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The programme gives me the opportunity to get an objective view on my situation, which is hard to do by myself. It helps me to observe things neutrally, which helps. The coaching call has been absolutely fantastic for me in this way and I really appreciate that support.
Maternity returner, group coaching and 1:1 coaching call, Analyst, Financial services company

Today has been most helpful as it's personal and has enlightened me as to how to approach a particular situation, so I can go and do the right thing: it's very beneficial.
Maternity returner, One-to-one maternity coaching on return to work, Financial services company

The most valuable thing is to get the perspective of other people within the firm in the same boat, in a similar situation - different parts of the same boat but still the same boat: we all have to cope. The fact the course is running is a testament to the firm, and working through the case study scenarios on the programme is very helpful.
Maternity returner, group maternity coaching, Associate, Investment bank

I really got a lot from talking with other dads today. It's opened my eyes, almost as though I've been waiting three years for this conversation, since my first child was born.
Father of two, Dads Focus Group, Global FMCG company

It was very helpful that the facilitator understood the firm and the nature of our work so well.
Maternity returner, group maternity coaching, and associate in magic circle law firm

Today has been most helpful as it's personal and has enlightened me as to how to approach a particular situation, so I can go and do the right thing: it's very beneficial.
Maternity returner, Financial services company, one-to-one coaching on return to work.

The workshop was very soon after I came back... The case studies brought out how women are feeling and it was very helpful for me on how to address concerns with my manager. That's what I was facing and it was perfect to be able to discuss it: that's how I was able to have a positive conversation and realise that my manager didn't know how I felt. If I had not gone on the programme I would have gone in blind.
Maternity returner, VP in global investment bank, group coaching

Life Transition Coaching
for Maternity & Paternity Returners

When you've invested in your employees, and supported them in a career path to leadership positions, you can't afford to see them leave or lose confidence during the maternity and paternity journey

How a business helps its employees with the transition from working individual to working parent is critical to creating loyalty, engagement and ensuring retention.

How do we retain and inspire talented new parents?

Coaching will help your employees to handle the practical and emotional aspects of the parent transition in a way that also enables them to develop in their career post maternity or paternity. Planning and communication are critical to a successful parent transition both for the individual and their manager.

One-to-one maternity & paternity coaching

We provide coaching at three key stages of the transition to parenthood:

Planning and preparation

Prior to leave, our coaches help the individual set the foundations for a successful handover and preparation for parenthood and sow the seeds for a successful return.

Return with confidence

During leave, our coaches help the new parent prepare to 'hit the ground running' confidently on their return.

Back in the driving seat - following return

Following leave we focus on building support and networks, and developing the leadership skills needed for effective prioritisation, smart working and remaining influential, even if they have a changed working pattern.

Group coaching

Coaching new mothers, fathers, or both, in groups addresses all the needs of the stages addresses by 1:1 coaching and also brings the benefit of network-building. Again and again our feedback underlines how much new parents value exchanging experiences and ideas with their peers within the same organisation.

Building coaching into a wider programme

Our coaching solutions are highly flexible and can be tailored to the needs of the organisation. We provide coaching on a group or individual basis, either face-to-face, by telephone or webinar. And we can build it into a company-wide Keeping in Touch day.

Facilitating Keeping in Touch days

We can help you design group KIT days. We recommend including meetings with managers, business updates and a Q&A panel to learn from the experience of previous returners, alongside focused coaching.

We can provide professional on-site creche facilities for new parents, on a temporary basis for KIT days, or permanently if required.

Engaging new fathers

New fathers can feel neglected and less engaged during this transition, so our group workshops dedicated to dads have proved popular. These offer an upbeat look at strategies to make the most of working fatherhood and manage pressures to perform in both work and family life.

Connecting with our other services

Childcare Search helps employees put long term care solutions in place. Our clients find this service especially useful as part of their new parent retention strategies, as finding appropriate childcare is seen by new mothers as the biggest hurdle to returning to work.

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Retaining valuable talent

Coaching has a valuable well-documented role to play in increasing the retention of new parents returning to work after maternity or paternity leave.

Productivity and commitment

Coaching before, during and after leave can have real benefits on performance. It can ensure productivity right up until the point of leave, lay the foundations for and then ensure a productive, effective return. Disruption to the business and the team is minimised through better planning, communication, and smooth handovers.

Creating engaged employees & developing employer brand

Helping and supporting new parents, not only ensures that their ability to manage their work commitments is maximised, but also ensures that they feel valued and in turn value their employer more.

Enhanced leadership development

Coaching through the transition to working parent supports personal development. Confidence, clarity of goals, both personal and professional and a sense of empowerment are frequent outcomes from life transition coaching.

Confident departure and return

Coaching enables the employee to understand and address the challenges of maternity and paternity handover and leave. It helps them to manage the transition and communicate in a positive and active way, instead of taking a more passive wait-and-see approach.

Staying in charge of career and professional profile

Keep in touch with a compelling career path going forward is important for employees and coaching helps them to 'stay in control'. It enables understanding of their professional wants and needs and helps them plan to stay on track.

Support and understanding

Knowing that 'you're not on your own' is enormously supportive for parents-to-be and new parents going back to work. Having the support of a confidential sounding board through one-to-one coaching and/or sharing experiences and tips with peers in group coaching, makes a huge difference to how positive they feel. Coaching also helps employees create a strong support network and manage the help and advice that are offered.

Feeling valued

The knowledge they have received innovative, best practice support means that employees are likely to feel valued by their employer.

Finding a balance

Balancing the emotional and practical aspects of returning to work and leaving baby can be a difficult process. Coaching helps new parents find this balance and approaches that work for them.

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