BabyREADY is your step-by-step guide to understanding and navigating the emotional, relational, and practical changes that come with becoming parents. Join us on this journey to strengthen your relationship, build a shared vision for parenting, and approach this life transition with confidence and teamwork.

BabyREADY is designed for couples who are expecting a baby or have recently become parents and want to feel more prepared, more connected, and more supported as they grow into their new roles together.

Course Objectives

• Describe key emotional, physical, and relational changes that occur during the transition to parenthood and how these impact the couple relationship.
• Apply communication and problem-solving strategies to strengthen teamwork and emotional connection during early parenting.
• Develop a shared plan for managing expectations around roles, work, and responsibilities after the baby arrives.
• Demonstrate increased confidence and preparedness for parenting together through reflection activities and partner discussions.

Table of Contents

• Preparing Together for the Transition to Parenthood
• Prioritizing Our Relationship
• Communication
• The Future
• The Past
• Pregnancy and Birth
• Sexual Relationship
• Mental & Emotional Health
• Balance
• Identity Shifts
• Work
• Finances
• Extended Family and Friendships
• Support Network

Format & Features

• Self-paced online learning
• Video lessons, activities, and reflection exercises
• Digital certificate upon completion
• Approximate duration: 4 hours

About the Author

This course was developed in partnership with the Utah Marriage Commission hosted by Utah State University. The primary content contributor is Rian Gordon.
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Don’t wait! Join BabyREADY today and gain the tools to communicate openly, support each other emotionally, and build a strong foundation for your growing family.