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woman sitting in bed looking sad - maternal suicide prevention resources

Suicide is the leading cause of death in new moms

When you’re experiencing thoughts of suicide, it’s hard to ask for help—but that’s when help from others is most necessary.

Updated Mar. 21, 2023
mother holding baby at the beach - motherhood and trauma

You might be experiencing trauma these days, and you aren’t alone

Viewing motherhood through the lens of trauma might make you feel more validated.

Updated Aug. 04, 2022
maternal mental health: mother holding sleeping baby at home

‘Critical’ TRIUMPH for New Moms Act moves one step closer to becoming law

The bill recently passed in the House and now moves on to the Senate.

Updated Sep. 07, 2022
tired mom holding head and pumping

My secret to parenting with borderline personality disorder

If you need support right now, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline…

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
mom comforting stressed or depressed teen

AAP now recommends screening all kids 12 and up for depression and suicide risk

Depression and suicide risk in children has reached unprecedented levels. Last year…

Updated Jun. 14, 2022
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988 is the mental health version of 911, and it’s launching in July

The new national mental health hotline is launching next month, but most states still don’t have funding to support it.

Updated Aug. 03, 2022
young mom laying down

To the mama struggling to be a parent with depression and anxiety

I see you dropping your child off at school, still in your pajamas, a beanie hat on your head to cover up the fact you hadn’t brushed your hair yet this morning.

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
postpartum anxiety: mom with newborn baby

How motherhood myths impacted my struggle with postpartum depression and anxiety

Postpartum depression and anxiety were closely aligned with the myths of motherhood I had been sold my entire life.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
new mom holding her newborn on the couch

10 essential ways new moms can support their mental health

The most important thing? To remember that this is just one season of your life.

Updated Oct. 03, 2023
mother holding baby at home - postpartum depression drug

A pill for PPD has been fast-tracked for FDA authorization

Zuranolone could be a game-changer for those with PPD.

Updated Feb. 08, 2023

Postpartum during the summer: When your emotions don’t match the season

Summertime is typically a bright, happy time. When you're postpartum, it can feel dark and isolating.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022

Dads of preemies suffer from depression, too

As hospitals ramp up their efforts to treat postpartum depression in mothers, researchers say there's increasing evidence that dads need help, too.

Updated Jun. 01, 2022
black and white photo of a pregnant belly - essay on prenatal depression

Maggie on having prenatal depression and being afraid to have another baby

I would be sobbing into Robert’s shoulder, “I know I’ll love this baby, but I just don’t feel that way right now.”

Updated Oct. 20, 2022

How Melissa Bernstein channeled ‘the dread’ of depression into toy creation for Melissa & Doug

The Melissa & Doug co-founder and mother of six published a book to show others who are suffering that they're not alone.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
Melissa Bernstein of Melissa & Doug

Melissa Bernstein of Melissa & Doug wants you to know that you aren’t alone

Melissa Bernstein is one-half of the incredibly successful global toy company Melissa…

Updated Dec. 12, 2024

Shay Mitchell offers advice to moms dealing with prenatal depression: ‘don’t be afraid to talk about it’

"It's something I didn't know was a thing: I heard so much about postpartum depression but I never knew about [depression during pregnancy]."

Updated Oct. 14, 2021

Michelle Obama says she felt “low-grade depression” during the pandemic

The former first lady is opening up about her mental health and her changing relationship with her daughters.

Updated Oct. 14, 2021
woman holding her coffee in the rain - essay on depression medication

Mamaita on postpartum depression and the medication that saved her life

"I would go to empty out the dishwasher and by the time I'd reach the cabinet with the clean plate, I'd be bawling."

Updated Oct. 20, 2022
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