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Maternal Mental Health

This website provides information on perinatal mood disorders common among women before, during, and/or after pregnancy, including prenatal or postpartum depression or anxiety. Information is geared towards those wanting to learn more about this topic as well as information geared specifically toward not only pregnant women and new mothers, but also dads, partners, family and friends.

 

Resources for Individuals in Need of Assistance (emergent or otherwise)

 

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7 free and confidential support via phone or text for people in distress. This shorter phone number will make it easier for people to remember and access mental health crisis services. There is also a web chat  available 24/7.

Prevention and crisis resources, including posters and a magnet (available in Spanish), wallet cards, and safety plan pads, are available for professionals to download or order.

 

Looking for more information? Check out these mental health-related resources found on WIC Works.

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