Black Women Do Breastfeed strives to make visible those Black women who do breastfeed. Parents share stories with the hope that they can support, encourage and inspire others who want to breastfeed their children.
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Chelsy, a plus-sized mom, shares her journey of infertility, pregnancy, and struggles with mental health postpartum.
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.
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.
Krista shares how sleep deprivation and difficulty breastfeeding contributed to her postpartum depression and anxiety, and when she knew to reach out for help.
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.
In this short video, Jeanne and Esperanza share their personal experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety.
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.
Sarah shares her story of experiencing anxiety towards breastfeeding, feeling overwhelmed, and her struggle to feel connected to her daughter.
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.
Several women speak about the symptoms they experienced, where they found help, and what they wish others knew about perinatal depression and anxiety.
Caitlin shares what it was like to be diagnosed with postpartum depression and her journey to manage and overcome her symptoms.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
We envision a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.
Breastfeeding can be hard. Access to lactation services for common issues can make a big difference. Connect with Boulder county-specific support services, recommendations, supplies and other information by visiting this guide.
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.
Offering experience-affirming narratives for other bereaved parents.
Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers, where parents are the experts.
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.
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.
A virtual therapy group for women with high-risk pregnancies.
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.
Tanika Dillard speaks about how she turned the grief of miscarriage into triumph, tenacity and advocacy.
Breastfeeding can be hard. Access to lactation services for common issues can make a big difference. Connect with Tri-County-specific groups, resources, and other supports by visiting this guide. The guide is also available in Spanish here!
Hope for HIE hosts a comprehensive peer-to-peer support network with local family connections to help navigate this diagnosis.
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.
A virtual peer-to-peer support group where Black mothers connect, learn and increase well-being through shared experiences.
Alma is a home visitation program for pregnant parents or caregivers that take care of little ones up to the age of three and live in SW Denver/East Jeffco neighborhoods. Through home visits, Alma community companions work alongside families to practice skills that support family wellbeing, build-up their strengths, and make connections in the community.
Breastfeeding can be hard. Access to lactation services for common issues can make a big difference. Connect with Denver County-specific groups, resources, and other supports by visiting this guide.
A support group for parents of medically complex babies where they can connect, learn, and find support.
WIC gives you resources, knowledge, and tools to help you and support your family. It’s free for moms, dads, grandparents, foster parents, and all Colorado families who qualify.
A docuseries about having a baby while Black in the United States.
PSI provides direct support to pregnant and postpartum people and families, and a bridge to connect with each other.
Get connected with information on birth-friendly hospitals, childcare, and breastfeeding in the workplace!
This Facebook group is open to any veteran father wanting to connect.
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.
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.
This podcast for Black parents offers a mix of kitchen counter, living room couch style conversations with parent activists throughout various movements.
MotherToBaby specializes in answering questions about the safety/risk of exposures, such as medications, vaccines, chemicals, herbal products, substances of abuse, maternal health conditions and much more, during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
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.
A weekly online support group for moms on a recovery journey, led by recovery coaches who are also moms in recovery.
Breastfeeding can be hard. Access to lactation services for common issues can make a big difference. Connect with Jefferson county-specific supports by visiting this guide – available in both English and Spanish.
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.
The Mom Walk Collective Denver is the local chapter of a national movement whose mission is to gather moms together for walks, and to create community to support the mental health of moms both new and experienced.
This website is intended to help dads and families by providing firsthand information and guidance through the experience of PPD.
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.
Helping families before, during, and after a NICU stay and infant loss by providing powerful resources for the whole family.
“I was at the lowest low before I got pregnant, so when I got pregnant I was like, ‘Oh, shit!’ because I was homeless, everybody disowned me, I was on drugs, it was a whole mess. When I got pregnant, I just clicked that I just had to get better, because I just threw my whole life into her.”