Mental Health Resources:
Seeking help is a sign of strength.
Depending on your needs, you may find the following resources useful:
Know the Signs of Mental Illness
Understanding Bipolar Disorder
Finding Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) Meetings in NYC Region
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Prenatal and Perinatal Specific Resources:
The Seleni Institute’s Advice and Support page offers a wealth of articles and information on perinatal mental health and well-being.
National Birth Equity Collaborative (NBEC), “creates solutions that optimize Black maternal and infant health through training, policy advocacy, research, and community-centered collaboration.” NBEC is part of the Black Mamas Matter Alliance.
Links to articles, information and webinars on the website of Dr. Pooja Lakshmin, MD, a Washington D.C. based Psychiatrist who specializes in maternal mental health.