Thrive as an Ambitious Parent: Expectant & New Moms Cohort Experience
Join a supportive cohort of senior leaders, founders, and business owners as we navigate professional ambition and new parenthood together.
Join the Cohort TodayWhat Your Cohort Experience Includes
Bi-weekly Virtual Meetups
Participate in 6 intimate, biweekly virtual sessions from October to December. Connect, share, and learn live with your cohort.
Exclusive Slack Channel
Maintain continuous support and connection with your cohort through a private asynchronous Slack channel.
Society Membership
Enjoy a 6-month membership to The Society of Working Moms Community, expanding your network even further.
Navigating new parenthood, career identity, and ambition
The transition into parenthood, especially for ambitious working moms, can feel isolating. This program creates the safe, empowering space to navigate this transformation with confidence.
This program creates the safe, empowering space you've been looking for. Connect with peers who "get it" β other senior leaders, founders, and business owners who are navigating the same blend of professional ambition and new family life. It's time to build your village, share your struggles, and celebrate your triumphs with a community that genuinely supports your holistic growth.
Find Your VillageWho Is This Cohort For?
Expecting or New Moms: Currently expecting or within ~1 year post-partum, navigating the exciting (and challenging!) early stages of new parenthood.
Ambitious Senior Professionals: You self-identify as a "senior level, ambitious working mom." This includes titles like Senior Manager, Director, VP, C-Suite, Founder, Investor, Solopreneur, Business Owner, Fractional, or Consultant.
Community Seekers: You are actively seeking genuine community, willing to be vulnerable, and open to sharing struggles, experiences, advice, and resources with other members.
What Our Members Say
"It was really nice to be able to have that space where we could talk about our professional ambitions and thinking about the next career step right alongside the challenges with securing childcare."
Michelle Chang
Director Key Accounts
2025 Cohort Member
"It's really valuable to have a place where you can go and feel comfortable talking about parenting and work - I feel like there is a place to go for those weird working mom things that come up."
Simone Epstein
Director of People
2025 Cohort Member
Designed & Facilitated by Kelly Ling
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This program is powered by Society of Working Moms & ELIXR Coaching, combining expertise to bring you an unparalleled support system.
With over 15 years of operational and leadership experience in Tech, Healthcare, and Professional Services, and an MBA from UC Berkeley - Haas, I'm an ICF certified leadership and executive coach dedicated to helping you thrive. Letβs build your blueprint for success in both career and parenthood.
Invest in Your Growth. Join Your Village.
Program Tuition:
This is an investment in your well-being, your growth, and your community. Empower yourself to navigate this transformative stage of life with confidence and connection.
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