The Heartbreak & Hope of Maternal Mental Health: A Founder's Journey with Kate Delos Reyes
Femtech At Work8 Maj 2025

The Heartbreak & Hope of Maternal Mental Health: A Founder's Journey with Kate Delos Reyes

Ever feel like motherhood comes with a whole new level of mental load? This week, we're having a real talk about it with Kate Delos Reyes, the big-hearted founder of Beacon Care, a FemTech startup in the Philippines that is all about supporting mom’s mental health.

Why isn't "mom mental health" always a priority? Kate asked that same question and created Beacon Care to make a difference. Join us to hear about her motivation, the inspiring work they did, and the realities of trying to tackle such an important issue. It's a story that will resonate with anyone who cares about families!

Key Takeaways:

  • How a real need for mom mental health support sparked the creation of Beacon Care
  • Discover the practical ways Beacon Care reached out to mothers and the community they built
  • Get a clear picture of the challenges faced in making maternal mental health a priority and breaking down the stigma around it
  • Understand the human side of entrepreneurship as Kate shares the tough reasons behind closing Beacon and the emotions involved
  • Explore the key lessons Kate took away from her experience – insights about startups, resilience, and personal growth that can resonate with anyone
  • Find out what Kate hopes to see next in the world of maternal mental health and the vital role community plays in supporting each other

Resources:

Kate Delos Reyes : LinkedIn

Kate Delos Reyes: https://katedelosreyes.com/

Maaike Steinebach : LinkedIn

Website Femtech Future https://www.femtechfuture.com

Instagram Femtech Future: @femtech_future

Kate's journey is a powerful reminder that supporting moms isn't just a nice idea—it's essential. If her story has moved you and you want to build a world that truly cares for parents, we encourage you to connect with resources in your community. And hey, if you found this conversation valuable, please like and share! Your support helps us bring you more stories that matter. We've got so many more insightful discussions lined up that you won't want to miss, so stay tuned, keep listening, and let's keep these conversations going together!

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