Bridgetown Baby Now Offers Parental Leave Coaching in Portland
At Bridgetown Baby, we know that when you welcome a new child into your family, you’re juggling far more than late-night feedings and diaper changes. Many parents also carry questions about how to navigate parental leave (and return!), share new responsibilities with a partner, and stay whole and thriving in the midst of it all.
That’s why we’re thrilled to share some exciting news: Bridgetown Baby is partnering with the Center for Parental Leave Leadership (CPLL) — the only full-service consulting and coaching company in the U.S. focused exclusively on parental leave, and the only certifying body for parental leave coaching.
With this partnership, Bridgetown Baby is the first postpartum care provider in Oregon to offer RETAIN™ Parental Leave Coaching as one of our services.
Find out more about Bridgetown Baby’s Parental Leave Coaching offer for Portland parents here.
What is RETAIN™ Parental Leave Coaching?
The RETAIN Method™, created by CPLL, is a proven, evidence-based approach designed to help parents and their managers move through the three phases of parental leave — preparing, during, and returning.
With a certified RETAIN™ coach, families and workplaces gain the structure, tools, and resources needed to make this transition smoother and more intentional.
At Bridgetown Baby, our RETAIN™ coaches are also certified postpartum doulas, which means you get the best of both worlds: executive coaching for your career and family planning, and hands-on emotional, physical, and newborn care support during the postpartum season.
How RETAIN™ Parental Leave Coaching Supports Families and Workplaces
For Employees & Parents
Assessment and planning session
Virtual coaching sessions tailored to your journey
A personalized offboarding plan and postpartum plan for your family
A postpartum home visit (Portland Metro) or virtual check-in
A return-to-work plan that supports both career and family
Perinatal mental health screenings to help reduce the risk of postpartum anxiety and mood disorders
For Employers & Managers
Virtual check-in sessions
Resources to navigate FMLA and state leave laws
Guidance on supporting employees through big transitions
Tools for building strong teams and family-centered workplaces
Increased employee satisfaction, lower turnover, and stronger retention of valuable talent
At Bridgetown Baby, our Parental Leave Coaching is delivered by postpartum doula, Mindy Baldwin.
Mindy Baldwin - Postpartum doula & RETAIN™ parental leave coach
Here’s what she has to say about this exciting new support offer for Portland families…
Parental leave is one of life’s most significant transitions. Without guidance, it can feel overwhelming — but with the right support, it can become a season of growth, healing, and confidence.
By bringing RETAIN™ Parental Leave Coaching to Portland, Bridgetown Baby is helping parents step into this chapter with more ease, and helping workplaces create environments where families and careers can thrive together.
Interested in learning more?
Find out more about Parental Leave Coaching, including our packages here and contact us today to explore which package is right for you or your workplace.
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