Kulsum International Hospital

Perinatal Counselling

On this page
  1. Overview
  2. Who it may help
  3. What the service includes
  4. What to expect
  5. At KIH

Overview

Pregnancy and the arrival of a baby bring big changes. Many women and families experience anxiety, low mood or stress, and support helps both parent and baby.

Who it may help

  • Women with anxiety or depression during pregnancy or after birth
  • Women with a history of mental illness
  • Parents after a difficult birth, pregnancy loss or neonatal stay
  • Families facing difficult news in pregnancy

What the service includes

Counselling, talking therapies, medicines that are safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding, and coordination with obstetric and neonatal teams.

What to expect

Sessions are confidential and focused on your needs. Seek urgent help for thoughts of harming yourself or your baby.

At KIH

KIH's psychiatry and obstetrics teams provide emotional support during pregnancy and after birth.

This information is for general education. Your doctor will explain whether this treatment is suitable for you, and its benefits and risks. For a medical emergency, call +92-51-8446666 or go to the nearest emergency department.

Our doctors

Consultants in the KIH departments that provide Perinatal Counselling.