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Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder (PMAD) Initiative

• Perinatal mood & anxiety disorders (PMADs) are the most common complication of pregnancy. One in 5 pregnant and birthing people may experience a PMAD, including postpartum depression or anxiety.

Many new parents develop a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder which are common and treatable. If you think you have a PMAD, seek help.

What you need to know

About Perinatal Mood & Anxiety Disorders (PMADs)  For mothers, partners, & pregnant and birthing families  For healthcare providers  Screening tools, trainings, & continuing education  Annual summaries on PPD screening activities  Postpartum depression screening regulations and resources 

Contact Information

Support for families

Need help now? Contact Massachusetts Postpartum Support International

A toll-free and confidential warm line that provides support, listings of local counselors, support groups, and information in Massachusetts. Leave a message and a trained volunteer or staff person will return your call within 24 hours. Available in Spanish.

Phone number: (866) 472-1897
Email: psiofmass@gmail.com

Support for health care providers

MCPAP for Moms
Health care providers serving pregnant and postpartum people can contact MCPAP for Moms for free consultation and referral resources. Available Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm.

Department of Public Health contact

The Bureau of Family Health & Nutrition’s Division of Pregnancy, Infancy, & Early Childhood oversees perinatal mental health initiatives and activities across the Commonwealth.

Beth Buxton, LCSW, beth.buxton@mass.gov

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