Meet the team revolutionizing postpartum wellness
Behind every innovation at nurtur is a team dedicated to improving the lives of mothers. Our collective expertise in health technology, AI, and maternal care drives our mission to provide better support for postpartum mental health. Discover the people whose passion and knowledge are shaping the future of maternal well-being
A note from our Co-founder
A personal mission
I’ve seen close friends struggle silently with postpartum depression, feeling isolated and without the support they needed.
That’s why, as Co-Founder & CEO of nurtur, I’m deeply committed to transforming maternal mental health and ensuring that every woman gets the care and compassion she deserves.
– Kristen Ellefson

Meet nurtur’s team
Chief Science Officer
Internationally recognized health researcher in neuroscience, pregnancy health and biomarker discovery; 110+ peer-reviewed publications; health tech entrepreneur.
Sheehan D. Fisher PhD
Chief Clinical Officer
Internationally-recognized perinatal mental health researcher and clinician with expertise in mothers’ and fathers’ mental health.

Chief Commercial Officer
Peter is a growth-focused commercial executive with 20+ years of experience leading $200M+ businesses and scaling healthcare brands in women’s health.

UX/UI Designer
UX/UI Designer with a background in product marketing, focused on designing user-friendly products that support women’s health.
Advised by the best

Strategy & Partnerships
Current SVP of Strategic Initiatives at VillageMD. Recognized for driving healthcare innovation and strategic initiatives in healthcare transformation.
Join us
Interested in being part of a team that’s changing the landscape of maternal mental health?
We’re always looking for passionate, driven individuals to join us in our mission. Explore our open positions and find out how you can make a difference with nurtur.
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