Best forA free first stop for postpartum mental-health education and a HelpLine.
- Who it's for
- Anyone who wants a nonprofit directory and a phone number before choosing a clinic.
Postpartum Support International publishes education, online support groups, a provider directory, and a HelpLine. On its get-help page the HelpLine is 1-800-944-4773, call or text, in English and Spanish. That page also points to the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262. PSI is not an emergency service. If you may hurt yourself or your baby, contact local emergency services. In the US you can also call or text 988.
Pros
- The HelpLine is free: 1-800-944-4773, call or text, in English and Spanish.
- Education, support groups, and a provider directory, without a subscription.
Cons
- PSI is not an emergency service. If you may hurt yourself or your baby, contact emergency services or call or text 988.
- Clinicians in the directory may bill insurance or charge a fee.