Parental Leave
Coaching
The Parental Leave You Never Thought You Could Have Is Possible!
Calling all freelancers, small business owners, entrepreneurs, and self-employed folks:
If you’re pregnant, adopting or fostering, you probably know you need a plan for your business while you bond with your new child. Yet, it can feel overwhelming at the thought of what that plan might be, am I right?
When you’re your own boss, the thought of stepping away from your business for even a moment can feel impossible. From the day-to-day tasks to long term project planning and managing clients on top of that, it’s easy to feel like you can’t be replaced and even harder to imagine someone else being able to fill your shoes in your absence.
What if I told you there is a way to strategically plan a 3 to 6 month parental leave, so you can reduce career and financial stress in advance of your transition into parenthood?
What if you could make a strategic return to work to support your capacity as a new parent - because it’s not just about taking a leave but having a business to return to as well.
What if your parental leave was actually the catalyst to take your business to the next level that you’ve been thinking about but haven’t implemented yet?
What if your parental leave is a test to see how your business can run without you?
That’s where I come in.
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Hi! I’m Jen
I work with clients one-on-one just like you, to guide you through the steps of carving time away from your business so you can bond with your baby. I bring my years of experience as a self-employed business owner, a former doula of 15 years who's helped hundreds of families through the transition of new parenthood, and being a mom of two. Having planned two maternity leaves myself, I'm here to help you create your own, self-funded parental leave.
Planning a self-funded parental leave starts with understanding the unique rhythms of self-employment. Unlike traditional workers, business owners and freelancers must build their own safety nets, often without employer-provided benefits. A thoughtful approach blends savings strategies, expense forecasting, and a clear timeline for stepping away from client work or operations. The groundwork laid before baby arrives can make the difference between a stressed transition and a grounded one, allowing new parents to focus on bonding rather than financial uncertainty during those precious first weeks and months together.
One-on-one coaching offers a judgment-free space to talk openly about money, especially the fears and questions many people feel pressure to hide. A supportive counselor understands that finances often carry emotional weight shaped by past experiences, family history, or the unique challenges of running a business. Through honest conversation and personalized guidance, clients can build practical skills like budgeting, distinguishing needs from wants, and creating spending plans that align with both immediate goals and long-term visions for their households and careers.
Financial foundations are built step by step, beginning with the basics and growing toward larger milestones. Early stages often focus on establishing an emergency fund, organizing accounts, and getting clear on income and outflows. As stability grows, attention can shift toward longer-term goals like retirement savings, buying a home, or planning for a child's education. Each milestone matters, and laying the groundwork with intention helps ensure that the financial life a person builds can support the life they actually want to live, both now and into the future.
Virtual financial counseling brings expertise directly to clients wherever they are, removing barriers of geography, scheduling, and the discomfort some feel about visiting an office. Sessions conducted through secure online platforms allow for the same depth of conversation and personalized strategies, with the added comfort of engaging from home. This approach reflects a broader understanding that meaningful financial change happens when people feel safe, heard, and equipped with knowledge they can actually implement with confidence in their daily lives.
1:1 Parental Leave Coaching is for you if:
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You’re currently pregnant and in your second, or third trimester; or adopting
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Weren’t able to take a parental leave following a previous birth/adoption and want to do it differently this time
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Want to give yourself the gift of taking a full financial quarter or more to bond with your baby
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You want someone by your side guiding you along the way
During our coaching sessions we’ll focus on the key areas of resourcing your business:
time, money, and people.
Parental Leave Coaching Packages
Parental Leave Planning Mini Session:
$75 for 30 minute call
Parental Leave Planning Strategy Session:
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In this two hour strategy session, we design your parental leave, and create a project plan in order to accomplish it. It's recommended that the Strategy Session takes place during the second trimester.
This session includes:
- Customized parental leave planning road map
- Creation of monthly action steps for you to take
- Resources, recommendation, and templates
- Email support for follow-up questions
Investment: $497
Parental Leave Planning Coaching Package:
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Spanning from pregnancy all the way to postpartum, this package starts with the two hour Strategy Session and continues with four core sessions, two during pregnancy and two postpartum both before and after you return to work. Email support is provided throughout the package duration, and I’m typically in close communication with clients.
This package includes:
- Customized parental leave planning roadmap
- Creation of monthly action steps for you implement
- Creation of a smooth communication plan for clients & colleagues
- Examination of personal finances and logistics associated with taking a leave
- Accountability to stay on track
- Resources, recommendation, and templates
- Email support throughout pregnancy and postpartum
Investment: $2500 - APPLY FOR A COACHING PACKAGE
Frequently Asked Questions
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What does a session with you typically look like?
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Can you help me enroll in my state paid family leave insurance fund?
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I want kids in the future, but I’m not sure when. Can I still work with you?
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Do you work with people who need to plan a leave for other reasons? (i.e. taking a sabbatical, planned travel, gender confirmation surgery, caring for an elderly parent, etc.)
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When and how often do you recommend having coaching sessions?
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Do you offer sliding scale?
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Hi there!
Are you looking to create a strong financial foundation and are ready for guidance on your next steps? We help parents, self-employed people, and W-2 workers just like you with a variety of financial projects like: debt management, student loans, spending and savings plans, separating business and personal expenses, planning a parental leave, savings for retirement, learning about investments, and more.