UPDATED FOR THE WEEK OF MARCH 20th – Here's list of support groups to join now and support for you.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE.  YOU MATTER.

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 some resources that are available with someone to talk to and for help all of the time.

– National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 24/7 Call or text 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-HELP4MOMS)

– 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 Resources https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/bootstrap/crisis.html

Welcome to the Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program.  You are not alone!

You are invited to join us and meet with our Team with many different groups available to help you get to the help and support you are looking for.

Meet with Margareth Adams, Bilingual Resource Coordinator, Wendy Isnardi, Resource Coordinator and our Peer Coaches Bridget Croteau, Khadijah Hines, Danielle Miller, Suzanne Nelson and Nicole Taglienti  who look forward to meeting with you and will also share why they care and personal stories of hope and healing.

Have you not yet attended a support group and/or are you still looking for help?  Ask about our Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting to meet with our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program Team.  You are not alone - We are here to listen and help you find the help you need. Learn about mental health and parenthood. What are perinatal mood and anxiety disorders? Who is at risk? What are local resources to help? Learn about the Take Care of You Action Plan.

Any questions ask your Resource Coordinator, call 1-855-631-0001 or email us at www.postpartumny.org/email to let us know you would like to join or register now.

Register for the Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting on Wednesday or Friday at 10am.

Wednesday 10AM

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlcOqppzsjH9J_x-qRMXeMg-QXgk5LtgK4

Friday 10AM

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpcOCuqT0sE9aeRlVkDcF3p_FmuGj8gWUU

MONDAY - March 20th at 12pm - Register now for Mindful Breastfeeding and Your Mental Wellness at 12pm

Meet with Wendy Isnardi, Resource Coordinator and Danielle Miller, Peer Coach who look forward to meeting with you for sharing of support for your mental wellness while breastfeeding/chestfeeding and for additional local resources for support.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkce6qrjsrE9e1wl5LcQbyTA6J8Dj1QTjF

MARCH 21st at 2pm - 3pm Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Step Up To Change Advocacy Group –

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?

Join PRCNY Interns Kyrstyn and Marc.

All are welcome to join in to make a positive difference. Get involved in PRCNY's Step Up To Change Advocacy Group.

If you are interested in getting involved in learning how to become an advocate and a volunteer of the Postpartum Resource Center of New York register for the group.

REGISTER FOR STEP UP TO CHANGE ADVOCACY GROUP HERE:

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud-moqDojHtAy9mbnwLeaD7q9tOeDbhzw

If you are not able to attend but would like to get involved let us know and we will invite you to the next group series.  Contact us at www.postpartumny.org/email or call toll free (855) 631-0001.  All are welcome!

TUESDAY – March 21st at 3:30pm – Register now to join us for FREE Take Care of You Book Club Meet-up at 3:30pm

Register now to join us for FREE Take Care of You Book Club Meet-up as we learn from this week's book I am Not Superwoman: Essays on Happier Living by Michele Woodward. Meet with Intern Carolyn, Support Group leader and our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Team. All are welcome to join us. You don't need the book or to have read it to attend this meet-up.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpcOyhrTksGNQw12Iv1UHAGOU3XzL30QNv

TUESDAY - March 21st at 5PM --  FREE Virtual Pregnancy Support Group at 5pm

Are you pregnant and feel anxiety/sad/fear/worry/alone? You are not alone - We are here to listen and help you. Welcome to the Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program. At the Pregnancy Support Meet-Up --Learn about the support available from the Postpartum Resource Center of New York to help you find and get to the help you are looking for. Learn about mental health and parenthood. What are perinatal mood and anxiety disorders? What are local resources to help during and after your pregnancy? Learn about the Take Care of You Action Plan for planning now and postpartum planning.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvc-mrrjkuH9XCw4l4ltnQ_M75CxVbc3LO

WEDNESDAY - March 22nd at 10AM -- Have you not yet attended a support group and/or are you still looking for help?  Ask about our Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting to meet with our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program Team.  You are not alone - We are here to listen and help you find the help you need. Learn about mental health and parenthood. What are perinatal mood and anxiety disorders? Who is at risk? What are local resources to help? Learn about the Take Care of You Action Plan.

Any questions ask your Resource Coordinator, call 1-855-631-0001 or email us at www.postpartumny.org/email to let us know you would like to join or register now.

Register for the Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting on this Wednesday at 10am.

Wednesday 10AM

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlcOqppzsjH9J_x-qRMXeMg-QXgk5LtgK4

WEDNESDAY - March 22nd at 7pm --  FREE Finding the Balance You Need Meet-up at 7pm

Is your maternity leave ending soon? Gone back to work or looking to re-enter the workforce? Join us to talk about work-life parenting issues. You are not alone. Meet with our Team who look forward to meeting with you for support.

Registration Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIkcu6opj0jHtTkxIytNOBPJ28oMzn_Dz6e

THURSDAY - March 23rd at 10am - PRCNY's FREE CIRCLE OF CARING SUPPORT GROUP -- THURSDAY'S IN MARCH at 10AM

Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Circle of Caring Support Group.  Peer support, information and resources. Build coping skills for empowerment. A safe space for New York birthing persons and moms. Hosted by the Postpartum Resource Center of New York Peer Support Program with co-leader Intern Colleen

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcsd-2urzgvGdw0k4m4ydwYDPvQ0rLebBDc

THURSDAY - March 23rd at 6pm- - Register now to join us for today's FREE Take Care of You Book Club Meet-up

Register now to join us for FREE Take Care of You Book Club Meet-up as we learn from this week's book I am Not Superwoman: Essays on Happier Living by Michele Woodward. Meet with Intern Carolyn, Support Group leader and our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Team. All are welcome to join us. You don't need the book or to have read it to attend this meet-up.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYuce6urz0pGNJRGlYzPG-XgiWA_DQdpFf8

FRIDAY - March 24th at 10AM --  Have you not yet attended a support group and/or are you still looking for help?  Ask about our Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting to meet with our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Program Team.  You are not alone - We are here to listen and help you find the help you need. Learn about mental health and parenthood. What are perinatal mood and anxiety disorders? Who is at risk? What are local resources to help? Learn about the Take Care of You Action Plan.

Any questions ask your Resource Coordinator, call 1-855-631-0001 or email us at www.postpartumny.org/email to let us know you would like to join or register now.

Register for the Finding the Help You Need Support Meeting on this Friday at 10am.

Friday 10AM

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpcOCuqT0sE9aeRlVkDcF3p_FmuGj8gWUU

FRIDAY - March 24th at 12pm - Register now to join us for PRCNY's Fourth Trimester Virtual Support Meet-up at noon/12pm

Are you in the Fourth Trimester with recently having a baby or within around 12 weeks postpartum?  Join us for non-judgemental, safe zone support from our Parental Mental Health Peer Support Team to talk about your journey to parenthood, adjusting to life with a newborn and local resources available.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYtceurqD8pEtWRRCxVI1BbwqlgVmIVJTbX

MONDAY- March 27th at 12:00 -- PRCNY's Mindful Breastfeeding and Your Mental Wellness at noon 12pm

Meet with Wendy Isnardi, Resource Coordinator and Danielle Miller, Peer Coach who look forward to meeting with you for sharing of support for your mental wellness while breastfeeding/chestfeeding and for additional local resources for support.

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvd-6upzosHdD9pX7IaiYjhrVF-tlscx7_

More New York Support Groups that you may want to join –

NEW -  Queer 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

Virtual meets Sunday's 11am $50 per group and in-network with Cigna and Aetna.

For more information:  Call/text 929/200-3049 or email Admin@resilient-mind.com

1)  Meeting in Person - Circle of Caring Support Group now being 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.

2) 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

3) Support groups hosted by the Nesting Place including Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders Support Group – Register and check upcoming dates 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 groups for parents throughout New York State and in-person groups too in Farmingdale, Merrick and Yaphank.

4)  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

Low cost short-term therapy options also available now.

Groups:

Tuesday's at 11am free virtual support group Parenting through Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders sign up at https://forms.gle/whqTd1YH5okkgrwc6

– Going back to work/work-life balance

– Pregnant to postpartum support group

– Working moms

– Early postpartum

– Postpartum support group

– Moms group

– DBT Skills group

– Infertility group - IVF and more support group now forming

– Early pregnancy (<20 weeks)

5) Every Tuesdays and Thursdays 3pm - 4:15pm $25 per group  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: https://bookwhen.com/themotherhoodcenter#focus=ev-sefk-20220104151500

6) FORMING NOW OCD Virtual Support Group  - Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders OCD Support Group by Balance Mental Health Counseling. For more information and cost contact:  631-572-8912

7)  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/

8)  Usually on SUNDAY'S - 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

9)  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/

10)  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.

11)  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.

MARCH 21st at 2pm - 3pm Postpartum Resource Center of New York's Step Up To Change Advocacy Group –

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?

Join PRCNY Interns Kyrstyn and Marc.

All are welcome to join in to make a positive difference. Get involved in PRCNY's Step Up To Change Advocacy Group.

If you are interested in getting involved in learning how to become an advocate and a volunteer of the Postpartum Resource Center of New York register for the group.

REGISTER FOR STEP UP TO CHANGE ADVOCACY GROUP HERE:

Registration Link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcud-moqDojHtAy9mbnwLeaD7q9tOeDbhzw

If you are not able to attend but would like to get involved let us know and we will invite you to the next group series.  Contact us at www.postpartumny.org/email or call toll free (855) 631-0001.  All are welcome!

In New York You are not alone and with help you will feel better. 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.

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 some resources that are available with someone to talk to and for help all of the time.

– National Maternal Mental Health Hotline 24/7 Call or text 1-833-943-5746 (1-833-HELP4MOMS)

– 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 Resources https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/bootstrap/crisis.html