About 1 in 7 mothers and 1 in 10 fathers have depression or anxiety during pregnancy or after birth. It is common, it is treatable, and you do not have to wait until it feels serious to ask for help.
Deaf and hard of hearing families: you can ask any provider for a qualified ASL interpreter. Providers who sign are marked, and you can find them all on the ASL-Friendly Providers list.
Sadness, worry, irritability, or feeling numb that lasts more than two weeks is worth talking about.
Racing thoughts and constant worry are common in pregnancy and postpartum, and support helps.
If your birth or a past loss was frightening or painful, a trained therapist can help you process it.
Partners can also have perinatal depression and anxiety, and deserve support.
Talking with other parents who understand can make you feel less alone.
If you are thinking about hurting yourself or your baby, call or text 988 now (ASL users can reach 988 by videophone), or call 911.
Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262), free and 24/7
Helpline, free online support groups, and provider directory
SneakPeek early gender DNA testing for midwifery clients, from 6 weeks of pregnancy.
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