The postpartum season is a time of healing, adjustment, and transformation, and mothers deserve support just as much as babies do. We’ve gathered trusted postpartum resources on recovery, emotional wellness, nutrition, breastfeeding, rest, hormone support, pelvic floor healing, self-care, and practical support to help nurture and care for you during the weeks and months after birth.
Creating a Postpartum Care Plan: Preparing for Life After Birth
The first few days – weeks
Breastfeeding
- Dr.Jack Newman handouts – THE BEST
- Lactation Education handouts
- Dr. Jack Newman video
- Breastfeeding – KellyMom.com
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed®) – NCBI Bookshelf
- Breastfeeding your newborn — what to expect in the early weeks – KellyMom.com
- Breastfeeding Information – A to Z – La Leche League International
- Your Guide to Breastfeeding
Postpartum Mood Disorders
- Postpartum Support International (PSI):
- 1-800-944-4773 (text or call)
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
- 1-800-273-8255
- Crisis Text Hotline: Text HOME to 741741 to instantly text with a trained Crisis Counselor
- Understanding Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders
- Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder – Bina Bird
- Natural Approaches to Depression in Pregnancy – Aviva Romm, MD
- The Symptoms of Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
- Specialized Support Resources | Postpartum Support International (PSI)
- 6 Surprising Symptoms of PPD and Anxiety
- The Emily Effect
- Frequently Asked Questions About Postpartum Depression
- Postpartum Support International – PSI
- Tips for Dads and other Support Persons
- 10 facts about depression
- New Mom Checklist for Maternal Mental Health Help
- Pregnancy, Parenting, and Depression | Texas DSHS
- Peaceful Postpartum course
- Microsoft Word – PHQ9
Mood Disorder Help for Partners
- SadDaddy | A Website for Postpartum Men
- Help for Dads | Postpartum Support International (PSI)
- Chats for Dads | Postpartum Support International (PSI)
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