Mental Health
Mental health can be one of the biggest stressors in your life. It can be an all consuming issue if it’s not addressed. Motherhood puts a tremendous strain on your mental health and everyone needs some help from time to time. Below are some resources that can help you find the help you need at any point in your motherhood journey.
Suicide Support Hotline - Call 988. Available 24/7 for 365 days a year.
Postpartum Support International - a website that helps you gain access to mental health resources, educational materials, legal help, support groups, and more.
Psychology Today - a directory to help you find a therapist near you. You can search by location, insurance, and/or speciality.
Mindscape by Harvard Health - a website that can help parents and caregivers navigate mental health challenges for others and yourself.
Good Inside with Dr. Becky - a podcast about parenthood, mental health, emotional regulation, and breaking cycles.
Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers - a graphic novel that helps you figure out what thoughts are normal in motherhood and when you need more help.
Momwell Postpartum Support - a support page that has paid and free mental health and relationship resources for moms postpartum.
*These are resources we personally love—no affiliation unless started.