Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.7.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site.

# Josie

Transforming the Working Parent Experience

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://myjosie.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Laura Best](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-laura-best/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work. Each feature spotlights leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers. From late-night feedings to early-morning board meetings, these stories remind us that no two working parent journeys are alike. What
- [The Modern Parenting Paradox: Why We Spend More Time with Our Kids but Feel Less Connected](https://myjosie.com/the-modern-parenting-paradox-why-we-spend-more-time-with-our-kids-but-feel-less-connected/) - It’s the ultimate paradox of modern parenting: by almost every metric, we are doing more for our kids than any generation before us. Yet, if you ask almost any mom or dad today how they feel, the answer is usually a variation of the same exhausted refrain: “I just don't feel like I have enough
- [Shift Happens: Advice For Navigating Transitions](https://myjosie.com/shift-happens-advice-for-navigating-transitions/) - Shift happens: practical and honest reflections and advice from leaders on navigating moments of transition in working parenthood.
- [Shift Happens: A New Role at Work, and a New Role at Home](https://myjosie.com/shift-happens-a-new-role-at-work-and-a-new-role-at-home/) - Shift happens: a new role at work and a new role at home. Reflections from leaders on identity and navigating moments of transition.
- [Welcome to Maycember: The Beautiful, Brutal, Perfect Storm of Spring](https://myjosie.com/welcome-to-maycember-the-beautiful-brutal-perfect-storm-of-spring/) - If you woke up this morning feeling like you’re running a marathon while balancing a tray of scalding coffees, a stack of unsigned school permission slips, and a heavy Q2 budget proposal, congratulations: you’re officially in Maycember. For the uninitiated, "Maycember" is that frantic, hyper-caffeinated stretch of weeks where the month of May somehow morphs
- [Shift Happens: You Leave Work, But the Work Doesn’t Leave You](https://myjosie.com/shift-happens-you-leave-work-but-the-work-doesnt-leave-you/) - Shift happens: your leave work but the work doesn't leave you. Reflections from leaders on navigating moments of transition.
- [Shift Happens: When the Load Gets Heavier and You Still Have to Keep Showing Up](https://myjosie.com/shift-happens-when-the-load-gets-heavier-and-you-still-have-to-keep-showing-up/) - Shift happens: when the load gets heavier and you still have to keep showing up. Reflections from leaders on navigating moments of transition.
- [Shift Happens: When Work and Family Both Demand More, At the Same Time](https://myjosie.com/shift-happens-when-work-and-family-both-demand-more-at-the-same-time/) - Shift happens: your career grows at the exact moment your life does. Reflections from leaders on navigating moments of transition.
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Lauren Tetenbaum](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-lauren-tetenbaum/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series featuring leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers.
- [The Great Rollback: Why Slashing Parental Leave is a Risky Business Gamble](https://myjosie.com/the-great-rollback-why-slashing-parental-leave-is-a-risky-business-gamble/) - Deloitte and Zoom are slashing parental leave benefits in "The Great Rollback." Josie CEO Michelle Yu explores why cutting benefits without supporting the transition is a high-risk gamble for employee retention and brand equity.
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Javaree Walker](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-javaree-walker/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work.
- [How to Talk to Your Kids About Work: The "Bring Your Work to Kid" Method](https://myjosie.com/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-work-the-bring-your-work-to-kid-method/) - Stop hiding your professional life. Learn how to talk to kids about work using metaphors, modeling integrity, and building work-life integration that reduces parental guilt. Too often, we're told that the gold standard of managing the 2 identities of "parent" and "professional" is strict separation. We are told to leave work at the door, to
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Ashley Chang](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-ashley-chang/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series spotlighting leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers.
- [The $1 Million Breast Pump: Why Supporting Lactating Physicians is a 2026 Workforce Imperative](https://myjosie.com/the-1-million-breast-pump-why-supporting-lactating-physicians-is-a-2026-workforce-imperative/) - The $1 Million Breast Pump: Why Supporting Lactating Physicians is a 2026 Workforce Imperative American medicine is navigating a 'Perfect Storm' of supply and demand. While HRSA projects a staggering shortfall of 138,000 physicians by 2033 to meet the needs of an aging population, the demographic of our workforce has fundamentally transformed. Today, 55% of
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Stephanie Fornaro](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-stephanie-fornaro/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series spotlighting leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers.
- [Physician Dads and Parental Leave: Why Medicine Is Finally Catching Up](https://myjosie.com/physician-dads-and-parental-leave-why-medicine-is-finally-catching-up/) - For generations, the cultural script for physician fathers was simple: don't let your colleagues know you're a father. You're a team player. Baby born at 7 p.m. Back on rounds by 7 a.m. But that story is starting to change. A recent reflection by physician Dr. Francisco M. Torres captures the quiet tension many physician
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Paul Sullivan](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-paul-sullivan/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work. Each feature spotlights leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers. From late-night feedings to early-morning board meetings, these stories remind us that no two working parent journeys are alike. What
- [Caregiving Is Leadership Training. It’s Time Companies Treated It That Way.](https://myjosie.com/caregiving-is-leadership-training-its-time-companies-treated-it-that-way/) - For years, conversations have centered on why employers should support caregivers. The moral case. The equity case. The burnout case. All valid. But a 2023 research study published in Harvard Business Review* by Lisa Kaplowitz and Kate Mangino makes a critical shift in how we talk about caregiving at work and asks a more strategic
- [The Challenges and Opportunities of Being a Working Parent in Professional Services](https://myjosie.com/the-challenges-and-opportunities-of-being-a-working-parent-in-professional-services/) - Balancing career and caregiving in the professional services industry has complex challenges and meaningful opportunities for employers and employees alike.
- [Supporting Nurses Through Parental Leave: What Every Leader Needs to Know](https://myjosie.com/supporting-nurses-through-parental-leave-what-every-leader-needs-to-know/) - TL/DR: Parental leave is a predictable, high-impact transition point - in patient-facing, shift-based teams, it’s also one of the most fragile. Our survey with The Health Management Academy surfaces practical and budget-friendly moves leaders can make right now to reduce coverage stress, enable safe re-entry, and improve retention. Introduction Parental leave is one of life’s
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Sascha Mayer](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-sascha-mayer/) - Sascha's experience as a mother and mission to make breastfeeding equitable is a reminder that purpose-driven work and family life can be deeply intertwined
- [Average Parental Leave at Top U.S. Hospitals: An Overlooked Workforce Issue](https://myjosie.com/average-parental-leave-at-top-u-s-hospitals-a-workforce-crisis-hiding-in-plain-sight/) - Average Parental Leave at Top U.S. Hospitals: An Overlooked Workforce Issue We all know that the United States is one of the only countries without paid parental leave at the federal level. What we talk about far less, however, is how that absence plays out across specific industries - and how unevenly its impact is
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Rachael Brown](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-rachael-brown/) - Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work. Each feature spotlights leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers. From late-night feedings to early-morning board meetings, these stories remind us that no two working parent journeys are alike. What
- [The Hidden Crisis Facing Clinician Parents](https://myjosie.com/the-hidden-crisis-facing-clinician-parents/) - The Hidden Crisis Facing Clinical Parents - And Why Health Systems Must Act Now Parents in medicine - physicians, advanced practice providers, researchers, and faculty - are facing a quiet but urgent crisis. A growing body of research, including findings from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), shows that caregiving pressures are
- [Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Anne Terry](https://myjosie.com/heart-hustle-a-conversation-with-anne-terry/) - Heart & Hustle celebrates working parents who are thriving at home and at work, balancing the demands of parenthood and hustle of building careers.
- [Josie's 2026 Guidance for Parents & Caregiver ERGs](https://myjosie.com/josies-2026-guidance-for-parents-caregiver-ergs/) - Your Blueprint for an Engaged, High-Impact Year Parent, family, and caregiver ERGs are no longer “nice to have.”In 2025, we spoke with 25+ ERG leaders across industries, and one theme kept surfacing: These communities are becoming one of the most powerful culture-shaping forces inside organizations. They support working parents, yes - but they also influence
- [How to Be a Career Mom and Not Burn Out](https://myjosie.com/how-to-be-a-career-mom-and-not-burn-out/) - I'm not a regular mom, I'm a career mom! Learn easy to implement strategies for balancing your personal and professional life to help you burn bright, not out.
- [How to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant: A Step-by-Step Guide](https://myjosie.com/how-to-tell-your-boss-youre-pregnant-a-step-by-step-guide/) - Yay, you're expecting! But how do you tell your boss you're pregnant? Read on for tips to make this conversation go smoothly.
- [The #1 Working Parent Hack of 2025?](https://myjosie.com/the-1-working-parent-hack-of-2025/) - Ask your kids for career advice. Seriously. At Josie, we work with hundreds of working parents navigating the wild intersection of career and family. We’re constantly asked for tips on how to manage it all...especially during parental leave, return-to-work transitions, and the day-to-day chaos of raising kids while growing a career. My son turned 7
- [Tips for Finding New Parent Friends: Because You Need a Village](https://myjosie.com/tips-for-finding-new-parent-friends-because-you-need-a-village/) - Becoming a parent is one of the most exciting, and transformative, phases of life. Your world expands in ways you never imagined, and you’re suddenly responsible for keeping a tiny human alive. But with all that newness comes a major life shift, and one of the most surprising challenges many new parents face is the
- [The Power of a Purposeful Out of Office Message During Parental Leave](https://myjosie.com/the-power-of-a-purposeful-out-of-office-message-during-parental-leave/) - A powerful out of office during parental leave is underrated. Learn how to write a purposeful message that reflects values and holds space for this transition!
- [Work-Life Balance When You Have Young Children And Love Your Career](https://myjosie.com/work-life-balance-when-you-have-young-children-and-love-your-career/) - Finding work-life balance can feel impossible but you can have both a fulfilling career and thriving family life. Read on for strategies to make it all work.
- [Balancing Work and Parenting a Child with a Disability: A Guide for Working Parents](https://myjosie.com/balancing-work-and-parenting-a-child-with-a-disability-a-guide-for-working-parents/) - For parents raising a child with a disability while managing a career can be overwhelming. This guide can help parents juggling work and caregiving.
- [From Office to Everywhere: Flipping the Script on Bring Your Kids to Work Day](https://myjosie.com/from-office-to-everywhere-flipping-the-script-on-bring-your-kids-to-work-day/) - Work used to be a place, now it's a constant presence. We're flipping the script on Bring Your Kids to Work Day by Bringing Your Work to Kids.
- [How to Talk to Your Kids About Layoffs](https://myjosie.com/how-to-talk-to-your-kids-about-layoffs/) - Hint: They notice more than you think. If you’ve recently been affected by a layoff, you’re not alone...and if you’re a parent, you're also navigating one of the toughest questions no one prepares you for: What do I tell my kids? At Josie, we support parents during big life transitions, and losing a job is
- [March Madness: The Parenting Playoffs](https://myjosie.com/march-madness-the-parenting-playoffs/) - Working parents know there’s a different kind of madness happening that’s way more intense than any sports tournament: the Parenting Playoffs.
- [Work-Life Balance When You Have Kids And Love Your Career](https://myjosie.com/work-life-balance-when-you-have-kids-and-love-your-career/) - In today’s world, hustle culture is glorified and finding work-life balance can feel impossible. But here’s the thing: you can have both!
- [Maternity Leave: How to Prepare For And Return From Successfully](https://myjosie.com/maternity-leave-how-to-prepare-for-and-return-from-successfully/) - Navigating maternity leave can be complex, emotional, and overwhelming. With the right preparation, you can totally rock it as a mom and as a professional.
- [The Importance of Finding Community for Parents ](https://myjosie.com/the-importance-of-finding-community-for-parents/) - Becoming a parent can be isolating, but finding community as a parent with young children is crucial for your well-being and can be a game changer.
- [Breastfeeding And The Return To Work](https://myjosie.com/breastfeeding-the-return-to-work-breast-practices/) - It's National Breastfeeding Month and we're highlighting what it's like to be breastfeeding and pumping during the return-to-work transition.
- [So, About That Wall Street Journal Article...](https://myjosie.com/so-about-that-wall-street-journal-article/) - The recent Wall Street Journal article that discusses companies cutting back on parental leave highlights important issues worth discussing.
- [It's Fall And I'm Into Transitions These Days](https://myjosie.com/im-into-transitions-these-days/) - Fall and back to school means transitions - and not just small changes in routines, but in how we approach these transitions as opportunities to grow.
- [What’s Your Vision For Yourself As A Working Parent?](https://myjosie.com/whats-your-vision-for-yourself-as-a-working-parent/) - Sett a vision for yourself as a working parent to ground the decisions you make, the resources you invest in, and the people you serve.
- [We're Basking In Your Backing Of Our Launch](https://myjosie.com/were-basking-in-your-backing-launch/) - We've been blown away by the response to our launch, and it's validation that there is ample opportunity to support working parents.
- [Hello, World! Josie Is Here, Finally.](https://myjosie.com/hello-world-josie-here/) - Welcome to the launch of our new company, Josie! Our focus here at Josie is on empowering the transition to working parenthood.
- [Happy National Working Parents Day!](https://myjosie.com/happy-national-working-parents-day/) - National Working Parents Day begs the question, do working parents really need their own national day? For us, the answer is simple: YES!
- [Working Parent Goes Together Like Pumpkin Spice and Latte](https://myjosie.com/working-parent-like-pumpkin-spice-and-latte/) - Reflecting on how our roles and identities as a working parent can complement one another instead of thinking about them in discrete buckets.
- [Parental Leave Doesn't Have to be a Zero-Sum Game](https://myjosie.com/parental-leave-doesnt-have-to-be-a-zero-sum-game/) - What if we reframe our thinking, and instead design parental leave programs guided by the shared values of both employers and employees?
- [Building a Better Workplace for All](https://myjosie.com/building-a-better-workplace-for-all/) - An amazing week at Josie: guest speaking gigs at Harvard School of Public Health and the Charter Future of the Workplace Summit!
- [Screen Time For Kiddos - Yay or Nay?](https://myjosie.com/to-the-parent-who-has-had-to-allow-extra-screen-time-lately/) - Screen time, a tricky subject for so many working parents. Is it possible to find a middle ground, where kids can have screen time without the parent guilt?
- [Josie Featured in TIME & Charter!](https://myjosie.com/josie-featured-in-time-charter/) - Josie had the honor of having an article featured in TIME & Charter, speaking caregiving as an identity - a hot topic for many employers.
- [Survival: From Snow Days to Stomach Bugs](https://myjosie.com/from-snow-days-to-stomach-bugs-a-working-parents-tale-of-survival/) - How do you survive sick days and school closures as a working parent? A tale of survival from Josie co-founder and CEO Michelle Yu
- [World Mental Health Day: A Framework](https://myjosie.com/framework-for-mental-health-readiness/) - New parents wrestle with the demands of the many roles they play in their lives. In honor of World Mental Health Day, learn a framework for mental readiness.
- [Grateful For The Support And To Support You](https://myjosie.com/grateful-for-the-support/) - Grateful for the many individuals and organizations who have supported Josie so far - and have allowed us to support you!
- [Workplace Tips: Getting the Benefit of Your Benefits](https://myjosie.com/workplace-tips-getting-benefit-from-your-benefits/) - A Tik Tok creator shared a story about requesting time off and the situation devolves into a workplace drama- and could have been avoided entirely.
- [Holiday Mental Load: How To Avoid The Snowball Effect](https://myjosie.com/the-holiday-mental-load/) - The holiday mental load can be chaotic, leading to heightened feelings of stress and anxiety if not managed appropriately.
- [Women's History Month: Honoring Generations of Working Moms](https://myjosie.com/womens-history-month-honoring-generations-of-working-moms/) - To close out women's history month, Michelle Yu, Josie co-founder and CEO, interviews an influential working mother: her own mom Josephine.
- [Mental Health and Working Motherhood](https://myjosie.com/working-motherhood-mental-health/) - Juggling the demands of a career and responsibilities of motherhood can take a toll on mom's mental health and well-being.
- [Happy Birthday to Josie!](https://myjosie.com/happy-birthday-to-josie/) - Happy birthday Josie! Reflecting on all that we've done so far, and all that there is still left to be done to support working parents.
- [How to Fly with Breast Milk and a Breast Pump](https://myjosie.com/flying-with-breast-milk-and-a-breastpump/) - The importance of knowing your rights to carry breast milk and spaces to pump at the airport when flying cannot be understated!
- [A Different Take on Back to School](https://myjosie.com/a-different-take-on-back-to-school/) - An important back to school change happens for parents with kids transitioning from daycare, nannies or other childcare to school for the first time.
- [Why A Great Coach Is Important](https://myjosie.com/importance-of-a-great-coach/) - We know intuitively that a great coach is foundational to success - but this is not limited to sports, it's related to every aspect of life.
- [It's The Holidays: What Working Parents Want Employers to Know](https://myjosie.com/what-working-parents-want-employers-to-know-at-the-holidays/) - Balancing professional and personal responsibilities at the holidays can directly impact our ability to be present and productive.
- [Josie Wrapped: Our Year in Review](https://myjosie.com/josie-wrapped-a-reflection-on-our-year/) - At Josie, in reflection of 2023, it was a year of growth in our industry knowledge and expertise – another year older and wiser!
- [Love isn’t all you need](https://myjosie.com/love-isnt-all-you-need/) - As a working parent, it's all about the love - or rather, L.O.V.E.: Letting it be, Open-mindedness, Vision, and Emotional regulation.
- [The Parenting Playoffs](https://myjosie.com/the-parenting-playoffs-mental-load-reigns-supreme/) - We asked working parents: what are the biggest challenges your face? And because it's March Madness, we made it into a bracket. Guess who wins?!
- [With Remote Work, Every Day Feels Like Bring Your Kid to Work Day](https://myjosie.com/every-day-can-feel-like-bring-your-kid-to-work-day-when-you-remote-work/) - Thanks to remote work, when you work from home as a parent, every day is basically bring your kid to work day - the lines are more blurry than ever!
- [Health Equity for Her](https://myjosie.com/empowering-women-through-mental-health-and-wellness/) - Josie reflects on how our work intersects with the important topic of health equity, and empowering women through mental health and wellness.
- [#iwishihadthis ... and now we do!](https://myjosie.com/iwishihadthis-and-now-we-do/) - What do seasoned parents wish they had when they first became parents?! It's actually not what you think: it's less gear and more supports - read on!
- [Is Work Life Balance Possible When You Have a Baby?](https://myjosie.com/is-work-life-balance-possible-when-you-have-a-baby/) - Work life balance doesn't exist in the way that social media wants you to think - and that's ok! It's possible to have, on your own terms.
- [Preparing for Parental Leave and Your Return to Work](https://myjosie.com/preparing-for-parental-leave-and-your-return-to-work/) - The final few weeks before baby comes can be a lot. Read on for best practices about preparing for parental leave and the return to work.
- [Real Talk: Work-Life Balance After Baby](https://myjosie.com/real-talk-work-life-balance-after-baby/) - Work-life balance. Before becoming a parent, it probably felt fairly attainable - but after having a baby? That's a different story.
- [How to Work When You’re Sleep Deprived with a Newborn](https://myjosie.com/how-to-work-when-youre-sleep-deprived-with-a-newborn/) - Being sleep deprived with a newborn is brutal. Let's talk about how to survive when you've got a tiny human and a big career.
- [Real Facts About Breastfeeding and Returning to Work](https://myjosie.com/real-facts-about-breastfeeding-and-returning-to-work/) - Let’s be real: balancing breastfeeding and going back to work isn’t always easy. Read on for real facts about how to balance both!
- [How to Manage Work When You’re a New Parent](https://myjosie.com/how-to-manage-work-when-youre-a-new-parent/) - Managing work when you're a new parent is a juggling act. Learn some strategies to help master work-life balance as a new parent.
- [How to Return to Work After Parental Leave ](https://myjosie.com/how-to-return-to-work-after-parental-leave/) - If you're preparing to return to work after parental leave, it can feel overwhelming. This guide will prepare you to confidently make the transition.
- [Challenges Working Dads Face that People Don't Talk About](https://myjosie.com/challenges-working-dads-face-that-people-dont-talk-about/) - Working dads face challenges that people don't talk about openly - but it's time for that to change! Find out how to support working dads.
- [Returning to Work After Maternity Leave: A Comprehensive Guide for New Parents](https://myjosie.com/returning-to-work-after-maternity-leave-a-comprehensive-guide-for-new-parents/) - Returning to work after maternity leave can be overwhelming. Enter the Josie comprehensive guide for new parents making the transition!
- [Maternity Leave: What to Know Before You Go](https://myjosie.com/maternity-leave-what-to-know-before-you-go/) - We know that planning for maternity leave is a crucial step for expectant parents, ensuring a smooth transition for both your personal and professional life. It might feel daunting, but trust us: if you prepare ahead, you can focus on welcoming your new baby without the added stress of unresolved work issues. No one needs
- [The Perfect Maternity Leave Out Of Office Message](https://myjosie.com/the-perfect-maternity-leave-out-of-office-message/) - Having an effective OOO for your maternity leave is important to manage expectations and provide clarity. Here are some best practices for writing your own.

## Pages

- [Home](https://myjosie.com/) - Josie provides expert coaching to help working parents navigate parental leave and the challenges around returning to work, including avoiding burnout.
- [For Employers](https://myjosie.com/for-employers/) - Josie provides personalized programming for employees and managers to transform parental leave into a catalyst for career growth and company loyalty.
- [For Healthcare Organizations](https://myjosie.com/for-healthcare/) - No one should have to choose between medicine and parenthood. Josie supports physicians, APPs, nurses, & healthcare professionals preparing for leave, returning to work, and building sustainable careers through key transitions. Get in Touch watch our recent linkedin live training on supporting your team through parental leave Companies who trust Josie I’m so happy I
- [About](https://myjosie.com/about/) - Josie partners with parents and employers to help working parents navigate the balance of work and family, helping them thrive at work and as parents.
- [For Parents](https://myjosie.com/for-parents/) - Josie helps working parents navigate life with a career and kids, offering mental, emotional, and professional support in pursuit of work life balance.
- [Contact](https://myjosie.com/contact/) - Josie works with parents seeking guidance on balancing career and family, and partners with employers looking to support working parents on their team.
- [Away](https://myjosie.com/away/) - x we're so glad you're here AWAY is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve partnered with Josie — a company dedicated to supporting working parents like you. Through this partnership, AWAY employees get discounted access* to confidential, personalized coaching to help navigate
- [Healthcare Providers](https://myjosie.com/providers/) - welcome Personalized Coaching for Parents in Medicine The 24/7 caregiver deserves care, too.Josie provides career and mental health coaching for physicians, APPs, nurses, and other patient-facing professionals preparing for leave, returning to work, and building sustainable careers through parenthood’s key transitions. Sign Up Now physicians can claim ama pra category 2 credits for each Josie
- [Shop](https://myjosie.com/shop-2/) - Coaching for Working Parents From parental leave, the return-to-work, and through all the moments that matter across working parenthood – Josie has your back. Think of us as your ride-or-die — offering you holistic mental, emotional, and professional support to help balance family and career — whatever that means for you. Get started today with
- [Meet Our Coaches](https://myjosie.com/meet-our-coaches/) - Meet the humans behind Josie – their passion for this work is infectious. And their coaching is grounded in experience, training, and real working-parent wisdom. get in touch What Sets Our Coaches Apart We hire with intentionOur recruiting process is highly selective. We look for values-aligned coaches who are genuinely passionate about supporting working parents
- [For Employee Resource Groups](https://myjosie.com/for-ergs/) - tailored programming for parent, caregiver, and family ERGs You’ve worked hard to build your ERG, and could use help keeping engagement high. Enter Josie – we’ve got events tailor-made for Parent and Caregiver ERGs. let's chat! Companies who trust Josie WOW…fantastic event! Loved it so much. Thank you for the time and energy!– Global Families
- [Lightsource bp](https://myjosie.com/lsbp/) - x we're so glad you're here Lightsource bp is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve partnered with Josie — a platform designed to help working parents just like you thrive. Through this partnership, you have access to confidential and personalized coaching, practical
- [BSWH Intake](https://myjosie.com/intakeform/) - coaching for parental leave, return to work, and beyond As a working parent, you could use support in navigating the chaos – but not quite sure what you need (it’s definitely not another checklist.) You want a sounding board. To feel seen. To feel grounded. Josie offers personalized coaching to help navigate parental leave and working
- [Resources](https://myjosie.com/resources/) - You are unauthorized to view this page. Username Password Remember Me Forgot Password
- [Divi Login Designer](https://myjosie.com/divi-login-designer/) - This page is used for Divi Login Designer extension. It will not be visible to your readers. Do not delete it.
- [Content Library](https://myjosie.com/content-library/) - Coming Soon! Josie’s Content Library Our content library is currently available to our employer clients only. Stay tuned for updates on our official launch. If you’re an employer interested in giving your employees access to Josie content, we’d love to hear from you. Get in Touch If you’re an employee with access to Josie content
- [Account](https://myjosie.com/account/)
- [My account](https://myjosie.com/account-2/)
- [Login](https://myjosie.com/login/)
- [Shop](https://myjosie.com/shop/) - Josie helps working parents manage parental leave, return to work, and balancing family and career with mental, emotional, and professional support.
- [Thank You](https://myjosie.com/thank-you-2/) - Your subscription has been set up successfully.
- [BCG](https://myjosie.com/bcg/) - x build your parental leave game plan Confidently step into parental leave – and what comes after. Parental leave is a pivotal moment, not just personally, but professionally. The skills we build as parents – communication, prioritization, resilience – are the very same ones that make us stronger leaders. Sign up today to get the
- [True](https://myjosie.com/true/) - x we're so glad you're here True is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why True has partnered with Josie — a platform dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of working parents like you. Through this partnership, you’ll have access to confidential,
- [The Academy](https://myjosie.com/the-academy/) - x we're so glad you're here The Academy is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve partnered with Josie — a platform designed to help working parents just like you thrive. Through this partnership, you have access to confidential and personalized coaching, practical
- [Wash U School of Medicine](https://myjosie.com/washu/) - x we're so glad you're here WashU Medicine is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve launched a pilot partnership with Josie — a personalized coaching and content platform designed to support you through parental leave.This pilot program is open to all faculty
- [Kearney](https://myjosie.com/kearney-resources/) - x we're so glad you're here Kearney is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve partnered with Josie, a leading provider of coaching, content, and community support for working parents. All Kearney employees can access Josie’s content library below.Have questions? Please reach out
- [Eide Bailly](https://myjosie.com/eide-bailly/) - x we're so glad you're here Eide Bailly is committed to supporting you in every aspect of your life — at work and at home. That’s why we’ve launched a pilot partnership with Josie — a platform designed to help working parents just like you thrive. Through this partnership, you have access to confidential and
- [Privacy Policy](https://myjosie.com/privacy-policy/) - Website Privacy Policy Last Updated 18 September 2024. We are so happy you found your way to our corner of the internet. Thank you for becoming a part of our online community at My Josie, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," “our”). As you browse our Website, please know that we respect your privacy and are committed
- [Terms of Purchase](https://myjosie.com/terms_of_purchase/) - Last Updated 18 September 2024. Thank you for your support and interest in Josie. We are so thankful to have you as a part of our Josie community! Please review these Terms of Purchase very carefully. By purchasing our products and/or services, you are agreeing to these and are expressing that you have been given
- [Terms of Use](https://myjosie.com/terms/) - Last Updated 18 September 2024. Thank you for visiting our Company’s website (“Website”). We hope you find what you are looking for and enjoy our website content, which has been thoughtfully crafted for users like you. Please review these Terms of Use very carefully. By accessing our Website, you are agreeing to these and are
- [Blog](https://myjosie.com/blog/) - Josie’s Working Parents Blog covers relatable stories, practical tips and real-life advice to help balance career and the joys and challenges of parenting.
- [#IWISHIHADTHIS](https://myjosie.com/iwishihadthis/) - Josie provides tips, resources, and content for new parents based on input from others on what they wish they had when they became first-time parents.
- [Thank You](https://myjosie.com/thank-you/)
- [Coming Soon](https://myjosie.com/coming-soon/) - Something exciting is coming soon! Our new website is currently under construction and we are so excited to share it with you soon. Until then – here are a few ways to connect! Contact Us X-twitter Linkedin Instagram

## My Templates

- [Footer](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-footer-281708) - Content area
- [Header](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-header-281681) - Content area
- [Resources Navigation Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=resources-navigation-template) - Home Pre-Leave Primer Life on Leave The Great Return Career-Life "Balance" Modern Family, Modern Village Managing Working Parents
- [Resources Category Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-archive-284661) - Resources Category Template Top 10 Tips for Managing Sleep Deprivation at Work Quick hitting tips to help you make do — even when you’re totally exhausted. Read More How to Tell Your Boss You’re Pregnant…AGAIN! Maybe things didn’t go as planned before, or maybe you have a new manager – whatever the reason, this tip
- [Resources Single Post Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-single-post-284663) - Resources Single Post Template Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work. Each feature spotlights leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers. From late-night feedings to early-morning board meetings, these stories remind us that no two working parent
- [Content Type Archive Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=content-type-archive-template) - Top 10 Tips for Managing Sleep Deprivation at Work Quick hitting tips to help you make do — even when you’re totally exhausted. Read More How to Tell Your Boss You’re Pregnant…AGAIN! Maybe things didn’t go as planned before, or maybe you have a new manager – whatever the reason, this tip sheet helps you
- [Default Kit](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=default-kit)
- [Resources Post Loop Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-284679) - Resources Post Loop Template Read More
- [Category Loop Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-loop-item-284529) - Explore
- [Single Post Navigation Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=single-post-navigation-template) - PrevPreviousSingle Post Main Content Wrap NextResources Single Post TemplateNext
- [Single Post Main Content Wrap](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=single-post-main-content-wrap) - July 21, 2025 Desmond Thakur July 21, 2025 Desmond Thakur Share: More Posts Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Laura Best Read More » The Modern Parenting Paradox: Why We Spend More Time with Our Kids but Feel Less Connected Read More » Shift Happens: Advice For Navigating Transitions Read More » Shift Happens: When
- [Single Post Hero Template](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=single-post-hero-template) - Single Post Hero Template
- [Elementor Products Archive #282752](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-products-archive-282752) - Parental Leave Coaching for Working Parents You can totally own your parental leave, conquer the comeback, and navigate those early years of working parenthood like the boss you are. Think of us as your ride-or-die — offering you holistic mental, emotional, and professional support to help balance family and career — whatever that means for
- [Meltwater 3](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=meltwater-3) - For the Type-A, expecting parent... manager - parent or not - looking to effectively support working parents and navigate tricky team dynamics... working parent who loves coaching and looking for comprehensive support... second-time + parent that’s ready to roll up their sleeves and get out ahead of the madness... Working Parent Bootcamp: Career Fitness Reboot Perfect for new or seasoned working parents who want to set themselves up for success. What It Is: Three, 50-minute, 1-on-1 virtual coaching sessions with a Josie Transition Coach:Setting an Intentional VisionThe Modern Working Parent RoadmapEmpowered Communications With Heart, With Hustle A coaching
- [Meltwater 2](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=meltwater-2) - For the working parent in need of a mental wellness reboot... parent looking to define their version of “balance”... first-time parent looking for a “been there, done that” friend... second-time+ parent ready to roll up their sleeves and get out ahead of the madness... With Heart, With Hustle A coaching experience designed for parents who want to navigate career and family life with heart and purpose. What’s Included: Five, 50-minute 1-on-1 virtual coaching sessions. Who You’ll Work With: Josie Transition Coach (3 sessions)Josie Mental Health Coach (1 session)Josie Career/Executive Coach (1 session) Work-Life
- [Meltwater 1](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=meltwater-1) - For the Type-A, expecting parent... time-strapped new parent recently returning to work... working parent hitting a wall and in need of a pick-me-up... practical advice-seekers on childcare, meal planning, boundary setting, or time management... Pre-Leave Power Up Designed for expecting parents who want to approach leave with confidence and clarity. What It Is: One, 50-minute 1-on-1 virtual coaching session. Plus, access to the Josie Prepping for Parental Leave Playbook:Email templatesPlanning templatesTips and best practicesCurated resources Who You’ll Work With: A Josie Transition Coach,
- [Elementor Single Post #282094](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-single-post-282094) - Elementor Single Post #282094 August 30, 2024 Desmond Thakur Heart & Hustle is a candid interview series celebrating working parents who are thriving at home and at work. Each feature spotlights leaders balancing the demands of parenthood with the hustle of building fulfilling careers. From late-night feedings to early-morning board meetings, these stories remind us
- [Single Product](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-single-product-282119) - Related Products
- [shop5](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=shop5) - Transition Coaching Serves as your hype team lead throughout the program, and roll-up-your-sleeves partner in proactively planning for working parent transitions. Mental Health Coaching Supports you in developing core skills to proactively manage stress and avoid unhealthy territory/burnout. Career Coaching Helps you navigate common career-related questions and changing dynamics while assuming a new ‘working parent’
- [shop4](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=shop4) - Good news! Many employers will cover the cost of Josie coaching. We’ve supported employees from Adobe, The Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative, The Federal Reserve, Crossover Health, and many others this way. Professional development and wellness budgets are typically available for the type of programming we offer. Send your manager or HR leader a letter today.
- [shop3](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=shop3) - Frequently Asked Questions How do I know if Josie is right for me? Unlike boxy tshirts, there’s no one size fits all solution for everyone. Here are a few reasons that parents seek us out… You’re looking for a sounding board for uncomfortable conversations with your boss or partner;You’re working through the mental and emotional challenges
- [shop2](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=shop2) - Get started today with a Josie Program that aligns with your needs: Price: $99 Pre-Leave Power Up Read More Baby on the way? Take the stress out of your upcoming leave in just 50 minutes with a Josie Transition Coach. You’ll walk away with a personalized plan and our signature Pre-Leave Playbook to ace your
- [shop1](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=shop1) - Parental Leave Coaching for Working Parents You can totally own your parental leave, conquer the comeback, and navigate those early years of working parenthood like the boss you are. Think of us as your ride-or-die — offering you holistic mental, emotional, and professional support to help balance family and career — whatever that means for
- [Elementor Archive #282508](https://myjosie.com/?elementor_library=elementor-archive-282508) - Template: Elementor Archive #282508 We’re Basking In Your Backing Of Our Launch August 4, 2022 Heart & Hustle: A Conversation with Laura Best July 2, 2026 The Modern Parenting Paradox: Why We Spend More Time with Our Kids but Feel Less Connected June 24, 2026 Shift Happens: Advice For Navigating Transitions June 9, 2026 Shift

## Memberships

- [Corporate Membership](https://myjosie.com/register/corporate-membership/)

## Resource Library

- [Shift Happens: The Working Parent Transition Playbook](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/shift-happens-the-working-parent-transition-playbook/) - A bigger role at work. A growing family. A shifting school schedule. The only sure thing in parenthood is transition. Gain actionable insights from thought leaders on how to navigate the moments no one prepares you for.
- [Kids Like Ours](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/kids-like-ours/) - An honest conversation about what parents are carrying behind the scenes, why so many caregivers feel stretched to their limits, and how workplaces can create cultures where people thrive.
- [Beyond Birth: How Moms in Health Care Can Make It Work](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/beyond-birth-how-moms-in-health-care-can-make-it-work/) - Michelle Yu talks all things parents in healthcare on the American Hospital Association's award-winning podcast series.
- [How to Respond to Comments About Leave – Non-Birthing Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-respond-to-comments-about-leave-non-birthing-parents/) - Common workplace scenarios and suggested scripts / guides designed to help you stand your ground while remaining professional.
- [Parental Leave Guide – Non-Birthing Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/parental-leave-guide-non-birthing-parents/) - We’re changing the narrative with a parental leave plan that’s as professional as it is personal for non-birthing parents.
- [Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Postpartum – Non-Birthing Parent Edition](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-postpartum-non-birthing-parent-edition/) - Insights for non-birthing parents navigating the postpartum season.
- [Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Postpartum – Non-Birthing Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-postpartum-non-birthing-parents/) - Helpful insights and reminders for non-birthing parents navigating the postpartum season.
- [Childcare Strategy Guide and Score Sheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-strategy-guide-and-score-sheet/) - Making a plan for childcare can be overwhelming. We’ve got you covered. Our 5-step guide and customizable score sheet will help you create a solid plan for you and your family.
- [Loneliness in Modern Parenthood](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/loneliness-in-modern-parenthood/) - A practical guide to understanding and addressing loneliness in modern parenthood - one small connection at a time.
- [How to Craft the Perfect OOO Message](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-craft-the-perfect-ooo-message/) - Make sure your clients, customers, partners, etc. know that you’re on leave - and do it in a way that feels authentically you.
- [#IWISHIHADTHIS (AND NOW WE DO!)](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/iwishihadthis-and-now-we-do/) - A round-up of everything the Josie community wished they had when they were becoming parents.
- [3A Framework for Managers](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/3a-framework-for-managers/) - Bringing awareness, acknowledging the situation, and taking action are easy ways that managers can lead with empathy and cultivate a successful, supportive working parent culture.
- [Health Equity for Her](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/health-equity-for-her/) - Reflections on empowering women through mental health and wellness.
- [The Importance of a Great Coach](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/the-importance-of-a-great-coach/) - What if we told you coaches aren’t just for sports?
- [Bringing Your Work to Kids](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/bringing-your-work-to-kids/) - A how-to-guide on answering your kids’ big questions about work with a little heart and a lot of honesty.
- [Top 10 Tips for Managing Sleep Deprivation at Work](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-tips-for-managing-sleep-deprivation-at-work/) - Quick hitting tips to help you make do — even when you’re totally exhausted.
- [Acing Your Post Leave Meetings](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/acing-your-post-leave-meetings/) - Ace your return-to-work meetings - including email templates and scripting you can readily use.
- [Asking for Flexibility: A How To Guide](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/asking-for-flexibility-a-how-to-guide/) - Our playbook — chock-full of scripts — to help you advocate for yourself in your ask for flexibility.
- [Confidence from the Closet Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/confidence-from-the-closet-tipsheet/) - What we wear can impact how we feel. Clear the clutter and find a boost of confidence in your closet.
- [Heart & Hustle: Stories from the Trenches](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/heart-hustle-stories-from-the-trenches/) - Members of the Josie community share their real life stories on finding harmony as working parents.
- [Passion Chats: Helping Parents Rise](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/passion-chats-helping-parents-rise/) - A candid conversation on navigating the intersection of parenthood and career ambitions.
- [Build Your Return-to-Work Schedule](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/build-your-return-to-work-schedule/) - Get reacquainted with your dear old friend excel and make a return schedule that works for you.
- [Handling Unwelcome Comments](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/handling-unwelcome-comments/) - A guide to navigating awkward comments with clarity and confidence.
- [10 Things to Remember When Returning to Work After Baby](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/10-things-to-remember-when-returning-to-work-after-baby/) - We’ve compiled the best tips for returning to work after parental leave from Josie clients.
- [Common Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Services](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/common-pregnancy-postpartum-support-services/) - Get a quick overview of available pregnancy and postpartum services.
- [How to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant…AGAIN!](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-tell-your-boss-youre-pregnantagain/) - Maybe things didn’t go as planned before, or maybe you have a new manager – whatever the reason, this tip sheet helps you think through the conversation (again!) and gives you scripting to broach the subject a second (third? fourth?) time.
- [Childcare Options: Benefits & Considerations](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-options-benefits-considerations/) - Tiny humans, big needs. Explore benefits and considerations of different types of childcare.
- [Managing Resentment](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/managing-resentment/) - In just 3 minutes, this video helps managers unpack team resentment during leave coverage—and reveals why it’s usually not about the leave at all, but an unmet need hiding underneath.
- [How To: Build Your Working Parent Village](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-build-your-working-parent-village/) - Josie CEO & Co-Founder Michelle Yu walks you through creating your own working parent village.
- [The Truth About Work-Life "Balance"](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/the-truth-about-work-life-balance/) - It's not what you think. Our founder's honest take on doing it differently.
- [Empowering Working Parents: Navigating Challenges and Cultivating Success](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/empowering-working-parents-navigating-challenges-and-cultivating-success/) - Josie CEO & Co-Founder Michelle Yu on Rewrite the Mother Code with Dr. Gertrude Lyons.
- [What do Working Parents Need the Most?](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/what-do-working-parents-need-the-most/) - Join Josie CEO Michelle Yu on the Successful Working Parents podcast to talk through the common needs of working parents, how to advocate for yourself with your manager, the mental health of working parents, and much more.
- [Leading with Care through the Return to Work](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/leading-with-care-through-the-return-to-work/) - The transition back can be tricky! This mini guide is packed with insights, actionable strategies, and tools to help you set up returning parents (and yourself!) for success.
- [Pre-Leave Leadership Mini Guide](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/pre-leave-leadership-mini-guide/) - Wondering what to expect when a team member goes on leave? This mini guide covers what’s ahead, practical steps you can take, and research-backed best practices to support both your team and your soon-to-be parent.
- [Build Your Working Parent Village](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/build-your-working-parent-village/) - Because the saying “it takes a village” didn’t come from nowhere. Follow our framework to intentionally build yours.
- [Five to Thrive: Top 5 Resources for Community](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/five-to-thrive-top-5-resources-for-community/) - Our favorite resources for community building crowdsourced from - you guessed it - the Josie community.
- [Get Calm](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/get-calm/) - Think about and set boundaries in a new way with our signature framework.
- [Self-Care Planning Template](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/self-care-planning-template/) - Two steps to reignite your self-care.
- [Five to Thrive: Books & Podcasts for Balancing Work & Family](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/five-to-thrive-books-podcasts-for-balancing-work-family/) - Our favorite resources for work-life navigation crowdsourced from the Josie community.
- [Handling the Unexpected Kid at Home Days](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/handling-the-unexpected-kid-at-home-days/) - A last-minute kid-at-home day can derail your plans fast. This guide offers quick strategies to help you stay calm, clear, and productive.
- [15 Ways to Get 15 Minutes Back in Your Day](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/15-ways-to-get-15-minutes-back-in-your-day/) - Our best time saving tips crowdsourced from the Josie team.
- [Navigating Remote Work](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/navigating-remote-work/) - Work-life “balance” strategies for managing business and babies with remote work.
- [Tips for Finding New Parent Friends: Because You Need a Village](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/tips-for-finding-new-parent-friends-because-you-need-a-village/) - If you’re in need of some grown-up connections (and a little adult conversation), here are some tips for finding new parent friends.
- [Time Management Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/time-management-tipsheet/) - Josie’s top time management tips for working parents.
- [Mastering Meal Planning](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/mastering-meal-planning/) - Free up some mindshare with meal planning in a way that works for you and your family.
- [Build Your Self-Care Cake](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/build-your-self-care-cake/) - A delicious, action-oriented, and unconventional approach to self-care.
- [Talking to Kids About Layoffs](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/talking-to-kids-about-layoffs/) - Layoffs are hard and talking to your kids about them can feel even harder. These tips and scripts will help you navigate those tricky conversations with your littles.
- [Translator Framework](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/translator-framework/) - This framework helps managers and working parents translate fuzzy expectations into clear, shared priorities that support sustainable performance.
- [Five to Thrive: Books & Podcasts for the Return to Work](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/five-to-thrive-books-podcasts-for-the-return-to-work/) - Grounding stories, tactical tips, and honest voices for working parents in the thick of it.
- [Best Practices for the First Day, Week, Month Back from Parental Leave](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/best-practices-for-the-first-day-week-month-back-from-parental-leave/) - A real-world, no fluff roadmap for surviving the first big milestones on your return to work journey.
- [Pumping at the Office](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/pumping-at-the-office/) - Key tips for pumping in the office
- [Working Motherhood and Mental Health](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/working-motherhood-and-mental-health/) - Shining a light on the importance of maternal mental health.
- [How to Fly with a Breast Pump & Pumped Breastmilk](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-fly-with-a-breast-pump-pumped-breastmilk/) - Flying with liquid gold? Here’s everything you need to know and do for a smooth flight.
- [Create Your Working Parent Vision Statement](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/create-your-working-parent-vision-statement/) - Create your working parent vision statement in three easy steps with Josie Co-Founder & CEO Michelle Yu.
- [Pumping on the Road Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/pumping-on-the-road-tipsheet/) - Traveling while pumping? We’ve got you covered.
- [Mindful Moments Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/mindful-moments-tipsheet/) - Josie’s tried and true top five techniques for when you need a moment of grounding.
- [Create a Nourishing Sleep Routine](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/create-a-nourishing-sleep-routine/) - An easy-to-implement guide for creating sleep habits that serve you as a working parent.
- [Five to Thrive: Books & Podcasts for Parental Leave](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/five-to-thrive-books-podcasts-for-parental-leave/) - Josie’s go-to picks for parental leave to help you feel informed, supported, and connected.
- [Partner Communication Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/partner-communication-tipsheet/) - Tips for staying connected and communicating clearly with your partner.
- [Holiday Mantras to Stay Sane & Centered](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/holiday-mantras-to-stay-sane-centered/) - The holidays don’t have to be perfect to be meaningful - at home or at work. These gentle reminders are here to help you stay present, protect your peace, and make space for real connection and calm.
- [Everyday Mantras for Working Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/everyday-mantras-for-working-parents/) - Balancing work and family isn’t about doing it all - it’s about finding your rhythm in the real-life juggle. These simple mantras offer a moment to breathe, reset, and remind yourself: you’re doing enough, and you’re not alone.
- [Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Postpartum](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-postpartum/) - Honest reflections and helpful tips for life after birth.
- [Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Adding a Sibling](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-adding-a-sibling/) - Tips and insights for welcoming a new sibling into the family.
- [Perinatal Mental Health Conditions Comparison Chart](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/perinatal-mental-health-conditions-comparison-chart/) - A quick reference of common Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders. This document does not provide any medical advice and is not exhaustive. If you think you may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder, please contact your provider or the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 1-833-TLC-MAMA.
- [Perinatal Mental Health Providers Side by Side](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/perinatal-mental-health-providers-side-by-side/) - A quick-reference guide to providers specializing in mental health care during pregnancy and postpartum.
- [Childcare Shop Guide: Family Member](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-shop-guide-family-member/) - Our guides are here to help you explore what to consider, how the process works, and how to manage different types of childcare - so you can find the right fit for you and your family.
- [Childcare Shop Guide: Au Pair](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-shop-guide-au-pair/) - Our guides are here to help you explore what to consider, how the process works, and how to manage different types of childcare - so you can find the right fit for you and your family.
- [Childcare Shop Guide: Nanny & Nanny Shares](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-shop-guide-nanny-nanny-shares/) - Our guides are here to help you explore what to consider, how the process works, and how to manage different types of childcare - so you can find the right fit for you and your family.
- [Childcare Shop Guide: Daycare](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/childcare-shop-guide-daycare/) - Our guides are here to help you explore what to consider, how the process works, and how to manage different types of childcare - so you can find the right fit for you and your family.
- [Five to Thrive: Books & Podcasts for Expecting Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/five-to-thrive-books-podcasts-for-expecting-parents/) - Josie’s top recommendations for books and podcasts to help navigate pregnancy and prepare for parenthood.
- [Money Matters: Financial Tips for the Expecting Parent](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/money-matters-financial-tips-for-the-expecting-parent/) - Having kids is expensive! ???? Take a look at these budgeting tips from Josie to jump start your baby financial planning.
- [Parental Leave Intention Statement](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/parental-leave-intention-statement/) - Create an intention for how you envision your parental leave.
- [Hospital Bag Checklist](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/hospital-bag-checklist/) - It’s almost “go” time and you have absolutely no idea what to bring to the hospital!? ???? This handy checklist can guide you through what could be necessary, nice to have, or optional for your hospital stay.
- [Top 10 Things I Wish I Knew About Pregnancy](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/top-10-things-i-wish-i-knew-about-pregnancy/) - Pregnancy is no joke! It comes with a lot of changes and feelings - which are all valid. Josie shares the top 10 things we wish we knew when growing a human.
- [Postnatal Support System](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/postnatal-support-system/) - A quick planning template to ensure you’ve lined up the support you need (and deserve).
- [Build Your Postpartum Village](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/build-your-postpartum-village/) - You’ve heard the saying “it takes a village,” but how do you build it? With some proactive planning – we’re here to help.
- [Maternity Leave: What to Know Before You Go](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/maternity-leave-what-to-know-before-you-go/) - Best practices before you head out to welcome your baby.
- [How to Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/how-to-tell-your-boss-youre-pregnant/) - Starting the convo can feel tough - this tip sheet gives you prompts, scripts, and email templates to make it easier.
- [A Different Take on Back to School](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/a-different-take-on-back-to-school/) - Preparing for another back-to-school season.
- [New Parent Gift Ideas](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/new-parent-gift-ideas/) - Thoughtful ways to celebrate and support your team member and their newest, tiniest teammate
- [Four Pillars of Emotional Regulation](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/four-pillars-of-emotional-regulation/) - Josie’s signature framework for navigating the emotional ups and downs of working parenthood - and let’s face it, life in general.
- [Asking for that Promotion](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/asking-for-that-promotion/) - For parents ready to grow: clear, confident scripting to ask for that next step.
- [Pre-Leave Playbook](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/pre-leave-playbook/) - Everything you need to prepare yourself and your team to take your parental leave.
- [Create a Parental Leave Intention Statement](https://myjosie.com/resource-library/create-a-parental-leave-intention-statement/) - Get grounded before your leave by creating an intention statement in three easy steps.

## Products

- [Parental Leave Program (6-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/parental-leave-program-6/) - Each participant works with a Josie coach for six personalized sessions - one before leave to plan and communicate effectively, and five after returning to support reintegration, confidence, and well-being.
- [Working Parent Bootcamps (3-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/working-parent-bootcamps-3-sessions/) - What’s Included Three, 50-minute, 1-on-1 virtual coaching sessions, plus: Access to Josie app Chat with your Josie coaches in between sessions and beyond Access to Josie content library Your choice of track from three options based on your priorities/needs: Mental Fitness Reboot: Setting an Intentional Vision, Strengthening Emotional Regulation, Self-Care as Strategic Advantage (All
- [Parental Leave Program (3-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/parental-leave-program-three-session/) - Parental Leave isn't meant to be navigated alone. This three session program gives you just the right amount of support to both prepare for leave and return to work with confidence, clarity, and calm.
- [Open Coaching (5-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/open-coaching-5-sessions/) - Looking for flexible, ongoing support? Start with a 5-session package of 50-minute virtual coaching with a Josie Transition, Mental Health, or Career Coach, designed to meet you where you are - whether you need a focused reset, help navigating a specific challenge, or steady support as work and life evolve.
- [Open Coaching (3-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/open-coaching-3/) - Looking for flexible, ongoing support? Start with a 3-session package of 50-minute virtual coaching with a Josie Transition, Mental Health, or Career Coach, designed to meet you where you are - whether you need a focused reset, help navigating a specific challenge, or steady support as work and life evolve.
- [Parental Leave Program (3-Sessions)](https://myjosie.com/product/parental-leave-program-3/) - If the working parent grind isn’t giving you the space to catch your breath, our Working Parents Bootcamps can help. This three session package gives you the support you need, when you need it. Whether you need to recharge your mental health, reignite your career, or even a more custom approach — Josie’s got your back.
- [Pre-Leave Prep](https://myjosie.com/product/pre-leave-power-up/) - Baby on the way? Take the stress out of your upcoming leave in just 50 minutes with a Josie Transition Coach. You’ll walk away with a personalized plan and our signature Pre-Leave Playbook to ace your transition like a pro. Because preparing for parental leave shouldn’t feel like a second job — we’ve got your back.
- [Work-Life Warriors](https://myjosie.com/product/work-life-warriors/) - Our flagship program gives you everything you need to thrive (and not just survive) being a great parent and killing it in a serious career. Our eight in-depth coaching sessions provide immersive, all-around support, with expert guidance from Josie Transition, Mental Health, and Career Coaches, plus access to our app, digital journal, and content library. Working parenthood with confidence, and on your terms.
- [Flexpertise Freebie](https://myjosie.com/product/flexpertise-freebie/) - Having a baby is a major life transition – and being our best at home and at work will very likely mean asking for support and flexibility. But let’s face it—asking for that flexibility at work can be daunting and downright uncomfortable.

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://myjosie.com/category/uncategorized/)
- [Our Company](https://myjosie.com/category/our-company/)
- [Post](https://myjosie.com/category/post/)
- [Announcement](https://myjosie.com/category/announcement/)
- [Working Parent Feature](https://myjosie.com/category/working-parent-feature/)
- [Employer Best Practices](https://myjosie.com/category/employer-best-practices/)
- [Inclusivity](https://myjosie.com/category/inclusivity/)
- [Maternity Leave](https://myjosie.com/category/maternity-leave/)
- [Parental Leave](https://myjosie.com/category/parental-leave/)
- [Work Life Balance](https://myjosie.com/category/work-life-balance/)
- [Social Campaign](https://myjosie.com/category/social-campaign/)
- [Mental Health](https://myjosie.com/category/mental-health/)
- [Health Equity](https://myjosie.com/category/health-equity/)
- [Remote Work](https://myjosie.com/category/remote-work/)
- [Self Care](https://myjosie.com/category/self-care/)
- [Employee Resource Groups](https://myjosie.com/category/employee-resource-groups/)
- [Coaching](https://myjosie.com/category/coaching/)
- [Feeding & Nutrition](https://myjosie.com/category/feeding-nutrition/)
- [holidays](https://myjosie.com/category/holidays/)
- [Tips and Tricks](https://myjosie.com/category/tips-and-tricks/)
- [Return to Work](https://myjosie.com/category/return-to-work/)
- [Dads](https://myjosie.com/category/dads/)
- [Community](https://myjosie.com/category/community/)
- [Guest Blog](https://myjosie.com/category/guest-blog/)
- [Heart & Hustle](https://myjosie.com/category/heart-hustle/)
- [Shift Happens](https://myjosie.com/category/shift-happens/)

## Tags

- [work transition plan](https://myjosie.com/tag/work-transition-plan/)
- [maternity leave best practices](https://myjosie.com/tag/maternity-leave-best-practices/)
- [work-life balance](https://myjosie.com/tag/work-life-balance/)
- [maternity leave transition](https://myjosie.com/tag/maternity-leave-transition/)
- [what new parents want](https://myjosie.com/tag/what-new-parents-want/)
- [tips for new parents](https://myjosie.com/tag/tips-for-new-parents/)
- [new parent advice](https://myjosie.com/tag/new-parent-advice/)
- [mental health](https://myjosie.com/tag/mental-health/)
- [health equity](https://myjosie.com/tag/health-equity/)
- [inclusion](https://myjosie.com/tag/inclusion/)
- [wellness](https://myjosie.com/tag/wellness/)
- [remote work](https://myjosie.com/tag/remote-work/)
- [work from home](https://myjosie.com/tag/work-from-home/)
- [self care](https://myjosie.com/tag/self-care/)
- [employer best practices](https://myjosie.com/tag/employer-best-practices/)
- [caregivers](https://myjosie.com/tag/caregivers/)
- [working dads](https://myjosie.com/tag/working-dads/)
- [ERGs](https://myjosie.com/tag/ergs/)
- [holiday tips](https://myjosie.com/tag/holiday-tips/)
- [inclusivity](https://myjosie.com/tag/inclusivity/)
- [coaching](https://myjosie.com/tag/coaching/)
- [therapy](https://myjosie.com/tag/therapy/)
- [tips and tricks](https://myjosie.com/tag/tips-and-tricks/)
- [breastfeeding](https://myjosie.com/tag/breastfeeding/)
- [pumping](https://myjosie.com/tag/pumping/)
- [back to school](https://myjosie.com/tag/back-to-school/)
- [employee resource groups](https://myjosie.com/tag/employee-resource-groups/)
- [our company](https://myjosie.com/tag/our-company/)
- [womens history month](https://myjosie.com/tag/womens-history-month/)
- [holidays](https://myjosie.com/tag/holidays/)
- [company culture](https://myjosie.com/tag/company-culture/)
- [parent feature](https://myjosie.com/tag/parent-feature/)
- [framework](https://myjosie.com/tag/framework/)
- [maternity leave](https://myjosie.com/tag/maternity-leave/)
- [parental leave](https://myjosie.com/tag/parental-leave/)
- [return to work](https://myjosie.com/tag/return-to-work/)
- [dads](https://myjosie.com/tag/dads/)
- [community](https://myjosie.com/tag/community/)
- [working parents](https://myjosie.com/tag/working-parents/)
- [professional services](https://myjosie.com/tag/professional-services/)
- [shift happens](https://myjosie.com/tag/shift-happens/)

## Content Types

- [Playbook](https://myjosie.com/content-type/playbook/)
- [Article](https://myjosie.com/content-type/article/)
- [Video](https://myjosie.com/content-type/video/)
- [Podcast](https://myjosie.com/content-type/podcast/)
- [Tipsheet](https://myjosie.com/content-type/tipsheet/)
- [Framework](https://myjosie.com/content-type/framework/)
- [Scripting](https://myjosie.com/content-type/scripting/)
- [Template](https://myjosie.com/content-type/template/)

## Resource Categories

- [Pre-leave Primer](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/pre-leave-primer/) - Our treasure trove of tips and tools will help you prepare for leave like a pro. Say goodbye to stress and hello to a fun, engaging experience as you discover strategies for a smooth transition. From crafting genius out-of-office messages to nailing key conversations with colleagues – we’ve got your back.
- [Life On Leave](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/life-on-leave/) - From identity shifts to baby blowouts, this section helps you navigate the emotional rollercoaster of parental leave. Learn to set boundaries, protect your time, and manage expectations. We’ve got tips on staying connected (without staying on), mental health check-ins, and go-to resources for support and community. Because this season is no break…and you deserve real care.
- [The Great Return](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/the-great-return/) - Master sleep routines, pumping at the office or on the road, and build your ideal work schedule using our templates. Nail your first meeting with your manager and ask for flexibility with confidence using our playbook and scripts. Plus, check out our video on creating a grounding personal vision statement for working parenthood.
- [Career-life “balance”](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/career-life-balance/) - Ah, balance – that word. It can trigger so many thoughts, feelings, and questions such as “is that even realistic?” At Josie, balance is not about a perfect 50/50 split on home and work life – it’s a feeling that you’re in control, that you’re supported, and have techniques to fall back on when the going gets rough (and the going will indeed, get rough).
- [Modern Family, Modern Village](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/modern-family-modern-village/) - You don’t have to do it all – and you’re not meant to. This section helps you map your modern village, from partners and co-parents to managers, mentors, and family members. Get tools to delegate with confidence, have the “who’s doing what?” convo with less friction, and identify your support circle at home and work.
- [Managing Working Parents](https://myjosie.com/resource-category/managing-working-parents/) - This section equips managers to lead with empathy, communicate clearly, and foster inclusion without lowering the performance bar. From leave planning templates to scripts for tricky conversations, you’ll find practical tools to help you and your team thrive.

## Product categories

- [Uncategorized](https://myjosie.com/product-category/uncategorized/)