Postpartum Support International

Studies show that 1 in 3 latina women may experience perinatal depression or anxiety. These individuals may also experience other Perinatal Mental Health Disorders like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar, and Postpartum Psychosis. Perinatal Mental Health Conditions are the highest complication of childbearing – and often the most overlooked and stigmatized complication. This giving season, PSI is asking for your financial support. Your support ensures that we can continue to provide FREE support and resources to parents in crisis - especially when they need it the most. Whether $1 or $10,000, every donation contributes to helping us reach, support, and save the lives of parents affected by perinatal mental health disorders. Support #ParentsinCrisis . For the last 36 years, PSI has been the global champion for perinatal mental health, connecting individuals and families to the resources and support needed to give them the strongest and healthiest start possible. Help us help pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss individuals in need of support by making a donation that will fund PSI resources at https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4. Make an Impact. Get Involved. ?????? ? DONATE TODAY ?? https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4 ? DOWNLOAD MEDIA KIT ENGLISH / SPANISH ?? Link in our Instagram bio or visit https://lnkd.in/e2s3nWHt ? SHARE YOUR STORY ?? Link in our bio or download the media kit. ? SHOP MERCH ?? https://lnkd.in/dMxMPcqr

Todas las mujeres y personas gestantes merecen un #partorespetado y libre de malos tratos. ??? Este nuevo grupo de apoyo es un espacio seguro para resignificar experiencias difíciles en el parto, sanar heridas, y avanzar hacia la recuperación. Transformaremos el miedo en amor y el silencio en empoderamiento. ?? 6 de diciembre - 8:00 PM ET. ?? Registro gratuito: https://loom.ly/iBuR7yI ???????? All women and expectant individuals deserve #respectfulcare , free from mistreatment. ??? This new Spanish support group is a safe space to reframe difficult experiences during birth, heal wounds, and move toward recovery. Together, we will transform fear into love and silence into empowerment. ?? 6 de diciembre - 8:00 PM ET. ?? Register for free: https://loom.ly/iBuR7yI

?? What is the relationship between intrusive thoughts and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? Intrusive thoughts are a common experience in the perinatal period and may be related to OCD. However, it is crucial to understand that not all intrusive thoughts indicate a diagnosis of OCD. It is critical to know how to differentiate between these experiences in order to offer appropriate support and treatment to mothers. During our Spanish webinar on December 4, we will learn how to identify intrusive thoughts and their relationship to OCD, and how to address them clinically. This knowledge is vital for healthcare professionals working with mothers in the perinatal period. ?? Sign up and join Dr. Gracia Lasheras Pérez in this important journey towards better care! ?? https://loom.ly/qgUH4yU #PerinatalMentalHealth #IntrusiveThoughts #OCD ???????? ?? ?Qué relación hay entre los pensamientos intrusivos y el Trastorno Obsesivo-Compulsivo (TOC)? Los pensamientos intrusivos son una experiencia común en el periodo perinatal y pueden estar relacionados con el TOC. Sin embargo, es crucial entender que no todos los pensamientos intrusivos indican un diagnóstico de TOC. Es fundamental saber diferenciar entre estas experiencias para ofrecer el apoyo y tratamiento adecuado a las madres. Durante nuestro webinar el 4 de diciembre, aprenderemos a identificar los pensamientos intrusivos y su relación con el TOC, y cómo abordarlos clínicamente. Este conocimiento es vital para los profesionales de la salud que trabajan con madres en el periodo perinatal. ?? ?Regístrate y únete a la Dra. Gracia Lasheras Pérez en este importante recorrido hacia una mejor atención! ?? https://loom.ly/qgUH4yU #SaludMentalPerinatal #PensamientosIntrusivos #TOC

We officially welcomed the inaugural cohort of the #AllianceFellowship during their October orientation. During this time our Professional Development Manager, Chemyeeka Tumblin facilitated an inviting space for learning and connection. Aside from learning about the fellowship program our fellows learned more about Postpartum Support International from President & CEO Wendy Davis, Alliance for POC from PSI Deputy CEO & Alliance Director Andrea Clark, reviewed perinatal mental health with Alliance Communications Manager Patience Riley, LPC, PMH-C, and met our dynamic Alliance staff. The Fellowship program started out as one of our Director’s dreams. The fellowship is a major milestone in our fellows careers, and they shared their dreams for the fellowship with us: ??Creating evidence-based interventions that are tailored, cultural and trauma-informed, and inclusive, helping neurodivergent parents feel more understood, empowered, and supported during these critical stages. ??Find ways to better support our father figures ??Inclusivity and growth in research ??Provide further insight into barriers and ultimately aid in creating bridges ??Contribute to the #perinatalmentalhealth field in a way that makes sure NO ONE gets left behind What is your dream for perinatal mental health and #BIPOC communities? Let us know in the comments. ??

PSI has ONE goal every year: to help more parents than the year before. We strive to do this by growing our resources, training providers, and increasing access to support. This goal can’t be met as a nonprofit organization without donors like you. Whether $1 or $10,000, every donation contributes to helping us reach, support, and save the lives of parents affected by perinatal mental health disorders. Support #ParentsinCrisis Perinatal Mental Health Conditions are the highest complication of childbearing – and often the most overlooked and stigmatized complication. Studies show that 1 in 5 perinatal individuals may experience perinatal depression or anxiety. These individuals may also experience other Perinatal Mental Health Disorders like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar, and Postpartum Psychosis. This giving season, PSI is asking for your financial support. Your support ensures that we can continue to provide FREE support and resources to parents in crisis - especially when they need it the most. For the last 36 years, PSI has been the global champion for perinatal mental health, connecting individuals and families to the resources and support needed to give them the strongest and healthiest start possible. Help us help pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss individuals in need of support by making a donation that will fund PSI resources at https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4. Make an Impact. Get Involved. ?????? ? DONATE TODAY ?? https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4 ? DOWNLOAD MEDIA KIT ?? Link in our Instagram bio or visit https://lnkd.in/e2s3nWHt ? SHARE YOUR STORY ?? Link in our bio or download the media kit. ? SHOP MERCH ?? https://lnkd.in/e2s3nWHt

Todas las mujeres y personas gestantes merecen un #partorespetado y libre de malos tratos. ??? Este nuevo grupo de apoyo es un espacio seguro para resignificar experiencias difíciles en el parto, sanar heridas, y avanzar hacia la recuperación. Transformaremos el miedo en amor y el silencio en empoderamiento. ?? 6 de diciembre - 8:00 PM ET. ?? Registro gratuito: https://loom.ly/iBuR7yI ???????? All women and expectant individuals deserve #respectfulcare , free from mistreatment. ??? This new Spanish support group is a safe space to reframe difficult experiences during birth, heal wounds, and move toward recovery. Together, we will transform fear into love and silence into empowerment. ?? 6 de diciembre - 8:00 PM ET. ?? Register for free: https://loom.ly/iBuR7yI

“Adopting a child can bring on so many of these emotions, but some parents also feel sad, disappointed, isolated, and underprepared.” — Megan Montgomery, LCSW “Adoptive and biological parents alike experience increased stress and life changes that may put them at risk for developing depression and anxiety.” Tips for the Pre-Adoptive Parent ?????? ?? Connect with other adoptive parents ?? Start a relationship with an adoption-informed therapist ?? Strengthen your connection with your partner ?? Take care of yourself: eat, sleep, hydrate, get outside, be social, and connect with your hobbies and interests ?? Get comfortable with the fact that you will have some hard days; that doesn’t mean they will last forever ?? Get familiar with the symptoms of anxiety and depression Read full blog: https://lnkd.in/e8DJRxPC

Caitlin Rogers: Share why you are participating in this campaign by providing your experience with PSI’s Resources, Perinatal Mental Health or Facts/Stats from our Website to encourage others to join the campaign and/or donate. Support #ParentsinCrisis ?? Studies show that 1 in 5 perinatal individuals may experience perinatal depression or anxiety. These individuals may also experience other Perinatal Mental Health conditions like Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar, and Postpartum Psychosis. Sharing your story as a survivor of a Perinatal Mental Health Disorder, helps those currently experiencing symptoms feel seen, understood and less alone. By donating $15, you can help us help pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss individuals in need of support by making a donation at https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4. ????? Make an Impact. Get Involved. ?????? ? DONATE TODAY ?? https://lnkd.in/eHs8byQ4 ? DOWNLOAD MEDIA KIT ?? Link in our Instagram bio or visit https://lnkd.in/e2s3nWHt ? SHARE YOUR STORY ?? Link in our bio or download the media kit. ? SHOP MERCH ?? https://lnkd.in/e2s3nWHt

NEW App Available by Postpartum Support International - Connect by PSI (@postpartumsupportinternational) Postpartum Support International (PSI) has expanded its commitment to give all families the best start possible by creating a new app for families and caregivers - Connect by PSI.? Technology has impacted how everyone consumes information and resources - allowing us to have a limitless amount of information at our fingertips, but not all of it is helpful. At PSI, we now offer a trustworthy space for parents and providers to access Perinatal Mental Health information and resources from their phone or tablet. Connect by PSI gives you access to ALL of our essential help-seeker resources in an easy-to-navigate manner. After downloading the app, you will have access to: ?????? ?? PSI Helpline, Hotline, and Crisis numbers ready to dial in one click ?? PSI resources and support services ?? Over 50+ Online Support Groups ?? Easy to share information about Perinatal Mental Health ?? Ways to get involved PSI will continue to develop new features with every update. Please head to the App Store or Google Play Store and download Connect by PSI today, and share with someone you know who may need additional information or support. Download for Apple ?? https://lnkd.in/eaFGgJgE Download for Google ?? https://lnkd.in/eqHpriBK

You are invited to submit a proposal for the 38th Annual Postpartum Support International Conference in New Orleans, LA from July 7-11, 2025. DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: Wednesday, January 8, 2025 2025 PSI Call for Annual Meeting Submissions: https://loom.ly/hzeLSdk PSI Submitters Guide: https://loom.ly/zJOKjFo Due to the professional diversity of PSI membership and conference attendees, we welcome presentations with scientific data as well as those addressing clinical expertise or community projects. Both didactic and experiential proposals for breakouts will be accepted, in addition to the poster submissions. The annual PSI conference provides an opportunity to meet, learn together, and share ideas with others involved in the field of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs). PSI will hold 2-Day Pre-Conference Certificate Courses on July 7 & 8, 2025 and the main PSI Annual Conference will be July 9 - 11, 2025. The Program Committee is especially interested in proposals on the topics of: ? Families & Parenting Partners ? Perinatal Psychiatry ? Peer Support & Advocacy ? Integrated Care and Systems ? Psychotherapy