Emotionally Preparing: Transition into motherhood w/ Dr. Kumi

This package includes 4 months of services, two calls a month, that focus on preparing new and expecting moms for the mental and emotional obstacles that can accompany the fourth trimester. Each call is designed to educate, validate, and prepare mothers in an effort to increase the likelihood that their transition into the fourth trimester is more positive and validating.

It is no secret that our doctors focus primarily on preparing our bodies for birth and delivery of our babies, but pregnancy is so much more than that. Often times we are left to navigate our new lives, alone, in a vulnerable state, when we could have been better prepared for this. Perinatal mood disorders affect more women on average in 2023 than ever before, and we need to offer some preparation for the emotional and mental transitions that also occur during, after, and beyond pregnancy and delivery.
I provide the education and awareness necessary for mothers to recognize when they may becoming unwell so that asking for help doesn't feel defeating to them. I work with you to normalize each thought and feeling that comes to you so that your experience is valid. I want mothers to feel empowered and we can do that once we have the right information at the right time. During pregnancy and into the first year you will experience many things, physically, emotionally, and mentally, and you will often wonder, "Is this normal? Is this ok?" I am here to walk with you though that journey and create a plan for you to use in the event things do not goes as planned and you require more assistance and support than you originally thought. Many moms need the emotional and mental preparation, and few ask for it due to the stigma associated with perinatal mood an anxiety disorders. Having a trained coach walking with you during this time will prove to be the invaluable support and voice you will need, without the judgement.