The Coaching Nest Founder

Meet the Founder: Hannah Short

As a mother of two, Hannah Short understands first-hand the challenges of navigating motherhood alongside a career. The juggle is real, and the struggle to balance personal and professional aspirations can feel overwhelming at times.

Hannah, who spent many years in senior HR roles, discovered a distinct lack of support for parents — particularly mothers — as they prepared for and returned from maternity leave. This gap in support, and the need for real, actionable guidance, was the catalyst behind the creation of The Coaching Nest.

The Coaching Nest's mission is to empower parents — particularly mothers — to have the confidence and tools to thrive both at home and at work. With a deep understanding of both the emotional and practical aspects of maternity and parental leave, our coaching is designed to give you the clarity, support, and strategies needed to navigate this significant life change with confidence and purpose.

Our Approach

At The Coaching Nest, we’re committed to offering personalised coaching that empowers you to:

Navigate the emotional rollercoaster of maternity leave and the return-to-work transition
Build a plan that balances your personal and professional goals
Reconnect with your career ambitions and redefine your identity as both a parent and a professional
Set boundaries, negotiate support, and manage your work-life balance with ease
Overcome the common challenges new parents face in the workplace, such as dealing with bias or returning to a changing team dynamic

Through our experience and expertise, we have designed a programme that focuses on the whole person — recognising that the transition into motherhood and back to the workplace requires both practical planning and emotional resilience.

Why We're Passionate About This Work

We’ve seen how the lack of structured support for parents can lead to missed opportunities, burnout, and self-doubt. I’m passionate about changing this narrative and ensuring that every parent — especially new mothers — feels confident in their ability to balance both career and family. The Coaching Nest was born out of a desire to give parents the support that’s missing during their own journey, and to create a space where you can feel truly heard, valued, and empowered.

What We Believe

Maternity leave and parental leave should be a time of reflection, preparation, and self-empowerment — not anxiety and uncertainty. Whether you’re about to go on leave or return to work, you deserve to feel supported every step of the way.

Let's Work Together

If you’re ready to take control of your maternity and parental leave journey and return to work with confidence, we’d love to support you. Click here to explore our coaching services and learn how we can work together to make your transition smoother and more successful.