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Several women speak about the symptoms they experienced, where they found help, and what they wish others knew about perinatal depression and anxiety.
In this short video, Jeanne and Esperanza share their personal experiences with postpartum depression and 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.
As a new teen dad, Angel knew he needed to find a school that would help him get his education while also taking care of his daughter, Unique. When he found New Legacy at the beginning of this year, he knew it was a fit.
When Bianca was pregnant, she knew she did not want to continue at her old high school, so her midwife provided some recommendations, with New Legacy as the top recommendation. With Bianca’s hard work, leadership, and desire to improve her and her son’s life, New Legacy is lucky she chose to join our family!
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.
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.
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.
Caitlin shares what it was like to be diagnosed with postpartum depression and her journey to manage and overcome her symptoms.
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.
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.
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.
Sarah shares her story of experiencing anxiety towards breastfeeding, feeling overwhelmed, and her struggle to feel connected to her daughter.
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.
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.
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.
This resource has been designed by Maternal Mental Health NOW to help you feel prepared to adjust to the emotional demands, joys, and stressors of trying to conceive, pregnancy and parenting.
Colorado Parent helps moms and dads navigate the journey of parenthood.
Nurse-Family Partnership works by having specially trained nurses regularly visit young, first-time moms-to-be, starting early in the pregnancy, and continuing through the child’s second birthday.
Catholic Charities Early Childhood Education Programs offers pregnancy through age five options in the City and County of Denver for families including Head Start, Early Head Start, and private pay. Head Start and Early Head Start provide comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family engagement services to children and their families.
This Facebook group is open to any veteran father wanting to connect.
A unique father-to-father, community-based workshop that inspires and equips men of different economic levels, ages and cultures to become confidently engaged with their infants, support their mates, and personally navigate their transformation into dads.
HCP programs are located within local public health agencies throughout Colorado. Nurse-led teams provide care coordination for children and youth with special health care needs from birth to 21.
Real parents share real stories on their experiences with mental health struggles, pregnancy loss, transitioning into parenthood, substance use, and everything in between.
Lifestyle and parenting articles written by and for Latinx parents.
211 Colorado’s resources for pregnant and new parents helps you find the right resources at the right time. Call 211 in Colorado or browse their website to get connected.
Providing resources for Colorado babies and families impacted by prematurity.
CO-4-Kids takes into account the unique challenges and needs of foster and adoptive parents through their unique support and training for parents like you.
Colorado’s Early Intervention program provides supports and services to children with developmental delays or disabilities and their families from birth until the child’s third birthday.
Parents share stories with the hope that they can support, encourage and inspire others who want to breastfeed their children.
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.
The Connections Program provides family-centered behavioral health services to infants born with medical complications and their families from conception through kindergarten
The Honoring Fatherhood Program equips fathers to live with integrity and purpose and to strengthen the families, homes, and communities they are a part of. Participants receive education on topics like: parenting from the Native perspective, relationship guidance, and money management.
Parent Possible promotes and supports evidence-based, high-quality programs to engage with parents where they are – inspiring parent involvement, facilitating school readiness, and strengthening opportunities for children to achieve their full potential.
Providing pregnant and new parents with supportive programs, services, and information.
There are many types of home visiting programs available, each working to address specific ages, developmental needs, and parent skills and concerns. Parents Thrive Colorado has worked with parents and community members to develop a list of blogs, resources, and stories to highlight the successes of home visiting programs and help connect parents like you […]
Bright by Text connects you with trusted information and resources from early childhood experts about pregnancy, child development, and much more.
Available in both English and Spanish, messages keep you updated on everything from developmental tips based on your due date to events taking place in your community! Text BRIGHT to 274448 to sign up and visit their site to learn more.
Offering experience-affirming narratives for other bereaved parents.
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.
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.
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.
This website is intended to help dads and families by providing firsthand information and guidance through the experience of PPD.
SafeCare® Colorado is a free, voluntary support program for parents and caregivers with children ages five and under who need extra support to keep their families safe and healthy.
PSI provides direct support to pregnant and postpartum people and families, and a bridge to connect with each other.
Believing that personal and public health is a fundamental aspect of family prosperity, Families Forward Resource Center (FFRC) provides community health services for families. Health advocacy services include health coverage, nutrition and cooking classes and developmental screening services.
Colorado Pregnancy and Newborn Loss will connect you or a loved one with supportive counselors, peers, and classes after the loss of a child.
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.
Child First helps struggling families in these Colorado counties build strong, nurturing relationships that heal and protect young children from the devastating impact of trauma and chronic stress. Through a two-generation approach, Child First provides psychotherapy to parents and children together in their homes, and connects them with the services they need to make healthy child development possible.
A docuseries about having a baby while Black in the United States.
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.
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.
Hope for HIE hosts a comprehensive peer-to-peer support network with local family connections to help navigate this diagnosis.
Helping families before, during, and after a NICU stay and infant loss by providing powerful resources for the whole family.
The Center for African American Health offers African American and Black Metro Denver communities culturally responsive resources that support them in overcoming the root causes of health problems so they can maximize their individual and family health.
A weekly online support group for moms on a recovery journey, led by recovery coaches who are also moms in recovery.
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.
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.
To connect with an Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant, fill out the online form or call the ECMH Support Line at (833) ECMH411 Monday through Friday 10:30 am to 5:30 pm to speak directly to a consultant.
MotherWise’s program includes 6 weeks of workshops plus one-on-one coaching for mothers on knowing themselves, what healthy relationships are to them, communication and relationship skills for all kinds of relationships, and connecting with a newborn baby.
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.
Helping families find home visiting options across Colorado.
Tanika Dillard speaks about how she turned the grief of miscarriage into triumph, tenacity and advocacy.
Kindergarten is one of the most exciting events of a young child’s life. It’s a time when you might think your little kid just became a big kid. It’s a time to celebrate – and maybe it’s a time when parents are a little bit sad. But getting ready for kindergarten starts way before your […]
This podcast for Black parents offers a mix of kitchen counter, living room couch style conversations with parent activists throughout various movements.
Through advancing the proven power of nurturing relationships, Zero to Three is transforming the science of early childhood into helpful resources, practical tools and responsive policies.
We envision a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.
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.
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 virtual peer-to-peer support group where Black mothers connect, learn and increase well-being through shared experiences.
Head Start programs provide wide-ranging services for low-income children from birth to elementary school at no cost. Programs build relationships with families that support positive parent-child relationships, family well-being, and connections to peers and community.
This clinic is dedicated to providing high-quality developmental assessment and evidence-based parenting interventions for young children (age 12-42 months) with complex medical histories and/or NICU admissions.
For parents, caring for a fussy baby can be exhausting and frustrating. There is no quick fix—but there is help. Call Fussy Baby Network® Colorado, a program for parents who have concerns about their baby’s fussiness during the first year of life.
Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers, where parents are the experts.
“I think it’s important that when you feel sad or overwhelmed that you ask for some help or support and not be ashamed of it. It’s taken me a few months to understand that it truly takes a village to raise a child, and I’m so thankful to be able to have that kind of support in my life!”