Expecting parents in tech
Small group coaching program
Join a cohort of 10 of your peers as you navigate the planning, parental leave and return-to-work experience
Do you know
where to begin?
We’ve broken down what can be an overwhelming planning process into concise, step-by-step templates and exercises
Unsure how to address concerns?
Tap into the best practices of hundreds of other successful working parents who navigated the same concerns and challenges, and get real-time support and advice from your cohort peers.
Feeling overwhelmed?
You're not alone! Join your industry peers and expert career coach to stay on track, remove obstacles and improve your productivity as you return to work.
"The week-by-week guidance and planning templates helped me stay organized and prepare my team, but the most meaningful part of the program was the community. Parentaly connected me with an invaluable community of new parents and provided a safe, coach-led environment where we could share our questions, concerns, problems, and strategies. This program is the perfect combination of professional and personal, and I feel confident in navigating the logistical and emotional journey of balancing my career while becoming a new parent."
- Amy, Data Scientist at Terminal
Program details
Before parental leave:
Two 1:1 coaching sessions with your coach
Parental leave coverage planning webinar
Parentaly dashboard that has everything you need for parental leave success: templates, exercises, best practices and step-by-step guides for coverage planning
Two group coaching sessions with your cohort
Returning to work
Three small group coaching sessions with your cohort led by a Parentaly career coach to help with your return to work transition and continued professional development
Networking opportunities with your cohort of ten industry peers also welcoming babies in 2022
We've worked with expectant employees from companies including:
Curriculum
Pre-leave planning
Through our coaching sessions, 1:1 consultation and guided exercises via your Parentaly Dashboard, we help you create plans that will set you and your business up for success. And because there is no one busier than an expecting parent in tech - we built this entire curriculum with speed and efficiency in mind. Use our templates, best practices and clear step by step guidance to get the work done via short self-guided planning sessions.
Plans you will create:
Coverage plan: How will your work be completed, and by whom? What training, documentation and goals do you need to create?
Communication and work tracking plan: How will the work being completed by others be tracked and/or communicated to you during your parental leave?
Re-onboarding plan: How will you successfully onboard back into what can feel like a totally new company when you return?
Return-to-work coaching
Re-engage with your cohort of 10 new parents in tech as you navigate the return-to-work experience after parental leave.
You’ll attend three small group coaching sessions led by a Parentaly career coach over the course of your first three months back at work. These sessions will cover the most important topics related to returning to work and career advancement, and allow you to discuss roadblocks, tips and tricks with your cohort and coach.
Modules and topics include:
Career: Focus on your most critical priorities at work via vision exercises, Listening Tour and work planning
Productivity: Leverage routines, tools and mindsets that allow you to work smarter, not harder
Relationships: Build strong relationships at work and externally across all levels
Home life: Childcare, household responsibilities, relationships and personal priorities
This is a unique opportunity for transformational professional and personal growth.
Up-level your team,
engage in powerful professional development, and accelerate your career as a new parent.
What our alumni say
“The coaching sessions that I participated in were truly a highlight of my fourth trimester. It was SO nice to finally be able to connect with other moms after months in lockdown, and I was really impressed by how your team was able to group us by relevant issues/worries/experiences.”
"I can't tell you enough how meaningful participating in your program was to me. Parentaly gave me confidence, a clear plan of action, and emotional support: what a priceless trio! I wish everyone had the kind of support and leadership as you all provided for me"
“I so appreciated the Parentaly coaching sessions. I loved how my coach validated my feelings, took suggestions from the group, and framed them up for action items. It was really helpful to hear about other moms’ experiences, and I plan to stay in touch with them going forward!”
You should sign up if you want to:
Create a coverage plan that supports both your business and your career
Connect with other high potential expecting parents in tech
Tap into expert career coaching as you return to work
Employers should sponsor their employees if they want to:
Minimize business disruption during parental leaves
Identify and invest in high potential talent
Provide networking and development opportunities
FAQ
What is the cost?
This program is fully paid for by your employer. This program is a benefit that companies offer to ensure their employees have a positive parental leave experience.
Is this just for (pregnant) women?
No! We welcome any expecting employee, including non-birthing parents. That said, we find this program has the highest ROI for anyone planning to take 8+ consecutive weeks of leave.
What is the ideal timing for this program?
We recommend you start this program around 30 weeks pregnant. We will put you in a cohort that is timed appropriately to your expected parental leave start date.
What happens in a coaching session?
The Parentaly career coach will facilitate custom sessions based on specific needs and feedback from each participant, while integrating the Parentaly materials and frameworks to ensure optimal support. These sessions typically involve sharing personal experiences and challenges, receiving feedback from other participants and the coach, and more directive tactical recommendations and support.
What exactly is a career coach?
A career coach is a professional who focuses on asking questions, drawing conclusions out of your statements, and guiding you toward concrete and practical actions to achieve your goals. In a group coaching setting, their role is to moderate an impactful and productive conversation to address the stated objectives. Think of them as expert accountability partners who have worked with hundreds of similar individuals to map out clear plans of action!
What is Parentaly?
We combine our expert career coaching and parental leave content to improve the entire experience of parental leave. Our main goal is to improve retention of parents by facilitating a smoother re-entry process and supporting their preferred career trajectory.