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 National Suicide Prevention - 988  ||  MD, DE, NJ Dial 211   or   911 for an EMERGENCY
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].

Postpartum Resources and Support
Suicide Prevention, Resources, Family Support

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

Learn more:

PSI International: www.postpartum.net/​
PSI Maryland Chapter: www.psichapters.com/md/

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Kassy's Kause
Kassy's Kause - An organization dedicated to helping bring maternal mental health awareness and educating families. Kassy's Kause  wants to support families through individual guidance, virtual support groups, and by providing useful resources. 
Learn more:
https://www.kassyskause.org/
Base Zip: NM 87102
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An interactive map displaying resources and services available to pregnant and postpartum people and their families in Maryland.  The MDMOM program is a collaboration between the Johns Hopkins University, the Maryland Department of Health, and the Maryland Patient Safety Center.
https://mdmomresources.org/​
Base Zip: Maryland State Wide
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Coaching by G.J. - Time Management  Skills - ​Learning the characteristics  of your unique personality can help you get the support you need, when you need it most and help reduce your stress levels. Connect with Gloria-Jean Brown for a consultation and possible assessment.
Learn more:

https://coachingbygj.com/
Base Zip: MD 20711
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MRHVP - Mothers Rising Home Visitation Program

​Providing expectant and new parents with comprehensive home visiting services during pregnancy and postpartum. Working with a care team, program participants receive culturally congruent and respectful care tailored toward each family’s needs.  - Any birthing person in the D.C or Prince Georges County MD can referred to the MRHV.  We support all family structures, ages, and body types. 
Learn more:

https://www.mamatotovillage.org
Base Zip DC: 20019
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Black Mothers United - a celebration of Black motherhood and 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.  ​Get free access to a pregnancy coach who will guide you through the steps for a positive birthing experience.
Learn more:
http://blackmothersunited.org​
Base Zip: CA 95820
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Pregnancy Your Way - Dr. Alan Lindemann teaches us that PPD can be reduced and even averted with the proper preparation for pregnancy and childbirth. 
Connect with "Rural Doc Alan" and gain FREE access to expert guidance:
  •  Read forum entries
  •  View quad video
  •  Watch podcasts
  •  View intro to pregnancy course
  •  Post to forum
  •  View c-section video
  •  Schedule one-on-one coaching session
Family members, caregivers and advocates are invited to learn more.
​https://pregnancyyourway.com/
Base Zip: 58001
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I Deserve Good Days - Multiple groups and categories to assist you in finding medical, food and other free and reduced cost help. Supported by: FindHelp Org
 
https://www.findhelp.org/

Learn more:
https://www.ideservegooddays.org/
Base Zip: TX 75201
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win Ravens Hypnotherapy and Research, LLC
 Is there a safe and holistic way to calm, anxiety, relieve stress, fight depression and move towards peace with your mind and body?  J. Robert Parker, C. Ht, Director, Certified Hypnotherapist says YES.  Listen to his advice on a FOZA Podcast and then connect with him for a free consultation.  He will work with you and your medical care provider for the best outcome. 
​Learn more:
https://twinravens.org
Base Zip: AR
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​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.


Learn more:
https://www.mhamd.org/
Base Zip: MD 21093
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Sista Afya
Sista Afya Community Mental Wellness' vision is for Black women across the African Diaspora to be free from psychological and physical illness through supporting one another and engaging in accessible mental wellness care that centers the well-being of the whole person. 

Learn more:
https://www.sistaafya.com/​
Base Zip: IL 60649
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Cherished Mom -  Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders PMAD 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.

Learn more:
https://www.cherishedmom.org
Base Zip: TN 37604  
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​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 parental journey.


Learn more:
https://www.themotherhoodcenter.com​
Base Zip: NY 10016
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​Suicide Safety Plan App - If you or someone you love is dealing with thoughts of suicide please dial 988 and speak to a representative.
Here we have a link to a resource that can help you develop a safety plan to stay save and cope with stress.
You can customize your own warning signs that a crisis may be developing, coping strategies for dealing with suicidal urges, places for distraction, friends and family members you can reach out to. ​ Don't give up.
Learn more:
https://suicidesafetyplan.app/
Base Zip: International
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Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) 
The only federally supported resource center devoted to advancing the implementation of the National Strategy for Suicide Prevention. 
Effective suicide prevention requires multiple approaches and a full box of tools.  SPRC encourages suicide prevention practitioners, health care professionals, policymakers, journalists, and all advocates for suicide prevention use this site to access regularly updated data on the magnitude, patterns and solutions of suicidal behavior in the United States.
​​Learn more:
https://www.sprc.org/
Base Zip: International
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1CommonBond - Training for Suicide prevention and intervention  Providing immediate and long-term support to those affected by sudden loss.

​Learn more:
https://1commonbond.org/
Base Zip: NC 28348
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​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. ​


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

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​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. ​


AFPS
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention -  Discover the programs AFSP uses to save lives and bring hope to those affected by suicide. 

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.

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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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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.​


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