How do I help a pregnant or postpartum patient who is struggling emotionally?
866-364-MOMS is a free, 24/7 hotline answered live by licensed mental health professionals. We are here to help!
We support healthcare professionals and families with:
- Education
- Emotional support
- Therapy referrals
- Psychiatry referrals
- Support groups
- Other community-based needs like lactation support
Callers do not have to be affiliated with NorthShore. We help families throughout Illinois.
Perinatal mood and anxiety conditions are very treatable. To learn more:
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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Condition Videos
Learn more about Perinatal Depression
Learn more about Perinatal Anxiety
Learn more about Postpartum Psychosis
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National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Families outside of Illinois may be best served by the 24/7, free, confidential National Maternal Mental Health Hotline!
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
About the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. The Hotline offers callers:
· Phone or text access to professional counselors
· Real-time support and information
· Response within a few minutes, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
· Resources
· Referrals to local and telehealth providers and support groups
· Culturally sensitive support
· Counselors who speak English and Spanish
· Interpreter services in 60 languages
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988 Suicide Crisis Hotline
We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.
