Organizations Supporting New Parents
Postpartum mental health issues can be serious and require treatment and support. If you think you, or someone you love, are experiencing symptoms, please seek help as soon as possible. These organizations are dedicated to ensuring moms have the support they need during the prenatal and postnatal periods:
Mental Health
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Postpartum Support International: offering mental health support for new moms, moms to be, and dads. Includes a provider directory, helpline number, links to online support groups and resources. https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-moms/
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Postpartum Depression: information on symptoms, treatment and where to find support. https://www.postpartumdepression.org/
Find An Occupational Therapist
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Not in the San Francisco Bay Area? Take a look at this handy directory to find a maternal health occupational therapist near you: https://www.otsinmaternalhealth.com/directory
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