Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Catherine O'Brien knows that the first year of being a mother can be fraught with career, marriage, and identity issues. Her latest book, Happy with Baby: Essential Relationship Advice When Partners Become Parents, aims to arm new mothers with the skills they need to adjust to their new life all while feeling powerful.

Readers will learn exactly what you need to say when you just want some time to yourself because self-care is a must, how to bring the passion (fireworks included!) back into your relationship after the baby comes, master tips on creating an all-encompassing schedule for you, your baby, and your dates—yes, dates! How to stop keeping score and navigate your new normal together, and the three questions to ask yourself and your partner daily to ensure you’re on the same team and bonding with your new child.

“Happy with Baby is the book I wish I had when I became a mom for the first time.” - RedefiningMom.com

“Excellent advice that will make life easier for the parents and happier for the baby.” - Readers’ Favorite

Catherine helps overwhelmed parents of all ages and stages find joy, calm, and connection in their daily lives through workshops, live streams, and more. She is an LMFT with over 15 years of experience, a Certified Gottman Educator, and is certified with Postpartum Support International.

Catherine will offer a mini self care workshop for moms, along with details from her book Happy with Baby.

Photographer Rachelle from Rachelle Photography will be on to do Mom portraits of attendees and other candid shots.

LaDulce Vida Bakery, a minority woman owned business will be there with her amazing treats if anyone would like to purchase an extra treat.