Support for Pregnancy, Postpartum, and Early Parenting
Perinatal mental health concerns — including anxiety, depression, OCD, trauma responses, intrusive thoughts, and mood changes — are common and treatable. Whether you are pregnant, postpartum, navigating loss, or supporting a loved one, the following trusted organizations provide education, crisis support, medication safety information, and professional consultation.
Immediate & Crisis Support
If you or someone you love is in emotional distress or crisis, help is available:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988)
Call or text 988
24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional crisis. - National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
24/7 free, confidential support for pregnant and postpartum individuals in English and Spanish. - Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Free 24/7 text-based crisis counseling. - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Call 1-800-622-HELP (4357)
Treatment referral and information service for mental health and substance use concerns.
Specialized Perinatal Support
Postpartum Support International
- PSI Helpline: Call or text “Help” to 1-800-944-4773
- Psychiatric Consultation Line (for medical prescribers): 1-877-499-4773
PSI connects families to local providers, support groups, and resources. They also offer training and consultation for healthcare professionals.
Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health
Advocates for improved access to maternal mental health care nationwide. Provides educational resources and policy updates.
Tommy’s
A pregnancy and baby charity offering evidence-based information on pregnancy complications, mental health, and baby loss.
Medication & Lactation Safety Resources
For families navigating medication decisions during pregnancy and breastfeeding:
- LactMed (NIH Drugs and Lactation Database)
A peer-reviewed database with evidence-based information on medications and breastfeeding safety. - RM Rx Resources for Midwives
Free mobile app (iOS & Android) with perinatal medication guidance. - LactRx by MotherToBaby
Free mobile app (iOS & Android) offering medication safety information for pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Ongoing Mental Health Education & Advocacy
National Alliance on Mental Illness
- Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
- Text “HelpLine” to 62640
- Email helpline@nami.org
Provides education, support groups, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness.
A Final Note
Perinatal mental health challenges are medical conditions — not personal failures. Support is available, treatment works, and you do not have to navigate this season alone.
If you are a current client and need assistance connecting to any of these resources, please contact our office so we can help coordinate appropriate care.
