Good moms have bad days. Good moms have bad weeks. And yes, good moms even have scary thoughts. In fact, research shows, 91% of new moms experience some sort of intrusive or scary thoughts about themselves or their baby in the first year.
As moms, we know how fortunate we are, what a beautiful journey motherhood can be and we're reminded regularly. However, motherhood is HARD. Parenting is HARD. Hormones and crying babies and societal pressure to just "be happy" are HARD and unfair and quite frankly, dangerous. Because yes, we are fortunate, yes motherhood is a beautiful journey, but not every moment; especially during the postpartum stage (0-12 months after birth). When moms feel ashamed of their feelings, guilty or scared to share them aloud- whether that be with a partner, friend, or therapist- it can have serious consequences. So please, be kind to one another. And if you are struggling, know this- you are not alone. You are not bad. There are people ready to listen and ready to help.
Via Einstein. Located in Plymouth Meeting 484-362-6133
King of Prussia and Newtown Square locations. 1.888.CARE.898 (227.3898)
Private Counseling services. Bryn Mawr 610-525-7527
Home visiting program to help families adjust to new babies. provide services and connect to additional resources.
Monthly meetings at Phoenixville Hospital
215-247-2114
Wednesdays at 10 AM 1200 W Tabor Road
Einstein Behavioral Health Office
Questions? call Jill Van Horn at 215-456-9431
Drop ins welcome!
- Tower Health- Women's Center
- Montgomery County Office of Mental Health
Access to a variety of county resources. 610-278-5666 - Everlasting Wellness Counseling
Counseling for mothers, families, etc. Royersford and Sinking Spring locations. (484) 706-9465
- Erin Saddic MS PMH-C LPC Reproductive and Postpartum Emotional Wellness
Individual, virtual, or group counseling options
Additional Resources:
PSI Hotline: 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) - this serves as the bridge between those in need of services and resources.
Toll Free Hotline 1-800-944-4773
