PSI Online Support Meetings
PSI provides direct support to pregnant and postpartum people and families, and a bridge to connect with each other.
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Healthy Expectations Mental Health Program at Colorado Children’s Hospital
With options ranging from a free support group to evidence-based mother-infant group psychotherapy, Healthy Expectations draws upon experts from various medical and mental health disciplines to support pregnant women and women struggling with mood and anxiety issues after delivery.
High Risk Pregnancy Group
A virtual therapy group for women with high-risk pregnancies.
Postpartum Dads
This website is intended to help dads and families by providing firsthand information and guidance through the experience of PPD.
Barbershop Talks
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month, men are coming together at the Center for African American Health to have straightforward conversations about strengthening families and communities.
Black Women Do Breastfeed
Parents share stories with the hope that they can support, encourage and inspire others who want to breastfeed their children.
No One, in Fact, Is Better Than Ezra
Though he constantly tried his best, Ezra said he often worried that he might not measure up to being a good father. Imposter Syndrome, where one doubts their skills or accomplishments and often feels like a fraud, was becoming all too real to him, that is until he found his Circle of Father’s group.
Celebrating Fathers of Freedom
Celebrating Fathers of Freedom, a blog featured on Illuminate Colorado, shares the stories of Adam Combs and Adrian Nunez. These two military veteran fathers recognized a void in their community for fathers attempting to figure out how to jump back into parenthood while working to overcome other struggles that often accompany serving abroad.
From the Heart Enterprises
From the Heart Enterprises is committed to the creation of a community of Black men who help one another through mentoring, business support, educational training, mental health care and network building. Their focus is to bring unity in Black men through providing workshops, retreats, service acts, youth programs, mental health aid and guidance.
Families Forward Resource Center – The Fatherhood Initiative
The Today’s Fathers Program teaches men to be better fathers through fatherhood training classes. Scroll down on the Adult Education page to learn more about the Fatherhood Initiative Program.
Fathers of Freedom – Facebook Group
This Facebook group is open to any veteran father wanting to connect.
Hope for HIE
Hope for HIE hosts a comprehensive peer-to-peer support network with local family connections to help navigate this diagnosis.
Circle of Parents – Kinship
Join other kinship caregivers to share support, tips and advice or just talk.
Circle of Parents – Parents of Children with Special Needs
Join other parents and caregivers of children with special needs to share support, tips and advice or just talk.
Circle of Parents – Parents in Recovery
Join other parents and caregivers in recovery to share support, tips and advice or just talk.
Denver Indian Family Resource Center – Nurturing Parenting Program
The Nurturing Parenting program is designed to promote healthy physical and emotional development, appropriate roles, and developmental expectations. Classes are offered in 12 week cycles and are currently being held on zoom.
BIPOC Growth and Healing After Pregnancy and Infant Loss – Facebook group
This facebook group is for those who identify as either Black, Indigenous, or a person of color and who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss.
Parenting for Liberation Podcast
This podcast for Black parents offers a mix of kitchen counter, living room couch style conversations with parent activists throughout various movements.
Breaking the Silence of Pregnancy Loss | Tanika Dillard | TEDxGreenville
Tanika Dillard speaks about how she turned the grief of miscarriage into triumph, tenacity and advocacy.
Hand to Hold
Helping families before, during, and after a NICU stay and infant loss by providing powerful resources for the whole family.
Circle of Parents – Fathers and Male Caregivers
Colorado fathers and male caregivers join together online to share support, tips and advice, or just talk.
Connections Support Group for Parents of Medically Complex Babies
A support group for parents of medically complex babies where they can connect, learn, and find support.
Latino USA: Getting Real About Pregnancy
In this podcast and short blog, Jeanne Montalvo Lucar tells her story of infertility, miscarriage, and the pressure to become a within the Latino community.
Circle of Parents Colorado – All Parents and Caregivers
Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers, where parents are the experts.
Circulo de Padres
Circle of Parents provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers, where parents are the experts. Visit their website to find a variety of Spanish-speaking support groups.
Black Angel Mom
Offering experience-affirming narratives for other bereaved parents.
Rainbow Families – LGBTQ Parenting Resources
Rainbow Families supports, educates, and connects lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) families, parents, and prospective parents by providing educational programs, advocacy, social events, and discussion forums.
Natal Stories
A docuseries about having a baby while Black in the United States.
Black Mamas Matter Alliance
We envision a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.
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No One, in Fact, Is Better Than Ezra
Though he constantly tried his best, Ezra said he often worried that he might not measure up to being a good father. Imposter Syndrome, where one doubts their skills or accomplishments and often feels like a fraud, was becoming all too real to him, that is until he found his Circle of Father’s group. This blog, featured on Illuminate Colorado, shares Ezra's experience will Circle of Fathers.
Celebrating Fathers of Freedom
Celebrating Fathers of Freedom, a blog featured on Illuminate Colorado, shares the stories of Adam Combs and Adrian Nunez. These two military veteran fathers recognized a void in their community for fathers attempting to figure out how to jump back into parenthood while working to overcome other struggles that often accompany serving abroad.
Eliza’s Story – Managing the Symptoms of Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Eliza, a mom who has just given birth, shares an update on her mental health and how she is managing her symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety.
Caitlin’s Story – Journey to Overcome Postpartum Depression
Caitlin shares what it was like to be diagnosed with postpartum depression and her journey to manage and overcome her symptoms.
A Journey In Self-Love Through My Plus-Size Pregnancy And Birth
Chelsy, a plus-sized mom, shares her journey of infertility, pregnancy, and struggles with mental health postpartum.
Krista’s Story – Sleep Deprivation and Difficulty Breastfeeding Led to Postpartum Depression
Krista shares how sleep deprivation and difficulty breastfeeding contributed to her postpartum depression and anxiety, and when she knew to reach out for help.
Sarah’s Story – Breastfeeding Anxiety and Feeling Overwhelmed
Sarah shares her story of experiencing anxiety towards breastfeeding, feeling overwhelmed, and her struggle to feel connected to her daughter.
Helpful Tips for Managing Postpartum Depression & Anxiety
Two moms sit down with a mental health professional to talk about the symptoms of perinatal depression and anxiety, tips for managing symptoms, and the importance of asking for help.
Jill’s Story – Managing Intrusive Thoughts, Anger, and Panic Attacks
In this 15 minute video, Jill shares her journey of learning to manage the intrusive thoughts, anger, and panic attacks she experienced as part of her postpartum depression and anxiety.
We Are Warrior Moms, We Are The Faces Of Postpartum Depression and Anxiety
Several women speak about the symptoms they experienced, where they found help, and what they wish others knew about perinatal depression and anxiety.
Motherhood and Depression Segment on Balance of Power
A Colorado mom who struggled with postpartum depression and anxiety is joined by a public health professional to offer pieces of hope and advice to parents who are struggling.
Moms Talk About Their Postpartum Depression Darkest Moments and When to Seek Help
In this short BuzzFeed video, moms discuss the darkest moments of their postpartum depression, when they knew to seek help, and offer hope to others who are struggling.
This is My Brave – Live Storytelling About Postpartum Depression
A YouTube playlist curated by This is My Brave Inc., an organization that highlights personal stories of mental illness and addiction. Videos feature live performances of parent’s sharing their experiences with postpartum depression.
Marta’s Story – Seeking Postpartum Depression Help in the LatinX Community (English and Spanish)
In both English and Spanish, Marta shares her story of the depression and anxiety her and her partner experienced throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period.
Olivia’s Story – Overcoming Postpartum Depression, Food Insecurity, and Domestic Violence (Spanish)
Olivia shares her story of experiencing postpartum depression during and after her pregnancies while simultaneously dealing with the stress of immigrating to the United States, food insecurity, and domestic violence within her relationship.
Jeanne and Esperanza’s Postpartum Depression Stories – More than Baby Blues
In this short video, Jeanne and Esperanza share their personal experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety.
Insights from Real Colorado Parents
“I think that mental health services should be discussed in conversation more. Information was always provided in writing, but it wasn’t always discussed by the practitioner.
Also, I think that filling out a depression scale is confusing/misleading because many mothers experience normal levels of anxiety, worry, and depression but might feel uncomfortable saying “yes” to items on the depression scale – for fear of being stigmatized or diagnosed.”