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THE POSTPARTUM RESOURCE CENTER OF NEW YORK PROVIDES SUPPORT AND RESOURCES.  WE DO NOT PROVIDE CRISIS COUNSELING.

The Postpartum Resource Center of New York is here to help you get to the help and resources you need – 7 days a week, 9am – 5pm. 

We are not a 24 hour/7 day a week hotline but here are resources that are available with someone to talk to and for help all of the time. 

To talk with someone now or at anytime.  Call or Text Now.

– National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 24/7 Call or text 1-833-852-6262 (1-833-TLC-MAMA).

– Crisis Lifeline 24/7 Help is available to talk with someone today at Crisis Lifeline. Call/Text 988.

Need Help Now? Dial 988 or text Got5 to 741741

Zucker Hillside Hospital Perinatal Center – Northwell Health

Perinatal Psychiatry Outpatient Program: 

To schedule an assessment complete this form https://redcap.northwell.edu/surveys/?s=KM9PLD4MA4

Inpatient Unit Perinatal Program in Glen Oaks, New York.

zucker.northwell.edu/womens-behavioral-health

Call for more general information: 718-470-4MOM (4666) or 516-470-4MOM (4666)

The Motherhood Center of New York (Available New York state-wide).  1-212-335-0034 You may ask to speak to Leah.  https://themotherhoodcenter.com/
Including Virtual and In-Person Day Treatment Program and Support Groups (May be eligible to stay at Ronald McDonald House in New York City).

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More Resources at the https://postpartumny.org/resourcedirectory/

The Postpartum Resource Center of New York is here to help you get to the help and resources you need – 7 days a week, 9am – 5pm.

Toll free Statewide Helpline 1-855-631-0001 or email www.postpartumny.org/email

We hope you will check out our supportive and safe space community with Free Virtual Classes and also further below more Support Groups from our Community Partners to join now to meet new moms in your community and virtually.

YOU MATTER EVERYDAY.  YOU ARE NOT ALONE. HELP AND HOPE ARE HERE.

FREE VIRTUAL CLASSES open to anyone interested to learn more and for support.  We hope you will join us!

QUESTIONS?  If you can not attend then let us know when you can join the class also if you would like to send in your question(s) ahead of time, email here: www.postpartumny.org/email

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MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND:

PRCNY's What I Need To Know Free Virtual Class

What to Know About Maternal and Parental Mental Health including postpartum depression

Meet/listen/ask questions to learn about What are PMADs (Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders) and resources for help.

This class is open to anyone (moms to be, moms, dads, family members, friends, support persons) who wants to learn more about Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders – PMADs.

QUESTIONS?  Do you have any questions that you would like answered during the class?  Email here: www.postpartumny.org/email

Class offered: Let us know if you are interested in attending this class and what day and time works for you. Email here: www.postpartumny.org/email

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Community Partner Groups

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FREE Virtual Amazing Grace Support Circle - Peer support for moms and families suffering through perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, in pregnancy & postpartum, including perinatal loss.

Groups include:  Moms with OCD & Let's Talk About PMAD's

For more info Facebook page:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584854731689

Link to sign up for group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1A94FzXiYx/

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***IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL GROUPS – BAY SHORE, New York***

Circle of Caring Support Groups for those going through perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Free group for support.

Hosted by South Shore University Hospital. For learn more and to register: Call Marie at 631-894-5282

Grupos de apoyo del Círculo de Cuidado para quienes atraviesan trastornos del estado de ánimo y ansiedad perinatal. Grupo de apoyo gratuito. Organizado por el Hospital Universitario South Shore. Para obtener más información e inscribirse: llame a Marie al 631-894-5282

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***IN PERSON GROUP – BUFFALO, New York***

Circle of Caring Support Groups for those going through perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Free group for support.

Hosted by Erie County Medical Center Perinatal Services Program. For learn more and to register: Call 716-961-7724

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME A PRCNY AMBASSADOR AND VOLUNTEER
OF THE POSTPARTUM RESOURCE CENTER OF NEW YORK?

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
Here's a chance to get involved in your community!

2)  IN-PERSON GROUP – SAYVILLE, New York

Embrace & Empower Group for Postpartum Moms hosted by Suffolk Counseling Services. Babies in arms welcome.

Insurance accepted.

To register or learn more: Call 631-629-2250

3)  Meeting in Person in Babylon, New York – Mother's Circle of Hope hosted by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in Babylon, New York.

To learn more about his FREE weekly perinatal mood and anxiety disorders in-person support group

call:631-376-HOPE or circleofhope@chsli.org

4) Brooklyn Parents Mood Support: Pregnancy and After

A free drop in, online group hosted by Brooklyn Parent Support.

For link and information: 929-367-7419 or info@brooklynparentsupport.com

List of all groups offered by Brooklyn Parent Support https://brooklynparentsupport.com/groups

5) Brooklyn Parent Support – Virtual and In-person Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Groups with Rebecca. Open to all in New York State and hosted by Brooklyn Parent Support. To join now and for more information: info@brooklynparentsupport.com or call 929-367-7419

6) Postpartum Support Group 

From: Sowania Germain, MA, LMHC

Topics Include: Highs and Lows of Motherhood, Postpartum Moods/Wellness, Self Care, Identity and Values of Parenting

Providing clinical strategies, local resources and tools to feel more confident in adjusting to the new role of motherhood.

Contact for details at (631) 743-6558

7) Meeting in Person – Circle of Caring Support Group hosted by Peconic Bay Medical Center  – Northwell Health in Riverhead, New York.

Are you experiencing depression or anxiety during your pregnancy or after the birth of your baby? Free 8 week emotional and informational in-person support group open to the community.

Please call or email Katherine Karan, MS, RN at 631-548-6302 or kkaran@northwell.edu to register or for more information.

8) Queer Specific Resources including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorder & Adjustment Group – A space for LGBTQIA2S+ Pregnant and Postpartum Individuals in New York State to find Support and Care. Hosted by Laura V. LMSW she/her.

For more information:  hello@heldheart.com

9) Support groups hosted by the Nesting Place including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group and Fourth Trimester Support Groups. Register now at thenestingplaceli.com/schedule. Sign up now for Virtual Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group Scholarships Available. The Nesting Place also offers a variety of virtual  for parents throughout New York State and in-person groups too in Farmingdale, Merrick and Yaphank. PLEASE ASK for a scholarship to cover cost, if needed. 

10) Helping Hands Psychotherapy currently has the following virtual groups (or groups forming) for birthing persons and moms. Some insurances may cover the cost. Ask if possible for scholarship discounted rates since learning about from Postpartum Resource Center of New York. Sliding Scale and Low Cost Fee counseling is also offered at Helping Hands Psychotherapy. For more information:  Call 516-442-1116 or www.hhptherapy.com with online contact form.

Free and low cost short-term therapy options also available now.

At Helping Hands Psychotherapy specialized, trauma-informed groups that meet clients where they are, emotionally, relationally, and culturally. Groups are clinically designed to reduce isolation, build skills, and foster meaningful healing in a supportive environment.

Reproductive & Parenting Groups
• Postpartum Support 2024 & 2025 Babies
• Pregnancy and Infant Loss
• Working Moms
• First-Time Moms
• Father’s Group
• Infertility and Traumatic Stress

Identity & Process Groups
• LGBTQIA+ Support
• DBT Skills Group

All groups are facilitated by licensed clinicians
Learn more: hhptherapy.com/group-therapy

11) Free Support Groups hosted by The Motherhood Center of New York. Transitioning to parenthood is difficult for every new mother, but for some it can bring along feelings of depression and/or anxiety. At least 20% of all new mothers suffer from postpartum depression and/or anxiety, and sometimes the best medicine for feeling better is being around other moms that are struggling just like you.

For Registration information for this group and others:  https://themotherhoodcenter.com/support-groups/

12) Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Groups by Balance Mental Health Counseling. For more information and cost contact: 631-572-8912

13) Parenting Village Rochester – FREE Prenatal to Postpartum Support Circle. Free Virtual Support Groups. Also available FREE Nurture Peer Support. For more information about these programs: (585) 270-1832  http://www.parentingvillage.org/

14) Brooklyn PPD Support – Wednesday Wellness

This group is for pregnant and postpartum moms seeking group support. Come and share your story, your feelings, your journey into motherhood.

melissapyoga@gmail.com

Suggested Fee: $40

Pay what you can

http://www.brooklynppdsupport.org/

15) Syracuse, NY – Crouse Hospital's Perinatal Family Support Group. This free group is open to any parent with a new baby, whether it's your first, second or last. Moms, significant others and babies are welcome, regardless of where your baby was delivered. For virtual group information or if first time attending to complete registration go to:

https://www.crouse.org/services/maternity/familysupport/

If you have any questions, please call 315-470-7940.

16) Buffalo, NY – Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital's postpartum depression support group. If you're a new mother, regardless of where you delivered your child, who feels depressed or anxious and would like emotional support, education, reassurance and professional referral listings, please join us! There is no cost. For more information, please call Nancy Owen at 716-568-3628.

17) For PSI Peer Mentor Program and a listing of support groups offered by Postpartum Support International

In additional to collaborating with many Community Partners, the Postpartum Resource Center of New York volunteers as the New York State Lead Coordinator for the worldwide organization Postpartum Support International (PSI). For PSI, the Postpartum Resource Center of New York volunteers in providing support and information related to mental health during pregnancy and postpartum to people who call or email PSI from New York State.

To find out more about PSI Peer Mentor Program and support groups offered by Postpartum Support International (PSI).

https://pps.neonccm.com/index.php?section=approvepeerapplication&action=new_app

https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/psi-online-support-meetings/

18) VIRTUAL DBT Skills Group for Pregnant and Postpartum Parents 

Join Helping Hands Psychotherapy for a  group therapy series where you will mindfully learn: Improve your ability to communicate with others, Control difficult emotions before they control you, Tolerate distress effectively, Cope well with life stressors and Walk the middle path. Some insurances accepted and sliding scale also available.  For more information and to register: Contact at 516-442-1116

19) In person group offered for Town of Babylon Residents only – Free Group Becoming Mom. For moms of newborns to one year's old. For more information and to join: 631-422-7620

20)  Zucker Hillside Hospital Perinatal Center– Northwell Health

Perinatal Psychiatry Outpatient Program including Support Groups:  To schedule an assessment complete this form https://redcap.northwell.edu/surveys/?s=KM9PLD4MA4

Inpatient Unit Perinatal Program in Glen Oaks, New York.

zucker.northwell.edu/womens-behavioral-health

Call for more general information: 718-470-4MOM (4666) or 516-470-4MOM (4666)

21)  The Motherhood Center of New York (Available New York state-wide).  1-212-335-0034 You may ask to speak to Leah. themotherhoodcenter.com
Including Virtual and In-Person Day Treatment Program and Support Groups (May be eligible to stay at Ronald McDonald House in New York City).

22) Passages Wellness & Counseling for Women

Many support group options in person in Sayville, New York and virtual.  For more information https://www.passageswomen.com/support-groups

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WOULD YOU LIKE TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER OF THE POSTPARTUM RESOURCE CENTER OF NEW YORK?

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!
Here's a chance to get involved in your community!

Do you want to share your story and help birthing persons and new parents, moms, dads and families in New York State?

Have you experienced a perinatal mood and anxiety disorder such as pregnancy/postpartum depression/anxiety or postpartum psychosis?

If you are interested in getting involved in learning how to become an advocate and a volunteer and part of the Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Voices Group. We invite you to join us! Let your Resource Coordinator know or contact us at www.postpartumny.org/emailor call toll free (855) 631-0001. All are welcome!

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IN NEW YORK YOU ARE NOT ALONE
AND WITH HELP YOU WILL FEEL BETTER
****YOU MATTER****

To contact the Postpartum Resource Center of New York by email: www.postpartumny.org/email or our Statewide Toll Free Helpline 9am – 5pm 1-855-631-0001. If you would like to arrange for a Family Support Virtual Meeting or an individual Virtual Support Meeting with a PRCNY Peer Coach and Resource Coordinator from our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program, please let us know.

If you would like to attend our FINDING THE HELP YOU NEED SUPPORT MEETING and are unable to attend on a Wednesday at 10am, let us know and we will arrange a date and time to meet with you.

To contact the Postpartum Resource Center of New York by email: www.postpartumny.org/email or our Statewide Toll Free Helpline 9am – 5pm 1-855-631-0001.

The Postpartum Resource Center of New York is here to help you get to the help and resources you need. We are not a 24 hour/7 day a week hotline but here are resources that are available with someone to talk to who understands and for help all of the time. Call or Text Now.

– National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 24/7 Call or text 1-833-852-6262 (1-833-TLC-MAMA)

– 24/7 Help is available to talk with someone today at Crisis Lifeline. Call/text 988.

– Need Help Now? Dial 988 or text Got5 to 741741

– New York State Office of Mental Health Crisis Prevention Resourceshttps://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/bootstrap/crisis.html

New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence | There Are A Number Of Ways To Find Help:

You can call a confidential domestic violence hotline for crisis help, safety planning, emotional support, and help finding resources in your area including safe shelter, advocacy, counseling, and legal assistance. The New York State Domestic Violence Hotline has access to advocates in 170 languages through interpreter services.

The State and National Domestic Violence Hotline Numbers Are:

New York State Domestic Violence 24 Hour Hotline (English & español/Multi-language accessibility):
1-800-942-6906 or 711 for Deaf or Hard of Hearing

New York State Chat/Text hotline: Text at 844.997.2121 / Chat:https://opdv.ny.gov/chat.html

NEW YORK STATE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAMS BY COUNTY: Residential services include domestic violence shelter, safe homes and safe dwellings. Non-residential services include telephone hotline assistance, information, referral, counseling, advocacy, community education and outreach services.

nyscadv.org/find-help/program-directory.html

LI Against Domestic Violence 24 Hour Hotline | 1-631-666-8833 | www.liadv.org
Not safe at home? Is your partner abusing or threatening you? Don't wait! Safety and support are just a call away!

National Domestic Violence 24 Hour Hotline | 1-800-799-7233 or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY)

National Deaf Hotline Videophone: 9am-5pm M-F | 1-855-812-1001 or deafhelp@thehotline.org

New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports | Pregnant and Parenting Persons Treatment and Support
https://oasas.ny.gov/treatment/pregnant-and-parenting-persons

NYS OASAS Substance Treatment Availability Dashboard | https://findaddictiontreatment.ny.gov/

HEAR HER ™ Campaign – Urgent Maternal Warning Signs | https://www.cdc.gov/hearher/index.html
Seek medical care immediately if you experience any signs or symptoms that are listed.

Zucker Hillside Hospital Perinatal Center– Northwell Health

Perinatal Psychiatry Outpatient Program:  To schedule an assessment complete this form https://redcap.northwell.edu/surveys/?s=KM9PLD4MA4

Inpatient Unit Perinatal Program in Glen Oaks, New York.

zucker.northwell.edu/womens-behavioral-health

Call for more general information: 718-470-4MOM (4666) or 516-470-4MOM (4666)

The Motherhood Center of New York (Available New York state-wide).  1-212-335-0034 You may ask to speak to Leah.themotherhoodcenter.com
Including Virtual and In-Person Day Treatment Program and Support Groups (May be eligible to stay at Ronald McDonald House in New York City).

If you would not like to get this email anymore, please let us know.  www.postpartumny.org/email

This updated support group list can be found each week at www.postpartumny.org/groups