Question 1

GENERAL INFORMATION

Accepted Answer

Postpartum Support International (PSI)
(https://www.postpartum.net/)This organization works to support women and families during the pregnancy and postpartum periods. Call their toll-free hotline (833-943-5746) to connect with trained experts 24/7/365 in English and Spanish. Their free weekly support groups (https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/)meet online and provide guidance, support, and resources for anyone struggling with perinatal mood disorders, as well as military and NICU families.
 
Postpartum Stress Center
(https://postpartumstress.com/)Educational information, support, resources, and self-help tools, all focused on maternal mental health.
 
MothertoBaby.org
(http://MothertoBaby.org)Reliable, evidence-based information on taking medication during pregnancy and postpartum, including while breastfeeding.
 
InfantRisk.com
(http://InfantRisk.com)Comprehensive information and research on the impact of specific medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
 
MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health
(https://womensmentalhealth.org/)Up-to-date evidence-based research on women’s mental health issues and psychiatric disorders occurring during pregnancy and postpartum.
 
Fourth Trimester Project
(https://newmomhealth.com/)Expert-written and evidence-based information for families on all aspects of the postpartum experience.

Question 2

PERINATAL MOOD + ANXIETY DISORDERS

Accepted Answer

Do I have postpartum depression?
(https://postpartumstress.com/get-help-2/do-i-have-ppd/)A simple quiz to evaluate whether you’re experiencing PPD as well as links to resources on getting help, support, and treatment.
 
“Baby blues” vs postpartum depression/anxiety
(http://www.seleni.org/advice-support/the-difference-between-the-baby-blues-and-postpartum-depression)This article helps clarify the differences between the two and will help you determine when to reach out for help.
 
The Symptoms of Postpartum Depression & Anxiety in Plain Mama English
(https://postpartumprogress.com/the-symptoms-of-postpartum-depression-anxiety-in-plain-mama-english)Easy to read, basic, straightforward no-nonsense info about what to look for and when to seek help.
 
Postpartum Pact
(https://postpartumstress.com/for-families/how-can-i-help-a-loved-one/the-postpartum-pact/)A guide and checklist for families to prepare and plan for any potential postpartum mental health issues – an essential tool for any expectant family!

Question 3

INFERTILITY + PREGNANCY/INFANT LOSS

Accepted Answer

Resolve.org
(https://resolve.org/)The ultimate resource for information, emotional support, activism, and community for individuals experiencing infertility, pregnancy loss, or who are exploring adoption.
 
Conquering Infertility
(https://www.amazon.com/Conquering-Infertility-Enhancing-Fertility-Inferti/dp/0142002011)Dr. Alice Domar covers everything you need to know about fertility tests, treatment, and coping with the stresses of trying to conceive.
 
Hand to Hold
(https://handtohold.org/)Resources, information, and support for bereaved and NICU families.
 
Return to Zero
(https://rtzhope.org/)Support, education, and community for families facing infant and pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, and perinatal trauma.

Question 4

MOTHERHOOD + PARENTING SUPPORT

Accepted Answer

A Letter to New Moms
(https://postpartumprogress.com/postpartum-depression-karen-kleiman-a-letter-to-new-moms)Therapist Karen Kleiman unpacks and challenges the many, many myths about the “perfect mother.”
 
The Birth of a Mother
(https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/08/well/family/the-birth-of-a-mother.html)Alexandra Sacks, MD discusses the idea of “matrescence” or the transition into motherhood.
 
Janet Lansbury
(https://www.janetlansbury.com/)Author of “No Bad Kids” addresses any and all issues of parenting infants through older toddlers with compassion and respect.
 
Renegade Mothering
(https://www.renegademothering.com/)Brilliant, hilarious, emotional truth teller Janelle addresses every aspect of the parenting journey.
 
The Longest Shortest Time
(https://longestshortesttime.com/)Terrific and quirky podcast exploring all different angles of fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and child raising.

Question 5

LOCAL RESOURCES FOR HOPEFUL, EXPECTANT + NEW PARENTS

Accepted Answer

Maternal Mental Health Collective of Savannah
(https://www.listentomoms.org/)We provide mental health care, resources, information, and training on perinatal mental health in the Savannah area.
 
Midwife Group & Women’s Health and Birth Center
(https://themidwifegroup.com/)Skilled, sensitive, and patient-centered health care for women in coastal Georgia.

Citta Mind Body Baby (https://www.cittamindbodybaby.com/)
Experienced and compassionate telepsychiatry services with a psychiatric nurse practitioner who specializes in treating perinatal mental health.
 
Essential Yoga Doula(http://www.essentialyogadoula.com)
Savannah doula Ann Carroll offers labor doula services, pregnancy and postpartum yoga, fertility yoga, and hypnobirthing classes.
 
Latch Breastfeeding Support
(https://www.latchsav.com/)Helen Pastures and her team help address any and all concerns around breastfeeding with compassion, wisdom, and grace.
 
Core Therapy
(http://www.coretherapysav.com/)Pelvic floor physical therapy for women needing help with pelvic pain, trauma, and any pregnancy or postpartum issues.
 
Heal Acupuncture
(http://www.healsavannah.com/)Nicole Ware uses Chinese herbs and acupuncture to treat any pregnancy and postpartum issues as well as infertility.

Question 6

RECOMMENDED READING

Accepted Answer

Mindful Birthing (https://www.amazon.com/Mindful-Birthing-Training-Childbirth-Beyond/dp/006196395X)by Nancy Bardacke
 
What No One Tells You: A Guide to Your Emotions From Pregnancy to Motherhood (https://www.amazon.com/What-One-Tells-You-Motherhood/dp/1501112562)by Catherine Birndorff & Alexandra Sacks
 
The Fourth Trimester​(https://www.amazon.com/What-One-Tells-You-Motherhood/dp/1501112562) by Kimberly Ann Johnson
 
This Isn’t What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression​(https://www.amazon.com/This-Isnt-What-Expected-Overcoming/dp/0738216933) by Karen Kleiman
 
Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts (https://www.amazon.com/Good-Moms-Have-Scary-Thoughts/dp/1641701307/)​by Karen Kleiman
 
Dropping the Baby and Other Scary Thoughts​(https://www.amazon.com/Dropping-Baby-Other-Scary-Thoughts/dp/1138872717) by Karen Kleiman
 
Awake at 3am​(https://www.amazon.com/Awake-m-Depression-Pregnancy-Motherhood/dp/1941529925) by Suzannah Neufeld
Strong As a Mother​(https://www.amazon.com/Strong-Mother-Importantly-Pregnancy-Parenthood/dp/1250105587) by Kate Rope
 
Dear Scarlet: The Story of My Postpartum Depression (https://www.byteresawong.com/about-my-book)by Teresa Wong

Question 7

PODCASTS

Accepted Answer

The Longest Shortest Time(https://longestshortesttime.com/)
 
Mom & Mind(http://drkaeni.com/podcast/)
 
The Expectful(https://expectful.com/)
 
Motherhood Sessions(https://gimletmedia.com/shows/motherhood-sessions)
 
Where Should We Begin(https://www.estherperel.com/podcast)
 
Sex, Birth, Trauma(https://kimberlyannjohnson.com/podcasts/)