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 Below is a list of links to websites that may contain useful information and resources. Click here to go directly to each section: Postpartum Mood Disorders Pregnancy/Neonatal Loss Breastfeeding Support Additional Resources Postpartum Mood Disorders Baby Blues Connection www.babybluesconnection.org Site providing resources and support to women and families experience perinatal and postpartum mood symptoms in Best Start: Life with a New Baby www.lifewithnewbaby.ca The Birth Trauma Association www.birthtraumaassociation.org.uk An organization based in the United Kingdom with the mission to raise awareness of birth trauma work to prevent it and support families in need. Kristin Brooks Hope Center www.hopeline.com Since the suicide of his wife in 1998, founder Reese Butler's mission is to offer hope and option to live to those in the deepest emotional pain.Primary program is the National Hopeline Network, 1-800-SUICIDE, a national crisis hotline. MedEd www.mededppd.org Excellent site developed with the support of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) to provide education about Postpartum Depression. The Online PPD Support Group www.ppdsupportpage.com Information, support and assistance to those dealing with postpartum mood disorders, their families, friends, physicians, and counselors. Pacific Post Partum Support Society www.postpartum.org Non-profit society which provides support to women and families experiencing depression or anxiety related to the birth or adoption of a baby. The Perinatal Project www.perinatalproject.com Mental health advocacy for mothers. Postpartum Dads Website Website intended to help dads and families by providing firsthand information and guidance through the experience of Postpartum Depression. Postpartum Progress www.postpartumprogress.typepad.com Promoting progress in treatment and comfort among those with Postpartum Mood Disorders, including Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Postpartum Psychosis. The Postpartum Stress Center www.postpartumstress.com Serving the needs of pregnant women and their families who experience difficulties related to pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and the postpartum period. Postpartum Support International www.postpartum.net Offering support, information, and education in Postpartum Mood Disorders. Pregnancy and Depression www.pregnancyanddepression.com Links to numerous academic articles on perinatal mood disorders and related issues. Radiant Mother www.radiantmother.com Information for women adjusting to pregnancy, birth, and the new role of being a mother to any child. Speak Up When You're Down www.wcpcan.wa.gov/ppd/aboutus_campaign.htm Website for the Washington State Postpartum Depression (PPD) Awareness Campaign, committed to addressing PPD in ways that will inform, inspire, and impact the future health of women, children and their families in Trauma and Birth Stress www.tabs.org.nz Post Traumatic Stress Disorder suffered as a result of a traumatic birth experience has only recently been recognized. This website offers comprehensive information and education on birth stress and trauma. Well Mother.com www.wellmother.com Site for women and their families designed to offer support and resources on a number of issues related to the emotional challenges specifically related to their reproductive cycle, including pregnancy, postpartum, pregnancy loss, PMS, and menopause. Pregnancy/Neonatal Loss Babyloss www.babyloss.com Providing information and support for anyone affected by the death of a baby during pregnancy, at birth, or shortly afterwards. Born Angels www.bornangels.com A special place to spend some time for grieving parents who have lost a baby at any stage of pregnancy, including ectopic pregnancy, miscarriage, stillbirth, and neonatal loss. Center for Loss in Multiple Birth www.climb-support.org Site providing parent-to-parent support for those who have experienced the death of one or more twins or multiple-birth children at any time from conception through birth, infancy, and early childhood. First Candle/SIDS Alliance www.firstcandle.org A national nonprofit health organization with the goals of advancing infant health and survival, and increasing public participation and support in the fight against infant mortality. Healing Hearts Baby Loss Comfort www.babylosscomfort.com Healing Hearts offers resource and memorial pages, and comfort support products for grieving families and friends. The M.I.S.S. Foundation www.missfoundation.org Support and information for families who have experienced the loss of a baby or child. P.S. of Puget Sound www.psofpugetsound.org Parent support for miscarriage, stillbirth, and newborn death. SHARE Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support www.nationalshareoffice.com Providing support to those whose lives are touched by the tragic death of a baby through early pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or newborn death. All information packets, correspondence, and support are free of charge for bereaved parents. Silent Grief www.silentgrief.com Support for all who have suffered miscarriage and later child loss. The Tears Foundation www.thetearsfoundation.org A local non-profit organization that seeks to compassionately assist bereaved parents with the financial expenses they face in making final arrangements for their beloved child following a neonatal loss. Breastfeeding Support The Breastfeeding Cafe www.breastfeedingcafe.com Site devoted to breastfeeding and many of the issues surrounding it. Breastfeeding.com www.breastfeeding.com Site featuring breastfeeding support and information. Breast Friends www.breast-friends.org Breastfeeding support, education, and information. La Leche League International www.lalecheleague.org Support, information, and education for breastfeeding mothers. ProMoM, Inc. www.promom.org Non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the awareness and acceptance of breastfeeding. Additional Resources Bringing Baby Home www.bbhonline.org The Bringing Baby Home project combines scientific research and service product delivery in order to improve the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening their families. The aim is to promote social change by making the BBH workshop available as part of the standard birth preparation program offered to expectant couples in hospitals throughout the nation. Community Resources Online www2.ci.seattle.wa.us/crisisclinic Connecting individuals with up-to-date details on thousands of community and social services in Doulas of North America www.dona.org An international association of doulas who are trained to provide the highest quality emotional, physical, and educational support to women and their families during childbirth and postpartum. International Cesarean Awareness Network www.ican-online.org Improving maternal-child health by preventing unnecessary cesareans through education, providing support for cesarean recovery, and promoting Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC). Provides links to regional chapters for additional resources and support. The National Center for Fathering www.fathers.com Improving the well-being of children by inspiring and equipping men to be more effectively involved in the lives of children. Northwest Association for Postpartum Support www.naps-doulas.org Postpartum doula information and referral site. Nurture Mom www.nurturemom.com Information that helps a mother take care of herself while she takes care of her family. Open Arms Perinatal Services www.openarmsps.org Providing services that support, educate, respect, and empower women in need and their families throughout the childbearing year. Parent Map www.parentmap.com Monthly news magazine and searchable Family Directory of local resources for parents in the Parent Trust www.parenttrust.org Educational and support services for families in Washington state. The Parenting Calendar (Puget Sound Adlerian Society) www.psasadler.org A listing of numerous parent education opportunities in the central Program for Early Parent Support www.pepsgroup.org PEPS' mission is to provide community-based programs that enable parents of infants and young children to meet the challenges of parenting through mutual support and shared information. A Safe Passage www.asafepassage.info Supporting women survivors of abuse in the childbearing years. Sidelines www.sidelines.org Non-profit organization providing international support for women and their families experiencing complicated pregnancies and premature births. Within Reach (Formerly Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies) www.hmhbwa.org Website providing information on essential resources for family health. Zero to Three www.zerotothree.org Supporting the healthy development and well-being of infants, toddlers, and their families by informing, educating, and supporting adults who influence the lives of young children. Please note: Postpartum Support International of Washington is not responsible for the contents of any of the websites listed above, and inclusion in this list does not indicate that PSI of WA is endorsing the policies, procedures, or views contained therein. 
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