Mental Health Resources
Explore a curated collection of trusted websites, recommended books, and downloadable handouts designed to educate, support, and empower you.
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Support, resources, education, and advocacy for those affected by mental illness.
Postpartum Support International
PSI’s mission is to promote awareness, education, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide. PSI offers a variety of free resources for new and expecting parents, including support groups, referral directory, peer mentoring, and much more.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
www.mchb.hrsa.gov
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is free, confidential, and here to help, 24/7.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration
www.samhsa.gov
SAMHSA’s primary mission is to promote mental health, prevent substance misuse, and support treatment and recovery for individuals with substance use and mental health disorders.
North Carolina Crisis Services
Get 24/7 crisis support for social or family situations, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, thoughts of suicide, alcohol or drug use, or if you just need someone to talk to.
Project NICU
Project NICU provides support, connection, and hope to families navigating the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Through intentional programming, peer connection and hospital partnerships, Project NICU supports families with medically fragile infants and the medical professionals who care for them ensuring no NICU family feels alone.
Helpful Links
Book Recommendations
Birth Vibes, Jen Hamilton
Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts: A Healing Guide to the Secret Fears of New Mothers, Karen Kleiman
The Whole Brain Child, Dr. Dan Siegel
Fight Right, Julie and John Gottman
Atomic Habits, James Clear
Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb
The Four Agreements, Don Miguel Ruiz
Man’s Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl
Printable Worksheets
Apps
Canopie.app uses evidence based therapeutic techniques and practical tips proven to help new and expecting parents manage stress, anxious thoughts, and low mood.
Count the Kicks is a reliable way for expectant parents to monitor their baby’s well-being in the third trimester in addition to regular prenatal visits.
MommyMeds for Moms- health & safety app for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers. Ensure safe breastfeeding and care of your baby while using prescription and over-the-counter medication.
Discussion Tools & Handouts
Use these tools to track your symptoms and discuss them with your healthcare provider.
Being your own advocate is important, and you deserve to be well. Download and bring these discussion tools to your provider.
