- This page, Postpartum Depression, is offered by
- Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition
- Department of Public Health
Postpartum Depression
1 in 7 pregnant and new mothers may experience depression or anxiety. 1 in 10 new fathers may experience depression or anxiety.
What you need to know
About Postpartum Depression (PPD)
For mothers
For fathers, friends, & family
For healthcare providers
Screening tools, trainings, & continuing education
Annual summaries on PPD screening activities
More information and resources
Find support
Learn what Massachusetts is doing to help moms with Postpartum Depression
Postpartum Depression articles & literature
Postpartum Depression Special Legislative Commission
Contact Information
Phone
Need help now? Contact your healthcare provider or the number below:
Call Postpartum Depression Resources, Need help now? Contact your healthcare provider or the number below: at (866) 472-1897
Massachusetts PSI Warm Line
Experiencing a crisis, yourself or a family member?
Call Postpartum Depression Resources, Experiencing a crisis, yourself or a family member? at (877) 382-1609
Emergency Services Program/Mobile Crisis Intervention
Servicios de Emergencia Programa/Móvil de Intervención de Crisis - Emergency Services is available in 105 languages
Online
Beth Buxton, LCSW, Program Director, Maternal Health Initiatives
Email Maternal Health Initiatives at Beth.Buxton@MassMail.State.MA.US
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