Postpartum Dads helps dads and families by providing firsthand information and guidance through the experience of postpartum depression from the dad’s perspective.
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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.
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.
Sarah shares her story of experiencing anxiety towards breastfeeding, feeling overwhelmed, and her struggle to feel connected to her daughter.
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.
In this short video, Jeanne and Esperanza share their personal experiences with postpartum depression and anxiety.
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.
Krista shares how sleep deprivation and difficulty breastfeeding contributed to her postpartum depression and anxiety, and when she knew to reach out for help.
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.
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.
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 shares what it was like to be diagnosed with postpartum depression and her journey to manage and overcome her symptoms.
After the birth of her firstborn daughter, Kiara experiences postpartum depression and anxiety. She explains the symptoms she had and how she overcame it.
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.
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.
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 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.
Chelsy, a plus-sized mom, shares her journey of infertility, pregnancy, and struggles with mental health postpartum.
Find Colorado PSI Support Coordinators, resource guides, local support groups, education, and events.
Real parents share real stories on their experiences with mental health struggles, pregnancy loss, transitioning into parenthood, substance use, and everything in between.
A support group for parents of medically complex babies where they can connect, learn, and find support.
A virtual therapy group for women with high-risk pregnancies.
By providing targeted resources and a database filled with professionals equipped to support men of color, users can now obtain the help they need and deserve.
Community Reach Center provides therapeutic support for women with pregnancy-related depression and anxiety. Dads need support too – that’s why services focus on the whole family. Services are provided by Infant Mental Health Specialists on the Early Childhood Services Team, as well as therapists at any of the Center’s outpatient locations. To make an appointment with an Infant Mental Health Specialist, please call the Early Childhood Services team at (303) 853-3801. To see an outpatient therapist, come in for an initial evaluation.
This Facebook group is open to any veteran father wanting to connect.
Hope for HIE hosts a comprehensive peer-to-peer support network with local family connections to help navigate this diagnosis.
This groundbreaking work has forged a portal of access for the community that is responsive, representative, trauma-informed, and delivered with compassion to advance mental health equity in communities of color.
Right Start is a mental health program for pregnant women and families with children ages birth to 5 years. They provide help when there are concerns about a child’s emotions, behavior or development, or when parenting becomes difficult.
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.
APDC serves and supports all immigrant and refugee communities with a whole health, community-based engagement approach through health, education, and advocacy. Their mental health services provide culturally competent, community based, and consumer driven services.
Recommendations for Parents Seeking Supports for Pregnancy-Related Depression and Anxiety in Colorado.
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.
Parents share stories with the hope that they can support, encourage and inspire others who want to breastfeed their children.
We envision a world where Black mamas have the rights, respect, and resources to thrive before, during, and after pregnancy.
Get connected directly with support and counseling for you or a loved one. Read stories from real Coloradans about their mental health journey to know you’re not alone.
Circle of Parents® provides a friendly, supportive environment led by parents and other caregivers, where parents are the experts.
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.
Offering experience-affirming narratives for other bereaved parents.
Tanika Dillard speaks about how she turned the grief of miscarriage into triumph, tenacity and advocacy.
A summary of the clinical services offered by the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus to promote women’s mental health.
PSI provides direct support to pregnant and postpartum people and families, and a bridge to connect with each other.
OwnPath is a searchable web-based tool for all Coloradans to search for behavioral health care providers who are licensed by the Colorado Behavioral Health Administration (BHA). Search for specific services and providers, or use a guided search to identify which resources are best for you! Narrow your search by location, hours, language support, payment accepted, and more.
A weekly online support group for moms on a recovery journey, led by recovery coaches who are also moms in recovery.
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.
A support group for parents whose lives are touched by the tragic death of a baby through pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or in the first few months of life.
Helping individuals find mental health and addiction resources.
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 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.
Find a therapist, psychiatrist, treatment center, or support group near you.
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.
AllHealth Network is a nonprofit mental health organization providing counseling, psychiatry, crisis services, substance use treatment, and more.
Raise the Future maintains a directory of Colorado-licensed mental health professionals for child, youth, and family referrals.
PSI Volunteer Support Coordinators are available to offer peer support, information, and resources for military families. Visit their website to find your branch and contact one of PSI’s dedicated volunteers. PSI also offers a weekly online support group for military families.
Helping families before, during, and after a NICU stay and infant loss by providing powerful resources for the whole family.
Connect with knowledgeable providers near you.
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.
La Cocina provides full access to traditional and non-traditional forms of mental health and health equity support services. Services include mental wellness services, support groups, and child-parent psychotherapy/trauma treatment.
Listed on this page are good post-adoption depression resources for you that provide non-judgmental support, information, and connection with others.
24/7, free, confidential hotline for pregnant and new moms in English and Spanish. Call or text 1-833-9-HELP4MOMS (1-833-943-5746).
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.
CO Wellness Recovery is a mental wellness and addiction recovery guide. It’s a free resource for Coloradans considering recovery. Talk with someone, find treatment, learn what to expect from treatment, or find resources for caregivers.
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.
A virtual peer-to-peer support group where Black mothers connect, learn and increase well-being through shared experiences.
Sign up for a 20 minute call with a Birth Squad team member so that they can learn more about you, your family, what you need, and how they can help.
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.
A docuseries about having a baby while Black in the United States.
This podcast for Black parents offers a mix of kitchen counter, living room couch style conversations with parent activists throughout various movements.
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.
Parentline Colorado is a free telebehavioral health service offering brief, strategic psychotherapy through video chat and telephone to pregnant and postpartum families with children up to age five. Click here to view the flyer in Spanish.
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.
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.
A confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities for substance use/addiction and/or mental health problems.
“I was referred to a counselor (life coach). Essentially, balancing motherhood and a personal life is difficult, and I was feeling trapped and restless. It helped to talk with someone about it that wouldn’t judge for not wanting to be 100% mom 24/7.”