Are you a new or expecting parent?

Did you know that 90% of couples report increased conflict in the first year of parenthood?

Transition to Parenthood Workshop

September Workshop - FULL
Future dates TBC

Bringing a baby home can be exciting and daunting at the same time.

Many parents are so focused on caring for their baby, they often overlook the preparation needed for how their lives will change and how they'll cope with their transition to parenthood.

  • Are you interested in beginning your journey as parents with a strong connection to your partner and a solid plan for mutual support?

  • Have you established a clear plan for postnatal recovery, family bonding, and receiving necessary support?

  • Would you like to reduce some of the anxiety and confusion that often accompanies the early months of caring for a newborn?

  • Studies have shown that parents who experience perinatal depression and anxiety are at a greater risk of experiencing relationship difficulties with their partner, such as increased conflict, reduced intimacy, and decreased satisfaction with the relationship.

  • Relationship satisfaction and mental health are intertwined – when one person in the family is suffering, the other members are likely to suffer too.

  • Research has shown that investing in preparation and support can greatly enhance the overall experience of parenthood.

Perinatal mental health refers to the emotional well-being of parents during the period before and after childbirth, typically the first year of a child's life.

In this enlightening and experiential workshop, you will learn how to:

  • Prepare for the challenges of the perinatal period of parenthood

  • Strengthen your communication and connection with your partner

  • Cope with the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy and postpartum

  • Manage stress and anxiety related to parenting

  • Nurture your own well-being as well as your relationship with your partner

What’s included:

  • Two x 90-minute Zoom sessions led by an experienced counsellor and educator

  • Customised workbook to reinforce your learning

  • Practical exercises using real-life scenarios

  • 30 minute follow-up session via Zoom for each couple
    (after the birth of baby)

*Limited places available for each workshop to allow
for an intimate and safe experience.

Testimonials

  • Expectant Mum - Second Child

    “The Transition to Parenthood workshop was much needed. It was an absolute eye opener to the struggles that we have faced as first time parents navigating our own personal relationship. As we await our second child's arrival, this workshop has provided us with the tools we will need (and needed the first time round) to battle the struggles we will face as a couple as our parenting workload doubles.

    For parents there is plenty of information on pregnancy, birthing and raising a newborn but no one really prepares you for the toll it takes on your relationship. We struggled a lot in our relationship due to hormones, lack of sleep, tiredness and just zero direction on how to maintain a successful relationship with a new baby in our lives.

    But this second time around, thanks to the invaluable information in Jackie's workshop, we now have the tools to tackle the hard stuff in our relationship without wanting to throw around the divorce word constantly. Thanks Jackie!!

  • Couple - Planning to Have a Baby

    “I attended one of the workshop series that was run by Jackie of Morrow Endeavour. From signing up to the workshop series, attending the workshops, and speaking to her one on one after the workshop, everything was so pleasant and professional. I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to attend her workshops as I learnt so much about the transition to parenthood and what it entails for us as individuals, a couple, and as parents.

    The workshops were thorough, inclusive, safe, and beautifully facilitated by Jackie. She encouraged participation, self awareness, learning, insight, safety, and so much more. Her sharing of experiences as a counsellor, mother, and woman was also very humbling. I recommend this workshop series to all couples and parents/ guardians regardless of what stage they are at in parenthood”

  • Expectant Mum - First Child

    “I didn't know how important the transition to parenthood would be. I have been so fixated on having everything ready for when the baby comes, I didn't put much thought on how it would impact the relationship between my husband and I once our baby is born.

    With the workshop that Jackie ran, it gave us an insight on what changes would occur and how we can tackle it together as a couple and get through the hurdles that will come our way. This course has given us the tools and resources to be able to get through one of the biggest challenges of our lives.

    Thank you Jackie for creating and running a workshop like this. We are very excited for our journey ahead and you have equipped us with more than we could've asked for”

  • Expectant Dad - First Child

    “I just wanted to say thank you. We think it is a really good workshop for parents to attend as I come from a broken family where my parents split when I was quite young. My partner and I share the view that having a child is a big commitment and we want to do everything in our power to make sure our child has the best life and that we have the best relationship as it does reflect on your child's future relationships”

  • Expectant Mum - Fourth Child

    “Wow. I really wished there was more of these workshops before I had my first child and how it would have helped me so much then. Even though I’m not a first time parent, I still can implement these techniques and strategies into my relationship. There was a lot of information to take in but Jacqueline was very patient and explain everything thoroughly. I would highly recommend this workshop to ALL new parents because we are not aware of these changes in our relationship once you have a baby. This should be a necessity, like how you would need a new pram. I would gift this workshop to my family and friends”

  • Expectant Mum - First Child

    “Thank you for allowing us to be a part of this workshop. We've found it very insightful and have some great tools that we now can use going into parenthood. Jacqueline is a natural presenter, very calming and easy to listen to. Wish you all the very best”

  • Expectant Mum - First Child

    My partner and I found the Transition to Parenthood Workshop valuable and insightful. The 2 part workshop was engaging and at a good pace that allowed us to take information in, share experiences and learn from other couples. I would highly recommend this workshop to any couples that are about to start parenthood as having a strong relationship and using tools to be able to effectively communicate with your partner is really important and often overlooked when preparing to have a child. Jacqueline was a great facilitator and I felt she was very relatable being a mum herself.

Marriage Counselling Melbourne

The perinatal period, including pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum phase, profoundly impacts couples and sets the tone for the following years. Unfortunately, many couples feel unprepared for the challenges it presents. While parenting classes often focus on practical aspects, such as baby care, they often overlook the emotional strain on a couple's relationship.

The quality of a couple's relationship serves as a benchmark for children, shaping their perception of what constitutes a normal and healthy partnership. Therefore, nurturing a strong and supportive partnership benefits not only the couple but also the well-being of the child.

Perinatal support provides a lifeline for couples, offering a safe space to address the unspoken expectations, conflicts, and challenges that arise during this period. Perinatal support can help couples navigate the transition to parenthood with greater resilience and strengthen their bond.

Some of the stressors couples experience during the perinatal period include:

  • Feeling neglected

  • Lack of partner involvement

  • Adjusting to new roles

  • Tension over housework

  • Family of origin issues

  • Cross-cultural issues

  • Loss of identity

  • Financial pressures

  • Feeling stretched too thin

  • Parenting power struggle

  • Each person’s needs are in competition with each other

  • Old relationship foundation and roles have shifted

*A traumatic birth, assisted reproduction, multiple babies, experiencing a loss or a baby born unwell can bring additional vulnerability.

Perinatal Counselling for Mums

Are you a mother who:

  • Struggles with painful memories of your own early life experiences

  • Is healing from developmental trauma while mothering

  • Needs support to process feelings of ‘not good enough’, shame and guilt.

  • Doesn’t know who she is anymore

  • Is experiencing challenges with a particular developmental stage of your child

 I'm here to walk alongside you by:

  • Exploring the feeling of not being 'enough' and addressing unhealed parts of yourself

  • Compassionately examining your inner critic and its protective role

  • Clarifying your values and living authentically

  • Understanding your triggers with your child/ren and partner

  • Healing from family of origin/childhood trauma as it impacts motherhood

  • Rediscovering your identity

  • Understanding your child's behaviour and finding effective strategies for their developmental stages