Planning for Motherhood: A Conscious Path to Empowerment

At Prenatal Alliance, we believe that the journey into motherhood is one of the most transformative periods in a woman’s life. In a recent conversation, Lubka Amigues, life coach and holder of a Master’s degree in psychology, shared deeply insightful reflections on the importance of preparing emotionally, mentally, and spiritually for motherhood. Her perspective highlights a powerful truth: the inner world of the mother profoundly shapes the beginning of her child’s life - and the future of our world.

Motherhood Starts with a Vision
Lubka invites us to consider motherhood not as something that begins in the delivery room, but long before conception—with a vision. Just as we would design a home with care and foresight, motherhood requires thoughtful planning. She encourages women to set goals and cultivate awareness of their thoughts and emotions, recognizing that we are complex, multidimensional beings. This kind of preparation allows mothers to enter pregnancy and parenting not as passive participants, but as conscious creators of the environment that will nurture their children.

The Power of Emotional Preparation
A key message from the conversation is the importance of creating a nurturing emotional environment during pregnancy. Lubka emphasizes that a mother’s thoughts, imagination, and emotional landscape form the foundation of the baby’s world. Far beyond medical checkups and nursery preparations, this emotional groundwork shapes the child’s potential for resilience, connection, and contribution to society. Personal Values as a Compass Lubka encourages mothers to reflect on their own childhood and emotional needs to shape a values-based approach to parenting. This is not about replicating or rejecting our past, but understanding it and using it as a guide for the future. Prenatal education plays a vital role here, helping mothers realize the direct connection between their inner world and the development of their baby. Planning for motherhood becomes an opportunity to activate maternal instinct and intention long before the baby arrives.

Pregnancy as a Conscious Journey
Conscious pregnancy, as Lubka describes it, starts with the couple. It is an invitation for both partners to reflect on the kind of world they want to bring their child into. This means exploring values, healing past experiences, and intentionally designing the family environment. Such mindfulness enriches not only the child’s experience, but also deepens the couple’s connection and purpose.

Techniques for Inner Preparation
Lubka shares practical tools for emotional preparation, including the use of neuro-linguistic programming (NLP) techniques. By guiding women to reconnect with joyful memories and anchor themselves in positive emotions, they can create a strong foundation for pregnancy. Simple daily rituals - like affirmations in the morning or gratitude before bed—help shape a calm and empowered mindset, nurturing both mother and child.

Awareness in Everyday Life
Pregnancy, Lubka reminds us, is a nine-month commitment akin to preparing for a significant academic or professional goal. It requires space, intentionality, and presence. By embracing this time as sacred, parents are better able to hold space for their child - not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually as well. This awareness enhances the bond between mother and baby and enriches the journey with meaning.

The Empowered Mother
Motherhood is not only about caring for a child - it is a personal transformation. Lubka’s message is clear: every mother has within her the potential for greatness. Through planning, emotional awareness, and support, mothers can make empowered choices that align with their vision of raising conscious, compassionate, and resilient human beings. It's a path of courage, love, and lifelong impact.

At Prenatal Alliance, we are honoured to share voices like Lubka Amigues, who remind us that the foundation of a peaceful and thriving humanity begins in the womb. May her words inspire mothers and families to embrace pregnancy as a conscious, loving, and powerful journey.



by Susana Lopes