129: Parenthood & Money: Smart Steps Before and After Baby - with Charlene Tilbanie

Send us Fan MailBecoming a parent changes everything, including your finances. In this episode, I sit with Charlene, a financial coach and mom, to talk about what it really takes to prepare financially for parenthood. We go beyond nurseries and baby showers to dig into the mindset shifts, practical steps, and money truths every parent should know. We cover:Where financial preparation for parenthood really beginsHow to balance dreams for your child with financial realitiesThe biggest money mindset shirt new parents needNon-negotiable financial steps before having a babyNavigating roles in relationships as parentsHow to save for your child's futurw without neglecting your ownThe cultural and emotional pressures parents face around moneyWhether you're planning for a baby, already parenting, or simply want to be more intentional with your finances, this episode will give you both the encouragement and the strategies to make confident money moves as you grow your family. Charlene Tilbanie is a chartered accountant, corporate vice president in the captive insurance industry, and a money coach who makes money management simple and sustainable for busy professionals and families.With 20+ years in financial services, she blends behavioural insight with practical systems aimed at reducing financial stress and improve decision-making. After paying off her consumer debt in just 15 months, Charlene built practical frameworks that help clients create margin, build wealth, and live with purpose.She coaches, leads workshops, and is authoring an upcoming book that translates complex finance into plain language. Based in the Cayman Islands, she serves audiences across thenCaribbean and beyond. Charlene can be found on Instagram and Threads under the namen“Charlene Money Coach.”Thank you for the gift of your time and attention. Thank you for listening to this episode of the Rich Immigrant podcast, please give the podcast a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, subscribe, and share this episode with someone in your world that needs  to hear these conversations.  Please join our community online at www.therichimmigrant.com or on  Instagram at 'Therichimmigrant.'