Brookside Psychiatric Specialists PLLC

11/10/2025

Donations needed!! 🙂‍↕️ shout out to our Roanoke friends! Huddle Up Moms thanks in advance!! 🙏🥰

In addition to giving out diapers, wipes, and formula, Huddle Up Moms provides clothing and other essential items for children under 4 years old.

We are currently in need of 9 month Girls and Boys clothes and 2T-5T Girls and Boys clothes. We accept new clothes and gently used items that are not stained, ripped, soiled or monogrammed.

Your donations and support are greatly appreciated!💜

Donations can be dropped off between 10 AM - 3 PM Monday-Friday (starting Nov. 10th) or by appointment at our new location - 501 Marshall Ave Suite B. Appointments can be made by reaching out to our Support Shop team - supportshop@huddleupmoms.org.

10/27/2025

10/27/2025

Reflecting on an amazing time at the 9th annual Virginia Neonatal and Perinatal CollaborativeVNPC conference last week Hotel Roanoke thanks to all of the wonderful organizers and our new friends! Huddle Up Moms Pacify Virginia Mental Health Access Program - VMAP

10/20/2025

So excited to be here for the 9th annual summit! Virginia Neonatal and Perinatal Collaborative MaryHeath Conner

10/06/2025

🩷🩵 October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. At VNPC, we honor the babies gone too soon and the families who carry their love and memory every day.

No one should walk this path alone. If you or someone you love is struggling, please know that support is available:
📞 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: 988 (available 24/7)
📱 Postpartum Support International: Text “HELP” to 800-944-4773 or call 1-800-944-4773

Together, we can create space for remembrance, healing, and hope across Virginia.

09/29/2025

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Mary Heath Conner to our new Roanoke office. With her expertise in addiction medicine and passion for reproductive psychiatry, Dr. Conner is a valuable asset to our team. She is accepting new patients both in person at our Roanoke office and virtually! Call 757-453-1256 for more information.

09/19/2025

Hope to see you all at the VNPC conference in Roanoke!!!

👉 Ready to learn how child welfare is stepping up for substance-exposed infants? Learn more about the process from Nicole Shipp at the 9th Annual VNPC Summit, Oct. 19-20 in Roanoke. Reserve your spot today at www.goVNPC.org/events

09/18/2025

What a great resource!! Thanks Momnibus!!! https://www.childsavers.org/services/itav/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAM5CP9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHt42vSbZGY19VPSfocf5yA0wbKCyvF9hHXGYdo7HZxCkQwtp--k0m2RNU0Ix_aem_tvYL-M2wADIML18hcFI66A

ChildSavers ChildSavers offers virtual therapy for pregnant and postpartum mothers through partnership with the Virginia Health Care Foundation.

08/14/2025

Black Breastfeeding Week (8/25 - 8/31) is a week to address the disparities in breastfeeding rates within the Black community and celebrate the resilience of Black breastfeeding families.

This year we are partnering with to host a donation drive for breastfeeding supplies in support of their community 💖

Drop off new or gently used breastfeeding supplies at the studio until the end of August. Donation needs are listed on the event page → https://momence.com/Whole-Heart-Space/Black-Breastfeeding-Week-Donation-Drive/120325489

08/14/2025

🎉We are pleased to announce the arrival of our newest team member, Dr. Mary Heath Conner, DNP, APRN,PMHNP-BC, 🤩 who has joined our office in Roanoke, VA! 🎉 We are excited to expand our services to the Roanoke area🥳 and invite you to reach out to us online at brooksidepsych.com or by phone to learn more.😃

07/20/2025

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“This is not to scare you. This is to prepare you," said Nurse Jenny Kennard.

Kennard began distributing bracelets to mothers at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, providing information about postpartum warning signs. Her mission has since expanded to several other Sentara campuses, reaching hundreds of new mothers.

Kennard is an Everyday Hero for going above and beyond, and she could be the 2025 News 3 Everyday Hero Humanitarian Award winner.

To cast your vote, click the link in comments.

05/08/2025

In honor of Maternal Mental Health Month, we're spreading the word about a super helpful resource for folks who need legal aid with workplace rights for pregnant and breastfeeding people.

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