You Deserve More Than Just a 6-Week Checkup.
Comprehensive postpartum planning and support that stays with you from pregnancy to motherhood—so you never have to figure it out alone.
Well, Mama… Are You ready?
You’ve read the books. You’ve taken the classes. You’ve color-coded the nursery binder. You’ve spent about a bazillion hours researching the best products for your baby registry. You know the stages of labor. You know the diaper brands.
You. Are. Ready.
But deep down, you’re still wondering. You might try to ignore that voice because, as your own mother might say, “I figured it out, so you will, too.”
Yes, my mother did, in fact, say that to me. (Love you, Mom! 🩷)
You should be just fine, right?
But you’re not that person. “Should be” isn’t good enough. You want to make sure you’ve done everything in your power to prepare for your baby’s first months in your arms.
Because you don’t just want to survive postpartum. You want it to look like those happy Instagram feeds—clean house, sleeping baby, peaceful mom.
This girl Right Here? She thought she was ready.
But nothing went as planned.
After a devastating loss followed by infertility, I planned a home birth with my IVF baby.
But, he decided to flip breach and in spite of my efforts, he stayed that way. So I ended up with a cesarean.
After my baby arrived, everything was harder than I imagined it would be. And everything changed.
Before I knew it, I was an anxious, sleep-deprived, control freak with a nervous system that got stuck in fight or flight.
And I missed it. I missed the first months of my baby’s life because I was overwhelmed, under-supported, and yes—unprepared.
I’m Passionate About Postpartum Mental health
So before we talk about solutions, I want you to understand your risk factors.
Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) don’t happen randomly. They’re influenced by a mix of biological, psychological, and social factors.
I know it’s easier to just ignore this stuff. Who wants to think about negativity right now? You’re supposed to be glowing with excitement.
I get it. And I definitely don’t want to ruin your vibe. But understanding your specific risk profile isn’t about fear—it’s about empowerment. It gives you the power to prepare.
Research shows that women who identify their risk factors early are better equipped to advocate for themselves and seek support when they need it most.
Here’s a quick self-assessment to help you plan.
Having any of these risk factors does not guarantee you’ll develop a PMHD. But it does give you the power to prepare.
Scroll through and see which ones resonate with you.
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Sensory processing differences: Acute sensory overload or neurological burnout caused by intense physical changes, infant crying, constant touch, or sleep deprivation.
Executive dysfunction: Becoming deeply overwhelmed by the massive administrative and physical demands of newborn care, such as tracking logs, feeding schedules, and medical appointments.
Interoception challenges: A natural difficulty reading internal bodily signals, which can cause you to miss early cues of extreme exhaustion, hunger, thirst, or shifting moods.
A history of heavy masking: A habit of suppressing your traits or struggles to match neurotypical expectations, which can make it hard to show or express your distress to doctors or family.
Inflexible routine changes: Profound emotional dysregulation or panic triggered by the sudden, highly unpredictable nature of infant life.
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Perfectionism: Holding yourself to an unrealistically high standard as a mother, which drives intense anxiety, fear of failure, and harsh self-criticism.
People-pleasing tendencies: Consistently prioritizing others' needs, struggling to set clear personal boundaries, or completely hiding your struggles so you don't feel like a "burden" to your family.
A high need for control: Severe anxiety or mental distress when navigating areas of pregnancy, labor, and newborn care that cannot be planned or controlled.
Low self-esteem or low self-efficacy: Pre-existing feelings of inadequacy or feeling like you lack the ability to handle major life challenges effectively.
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History of infertility or fertility treatments: Prolonged journeys to conceive can lead to intense hypervigilance, an ongoing fear of losing the pregnancy, or a feeling that you "aren't allowed to complain" because you fought so hard.
Previous pregnancy or infant loss: Deep grief, trauma, and lingering anxiety carried over from a past miscarriage, stillbirth, or loss of a child into a subsequent pregnancy.
History of abuse or trauma: Past experiences of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, as well as adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which can resurface during the vulnerable perinatal period.
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Personal or family history of mental health conditions: A personal or genetic history of depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, or postpartum mental health struggles.
Severe PMS or PMDD: A history of extreme premenstrual dysphoric disorder, indicating a heightened biological sensitivity to dramatic hormonal shifts.
Advanced maternal age: Being age 35 or older, with the highest statistical risk seen in first-time mothers over 40.
High pre-pregnancy BMI: Being in the overweight or obese BMI categories, which is biologically linked to chronic low-grade inflammation and higher physical pregnancy risks.
Thyroid or metabolic imbalances: Pre-existing or pregnancy-induced thyroid changes that directly disrupt emotional regulation and physical energy.
Active substance use issues: Present or past struggles with alcohol, tobacco, prescription medications, or illicit substances.
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High-risk medical conditions: Experiencing severe morning sickness (hyperemesis gravidarum), gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, or navigating a high-risk multiple pregnancy (twins/triplets).
Traumatic birth experience: An unplanned emergency cesarean delivery, a medical crisis during labor, or a birth where you felt unsafe, disrespected, or lacked personal agency.
Severe sleep deprivation: Going without restorative sleep for 48 hours or more, which drastically impairs brain function and triggers mood dysregulation.
Infant health challenges: Having a baby born prematurely, experiencing a prolonged stay in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), or managing a baby with a medically difficult temperament/colic.
Lactation and feeding difficulties: Facing unexpected physical pain, low milk supply, or overwhelming societal and internal pressure regarding breastfeeding.
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Lack of social or practical support: Feeling completely isolated, lacking a reliable partner, or missing a community safety net to help care for you and the baby.
Relationship conflict or dissatisfaction: High levels of marital stress, a lack of empathy from a partner, or experiencing domestic/intimate partner violence.
Financial, job, or housing stress: Low socioeconomic status, systemic poverty, job instability, or unstable housing that places you in survival mode.
Major life transitions: Experiencing a recent move, career shift, loss of a loved one, or recent immigration during your pregnancy timeline.
Extreme maternal age gaps: Facing the distinct social isolation and unique stigmas of being a very young/teenage mother or a significantly older mother.
Remember: Having any of these risk factors does not guarantee you will develop a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder. But it does give you the power to plan ahead.
Knowledge is power. And by identifying where you might be vulnerable, you can build a support system that catches you before you fall.
Please share this checklist with your OB/GYN, midwife, or mental health provider. Use it as a conversation starter to map out a proactive postpartum care plan together.
But if you want more than a checklist—if you want someone to help you design your fourth trimester, optimize your home, and hold space for your partner so you don’t have to translate your needs in real-time—I’d love to work with you.
A Postpartum Doula… With a Twist
Traditional postpartum doulas are amazing at holding space, supporting breastfeeding, and helping you manage the emotional rollercoaster that comes with postpartum hormonal crashes.
But they rarely touch the logistics. They don’t reorganize your pantry so you can find snacks without opening every cabinet. They don’t sit down with your partner to write out who is doing what on Tuesday night. They don’t optimize your home for a brain that is will soon be running on fumes and zero sleep.
With this package, I do all of that.
It’s a comprehensive support system designed specifically for moms who want to protect their mental health during the biggest transition of their lives. We start in your third trimester—while you still have spoons to think clearly—and we bridge you all the way through the fourth trimester.
We build the infrastructure before the chaos hits, so when baby arrives, you’re not starting from zero. You’re starting from a foundation.
What’s Included?
1. The In-Home Planning Session (2 Hours)
Before your baby arrives.
We meet at your home to create your Individualized Postpartum Plan (IPP). This is your blueprint. Together, we will:
Map Your Needs: Identify your sensory triggers, executive function bottlenecks, and non-negotiables.
Build Your Fair Play Agreement: Sit down with your partner to assign specific, written responsibilities. No more guessing. No more chasing.
Optimize Your Space: We look at your home through a neuro-affirming lens. Where are the friction points? How do we reduce decision fatigue before Day 1?
2. Flexible Weekly Support (24 Hours Total)
Usable anytime during the 3rd or 4th trimester.
You decide when to start and how to use each hour.
Pre-Baby Prep: Declutter the nursery. Meal prep freezer meals. Set up the "command center" for feeds and meds.
Post-Baby Survival: Laundry mountain? I’ll handle it. Dishes piling up? I’ll wash them. Need to nap while someone else watches the baby? I’m here.
Executive Function Coaching: Stuck on a task? Overwhelmed by the mess? We troubleshoot together. I help you break big tasks into small, manageable steps.
Optional Add-Ons: Birth Support for Your Brain
If you want extra support during the birth itself, we offer specialized add-ons designed for neurodivergent parents.
🧠 Neurodivergent Birth Prep & Planning (+$150) A private 2-hour session focused on labor strategies that work for your brain. Sensory management plans, decision-making frameworks, and drafting a birth plan in your language.
🤰 Neurodivergent Birth Support (+$700) Full-spectrum doula-style support, adapted for neurodivergence. Includes unlimited communication throughout your third trimester, on-call support from 38 weeks, in-home labor support, and unlimited phone/text/video support throughout birth. Available for clients residing within 30 minutes of Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.
🌱 Placenta Encapsulation (+$200) Support your postpartum on the inside, too with placenta pills. This is a deeply discounted price, offered only to Transition clients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I just use all of my house for house cleaning? No. While I will absolutely clean, prep basic meals, and organize, that’s only part of it. The core of this package is planning and partnership. We’re building systems that will work for you and your family throughout your life. Think of it as executive function support with hands-on help.
What if my partner isn’t interested in participating? The Fair Play Agreement works best when both partners are involved, but it’s not a requirement to book. If your partner is hesitant, we can work around that. I can coach you on how to communicate your needs effectively, or we can focus solely on optimizing your space and supporting you directly.
Do I have to use all my hours at once? Now way. After about 4 hours of social interaction, I max out! But you can use your hours however you need to use them. You can front-load your hours in the third trimester to prep the house and set up systems, or save them for the fourth trimester to handle the laundry mountain after birth. Or split them 50/50. It’s your call.
I’m not diagnosed with ADHD or Autism. Is this still for me? Yes! You don’t need a diagnosis to benefit from this. If you’re a perfectionist, prone to anxiety, or a "control freak," this package is designed for you. We focus on practical strategies that reduce cognitive load and decision fatigue, which helps everyone, regardless of the type of brain they were born with.
Will you judge my messy house? Never. I’ve been there. I see a home that is being lived in by a pregnant person (or a new mom!). My job is to make it easier for you to live in, not to critique your standards. Come as you are.
Is this medical advice? No. I am a support specialist, not a doctor, nurse, or therapist. I provide logistical, emotional, and organizational support. If you have medical concerns or are experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression/anxiety, please reach out to your healthcare provider. I can help connect you with resources, but I do not diagnose or treat.
When should I book? Ideally, in your second or early third trimester. This gives us enough time to build your Individualized Postpartum Plan (IPP) while you still have the mental bandwidth to engage in planning. However, if you’re already in late pregnancy or even postpartum, we can still adapt the package to meet you where you are.
Do I have to pay in full? Absolutely not. I offer payment plans (up to 4 installments) to make this investment more accessible.
Curious if this is right for you? Let’s Chat.
I offer a free, 30-minute discovery call where we will:
Talk through your current situation and worries.
Walk through exactly how the Postpartum Transition Package works.
Answer any questions you have about my approach or your specific needs.
Decide together if this is the right fit for you.
No pressure. No sales pitch. Just a conversation between two people who care about making sure you’re supported during this transition.
If it’s not a fit, I’ll point you in the direction of resources that are. If it is, we’ll figure out the next steps to get you on the calendar.