Perinatal Mental Health Resources
Welcome to the new parent resource guide. The following information is designed to help navigate pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood. There are a variety of resources from support groups, doula information, books, websites, and community activities. All in-person resources are local to Rhode Island.
The vision of this guide is to forever be growing as new resources are discovered.
Need help immediately? Call or text the PSI HelpLine
Call 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
#1 En Español or #2 English
Text in English: 800-944-4773
Text en Español: 971-203-7773
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Websites
Tools to manage mom rage, overstimulation, workshops/courses run by therapists, therapy services, and learning center.
Birth & Postpartum Doulas, Lactation, Childbirth Education. Live classes, free birth resources, postpartum, lactation, and childbirth education.
Evidence based information and advice on breastfeeding and parenting
Alliance For Innovation On Maternal Health
Postpartum Support International - PSI
All things Postpartum, directory of Perinatal Mental Health-Certified therapists
Lactation, sleep, and nutrition counseling for new moms and babies
Free family visitor and virtual programs for Rhode Islanders.
Pregnancy support group in Rhode Island.
Birth and postpartum doulas serving Rhode Island.
Additional resources for Rhode Islanders.
Books
“Oh Sis, You’re Pregnant!: The Ultimate Guide to Black Pregnancy and Motherhood” by Shanicia Boswell
“Birth Without Fear” by January Hershe
“Nurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and Early Motherhood - And Trusting Yourself and Your Body” by Erika Chidi
Groups
Free Lactation Consultation Group
Contact: info@rinewmoms.com, (401) 787-0420
Additional resources for Rhode Islanders. Contact: info@opencircleRI.com (401) 338-5466
Contact: 401) 276-7800 (May be on pause due to COVID)
Postpartum Support International - PSI
Over 40 different online support meetings.
Hotlines / Emergency
Call. Text. Chat.
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Hotline from the Health Resources & Services Administration
Doulas
Doula and breastfeeding support in South County
Contact: Elana Ferrera – email: elana@pbandi.co
Spanish and multi-racial doulas: Doulas Conectadas
Contact: email doulasconectadas@gmail.com
Multi-lingual, multi-cultural support and community milk bank
Childbirth education & doula support
Rhode Island Doula Referral Hotline
Contact: 1-833-RI-DOULA (1-833-743-6852)
Insurance-Specific Information
Blue Cross Blue Shield of RI Pregnancy Support
Doula Information by Insurance Type
Activities for Children Near or in Rhode Island
2023 Best Places to take children in/near Rhode Island
Many local libraries offer programs and events for children. Some libraries also offer a large variety of day passes to nearby museums and aquariums for a discounted rate.