Postpartum Support International

Postpartum Support International PSI provides a worldwide network of peer support, reliable information, professional trainings, and coordinators in all US states and 35 other countries.

Postpartum Support International (PSI) is the world's leading volunteer organization dedicated to educating professionals and supporting pregnant, postpartum, and post-loss families. PSI was founded in 1987 to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional difficulties that women can experience during and after pregnancy. The organization offers peer support, reli

able information, best practice training, and volunteer coordinators in all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and Mexico, and more than 35 other countries. Working together with its volunteers, caring professionals, researchers, legislators and others, PSI is committed to raising awareness, eliminating stigma, and ensuring that compassionate and quality care is available to all families. To learn more, call PSI at 800-944-4PPD or visit www.postpartum.net. Send us a message if you need help or you'd like to help! We need volunteer support coordinators, outreach advocates, fundraisers, and professionals to help us fulfill our mission of support and community connection. We will train you and help you connect with other advocates. Send us a message on FB, call us 503-894-9453 or 800=944-4773 or write [email protected].

πŸ’™ Pregnancy Impacts Dads, Too πŸ’™Mental health challenges during pregnancy are not limited to mothers. Fathers and partner...
06/20/2026

πŸ’™ Pregnancy Impacts Dads, Too πŸ’™

Mental health challenges during pregnancy are not limited to mothers. Fathers and partners can experience stress, anxiety, depression, and overwhelm as they prepare for parenthood too.

Supporting both parents helps support the entire family.

This International Fathers' Mental Health Day, we're raising awareness that dads deserve to be seen, heard, and supported from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond.

Join Postpartum Support International, The Gidget Foundation, and advocates worldwide for International Fathers' Mental Health Day (IFMHD) on June 22 to reduce stigma and remind fathers that help is available.

πŸ“ž PSI HelpLine: Call or Text 800-944-4773
πŸ†˜ Crisis Support: Call or Text 988
πŸ”— Dad & Partner Resources: postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-dads/
🌎 Learn More: ifmhd.org

Source: (Dixson et al., 2023)

When a baby dies, the grief of fathers, and especially Black fathers, is too often invisible. The world doesn't always k...
06/20/2026

When a baby dies, the grief of fathers, and especially Black fathers, is too often invisible. The world doesn't always know how to hold it. And without community, that grief can become very heavy to carry alone.

This coming Monday on the PSI Blog, Kelly Jean-Philippe, MDiv, Dad Coach shares what led him to work specifically with Black dads navigating loss, and what it means to finally have a space that sees you.

πŸ”— Published on International Father's Mental Health Day, you'll want to read this one. Visit https://loom.ly/ssQ-_bM to subscribe to the PSI Blog so you'll be the first to know when it goes live.

πŸ‘€ PSICON2026 is almost here!Have you started building your conference schedule yet?We're curious...🎀 What is the ONE ses...
06/20/2026

πŸ‘€ PSICON2026 is almost here!
Have you started building your conference schedule yet?

We're curious...
🎀 What is the ONE session you absolutely don't want to miss?

Drop the session title (or topic) in the commentsπŸ‘‡

πŸ’‘ Bonus: Tell us why it made your must-attend list.

Your answer might help another attendee discover a session they hadn't considered, and you may even find others who share your interests before the conference begins!

Let's compare schedules and get excited together. ⬇️

πŸ“† View full schedule: https://loom.ly/218Svq8
πŸ”— Register now: https://loom.ly/-f1T41U

πŸ’™ Fathers Matter And So Does Their Mental Health πŸ’™Fathers play a powerful role in shaping family well-being across gener...
06/19/2026

πŸ’™ Fathers Matter And So Does Their Mental Health πŸ’™

Fathers play a powerful role in shaping family well-being across generations. Research shows that positive, emotionally supportive father-child relationships can benefit not only children, but also maternal mental health and overall family relationships.

When we support fathers, we strengthen families.

This International Fathers' Mental Health Day, let's recognize the vital role dads play and ensure they are included in research, prevention efforts, and family support services.

Join Postpartum Support International, The Gidget Foundation, and advocates worldwide for International Fathers' Mental Health Day (IFMHD) on June 22 to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind fathers that support is available.

πŸ“ž PSI HelpLine: Call or Text 800-944-4773
πŸ†˜ Crisis Support: Call or Text 988
πŸ”— Dad & Partner Resources: postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-dads/
🌎 Learn More: ifmhd.org

Research Citation: (Huffhines et al., 2024)

The PSICON 2026 app is officially live! πŸ“² Search "PSI 2026" in the App Store or Google Play to access the full conferenc...
06/19/2026

The PSICON 2026 app is officially live! πŸ“² Search "PSI 2026" in the App Store or Google Play to access the full conference schedule, session locations, and more, all updated in real time.

Los Angeles, here we come! 😎🌴

πŸ‘‰ Plan your PSICON experience: psi.societyconference.com/v2/

"The gaps are so significant and yet subtle." Ebony Williams, LMFT knows this firsthand, as a therapist, a CSA survivor,...
06/19/2026

"The gaps are so significant and yet subtle."

Ebony Williams, LMFT knows this firsthand, as a therapist, a CSA survivor, and a mother who couldn't find the support she needed in the perinatal period. So she built it herself.

Read our conversation with Ebony about her organization Cactus In Bloom, the often-overlooked intersection of childhood trauma and the perinatal experience, and what it looks like to truly center survivors in care.

πŸ”— Now on the PSI Blog: https://loom.ly/GwixOCE

PSI is proud to support ALL families and offer resources and support for LGBTQIA+ parents and families. You are welcome ...
06/18/2026

PSI is proud to support ALL families and offer resources and support for LGBTQIA+ parents and families. You are welcome and belong at PSI β€οΈπŸ§‘πŸ’›πŸ’šπŸ’™πŸ’œ

🌈 Join PSI's Q***r & Trans Parents Support Group: https://loom.ly/RK2bbOc
πŸ”— View all of PSI's Resources for Q***r & Trans Parents: https://loom.ly/cLIfHls
πŸ“ž Call or text the PSI HelpLine: 800-944-4773

Supporting dads IS supporting the whole family πŸ’™Research shows that when one parent struggles in the postpartum period, ...
06/18/2026

Supporting dads IS supporting the whole family πŸ’™

Research shows that when one parent struggles in the postpartum period, it can affect their partner's well-being too, making family-centered care critical for everyone. (Xu et al., 2025)

This , PSI is standing with fathers and families everywhere. You are not alone. Help is available.

Join Postpartum Support International, The Gidget Foundation, and advocates worldwide for International Fathers' Mental Health Day (IFMHD) on June 22 to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind dads they don't have to do this alone.

πŸ“ž PSI HelpLine: Call or Text 800-944-4773
πŸ†˜ Crisis Support: Call or Text 988
πŸ”— Dad & Partner Resources: postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-dads/

πŸ—³οΈ PSICON2026 Poll Time!As we count down to PSICON 2026, we want to know:What are you MOST excited to experience?πŸ”΅ Netwo...
06/18/2026

πŸ—³οΈ PSICON2026 Poll Time!

As we count down to PSICON 2026, we want to know:

What are you MOST excited to experience?
πŸ”΅ Networking with colleagues
πŸ”΅ Learning from experts
πŸ”΅ Discovering new resources
πŸ”΅ Being inspired by the community

VOTE in our poll and tell us why in the comments.

We can't wait to see what matters most to our PSICON community!

πŸ“† View full schedule: https://loom.ly/218Svq8
πŸ”— Register now: https://loom.ly/-f1T41U

πŸ’™ The Numbers Have Changed...And So Must the Conversation πŸ’™For years, paternal postpartum depression was often described...
06/17/2026

πŸ’™ The Numbers Have Changed...And So Must the Conversation πŸ’™

For years, paternal postpartum depression was often described as affecting 1 in 10 fathers. Today, research suggests the reality may be much higher.

Studies indicate that approximately 1 in 5 fathers experience symptoms of depression and anxiety during the first year postpartum.

That's millions of dads navigating emotional challenges during one of life's biggest transitionsβ€”often without recognition, screening, or support.

This International Fathers' Mental Health Day, let's challenge outdated assumptions and acknowledge that fathers' mental health matters.

Join Postpartum Support International, The Gidget Foundation, and advocates worldwide for International Fathers' Mental Health Day (IFMHD) on June 22 to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect dads with support.

πŸ“ž PSI HelpLine: Call or Text 800-944-4773
πŸ†˜ Crisis Support: Call or Text 988
πŸ”— Dad & Partner Resources: Postpartum.net/get-help/help-for-dads/

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