Maternal Mental Health & Crisis Resources

You Are Not Alone

If you are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, psychosis, overwhelming stress, or thoughts of harming yourself or your baby, help is available. Reach out to a trusted healthcare provider or one of the resources below.

Maternal Mental Health Support

Postpartum Support International

HelpLine (Call or Text): 1-800-944-4773
Text (English): 800-944-4773
Text (Spanish): 971-203-7773

Provides support, education, local referrals, online support groups, and resources for:

Postpartum Depression (PPD)
Postpartum Anxiety
Postpartum OCD
Postpartum PTSD
Bipolar Disorders in Pregnancy & Postpartum
Postpartum Psychosis

Website: Postpartum Support International

Mental Health Information & Support

National Alliance on Mental Illness

HelpLine: 1-800-950-6264
Text: “HelpLine” to 62640

Provides:

Mental health education
Community support resources
Family support services
Mental health advocacy

Website: NAMI

Mental Health America

Information & Resource Center: 1-800-969-6642

Provides:

Mental health screening tools
Educational resources
Referrals and support information

Website: Mental Health America

Crisis Resources

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or Text: 988
Available: 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week

For:

Suicidal thoughts
Mental health crises
Emotional distress
Substance use crises

Website: 988 Lifeline

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

Free, confidential crisis support via text message 24/7.

Website: Crisis Text Line

Emergency Warning Signs

Seek Immediate Medical Attention or Call 911 if a Mother:

Has thoughts of harming herself
Has thoughts of harming her baby
Experiences hallucinations (seeing or hearing things others do not)
Experiences delusions or paranoia
Appears confused, disoriented, or disconnected from reality
Is unable to care for herself or her infant safely

Postpartum Psychosis Is a Medical Emergency

Symptoms may include:

Severe confusion
Extreme mood swings
Delusions
Hallucinations
Agitation
Insomnia
Paranoia

Immediate evaluation in an emergency department is recommended.

Support Message

Recovery is possible. Early support and treatment can make a significant difference for mothers and families. Asking for help is a sign of strength.

For Emergencies

Call 911 or 988 immediately if you or someone you know is in crisis.