Maternal Mental Health Resources

Pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood bring major physical and emotional changes. Many mothers experience postpartum depression, anxiety, birth trauma, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep deprivation, and difficulties adjusting to the emotional and physical demands of pregnancy and new parenthood.

While this can all feel overwhelming, it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Recent statistics from the American Psychiatric Association show that many people face similar mental health challenges:

  • Each year, 500,000 pregnant women in the U.S. will experience a mental health condition either before or during pregnancy.
  • As many as 75% of pregnant individuals with mental health symptoms do not receive treatment.
  • Adverse childhood experiences can increase risk for prenatal depression symptoms, especially in low-income women.
  • 1 in 10 men experience postpartum depression.

If you or a loved one are navigating mental health struggles during or after pregnancy, support is available. We’ve gathered a list of resources and organizations that support maternal mental health, including care specifically for BIPOC women, mothers, and birthing people.

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If you experienced trauma during childbirth or your child suffered a birth injury, our team can help connect you with resources and explain your legal options.

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Crisis Lines for Immediate Mental Health Support

  • Crisis Text Line
    A free, 24/7 crisis support service that provides confidential mental health support via text message.
    Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States.
    Call or text 1-800-985-5990
  • Maternal & Child Health Hotline
    A free, confidential hotline offering mental health support, resources, and referrals for pregnant and postpartum individuals.
     Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (833-852-6262)
  • Postpartum Support International HelpLine
    Provides emotional support, information, and referrals for individuals experiencing perinatal mental health concerns. Trained volunteers return calls and texts confidentially.
    Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) #1 En Español or #2 English
    Text “Help” to 800-944-4773 (English)
  • All-Options Talkline
    Offers judgment-free peer counseling for pregnancy, parenting, abortion, infertility, and loss experiences.
    Call their All-Options Talkline at 1-888-493-0092 from anywhere in the United States or Canada

General Maternal Mental Health Support Resources

Pregnancy Loss, Infant Loss, and Grief Resources

  • Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
    Provides grief support, memorial events, and resources for families affected by miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss.
  • MISS Foundation
    Offers crisis support, counseling resources, and advocacy for families grieving the death of a child.
  • Return to Zero: H.O.P.E.
    Provides support groups, retreats, and community resources for bereaved parents after pregnancy or infant loss.
  • Star Legacy Foundation
    Supports families affected by pregnancy and infant loss while promoting research and education to prevent stillbirth.
  • The Compassionate Friends
    Provides peer support and grief resources for families grieving the death of a child of any age.
  • Empty Arms Bereavement Support
    Offers compassionate support services and resources for individuals and families experiencing pregnancy or infant loss.
  • Miscarriage Matters
    Provides emotional support, education, and advocacy for those affected by miscarriage.
  • PSI Loss & Grief in Pregnancy & Postpartum
    Offers specialized resources and support for grief and loss during pregnancy and postpartum.

Birth Trauma, NICU, and Medical Complications Resources

  • Hand to Hold
    Provides support, education, and peer mentoring for NICU families and those experiencing pregnancy or infant loss.
  • Solace for Women
    Supports women and families coping with traumatic births, NICU experiences, infertility, and reproductive loss.
  • Preeclampsia Foundation
    Provides education, advocacy, and support for individuals affected by preeclampsia and hypertensive disorders of pregnancy.
  • March of Dimes
    Works to improve maternal and infant health through education, research, advocacy, and support programs.

Infertility & Reproductive Trauma Resources

  • RESOLVE: The National Infertility Association
    Provides infertility support groups, advocacy, education, and emotional support resources.
  • All-Options Talkline
    Offers judgment-free peer counseling for pregnancy, parenting, abortion, infertility, and loss experiences.
    Call their All-Options Talkline at 1-888-493-0092 from anywhere in the United States or Canada
  • Paths to Parenthub
    Provides emotional wellness support and mental health resources for infertility, IVF, donor conception, surrogacy, and reproductive trauma.

BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ Maternal Mental Health Resources

  • PSI BIPOC Resource Page
    Provides culturally responsive perinatal mental health resources and support for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color communities.
  • Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance (MMHLA) Resource Page
    Maternal and Mental Health Resources for BIPOC women, mothers, and birthing people
  • Inclusive Therapists
    Inclusive Therapists is a social justice and liberation-oriented mental health directory, community, and resource hub.
  • Melanin and Mental Health 
    Connecting individuals with culturally competent clinicians committed to serving the mental health needs of Black & Latinx/Hispanic communities.
  • Black Midwife Directory (Sista Midwife)
    A directory connecting families with Black midwives and culturally affirming birth workers.
  • Meet Mae
    A pregnancy and postpartum support platform specifically designed for Black women and birthing people.
  • Irth – Birth Without Bias
    An app where Black and brown parents can review prenatal, birth, postpartum, and pediatric care experiences to help others find equitable care.
  • Health in Her HUE
    Connects Black women and women of color with culturally competent healthcare providers and wellness resources.
  • The Broken Brown Egg
    A reproductive health and infertility support organization focused on Black women and communities of color navigating infertility and reproductive trauma.
  • National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
    National directory centering on QTBIPOC and features providers grounded in healing justice.
  • CDC Hear Her Campaign – AI/AN Resources
    Provides maternal health education and culturally relevant pregnancy and postpartum resources for American Indian and Alaska Native communities.
  • Hummingbird – Indigenous Family Services
    An Indigenous-led organization serving Native families with culturally grounded programs for pregnancy, parenting, and early childhood support.

    • Indigenous BirthKeepers
      Provides full-spectrum doula support for Indigenous families through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and pregnancy loss.
    • The Nest 
      Offers guaranteed basic income support to Indigenous pregnant people through their child’s third birthday.
    • Storytelling Program
      Uses storytelling and cultural healing practices to support Indigenous parents and families.
    • Pilimakua Family Connections
      Provides Indigenous-centered family support services including home visiting, parent groups, peer support, and community events for families with young children.
  • One Sky Center
    Promotes and nurtures effective and culturally appropriate mental health and substance abuse prevention and treatment services for Native populations.
  • Alaska Native Birthworkers Community
    Supports Alaska Native birthing families with culturally informed reproductive, birth, and parenting care resources.
  • National Asian American Pacific Islander Mental Health Association (NAAPIMHA)
    Nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote and redefine the mental health and well-being of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander individuals and communities in the United States.
  • Therapy for Latinx 
    National mental health directory that connects Latinx individuals and families with culturally responsive therapists. Offers searchable provider listings, mental health education, and bilingual therapy resources.
  • Latinx Therapy
    A directory that helps Latinx individuals and families find culturally responsive and bilingual mental health providers across the United States.
  • PSI Queer & Trans Parents Resource Page
    Offers affirming support and resources for LGBTQIA+ parents during pregnancy and postpartum.

General Mental Health Resources

 

Resources for Families and Partners

 

 

Intensive Outpatient and Inpatient Treatment for Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders in Michigan

 

About ABC Law Centers

For nearly 30 years, our birth injury attorneys have worked with families facing extraordinary challenges and understand the importance of mental health support throughout the perinatal period. Early intervention and access to care makes a meaningful difference and we hope these resources help families find the support and community they need.

We are also committed to helping children harmed by preventable birth injuries. A successful legal case can help families secure the resources their child may need for life, including: 

  • 24/7 Attendant or nursing care
  • Therapy and medical treatment without financial barriers
  • Home and vehicle modifications 
  • Long-term financial support into adulthood 

Our firm focuses exclusively on representing children with birth injuries and disabilities. We understand the challenges families face and are committed to helping them secure the care, support, and financial resources their child may need for the future. Contact us for a free consultation today. There are no upfront costs and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for your family.

Sources

  1. Clarke DE, De Faria L, Alpert JE, The Perinatal Mental Health Advisory Panel, The Perinatal Mental Health Research Team. Perinatal Mental and Substance Use Disorder: White Paper. Washington, DC: American Psychiatric Association; 2023 [Available from: https://www.psychiatry.org/maternal].

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