfup-STFlDdExfyLEwRUFuT3Fxw/viewform?usp=send_form

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I help expecting and new parents improve their communication skills, connection points, and confidence through relationship road mapping so they can enjoy the life they've built together.

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