One in seven women suffers from Postpartum Depression after giving birth, but it’s rarely discussed, even in the doctor’s office. Not only does it impact new moms: babies also struggle developmentally and cognitively when postpartum depression goes untreated. On The Point, we discuss efforts to identify women at risk and get them access to treatment and supports.
Guests on the program are: Mary Wilson, coordinator of the Cape and Islands Maternal Depression Task Force
Erin Soderstrom, survivor of PPD and facilitator of a support group for other women with PPD. Erin is also available for Mom to Mom contact- 508-317-0467
Jessie Colbert from the Massachusetts Post Partum Fund
Jennifer Berrick, MD from Bass River Pediatrics
24/7 Stress Line: Parents Helping Parents 1-800-632-8188
Postpartum Support International Helpline: 1-800-944-4PPD
Massachusetts Child Psychiatry Access Program For Moms 855-666-6272
The Cape & Islands Maternal Depression Task Force Coordinator: Mary Wilson 508-314-4776 marywilsonearlyedconsult@yahoo.com
List of resources including couseling, therapists, and support groups
