Resources for Providers
Are you a medical, mental health, social service, or other professional that works with new parents? Find resources here on Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) so you can offer the best support possible to your clients or patients.
Training and Scholarships
Interested in training? The Mass. PPD Fund provides annual scholarship opportunities in new parent mental health — helping you support parents in your community. We’re looking forward to expanding these offerings soon with additional lectures, continuing education, networking opportunities, and more!
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Moms and their families can call 1-833-TLC-MAMA for free, confidential 24-7 mental health support before, during, and after pregnancy. English- and Spanish-speaking counselors are available, as well as interpreter services for 60 other languages.
PSI-Massachusetts
Do you have a patient or client suffering from emotional complications after a new baby who needs help? Contact Postpartum Support International’s state Support Coordinators for help today.
MCPAP for Moms
Are you a medical provider in Massachusetts who wants to learn more to support moms in your care? Access perinatal mental health and SUD training, consultation, and referral resources through MCPAP for Moms.
Support Groups
Connecting with other parents in the same boat can provide powerful healing for your patients or clients. You may want to recommend a group, online or in their area, including:
FIRST CONNECTIONS’ EMOTIONAL WELLBEING AFTER BABY
FAQs
Postpartum depression is the #1 complication of pregnancy. But the silence and stigma around the issue can make it hard to get the facts. Also, new parent emotional challenges can take many forms, including anxiety, OCD or PTSD – which get talked about even less. Get your questions answered with these resources:
Connect Locally
In many areas, you can connect with other local providers, parents, and activists who care about new parent mental health by joining a regional coalition. Find local resources and help make a difference in your community.
Advocacy
Let’s stand together to push Massachusetts to be the best place it can be to welcome a new baby — for EVERYONE. Add your voice to the movement for postpartum MassHealth coverage, equitable midwifery and doula care, and more.
Flourishing
Join the Mass. PPD Fund’s annual wellness-themed event, Flourishing! It’s where survivors, providers, and others who care about new parent mental health come together in community to celebrate, learn and recharge.