Perinatal and Postpartum Support for Mom and Dad
Parenting takes strength you never knew was within you. Resources are available when you need help along your parenthood journey. Maternal Health Resource List.
Perinatal and Postpartum Resources
Whether you are pregnant, a new parent or a seasoned parent needing support there is support available for you. Below are local and international resources for parents, tailored to each parent's unique need. Find a group that suits your family's unique circumstance.
Postpartum Support International Peer Support Groups
Free Postpartum Support: Trained, Peer-led support groups are held online and are free for parents who register. A limited number of seats are available for each mom support group and parent support group.
https://postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/
Support for Dads
Postpartum Support International (PSI) Dad Support Group
https://postpartum.net/group/psi-online-support-meetings/
Families Touched by Psychosis Support Group
Meetings are held for moms and dads as well as care takers needing to process past experiences and current challenges.
https://postpartum.net/group/support-for-families-touched-by-postpartum-psychosis-ppp/
"Being a mother is learning about strengths you didn’t know you had, and dealing with fears you didn’t know existed.” -Linda Wooten
Support for Women of Color and Minority Groups
Shades of Blue supports women of color and minority groups through all stages of birth.
https://www.shadesofblueproject.org/
Fussy Baby Network supports moms who would like some guidance through challenging moments with a fussy baby. Services available over the phone and at home.
https://www.erikson.edu/fussy-baby-network/
Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance offers a phone hotline for any mom who needs immediate help over the phone.
Depression and Anxiety Around Pregnancy
National Child and Maternal Health Education Program
https://www.nichd.nih.gov/ncmhep/initiatives/moms-mental-health-matters/moms
“Once you commit to motherhood, you are always in mother-mode. You are always on the line and always on-call. And, that’s fine with me, as I find motherhood endlessly fascinating, endlessly challenging, endlessly fun and endlessly fulfilling.” -Maria Shriver on Motherhood