Group Schedule
Fridays
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

This is a closed 8-week group experience, meaning new participants will not be added once the group begins. This structure supports consistency, safety, and the development of meaningful connection among members as they move through the series together.

Who This Group Is For
Mothers with children from birth through 2 years old.

Insurance & Payment
We encourage participants to contact their insurance provider prior to enrollment, as coverage for group therapy services varies by plan.

Self-pay options are also available.

The New Mom Institute is led by Michelle Toigo, a health psychologist specializing in the intersection of physical health and emotional well-being. This group is comprised of eight structured modules that support women through the emotional, physical, and identity shifts of early motherhood. The curriculum integrates psychoeducation, evidence-based skills, guided reflection, and group support to help participants better understand their experience and develop practical tools for daily life in the postpartum period.

The 8-week Roadmap:

PHASE 1: UNPACKING THE TRANSITION
Week 1: Deconstructing the “Perfect Mom”
Week 2: The Biology of the “Mom-Brain”
Week 3: The Identity Shift

PHASE 2: SKILLS TO SUPPORT MOM
Week 4: Finding Calm in the Chaos
Week 5: Rewriting Your Relationships
Week 6: Offloading the Invisible Load

PHASE 3: THE MOM I WANT TO BE
Week 7: The “Good Enough” Mother
Week 8: Meaning & Moving Forward

Therapeutic Approach

Across this series, we explore the biological, psychological, and relational changes of early motherhood. Rather than relying on a single approach, our sessions integrate evidence-based modalities tailored to the unique landscape of postpartum health:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT): To help you process the profound identity shifts of becoming a mother, realign with your personal values, and build a toolbox of mindfulness and grounding strategies.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): To examine the powerful connection between your mind and body, helping you understand how hormonal shifts, physical fatigue, and thoughts interact to shape your daily experience.

• Solution-Focused Therapy: To identify your existing strengths, amplify what is already working well, and make small, sustainable changes where you feel stuck.

This group is also deeply rooted in reproductive physiology. We will consistently bring the conversation back to the biological changes your body is navigating, providing a clinical framework that honors both your physical and emotional recovery.

Whether you are exploring this group for yourself or referring a patient, our team is available to answer questions about the program, structure, and enrollment process.

Providers are encouraged to contact us to discuss whether this group may be an appropriate fit for their patient. We are happy to provide additional information regarding group expectations, suitability, and participation details at michelle@edelweissbehavioralhealth.com