Dr. Veronica Eyo, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Dr. Veronica is passionate about helping new mamas, new and seasoned, navigate the challenges of parenthood. Dr. Veronica has extensive experience working with adults and couples in various life stages but ultimately decided to specialize in working with mothers after becoming one. Dr. Veronica’s experience of navigating motherhood, especially that first year, motivated her to pursue extensive training in how best to equip mothers for success throughout this journey.

Fun fact: Dr. Veronica focused her doctoral dissertation on how best to support the success of student mothers pursuing their higher education goals.

Credentials: Bachelor of Science degree (BS) in Family and Consumer Sciences with an emphasis in Family Studies from the California State University, Northridge (CSUN), Master of Science degree in Social Work (MSW), and Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Southern California (USC). Dissertation: Mama Learns: Examining Factors that Influence Intent to Persist in Student Mothers

ALICIA SCHOCH - PEDIATRIC SLEEP CONSULTANT

Alicia Schoch is a certified pediatric sleep consultant from Sleep Shop Consulting. As a nervous new mother who likes a schedule, Alicia researched ways to guide her daughter into a routine that worked for their family.  Although many told her it was “just luck” that her daughter was sleeping well, she was able to apply many of the same techniques for her second child and guided him into a healthy sleep routine as well.  Through her experience, Alicia understands that each child and family has different needs when it comes to creating a routine.  She loves working with each baby on an individualized sleep plan that works for their family.  Alicia is Lyla Grace and Mason's mother, and Spencer's wife.  Her family resides in her hometown of Cape Girardeau, Missouri.

Alicia has a great understanding and experience in supporting working parents, including navigating one of the most crucial parts of this transition sleep with caregivers.

Akiko Thayer - Founder of MATERNITY 411 CERTIFIED LEAVE SPECIALIST

Akiko’s mission is to empower employees with knowledge of their leave rights, as well as paid leave options, so they can have productive, efficient, and accurate conversations regarding their leave with their employers. Every minute of your leave - before and after baby's birth - is precious. Understanding maternity and paternity leave rights is no easy task. While California provides strong protections for expectant employees, navigating leave in California becomes especially challenging due to the complex interaction between the various state and federal laws.

Credentials - BA, Psychology, Boston University, Certified Leave Management Specialist, California Law HR Specialty Credential, Certificate of Achievement: Leave of Absence, California

Catherine O’Brien MA, LMFT

Catherine O’Brien is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and the founder of HappyWithBaby.com. She created Happy With Baby in order for new parents to discover the advice she wishes she could have had as a new parent. Catherine lives in Sacramento, California, where she enjoys paddle boarding and rowing with her husband and two kids. Follow her on Facebook at Happy With Baby, on Instagram @happywithbaby, and on her website, HappyWithBaby.com.

Ashley Brown - Routine Exper

Ashley Brown is a wife, mama of 2 and creator and owner of Routine and Things, which equips women to consistently live their happiest life one routine at a time. Ashley strongly believes routines are a form of wellness and can be a beautiful springboard for improving your home, yourself, and your life. She hosts the Routine and Things Podcast, a space to learn and become inspired on all things routine. She’s on a mission to see as many women as possible live life with ease by starting, maintaining, and enjoying routines!

Kris Smooke - Baby Sign Language Expert

Kris Smooke owns and operates Tiny Hands Learning, a fast-growing baby sign language business based outside of Charlotte, NC. She now offers an online course where families can access her teachings. Tiny Hands Learning was developed out of Kris’ three passions – being an educator, a sign language interpreter, and most importantly being a mom.

Kristin printon - VicE President & Wealth Manager

Kristin Printon has developed a national financial planning practice and is a Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) and Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF). She truly believes that staying in control of your financial future is a process, not a one-time event. This means that a written action plan does not serve as a destination, but rather a starting point. To be effective, a given approach must be managed and adapted over time to reflect changing priorities and life circumstances. Kristin is honored to have been recognized for her hard work, dedication to the industry, community involvement, and leadership through several awards. These include being a “2015 & 2019 Top Women in Finance” honoree by Finance & Commerce Magazine, the 2017 WaveMaker Award winner from TeamWomen, a 2018-2023 Five Star Wealth Manager from the Twin Cities Business Journal, and a “2022 Notable Women in Banking & Finance” honoree by Twin Cities Business.

Rachel Rothman - pediatric dietitian and founder of Nutrition in Bloom

Rachel Rothman, MS, RD, CLEC is a pediatric dietitian and owner of Nutrition in Bloom whose mission is to help parents conquer mealtime stress. Her practical and evidence-based approach helps families create happier, stress-free meals and gets kids eating new foods without pressure, bribing or forcing. Rachel leads group programs, works 1:1 with clients, and teaches classes using her framework. Rachel’s experience in academic, industry, clinical and classroom environments informs her unique combination of teaching and coaching. Her two young daughters are her biggest teachers, as her goal is to always help all little ones form a healthy relationship with food, so they’ll feel good about themselves and their bodies for a lifetime. You can learn more about Rachel at her website, follow her for tips and recipes on Instagram and Facebook, and download her free guide, 4 steps to help your child try new foods.

Nicole Cannon - Certified sleep consultant

Nicole Cannon, The Sleepy Mama, is a certified sleep consultant through the International Maternity and Parenting Institute and board member of The Association of Professional Sleep Consultants. Nicole has completed a certification in Infant Mental Health through the Hospital for Sick Kids in Toronto and also completed a Maternal Mental Health certificate course from Postpartum Support international. Nicole has previously worked as a Sleep Expert for Hatch Baby and been featured in publications such as Today Parents and NJ Family. Although she had previously done sleep work with families she nannied for, it wasn’t until Nicole had her first child in 2013 that she was able to experience how difficult sleep deprivation can be on both children and parents. Now a mom of four very different sleepers, Nicole looks at the entire picture and uses a variety of sleep techniques and methods with families to help everyone get more rest. Follow her on IG @sleepymamanj and Facebook at Sleepy Mama Sleep Consulting.