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Maternal Mental Health Resources
Postpartum Support International
The ultimate resource for those suffering from a maternal mental health disorder. The PSI offers a toll free warmline that you can call (or TEXT!) if you need someone to talk to. They can also help you find local support groups, and offer resources for fathers as well. It should be the first place to turn if you, or someone you love, is suffering from a maternal mental health disorder.
2020Mom
Here you can find information on how to get involved in raising awareness for maternal mental health in your own community. They are responsible for fundraising, conferences and community initiatives to help aid mothers suffering from mental health disorders.
World Maternal Mental Health Day
The official date for this year’s World Maternal Mental Health Day is May 6 2020.
While it’s a topic that should be discussed all the time, WMMH day offers an opportunity for organizations around the world to stand united in their fight against the stigma of maternal mental health. Help spread awareness about maternal mental health by using the hashtag #MaternalMHMatters. Click here for more information and to find out how you can get involved.
Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba and Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba
As a Manitoba-based blogger, it’s important for me to share local resources and support groups. For any mothers living in Winnipeg or rural Manitoba, here you can find the local crisis phone numbers, emails and information about local initiatives and support groups.
Manitoba Postpartum Warmline (Call or Text): 204-391-5983 (9 am – 9 pm, 7 Days/Week)
Postpartum Perspectives Podcast
This podcast by fellow PPD mom and advocate, Laura Bauder, was just launched in early 2020. It features interviews and stories from real moms and mental health advocates about their postpartum journey (including Running in Triangles’ own Vanessa Rapisarda).
You can listen to the podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Stitcher or Buzzsprout.
Beyond Depression: Anxiety, Psychosis and other Mental Disorders of Pregnancy and Postpartum
Here is a comprehensive guide to maternal mental health disorders from Parenting Pod, written by Dr Carla Brock MD FRCPI PhD.
Addiction/Substance Abuse Resources
Addiction Resources for Parents
Addiction is impacting people at staggering rates. BlueCrest is passionate about our dual diagnosis treatment center that combines personalized concepts with new advances in biotechnology.
Opioid Addiction
Overuse of opioids (for pain management, anxiety, etc.) is common among those battling a mental or chronic illness. Find out more about opioid addiction from RehabSpot.com.
Dual Diagnosis (Addiction + Mental Health Disorder)
Many sufferers of mental illness turn to alcohol or drugs for relief and find themselves suffering in a different way. Here is some additional information about substance abuse while battling a mental illness from AddictionCenter.com.
Addiction During Pregnancy
For information about the dangers of substance abuse during pregnancy, check out this guide from DrugRehab.com.
Addiction Resources (New Jersey)
North Jersey Recovery Center offers a wide array of services for mothers suffering from addiction due to mental health disorders in the New Jersey area.
Addiction Resources (South Florida)
Intrepid Detox in South Florida is the place to go for addiction treatment and detox. Plus, they offer teletherapy which can be extremely beneficial for busy moms.
Drug Rehab
Addiction Guide is the only addiction and mental health website founded by a board-certified addiction specialist, a long-recovered addict, and spouses of addicts. We’re here to provide reliable information about addiction and recovery to guide addicts and their loved ones to a happier, healthier life. Check out our different drug rehab options and we will help you select a rehabilitation program that will be best for your individual needs.
Sleep Training Resources
The Baby Sleep Site
Here you can find a huge variety of different sleep consultation plans, depending on how much help you’re looking for. If you’re not sure exactly what kind of help you need, then I recommend signing up to be a member. In the members area, you can access all of The Baby Sleep Site’s e-books and other exclusive resources, plus you get a 20% discount towards any sleep consultation package.
For more information and pricing on The Baby Sleep Site’s Members Area, visit: www.runningintriangles.com/BabySleepSite
The Sleep Sense Program
Dana Obleman is a professional sleep training consultant who has helped many families establish good sleep habits in kids of all ages. The program offers a wide variety of personalized help, including videos, workbooks and e-mail support.
For a FREE customized sleep plan, visit: www.runningintriangles.com/sleepsense
Breastfeeding Resources
Milkology
Stacey Stewart is a lactation consultant and mother of three (including twins!). She runs this awesome ONLINE breastfeeding course that you can enroll in for less than $20. The course will take approx. 90 minutes so it’s not a huge commitment for a busy new mother, but also comes with a money back guarantee if it doesn’t help you find breastfeeding success!
For more information and to enroll in Milkology visit: www.runningintriangles.com/Milkology
Free Baby Stuff
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