Meet Kimathi Coleman

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Kimathi Coleman. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

firstName}, thank you so much for agreeing to talk with us about a deeply personal and sensitive topic. Postpartum depression affects so many in the community and hearing from someone who has overcome PPD might help someone who is going through it right now. For readers, please note this is not medical advice, we are not doctors, you should always consult professionals for advice and that this is merely one person sharing their story and experience

I cautioned my team which included my Midwife, Doula, and Husband that I had a higher chance of experiencing It again. I overcame it after my other two births. They were prepared to watch out for the signs and to get me help, if it did pop up. I called my Midwife a week,or so ,after my baby was discharged from theNICU. I was crying and didn’t know why. She immediately sent me the information to postpartum support international.it was a great resource for me. My husband also kept an eye on me. I had lots of great support from my village .

Thanks for sharing that. So, before we get any further into our conversation, can you tell our readers a bit about yourself and what you’re working on?

I am a Birth and Postpartum Doula, NICU Doula, Babywearing Educator, and Lactation Couselor, I provide Bellybinding, Nursery Organization, and Doula Career Consulting .

I offer virtual support groups for Birthworkers, NICU and Lactating Moms.

I also make amazing gifts and gift baskets for all occasions.

In the Spring I host an event, called The Mom Social. It is a place for moms(ever pregnant) to network in a fu , and intentional space.

Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?

Inquisitive- asking questions has gotten me a log way. If you don’t understand something, or it just doesn’t make sense always ask the question

Persistent-keep pushing. No one ever did groundbreaking things by giving up

Faith- MyFaith I God has kept me focused o my calling ad purpose. Everyone has a purpose. Fid yours

Okay, so before we go we always love to ask if you are looking for folks to partner or collaborate with?

Yes. I would love to connect with people/organizatios that want to invest into the community. This could include offering donations/services/resources that can help to benefit moms and babies

Or also anyone interested in gifting unique and thoughtful gifts to their clients,family, friends, co-workers,etc

They can email me at creationswithak@gmail.com

Contact Info:

• Instagram: Doulawithak
• Facebook: Kimathi D Street Coleman
• Youtube: Doulawithak and allthingswithak
• Yelp: Kimathi Coleman Perinatal Services
• Other: https://Www.calendly.com/kimathicoleman