Mental Health Resources - Prenatal & Postpartum support
Prenatal and postpartum depression are mood disorders that can affect expecting mothers during pregnancy (prenatal) and after childbirth (postpartum). Prenatal depression involves feelings of sadness, anxiety, or mood swings during pregnancy, potentially impacting the health of both the mother and the baby. On the other hand, postpartum depression manifests within weeks or months after delivery, with symptoms like extreme sadness, fatigue, irritability, and difficulty bonding with the newborn. Both conditions can significantly impact a mother's well-being, daily functioning, and the quality of the mother-child relationship. Seeking support from healthcare providers, therapists, or support groups is crucial in managing and treating these conditions to ensure the well-being of both the mother and the child.
Prenatal & Postpartum Resources
- National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) or 1-833-943-5746 https://mchb.hrsa.gov/national-maternal-mental-health-hotline
- Postpartum Support International - call or text 1-800-944-4773 https://www.postpartum.net/
- Northshore Moms Line: 1-866-364-6667
- Fussy Baby Network Warm Line: 1-888-431-2229
- Mother to Baby: 1-866-626-6847 or text 855-999-3525 https://mothertobaby.org/
- Support groups for perinatal depression: https://hfs.illinois.gov/medicalclients/maternalandchildhealth/supportgroups.html