Postpartum Support International (PSI) is an international organization dedicated to promoting awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide. They offer a 24-our helpline (1-800-944-4773) that mothers and partners can call for basic information, support, and resources related to pregnancy and postpartum mental health.

Please note, this number is not a crisis line and cannot handle emergencies. For emergencies, please call 911 or the National Crisis Line (1-800-273-8255)

A doula is a trained professional who guides and supports families during pregnancy, labor, birth, and sometimes postpartum care of the newborn and birthing person. Often, doulas can help birthing individuals find additional resources for mental health needs during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. The goal of a doula is to help families feel supported, informed, and to be an advocate for them throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and after loss.

To find a doula who can support you, please refer to the following:

Dona International - Doula Directory

Utah Doula Association for UT residents

For more information, you can visit:

https://www.postpartum.net/learn-more/doulas/

For more personalized recommendations, please notify your therapist.

You should always consult with your primary care physician, OBGYN, or psychiatrist about options for medication management while trying to become pregnant, during pregnancy, and during the postpartum period. Mothertobaby.org offers information and resources for medication management during the pregnancy and postpartum period, including the option to contact an expert where you can ask specific questions.

The following are book recommendations that specifically target mental and emotional health in the pregnancy and postpartum period.

Pregnancy:

What No One Tells You: A Guide to Your Emotions from Pregnancy to Motherhood

Strong as a Mother

Postpartum:

The Fourth Trimester

Dropping the Baby and Other Scary Thoughts

Relationship:

What About Us

And Baby Makes Three

Tokens of Affection

Coping with Loss:

Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

Rebirth: The Journey of Pregnancy After a Loss

Pregnancy After Loss

For more personalized recommendations, please talk with your therapist.

The Trevor Project is a suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQIA+ young people offering a 24-hour support by phone, chat, or text. They also provide resources for education and an online community that individuals can join for additional social support.

Trans Lifeline is run by and for transpeople, providing confidential support and an online community. Their hotline (877-565-8860) is a peer support phone service for answering questions, providing emotional support, and offering guidance through crisis.