This retreat is open to anyone who has participated in the Self-Assured Motherhood program — whether you're in it right now, you finished it years ago, or you started it and never quite finished.

If you've been part of SAM in any capacity, you're invited. This community doesn't have an expiration date, and neither does your invitation to this retreat.

Yes. If bringing a friend would help you get there — whether that's easing nerves about coming alone or having someone to share travel costs with — we want to make that possible.

Your friend doesn't need to have done SAM, but she should be interested in motherhood and growth. This retreat is designed for women who are working to become more self-assured mothers, and she'll get the most out of it if that resonates with her.

That said, most women are coming on their own. We'll have a thread in Circle where you can connect with other attendees before the retreat — to coordinate room sharing, plan rideshares from the airport, or meet up for hikes or meals outside of the main programming. You won't be the only one showing up solo, and you definitely won't feel out of place.

I get this concern. It can feel like everyone else has been showing up and connecting, and you've been doing the work more quietly on your own.

But you belong at this retreat as much as anyone else!

The truth is, a lot of women go through SAM this way — listening, learning, growing, but not always speaking up. That doesn't make you less part of this community.

When you walk into that room in May, you'll still speak the same language as everyone else. You've all been asking the same questions and working toward the same thing. That shared foundation is real, whether you were active in Circle or participated in every class or not.

You're invited. And we'd love to see you there.

You're still invited.

This retreat isn't a reward for perfect participation. It's a chance to connect with other women who are doing the same imperfect work you are.

I know what it's like to start something with good intentions and then have life get messy. Maybe you got through half the program and then fell off. Maybe you skipped assignments because you just didn't have the time or energy.

You don't need to have completed every lesson to belong in that room. You just need to want to be there.

Most women don't.

The truth is, SAM happens online. You've been doing this work in your own home, on your own time. So yes, showing up to meet people in person for the first time can feel vulnerable.

If that feels too intimidating, you're welcome to invite a friend from outside of SAM to buy a ticket and come along with you. But you definitely don't need to.

One mom who came to a previous retreat said this: "I was afraid I'd feel awkward since I didn't know anyone coming in, but it was not awkward at all! I loved the workshops, the opportunity to connect with like minded women and make friends. It was amazing."

You won't be walking into a room of strangers. You'll be walking into a room of women who already get it — even if you've never met before.

This is a moms-only retreat. If you need to bring a nursing baby, we understand. We just ask that older kids stay home so you (and everyone else) can have the space to focus and breathe.

I know figuring out childcare is one of the biggest barriers to showing up for yourself. It's hard. But this time is for you–two days to rest, reflect, and be with other women without also being responsible for little people. You deserve that.

Yes. We'll offer a payment plan so you can split up the cost over time.

If you want to come, you have time to plan — whether that's asking for it as a gift, budgeting over the next few months, or deciding it's just not the right season. All of those are okay.  For more information about payment plans, email christy@3in30podcast.com.

We'll create a space in Circle just for retreat attendees where we will post announcements and you're welcome to coordinate travel and accommodations, if you'd like. After you buy a ticket, you will be added to that space.

Yes. We'll send a pre-retreat survey to all attendees, and we'll make sure your dietary needs are covered.

I'm offering a free workshop for SAM Sisters on how to use credit card points to cover your flight and hotel. I'll walk you through it step by step — which cards to consider, how the process works, and how to do it strategically.

I know credit cards and finances can be tricky, and this approach isn't for everyone. But if it's something you're curious about or already considering, I want to give you the tools to make it work for you. (I have become somewhat of an expert in this hobby over the past few years, and it's been life-changing for our family!)

Additionally, the Limelight hotel is offering us a special discount to stay there.  They provide a free airport shuttle and breakfast.  That link can be found HERE. Details will be shared in Circle soon, and there's no pressure to join. It's just one option if it feels helpful.

Yay! You want to see more of my hometown! I will provide a list of ideas for outings, hikes, restaurants, spas, etc. You can definitely spend several magical days in the Sun Valley area. Stay tuned for a list of ideas!