Perintatal Depression
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PDF format Signs & Symptoms: Information on the signs and symptoms of the "baby blues," postpartum depression, postpartum obsessive/compulsive disorder, postpartum onset panic disorder and postpartum psychosis

PDF format Resources for Families: Helpful websites, support group information and information on obtaining mental health treatment for people with private insurance and for people with low incomes

PDF format Depression and New Moms Brochure: Information on signs, symptoms and treatment of perinatal depression


Female volunteers needed for National Institute of Mental Health study on postpartum depression. Click here to learn more.


Need somebody to talk to?  Call the Postpartum Depression Helpline,

available 24/7, 1-800-PPD-MOMS (1-800-773-6667).


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Myth:
Age, education, culture and socioeconomic status determine a woman’s chances of perinatal depression.

Fact:
Perinatal depression and anxiety can occur during pregnancy and up to the first year after the birth or adoption of a baby.

It can happen to ANY WOMAN!

Learn More
     Mental Health Association of Maryland
     National Institute of Mental Health
    SaferMaternity.org
     Postpartum Support International
     Department of Health & Mental Hygiene,
     Maternal & Child Health Bureau
About the campaign:  Healthy New Moms: Maryland's Campaign to End Depression During and After Pregnancy is a public information and provider education campaign to promote mental and physical wellness in new mothers and their families.

Healthy New Moms: Maryland's Campaign to End Depression During & After Pregnancy is an outreach campaign funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services,
Health Resources and Services Administration, Maternal and Child Health Bureau, and with the support of the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.