I’d love to help you find your new path. See how you can work with me to discover how to grow in your fatherhood journey. 

As a certified gentle parenting coach and a devoted father to an incredible son, I embarked on the journey of Ready To Dad as a tribute to the two priceless gifts that parenthood has bestowed upon me: a newfound love and a profound appreciation for the beauty of raising a child.

However, the path to this realization was challenging, and I'm the first to admit that it has sometimes been rocky sailing. In my early days as a first-time father to an exuberant boy, I was well aware of the aspects of parenting I wanted to avoid, yet I often found myself unsure about the alternatives to embrace. My child deserved a strong and secure connection with me, but I wondered if I was taking the proper steps to nurture that bond. Battling my tendencies as a recovering perfectionist, I was determined to ensure my fear of falling short didn't hinder my genuine connection with my son.

In pursuing a confident and accountable leader in my parenting journey, I sometimes caught myself attributing challenges to my children rather than facing them head-on. My goal was to bridge the gap between the principles I understood my children deserved and my actions to provide for them.

The parenting model I coach is built on these vital foundations. It encompasses the art of responsive action over impulsive reaction, the means to foster and sustain a secure attachment, and the tools to navigate my nervous system while acknowledging my boundaries and needs. This journey has also taught me the significance of graceful acceptance in facing failure and the art of mending with love. Ultimately, it's about discovering joy in tandem with growth.

What I've come to realize is that I am the sculptor of my parenting narrative. It's a labor of love and requires dedicated effort – a commitment to crafting the best version of myself as a parent. Every journey worth taking involves work, and parenting is undoubtedly one of the most rewarding.

Welcome to Ready To Dad, where we embrace the power of choice, growth, and meaningful connection in parenting. Let’s embark on a journey that transforms our families and lives, one intentional and thoughtful step at a time.


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ABOUT ME

MY COACHING METHOD

  • Attachment Science

    Attachment science explores the emotional bond between children and their caregivers, emphasizing how secure, responsive, and consistent relationships during early childhood profoundly impact a child's emotional well-being, social skills, and overall development. Parenting through the lens of attachment science involves fostering a secure and trusting connection to support the child's healthy emotional growth..

  • Nervous System Science & Regulation

    Nervous system science and regulation in childhood development and parenting refer to the understanding and managing of a child's physiological responses to stress, emphasizing the crucial role of caregivers in creating environments that support emotional regulation and resilience by promoting safety, connection, and positive interactions. Parenting through this perspective involves recognizing and addressing the impact of stress on a child's nervous system, fostering a secure base for emotional regulation and healthy development.

  • Child Development

    Childhood development, in the context of parenting, refers to the holistic and sequential process through which a child acquires physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills, highlighting the importance of nurturing environments, responsive caregiving, and positive interactions to ensure optimal growth and well-being.

  • Non-Violent Communication

    Nonviolent Communication in childhood development and parenting involves a communication approach that prioritizes empathetic understanding, expressing feelings and needs, and fostering collaborative problem-solving, contributing to a supportive environment where children learn practical communication skills, empathy, and emotional regulation.

  • Play

    Playing in childhood development is a fundamental process through which children explore, learn, and develop crucial cognitive, social, and emotional skills, while in parenting, encouraging and participating in play fosters a solid parent-child bond and provides a supportive context for a child's overall growth and well-being.

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Values

Where our commitment to connections, joy, and courage isn't just a statement; it's the heartbeat of what I do. I believe in the power of these values to transform your journey, offering not just guidance, but a genuine partnership in the highs and lows of parenthood

  • We are guided by earning secure attachments with our children, based on connection, communication and collaboration

  • We use what brings us joy and peace to move deeper into a relationship of harmony and understanding with our children.

  • We bravely look at our own childhoods and patterns so that we may heal our wounds and move forward with clarity and empathy

FAQs

  • Parent coaches provide parents with guidance in shaping their family dynamics, offering practical skills, strategies, and techniques for effective parenting. Unlike therapists, parent coaching doesn't delve extensively into underlying family issues or delve deeply into the past, focusing more on equipping parents with the tools they need for the present and future.

  • Conscious parenting encourages curiosity over anger, placing a strong emphasis on emotional connection, understanding, and collaboration between parents and children. It prioritizes mindfulness, aiming to maintain emotional regulation and present-moment awareness while establishing boundaries aligned with personal values. By fostering conscious parenting, you create a foundation for improved communication, enhanced parent-child bonds, and a transformation towards greater happiness and well-being for both parents and children, regardless of age.

  • The majority of parents turn to coaching in pursuit of reduced anxiety and a heightened sense of empowerment. They aim to boost their parenting confidence and gain fresh insights into addressing the challenges they encounter. A coach facilitates an exploration of your distinct parenting style and strengths, guiding you on how to maximize their impact. Furthermore, a coach equips you with valuable resources and strategies to navigate your present circumstances, enhance self-care practices, and align with your core values.

  • A coaching partnership committed to aligning your parenting choices with your core values.

    • A secure and non-judgmental environment to openly discuss your strengths and obstacles, accompanied by the guidance and support needed to foster a sense of capability, confidence, and control in your parenting journey

    • Insights and wisdom shared to enhance your comprehension of various developmental stages and typical childhood behaviors.

    • Empathetic support during challenging parenting moments, recognizing the inevitability of such times.

    • A touch of humor! Embracing a sense of humor to make the parenting journey more enjoyable and manageable.

  • As a parent coach, my sessions are exclusively with parents. I believe that you can effectively convey your concerns, enabling us to collaborate productively in addressing them. This dedicated space is designed for you to explore your strengths, define your values, and collectively shape the desired future for your family.

  • I'm delighted to work with any individual in a parenting role who wishes to participate. There is no obligation for the involvement of both or all parents.

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  • I provide the flexibility of both phone and Zoom sessions, allowing you to choose what suits your schedule best and eliminating the need for commuting. It's worth noting that self-selected group sessions may be held in person.

  • One-on-One Coaching: Designed for parents seeking to explore their own parenting style and strengths while addressing their individual parenting challenges.

  • The conventional authoritative parenting style that many of us grew up with often establishes a dynamic of fear between parent and child, leading to immediate obedience and compliance. Unfortunately, this approach can result in a long-term relationship marked by mistrust, emotional distance, and disengagement.

    In contrast, the essence of gentle parenting lies in equipping parents with a toolkit of techniques, skills, and insights to foster genuine connections, cooperation, and trust—while steering clear of the fear-based tactics we may have encountered. This nurturing approach to parenting enables effective communication, mutual understanding, and sustains a lasting sense of closeness and connection with our children.

  • Not at all. Gentle parenting is deeply rooted in establishing boundaries and recognizing natural consequences. Through empowered communication, we express our needs and values within our households, demonstrating the courage to uphold compassionate yet firm limits. This approach doesn't entail punitive measures but instead fosters collaborative problem-solving and encourages the emergence of peaceful and creative solutions.

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