Postpartum Support International

Postpartum Support International PSI provides a worldwide network of peer support, reliable information, professional trainings, and coordinators in all US states and 35 other countries.

Postpartum Support International (PSI) is the world's leading volunteer organization dedicated to educating professionals and supporting pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss families. PSI was founded in 1987 to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional difficulties that women can experience during and after pregnancy. The organization offers peer support, reliable information, best practice training, and volunteer coordinators in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico, and more than 35 other countries. Working together with its volunteers, caring professionals, researchers, legislators and others, PSI is committed to raising awareness, eliminating stigma, and ensuring that compassionate and quality care is available to all families. To learn more, call PSI at 800-944-4PPD or visit www.postpartum.net. Send us a message if you need help or you'd like to help! We need volunteer support coordinators, outreach advocates, fundraisers, and professionals to help us fulfill our mission of support and community connection. We will train you and help you connect with other advocates. Send us a message on FB, call us 503-894-9453 or 800=944-4773 or write support@postpartum.net.

๐Ÿ’™ โ€œMaternal su***de is one of the leading causes of death in the perinatal periodโ€”yet itโ€™s often invisible.โ€This Septemb...
09/09/2025

๐Ÿ’™ โ€œMaternal su***de is one of the leading causes of death in the perinatal periodโ€”yet itโ€™s often invisible.โ€

This September, we honor the voices behind Maternal Su***de Awareness Monthโ€”a movement born from love, loss, and advocacy.

๐Ÿ’ฌ โ€œThe phrase Is MOM ok? became more than a questionโ€”it became a lifeline.โ€
Together, we remember, we speak up, and we work to save lives.
โœจ Read it here: ๐Ÿ‘‰ https://loom.ly/PdzrwYM

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๐Ÿ’™ Maternal Su***de Awareness: Trained Providers Save LivesMaternal su***de is one of the leading causes of death in the ...
09/08/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Maternal Su***de Awareness: Trained Providers Save Lives

Maternal su***de is one of the leading causes of death in the first year after birth, yet many cases go undetected due to stigma and lack of awareness.

Early recognition and intervention by trained providers can make a life-saving difference.

โœจ Why Training Matters:
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€โš•๏ธ Recognize signs of Perinatal Mental Health Disorders
๐Ÿ’ฌ Provide compassionate, evidence-based support
๐Ÿฅ Coordinate care for the parent, baby, and whole family
๐Ÿ“Š Reduce maternal su***de risk through early detection

๐ŸŒ Learn more & register for PSI Trainings: https://loom.ly/Z2maQQA

09/08/2025
๐Ÿ’™ Join Maternal Mental Health Research! 1๏ธโƒฃ Smart Bassinet Study๐Ÿ‘ถ Comparing bassinets & their impact on sleep + maternal...
09/08/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Join Maternal Mental Health Research!

1๏ธโƒฃ Smart Bassinet Study
๐Ÿ‘ถ Comparing bassinets & their impact on sleep + maternal mental health
๐Ÿ“Œ Military-affiliated pregnant women
๐Ÿ“… Ends: 12/31/2027
๐Ÿ“ฉ shine@uccs.edu

2๏ธโƒฃ Mother-Infant Bond Study
๐Ÿ’ž Exploring how attachment, parity & expectations shape the bond
๐Ÿ“Œ Moms 18+ with a child under 12 months
๐Ÿ“… Ends: 5/31/2026
๐Ÿ“ฉ qadris2@montclair.edu

โœจ Make a difference in maternal mental health research!

๐Ÿ”— Full Research Listings โžก๏ธ https://loom.ly/TfRHaYo

๐Ÿ’™ Coping with Maternal Su***de: You Are Not AloneMaternal su***de is a leading cause of death in the first year after bi...
09/07/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Coping with Maternal Su***de: You Are Not Alone

Maternal su***de is a leading cause of death in the first year after birth, yet grief and loss are often experienced in silence. Families navigating this loss may feel isolated, guilty, or overwhelmedโ€”but support is available.

๐Ÿ˜ข Shock, sadness, guilt, or anger are normal emotions after maternal su***de
๐Ÿ—ฃ Open conversations and sharing your story help reduce stigma
โณ Healing takes time, and support can guide your journey

๐Ÿ“ž Help is available:
๐Ÿ“ฑ National Su***de & Crisis LifeLine: 988
๐Ÿ“ฑ PSI HelpLine: 1-800-944-4773
๐Ÿ“ฑ Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-852-6262
๐ŸŒ Access support groups, resources, and guides: postpartum.net/get-help/

๐Ÿ“– Learn more: https://loom.ly/xAykpbs

Maternal Su***de is one of the leading causes of death in pregnancy and postpartum, but finding the right support can ma...
09/07/2025

Maternal Su***de is one of the leading causes of death in pregnancy and postpartum, but finding the right support can make all the difference.

๐Ÿ’ป Find a provider or support group trained in perinatal mental health on the PSI Directory.
โญ Filter by specialty, treatment orientation, language, accepted insurances, payment options, and more.
๐ŸŒ Start your search now: psidirectory.com

๐Ÿ’™ You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you WILL be well.

๐Ÿ“ž Get help now:
๐Ÿ”ท PSI HelpLine: 800-944-4773
๐Ÿ”ท National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-852-6262
๐Ÿ”ท National Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: 988
๐Ÿ”ท Visit Postpartum.net for support groups, education, and resources
๐Ÿ”ท Download the Connect by PSI App in the App Store & Google Play Store

09/06/2025
๐Ÿ’™ This month, we hold space for a truth thatโ€™s often left unspoken: Maternal su***de is one of the leading causes of dea...
09/05/2025

๐Ÿ’™ This month, we hold space for a truth thatโ€™s often left unspoken: Maternal su***de is one of the leading causes of death in the first year after giving birth.

No parent should feel like they have to suffer in silence. ๐Ÿ’”

If youโ€™re struggling, please know:
โœจ You are not alone.
โœจ You are not to blame.
โœจ With help, you will be well.

๐Ÿ“ž Call or text 988 if youโ€™re in crisis
๐Ÿ“ฑ Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-852-6262
๐Ÿ“ฑ PSI HelpLine: 800-944-4773
๐Ÿคณ Download the Connect by PSI App in the App Store & Google Play Store
๐ŸŒ Find support groups, peer mentors, and trained providers at postpartum.net

Together, we can break the silence and make sure every parent feels seen, supported, and cared for ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ’™ Help is Just a Text, Tap, or App AwayFeeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or after loss? Support is close...
09/04/2025

๐Ÿ’™ Help is Just a Text, Tap, or App Away

Feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or after loss? Support is closer than you think:
๐Ÿ’ฌ Text a helpline or hotline for immediate help
๐Ÿ‘† Tap into support groups, peer mentors, and chat with an expert
๐Ÿ“ฑ App for resources, community connection, and provider directories

๐Ÿ“ฅ Download the Connect by PSI App for free:
iOS (App Store): https://loom.ly/o7CCK7Y
Android (Google Play): https://loom.ly/LIDQIkY

๐Ÿ’ฌ Feeling overwhelmed in parenthood? You're not alone.Join PSIโ€™s free โ€œChat with an Expertโ€ sessions for moms and dads โ€”...
09/04/2025

๐Ÿ’ฌ Feeling overwhelmed in parenthood? You're not alone.

Join PSIโ€™s free โ€œChat with an Expertโ€ sessions for moms and dads โ€” a safe, supportive space led by licensed mental health professionals.

๐ŸŒŸ What youโ€™ll get:
โœ” A chance to ask questions
โœ” Compassionate support from experts
โœ” Connection with other parents who get it

๐Ÿ—“ Moms Chat is every Wednesday at 12 PM Eastern / 9 AM Pacific! Dads Chat is the 1st Tuesday of the month at 8 PM Eastern / 5 PM Pacific
๐Ÿ• No registration needed โ€” just drop in.
โ˜Ž๏ธ Call 1-800-944-8766 and use Participant Code 73162

๐Ÿ‘‰ Visit postpartum.net/get-help/chat-with-an-expert for all the details

Because you deserve support, too. ๐Ÿ’™

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