I Took a 9-Month Break, But I'm Back
It's been a while since I've sent a weekly email. I took a nine-month break to write a book proposal! It was a whole moment, y’all. Between the stores, my coaching practice, and the kids and Nick, I had to let the weekly emails go until I finished the proposal. Making that decision was hard, as was writing the proposal (it’s different from writing the actual book). But, it needed to be done.
And now I’m back!
Me with our three kids (ages 11, 7, and 7) in Morningside Park.
While all the book proposal writing was happening, I brought on Kathleen Price as our new SHMOM facilitator! Kathleen is an alum of the New Mom’s Group. She has been trained in our experience-first, responsive facilitation method and has been doing an amazing job fostering connections between participants while creating a safe space for them to share authentically during an incredibly vulnerable time. Our next group starts this Wednesday for all the moms with babies born in September, October, and November of 2023.
With this additional capacity, we are working on growing the SHMOM community to be bigger and better in the new year! Though we meet in the very beginning phase of motherhood we want to provide even more value and connection as your babies grow.
Next year, we are planning two annual events, clothing swaps, and more! 🥳
Kathleen is also expanding on the idea of connecting parents throughout the entire experience of parenthood.
Check out a note from her below along with a special offer that's exactly what us parents need this holiday season.
Kathleen with a few recently "graduated" SHMOMS at our Lenox store. Kathleen's the one without a baby in her arms. Her two year old sat this one out. 😆
Hello past and present SHMOMS it is an honor to become a facilitator of this lovely community.
Petrushka started something very special and I look forward to continuing to foster the connections created in the group. I'm a local celebrity chef, postpartum doula, and champion of all things parent because we are people too!
I've created Pop Ups for Parents, experiences made with parents in mind. On December 9th, I'm hosting Holly in Harlem and would love to extend the invitation for you at half the cost of a regular ticket!
Holly in Harlem is a happy hour that will truly be happy for the whole family, kids will have space to explore with extra hands on deck, chef curated bites and libations, and a photographer to capture moments.
Use code SHMOMS for 50% off regularly priced tickets!
-Kathleen
Looking forward to sharing all things mom-ing and adulting in the weeks and months ahead and hope to see you at Pop Ups for Parents!
Petrushka
P.S. New Mom's Group registration is now open through March 2024. We're meeting for the first five sessions on Zoom and the last session will be held at our Lenox store over ice cream. Register here or share this link with a new mom.