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Personalized Parental Leave Coaching for Physicians & Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)
Balancing the demands of patient care, leadership, teaching, research, and other potential responsibilities—while navigating parental leave and life with a new baby—can feel overwhelming. Josie’s coaching program is designed specifically for you, providing expert guidance to help you plan your leave, return with confidence, and thrive—both at home and in your career.
Why are we even here?
- 4 in 10 female physicians leave or scale back in their careers within 6 years of residency. The primary reason? Family building. (AAMC)
- 1 in 3 female physicians report experiencing workplace discrimination due to pregnancy or breastfeeding (JAMA)
- < 50% of fathers will take their full parental leaves due to workplace stigma (Motherly)
- 7.8 weeks is the average amount of paid parental leave among leading U.S. Hospitals (JAMA)
About
Coaching Tailor-Made for One of Life’s Biggest Transitions
What it is
A 3-session personalized coaching program designed to support physicians and APPs through parental leave and the return-to-work transition.
How it works
Sign up below, complete our onboarding form, and we’ll match you to a coach to schedule your first session. Yes, it’s that easy.
When does it happen
You can get started any time. Session 1 typically takes place ~8 weeks prior to your due date, and the remaining 2 sessions after the return-to-work.
Program details
We’re here to help you navigate parental leave like a pro.
Our unique 3-session coaching experience is designed to help you navigate parental leave with confidence.
Each session is conducted virtually and is approx. 50 minutes.
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Parental Leave Power Up (3 Sessions)
Session titles and timing:
- Session 1: Pre-Leave Planning (~8 – 10 weeks prior to due date)
- Session 2: Setting an Intentional Vision for Working Parenthood (within 2 weeks before or after your return date)
- Session 3: The Modern Working Parent Roadmap (~4 – 6 weeks after your return date)
Note: Timing is flexible. For parents who already returned-to-work, we adjust topics and timing accordingly.
Topics addressed:
- Clarify short-term career goals and steps to achieve
- Discuss coverage plan and any potential concerns
- For moms planning to breastfeed: align on needs to meet pumping goals, create communication plan
- Prepare for upcoming discussions with clinical leadership
- Create strategies to protect from burnout
- Develop actionable plan to manage work / life logistics and management
Who you’ll work with:
Josie Career Coach
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What clients are saying about Josie…
Need a little taste of what we’re offering?
Click below to get instant access to our Pre-Leave Playbook for physicians and get a look at everything you need to prepare yourself and your team to take your parental leave.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 of leaving your baby;
- You’d appreciated some guidance crafting a realistic plan to manage the mental load after parental leave;
- You’d benefit from some dedicated time to identify values, priorities, and your own version of “balance”;
- You need a safe space to release all the feels with someone who just gets it.
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 colleague, clinical leadership, or partner;
- You’re working through the mental and emotional challenges of leaving your baby;
- You’d appreciate some guidance crafting a realistic plan to manage the mental load after parental leave;
- You’d benefit from some dedicated time to identify values, priorities, and your own version of “balance”;
- You need a safe space to release all the feels with someone who just gets it.
We are currently applying for CME accreditation. Stay tuned!
Our 3-session program is $599 and includes 24/7 chat access to your coach. NOTE: Josie programming is often covered by employers / reimbursable through wellness or professional development funds. We are also working to obtain CME accreditation.
There are so many paths to parenthood and so many different types of people who identify as parents – ALL are welcome 🫶And, while second (third! fourth! fifth!) time around with a baby absolutely makes you a pro, it also means you bring a fresh perspective and deeper value to the experience. We support parents no matter who or what number kid you’re on.
Yes! This program is open to all who are expecting a new child (via birth, adoption or foster placement). Birth parents, non-birth parents, and guardians are invited to participate.
Great question because delivering a super meaningful experience is our highest priority. Our Josie mental health coaches are all masters level trained therapists. Our Josie career coaches are ICF (International Coaching Federation) certified. And our Josie transition coaches are all parents – including physicians – who have walked a mile in your shoes. All of our coaches are required to pass our internal certification trainings and role play exams.
Relationship building is our sweet spot. We take great care in pairing our parents and coaches to ensure that you can be authentically you. When you get started, you’ll fill out an onboarding questionnaire that will help us pair you with an amazing coaching team we know you’ll vibe with.
We use video and phone call via our secure app that can be used on a desktop or mobile device or tablet.
Absolutely! We are totally flexible so if you’re on a walk, nursing, holding your little one, cleaning spit-up – we get it and we can make it all work.
We have more answers! Get in touch with us anytime day or night, [email protected].
I gained lessons that will stick with me for life.
- Jeremy G.
Ready to get started?
Fill out the form linked below, and the Josie team will get you onboarded.