The Parent Collective

The Parent Collective Prenatal & new parent programming that creates your community. Giving birth to a baby, whether it’s your first or third, is an exciting and nerve-wracking time.

You have millions of questions that only experience can answer, but with the right support, these anxieties can be laid to rest to help you feel that you can do this! Many people turn to hospital classes and training sessions, but we think that this misses a crucial emotional ingredient that can make having a baby less isolating and more inclusive. The Parent Collective is designed to provide info

rmation, foster open discussion and establish connections among couples living in close proximity. Our hope is that these classes will create a social network for parents in their community, offering playmates for children and a crucial support system.

05/14/2026

False contractions or real labor??

In Episode 2 of Ask a Midwife, Courtney Hart () explains how to tell the difference using the classic “longer, stronger, closer together” rule 👀

Save this + send it to your pregnant friend who’s currently analyzing every cramp and twinge.

Got a Q for Courtney? DM us or share it in the comments!

05/11/2026

Moms- and dads-to-be, we have a full Zoom class lineup for you next month.

Learn everything we teach in our in-person prenatal education series from the comfort of your own couch.

New Baby Care: Wednesday, June 10
Postpartum Prep: Monday, June 22
Labor & Delivery Prep: Tuesday, June 23
First Aid: Wednesday, June 24
Breast & Bottle Feeding: Tuesday, June 30

Sign up for each live Zoom session at TheParentCollective.com. 🔗 in bio

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO EVERY SINGLE KIND OF MOM OUT THERE!Wow, we love you, girlies. You’re the reason we do what we do e...
05/10/2026

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY TO EVERY SINGLE KIND OF MOM OUT THERE!

Wow, we love you, girlies. You’re the reason we do what we do every damn day!

Enjoy YOUR holiday, and may these gifts keep on giiiiiving. 😉

05/05/2026

Jen Brister with the hilarious truth bombs 🤣

No one is more excited for you to have kids than your friends who have kids? False. We’re absolutely buzzing for you. Because nowww you can join our prenatal education classes where we don’t sugarcoat a thing about parenting.
👏👏👏

So, grab your ice cream and we’ll meet you out back. 🍦 Class is in session. Book one in-person or online at theparentcollective.com, 🔗 in bio

Expecting a baby in Connecticut or Philly? Come through! 🍼Our Prenatal Education Series is a 4-week course designed for ...
05/04/2026

Expecting a baby in Connecticut or Philly? Come through! 🍼

Our Prenatal Education Series is a 4-week course designed for expectant couples in the third trimester to get prepped for baby and make new local friends.

Our expert doulas and midwives will teach you:
-late pregnancy & early labor prep
-delivery, pain management & relaxation techniques
-breast & bottle feeding
-new baby care (like how to change a diaper!)
-postpartum transition tips, and more...

Next up in May:
May 4: Stamford, CT
May 6: Fairfield, CT
May 9: Manayunk, PA

Register for a series near you at the link in bio or theparentcollective.com. 🔗

Got a Q? DM us. Or, share this with your pregnant besties

We’re proud to be a supporting partner of the Career, Care & Connection Summit, a 4-day virtual event for women navigati...
04/28/2026

We’re proud to be a supporting partner of the Career, Care & Connection Summit, a 4-day virtual event for women navigating career, identity, and motherhood all at once.

✨ May 12–15, 2026, 9 AM-2 PM PT / 12-5 PM ET
✨ Fully virtual (join as you can, babies welcome)
🎟️ Tickets range from $25–$97
💸 Use code “TPC” for $10 off; Plus, attendees will receive 10% off our prenatal classes!

Cohosted by our SF-Bay Area Location Director, Kelly Ling of , this 4-day event will feature keynotes, panels, & workshops on:

• returning from leave with confidence
• navigating layoffs + transitions
• taking a career break (and coming back)
• building the support you actually need

🔗 Link in bio to learn more + save your spot!

04/27/2026

Get ALL of your nanny questions answered LIVE next week in our FREE Bump to Baby Zoom class! 🌟

Stephanie Fornaro () is the founder & CEO of , a modern domestic employment firm. She’s an expert in finding the right caregiver who will fit your family and needs without any awkward situations or unclear expectations.

Join us next Wednesday at 12 PM EST for a live and candid convo. Here’s how to register:

👶 FREE *Live* Bump to Baby Zoom Call
📅 Next Wednesday, May 6, at 12 PM EST
🎥 Camera on or off
🔗 Register at the link in bio or theparentcollective.com/monthly-drop-in

04/24/2026

Too many non-birthing caregivers are still being left out of the postpartum mental health conversation.

“The perception is certainly that either tools to screen postpartum depression don’t exist—or that the ones that do aren’t meant for anyone besides birthing parents.”

In a study of 250+ non-birthing caregivers, the message was clear: support, screening, and awareness are still overwhelmingly centered on birthing parents—leaving partners and other caregivers overlooked.

Mental health in the postpartum transition affects the entire family system. It doesn’t stop at birth, and it doesn’t stop with one parent.

The Parent Collective is helping address this by building community, educating families on what symptoms to look for, supporting partners in recognizing signs of struggle, and providing resources for what to do next.

Because supporting caregivers means supporting children, too.

04/23/2026

Somewhere along the way, someone decided pregnancy is supposed to feel all magical and glowy and adorable.
But in reality? It’s often bouts of nausea, exhaustion, major hormonal changes, and not recognizing your own body.

You can hate being pregnant AND also be psyched to meet your baby. All at the same time.

In fact, research shows that emotional ups and downs during pregnancy are common, so you’re not alone. If any thoughts start to feel heavy or constant, reach out to your village for support.

🤍 Save this and share it with a friend who needs to hear it
🔗 Find your village and join one of our prenatal education classes at the link in bio

04/17/2026

NGL, jax deserves a GD medal for this lil bop about motherhood that strikes 👏 every 👏chord 👏

The transition from no baby to baby can really feel like “The Death of Her Old Self.” But here’s the thing: When you have other new moms going through the exact same thing right alongside you, wow, does it help.

We help you meet that tribe when you’re in your third trimester, and set you up with all the expert info you need so nothing comes as a shock.

Find & book our in-person classes at TheParentCollective.com.

Share this with your girls who get it. 💕

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