If you’ve read my previous posts then you know that I’m currently battling postpartum depression, but prior to that I had a battle with depression that I mostly overcame, long before having my children. Mental health matters a great deal to me. Not just mine, but everyone’s mental health, so whether you’re a mom dealing with PPD, or just anyone who comes across this post, these resources will be here for you in case they’re needed! Note, this page will be continuously updated as more are added, a long with learned information, and helpful graphics! Check back anytime to see updates!
1. POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION/ANXIETY
Support for when you’re experiencing Postpartum Depression/Anxiety, whether you have a village or not, visit their website link below for more resources for PPD/PPA!
- Call or text the PSI helpline at 800-944-4773!
2. GETTING ASSISTANCE WHEN YOU DON’T HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America – Low cost treatment options.
- Need Help Paying Bills – Check your state for assistance with paying for prescriptions, as well as assistance paying other bills.
- Medicine Assistance Tool – Low to no cost assistance.
- National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) – Other resources for assistance paying for medications needed.
3. 988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE
- 1-800-273-8255
4. NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS
- 1-800-950-6264
- Text NAMI to 741-741
And finally, just in case you just happened upon this post, and are not a mom facing PPD, but are a young LGBTQ youth-
- 1-866-488-7386
Remember that whatever you’re facing in life there will always be help, and even though it may not feel like it right now, there is always a light at the end of the tunnel. Please reach out to any of these resources, or me if you just need someone to listen. I’m so glad you exist, and if you happen to be a mama, I know your baby/babies are glad you exist too!
Know any other resources? Drop them in the comments below!
xo, Beth.
