One in 7 pregnant and birthing people may experience depression or anxiety. One in 10 new partners including fathers may also experience depression or anxiety.
- This page, Postpartum Depression, is offered by
- Bureau of Family Health and Nutrition
- Department of Public Health
Postpartum Depression
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
Postpartum Depression Regulations & Billing Resources
Postpartum Depression articles & literature
Special Commission on Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression
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@mass.gov
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