Support Delivered: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Info & Resources | Vermont Department of Health CLOSE Translations for you Support Delivered: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Info & Resources Family Planning & Pregnancy During Pregnancy Family Planning and Birth Control Maternal Health Innovation Support Delivered: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Info & Resources Substance Use in Pregnancy Substance Use in Pregnancy - Information for Providers Strong Families Vermont Home Visiting Resources for Educators & Providers What is Support Delivered? An education and awareness campaign about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). An umbrella of coordinated supports and services available to Vermonters. Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are a group of symptoms that can occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period, causing emotional and physical concerns that make it hard to enjoy life and function well. PMADs are common, treatable, and are the leading complication of childbirth. About 1 in 4 (25%) of pregnant or postpartum Vermonters experience PMADs, and this can have serious impacts on parental health and well-being as well as children’s development. Find information below on PMADS, as well as resources across the state providing support to individuals struggling with PMADs. Watch this video for more about perinatal mental health. Need Help Now? If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, dial 988 for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (formerly known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline) or text VT to 741741 for the Crisis Text Line . Trained counselors are available 24/7. Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline (open 24/7) at 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) for free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. If you are concerned about your or a loved one's safety or need emergency medical services, call 9-1-1 or go to the closest emergency room. Help Me Grow Vermont connects expecting and new families to mental health clinicians who are experts in treating PMADs and other community services. This is not a crisis line. Their hours are Monday – Friday from 8 am until 5 pm. For support, you can: Call 211, option 6 Text HMGVT to 898211 Email [email protected] You can also enter your information in the form below, and a Help Me Grow Care Coordinator will contact you. Important Links Postpartum Support International (PSI) Vermont's Designated Agencies Maternal Mental Health Hotline PRAMS Reports and Surveys Perinatal Psychiatric Consultation Service NEW article published in the Archives of Women's Mental Health Journal Societal costs of untreated perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in Vermont Resources If you are experiencing symptoms of PMADs please talk with your health care provider, and learn more from other resources available. Resource Description Postpartum Support International (PSI) PSI has a warm line with local coordinators who provide support, information, and encouragement. Virtual support groups can be accessed at www.postpartum.net. Designated Mental Health Agencies In each Vermont county have clinicians trained to provide perinatal mental health support to parents, children, and families. Many agencies have support groups for coping with pregnancy or adjusting to life with a new baby. Maternal Mental Health Hotline 24/7, Free, Confidential Hotline for Pregnant and New Moms in English and Spanish New Mom Health: A Village for Mothers Information to help with the transition of bringing baby home, including tips on connecting with other moms and online social groups. Postpartum Depression Information Answers to frequently asked questions about postpartum depression Additional Resources for Providers Maternal mental health during and after pregnancy (MCPAP) HRSA brochure for Moms Awareness materials Perinatal mental health discussion tool Postpartum promise Northern New England perinatal quality improvement networ NEW PMADS Partner Brochure Support Delivered Materials Patient Brochure Support Delivered Poster Help Me Grow card Psychiatric Consultation Service Provider Sell Sheet PMADs Partner Brochure Translated Information Translated PMADs Information Sheet in: لعربي العربیة) Arabic (Burmese 中文 (Chinese دری (Dari) (French) Kirundi नेपाली (Nepali) ښتو) Pashto Soomaali (Somali Español (Spanish Kiswahili (Swahili) Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese Maay Maay Video Translated Help Me Grow Card in: ال عربي العربیة) Arabic) Burmese 中文 (Chinese) دری (Dari) Français (French) Kirundi नेपाली (Nepali) ښتو) Pashto) Soomaali (Somali) Español (Spanish) Kiswahili (Swahili) Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese) This program is supported by the Vermont Department of Health with a 4-year, 4-month cooperative agreement with funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Maternal Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders Program. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. Topics: Mental Health Prenatal Care February 10, 2025