MARY EK PARENT COACH
Providing practical wisdom and loving support for new and expecting parents through new parent services and guided reflection, inquiry & discovery.
MARY EK PARENT COACH
Providing practical wisdom and loving support for new and expecting parents through new parent services and guided reflection, inquiry & discovery.
Home Preparation for Baby
The nesting has begun but you’re not quite sure of what you really need or want or the difference between the two. From the practical to the nice-to-haves, we can work together to prepare your nest for baby’s arrival.
Creating a Birth Plan
You’ve heard birth stories and want to create your own birth plan. Are you unsure of the possibilities or do you have fears about your birth not going the way you planned? We can work through this together so you feel equipped with a plan that includes an openness to a potentially needing to shift to “plan B.”
Childbirth Q & A
Do you desire a customized Childbirth Q & A experience in your own home, on your own schedule? Do you want to include siblings? We can work together to create a session(s) that answers your questions on your time.
Newborn Care
“But I don’t know how to care for a newborn!” No worries—you will feel equipped after we spend some time together. In your own home we will practice bathing and diapering, carrying options and discuss general newborn safety.
Breast & Bottle Feeding
Whether you’re choosing to breastfeed or bottle feed, you likely have questions. We can tackle those questions together and prepare you and your baby for a positive feeding experience.
Preparing for Multiples
Multiple babies, multiple questions and concerns! Let’s work through those together so you can also experience multiple blessings. Feeding, sleeping, transporting…as a mother of multiples, there are some practical tips that were learned along the way that need to be shared!
Sibling Integration Preparation
Concerned about how a sibling or siblings will adjust to or interact with their new brother or sister? There are some things you can do to prepare for this transition. Let’s talk about your concerns and explore some strategies that can foster a smooth transition.
Transitioning to Parenthood
The transition to parenthood can bring with it a range of emotions. Joy, fear, anxiety…it varies from parent to parent. What should I expect? Do I even know how to be a parent - will I be a good one? What will happen to my relationship with my partner-will we have time for each other? These feelings are normal. Let’s talk.