Well Parenting: a wellness program for couples preparing for children
because well parents parent well.


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Program Description

We all want the best possible world for our children. We hope that they’ll have the audacity to lead amazing and fulfilling lives --- but where will they learn to aspire to greatness if we, their parents, haven’t done so with our own lives? Our children learn about health and happiness by observing who we are, not what we say. What will your children learn from you?

In this culture of consumerism, it feels hard to prioritize our health and happiness. But, we know that doing so is the best and the ONLY way to truly prepare for parenthood.

Well Parenting will support you through your transition to parenthood by focusing on:

Primary Nourishment
Wellness is about so much more than food, and we argue that it’s actually the non-food aspects of life -- physical activity, career, relationships, and spirituality -- that truly nourish us. We’ll examine these nutrients in our own lives and discuss ways that we can find balance within them and among them to create the life that we all desire and deserve.

Secondary Nourishment
Secondary nourishment comes from the food that we consume. We truly are what we eat, and since the cells in our body periodically regenerate, we have the ability to ACTUALLY change who we are by making changes to what we eat. We’ll focus on the importance of eating in a way that celebrates abundance, not restriction. We’ll also discuss how diet can affect fertility, how to “eat for two," and how food can sustain us through conception, pregnancy, and parenthood.

Mindfulness
We all have the ability to live in the present moment, devoting proper attention to ourselves and the world around us, but instead we spend much of our time on autopilot. When we're not present with the ones we love, we miss out on opportunities to connect on a deeper level. As we prepare for parenthood, mindfulness provides us with a solid base from which beautiful and compassionate decisions can be made about all aspects of parenting.



Program Benefits

You will:
+ foster a sustainable, healthy and enjoyable relationship with food
+ understand YOUR individual nutritional needs to create optimal health
+ explore the relationship between food and fertility
+ create a physically and emotionally healthy pregnancy
+ discover physical activity that suits YOUR body types and integrates into your lives
+ find life's work that is rewarding, fun and purposeful
+ deepen relationships with loved ones
+ unveil negative thought patterns that inhibit the achievement of your personal goals
+ connect with a spiritual practice that is rejuvenating and inspiring
+ regain control over your time --- maximizing joy and minimizing stress
+ open to the incredible opportunities and possibilities that present themselves each day
+ celebrate your strengths and overcome your inhibitions
+ connect with other aspiring parents



Program Features

Group Sessions
Program sessions are held every other Tuesday beginning November 17th from 8:00-9:30 pm EST and culminating on April 20th. To increase the accessibility of the program, all sessions will be conducted via telephone, with a maximum of 15 couples.

Guest Speaker Series
We have engaged some of New York's leading practitioners to participate in a guest speaker series, which will be held via telephone on the alternate Tuesdays, beginning November 24th, from 8:00-8:45 pm EST.

Individual & Group Support
By joining the group, you will have the ability to communicate with Liz & Steve and other group members via an online community. Additionally, you will enjoy the personal support and expertise of Liz & Steve via three one-on-one counseling sessions (one personal health history consultation, one mid-program check-in, and one end-of-program consultation) as well as unlimited personal email support.

Additional Resources
You will receive a bi-weekly email containing handouts and other materials for the upcoming session and will be enrolled to receive Liz & Steve's monthly e-newsletter. Handouts will include session outlines, delicious and easy recipes, exercises to set and realize personal intentions, and other valuable resources to help you on your way to health and happiness.



Frequently Asked Questions

How do we sign up or find out more about the program?
The next step is to schedule a free health history consultation with us by visiting www.lizandstevedooley.com.

What if we are unable to participate in a session?
No problem! Just let us know in advance and we will be happy to record the session for you.

Is this group exclusively for couples?
Of course not! We have nothing but respect and admiration for single parents and wholeheartedly welcome individual participation in the group. If you are intending to parent with a partner, however, we strongly advise the participation of both partners.

Is individual counseling still available?
Definitely! In addition to this group, we're still counseling individuals and couples one-on-one. Contact us here for more information.

Do we have to be expecting?
Definitely not! This group was designed to meet the needs of those of you who are thinking of opening your lives to children. Perhaps you are just thinking about starting a family via pregnancy or adoption or perhaps you are already expecting. All are welcome!

How will the phone format work?
The group will be held in a conference call format, with Liz & Steve as the facilitators. You will be provided with a toll-free call-in number. This won't be one of those conference calls where you put yourself on mute and go multi-task (like we do at work!). It will be highly engaging and interactive, with participants answering and asking questions along the way.


For more information, please visit: www.lizandstevedooley.com