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The Perinatal Resource Library

A curated collection of guides, organizations, hotlines, and research for mothers and the providers who care for them. Updated regularly.

PEA Guides

Evidence-informed guides (free and paid) covering the topics most often missed in prenatal appointments and postpartum discharge conversations. Looking for professional patient education materials? Explore our healthcare resources for hospitals and healthcare organizations.

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The Complete Postpartum Guide

Physical recovery, mental health, warning signs, and support planning in one comprehensive guide.

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PPD & PPA Guide

Warning signs, treatment options, and how to talk to your provider about postpartum mental health.

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Nervous System Reset

Understand how prolonged stress affects the postpartum nervous system and learn tools for regulation.

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Years Later Workbook

A guided reflection and advocacy workbook for women still affected by a difficult or traumatic birth.

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Coming Soon: Postpartum Prep Course

A guided course covering hospital advocacy, postpartum mental health, physical recovery, and support planning for mothers who want a structured path through preparation, not just a guide to read on their own

Organizations & Hotlines

Vetted organizations providing clinical support, crisis resources, and community for mothers navigating postpartum. If you are in crisis right now, contact Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 or visit postpartum.net

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Maternal Wellness Center
Perinatal healthcare and maternal wellness support for mothers across the perinatal period

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Traumatic Birth Recovery
Trauma-informed treatment specifically for mothers who experienced a traumatic birth. Therapeutic support and
recovery resources

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Postpartum Support International
For mental health crisis support in the United States, call or text 988. For non-emergency perinatal mental health information, support, and provider referrals, contact Postpartum Support International at 1-800-944-4773 or visit postpartum.net

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Birth Trauma Association
UK-based advocacy and community for mothers
affected by birth trauma. Resources, peer support,
and policy advocacy

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Postpartum Depression Org
Education, support, and resources for mothers and
families navigating postpartum depression

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Birth Trauma Resolution
Therapeutic tools and professional training focused
on resolving birth trauma through evidence-based approaches

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Postpartum Stress Center
Pennsylvania-based center specializing in prenatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Clinical treatment
and support

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Dancy Perinatal Counseling
Perinatal counseling services for mothers and families
across the pregnancy and postpartum period

Research, Guidelines & Data

CDC Maternal Mortality

National data on pregnancy-related deaths, timing, causes, and preventability. The source behind the statistics referenced throughout this site.

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ACOG Postpartum Guidelines

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists' clinical guidance on postpartum care standards and what providers are recommended to do and why the gaps exist.

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Postpartum Data Project

More than 100 responses from mothers and healthcare workers documenting real experiences within the postpartum care system. Created and led by Casey Keen, with a full analysis forthcoming.

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Need more than a resource list?

Resources are a great starting point. Understanding how they apply to your pregnancy, birth, or postpartum experience, and knowing how to advocate for yourself, is where personalized education can help..

See prep session packages →

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