54. Mental Health Support During Pregnancy and Postpartum with Reproductive Health Doula, Kami Schwartz
In this episode of the Abundantly More podcast, host Hannah Lynn Miller converses with Kami Schwartz, a reproductive health doula. They delve into the importance of mental health support during pregnancy and postpartum. Kami shares her journey to becoming a doula, her roles in reproductive health—from puberty, through pregnancy, to perimenopause—and the significance of addressing mental health at each stage. They discuss the common mental health challenges women face during pregnancy and postpartum, stressing the necessity of being proactive, seeking therapy, and intertwining faith in the healing process. Kami also highlights the critical two-week postpartum check-in to differentiate between baby blues and postpartum depression.
About our guest: Kami Schwartz is a dedicated reproductive health doula who specializes in providing comprehensive mental health support throughout women’s reproductive journeys. As the founder of The Kamdoula Collective, she offers holistic care that integrates faith-based support with practical mental health strategies. Kami’s work spans the full spectrum of reproductive health—from puberty through pregnancy to perimenopause—with a particular focus on emotional and spiritual well-being. She has created valuable resources including educational webinars that help women navigate reproductive health challenges while maintaining their faith. Through her practice, Kami empowers women to advocate for their mental health needs while providing compassionate, Christ-centered support during some of life’s most significant transitions.
Reproductive Health Support – Kami Schwartz
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00:00 Welcome to the Abundantly More Podcast
00:26 Kami Schwartz: Journey to Becoming a Doula
01:59 Supporting Women Through Life’s Transitions
06:40 Mental Health Challenges During Pregnancy
09:40 The Link Between Mental Health and Fertility
14:31 Faith and Reproductive Health
20:07 Self-Care During Pregnancy
24:26 Recognizing Postpartum Depression
29:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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