Support and Resources 

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National Maternal Health Hotline ​ - 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS

The hotline is accessible by phone or text at 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746) in English and Spanish. TTY Users can use a preferred relay service or dial 711 and then 1-833-943-5746.  The Maternal Mental Health Hotline is not intended as an emergency response line and individuals in behavioral health crisis should continue to contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

Other Numbers..
 800-273-8255  || 888-628-9454  || Talk/Text 741741  ||  MD, DE, NJ Dial 211   or   911 for an attempt
We are gathering information on this page that offers a free consultation and information at no charge for women and families who are at risk of or are experiencing distress such as isolation, depression, anxiety, fearful thoughts, suicidal thoughts insomnia, trauma, and other difficulties during pregnancy or postpartum.  We attempt to provide information that is safe and caring for connection and recovery. If you find any errors in this information, please send email to [email protected].

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Postpartum Resources and Support

Suicide Prevention, Resources, Family Support

PSI - Postpartum Support International - dedicated to helping families suffering from postpartum depression, anxiety, and distress.

​Black Mothers United - a celebration of Black motherhood and safe space in Sacramento, CA.  A team of African American mothers dedicated to enhancing healthy birth outcomes for African American women and their babies.
 Valuable Podcast on Her Health First
Offers a series of podcasts hosted by Davon Crawford, a certified full-spectrum doula specializing in holistic services for pregnant and postpartum moms. ​
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Postpartum Depression & Anxiety Support Group
VIRTUAL MEETING -  7:30 Every Monday evening. email [email protected] for the Zoom link.
This is s safe place for Moms to meet, talk, and collaborate and support one another. 

Feeling Kinda Blue - a community of caring people who support and share with each other as they live and overcome depression. Membership is free. 

I Deserve Good Days - 

WHOA MAMA Therapist, Counselor - created to offer a safe place for you to embrace the good, bad, and even the ugly side of motherhood. If you’re expecting, recently postpartum, mother of multiple children, or a support person WHOA MAMA is a space where you can let your hair down and breath.

​Hand to Hold understands that a high-risk pregnancy, a complicated birth, a NICU stay or the loss of a baby are very traumatic and isolating experiences. Find support at any stage of your journey through our virtual support groups, podcasts, private Facebook communities and Peer Mentor Program.

Cherished Mom -  Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders affect up to 20% of women during pregnancy or after birth, making it the number one complication of childbirth.  At Cherished Mom, we believe there’s much room for improvement to educating moms and families of this possibility and risk

​The Motherhood Center - Webinar resources for all new and expecting mothers - and partners too! From childbirth , to breastfeeding support, to managing your child’s behavior- there are many options to meet you where you are at on your perinatal journey.

​Healthy New Moms works to raise awareness of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMAD) and offers support and resources to moms, families, and providers across the state of Maryland.

​Twin Raven Hypnotherapy and Research Center LLC - If you are working closely with your primary physician and still you are experiencing unwanted symptoms of postpartum depression, etc., consider hypnotherapy.  This is a real resource that provides real relief.

​Suicide Safety Plan App - Dealing with suicidal thoughts or supporting a friend? Reach out to primary medical  care providers...if that's not working, call the crisis hotline and in the interim, downlaod this app. It is simple, but similar to journaling it can help you take control into the plam of your hand. Use our FOZA Finder. Don't give up.  Find resources in your zip code.
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Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) - is the only federally supported resource center devoted to advancing the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. 
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention -  Discover the programs AFSP uses to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. 

1CommonBond - Providing immediate and long-term support to those affected by sudden loss.

​2020Moms - Closing the gaps in Maternal Mental Health Care through Education, Collaboration and Advocacy 

​American Association of Suicidology – Learn the warning signs of acute suicide risk and what you can do to help
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United Survivors - hosts free monthly webinars with a variety of experts in the field of lived experience and suicide prevention. 

The Recovery Village  -  When a family loses a loved-one due to postpartum depression suicide, it can lead others to suicidal thoughts and psychological crises that are usually treatable,   like depression, anxiety disorders, substance use disorders and eating disorders. The Recovery Village specializes in suicide prevention and recovery. This organization  offers excellent information, resources and guides to assist those who may be in need.  The services are not free, but the site has an easy to use online system to let you know if you qualify. 

Suicide Prevention Lifeline -We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.

Now Matters Now - Have you had suicidal thoughts? Problems that felt unsolvable? You are in excellent company – we’ve been there. Now Matters Now hacks suffering. Please visit.

​NAMI -  The National Alliance on Mental Illness, is the nation's largest grassroots mental health organization dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness.

Maryland 211 Health Check Starts  - Weekly Mental Health Check-Ins With A Person Who Cares. 

​American Association of Suicidology - AAS includes mental health and public health professionals, researchers, suicide prevention and crisis intervention centers, school districts, crisis center volunteers, survivors of suicide loss, attempt survivors, and a variety of lay persons who have in interest in suicide prevention.

​Suicide Support Groups - A directory to search for support groups for both attempt and loss survivors of suicide.

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Have you tried the FOZA Finder? 
Here you can request a private search in your community for specific services.  You only need provide your email address and zip code. FOZA will search for community  with 1-10 miles within your zip-code and send you the contact information on the category of service(s) you are seeking.  You can also visit the FOZA Facebook page and send a PM to request FOZA Finder Services.

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