Being a parent is a really hard job and major life event!
If you need immediate help and are not feeling yourself or are scared call:

National Parent Helpline | 1.855.4A.PARENT (1-855-427-2736)

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish.

Chat Official Website 

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Women & Infants Hospital Center for Women’s Behavioral Health

Women & Infants Hospital Center for Women’s Behavioral Health

Women & Infants Day Hospital/Outpatient Clinic

2 Dudley Street, 1st Floor, Providence, RI 02905
Phone: (401) 453-7955

“Your emotional health is just as important as your physical health. As the number one medical complication of pregnancy and childbirth, one in five women suffers from a mood disorder during their pregnancy and the postpartum period. Know that you are not alone. Seeking help is the best thing you can do for yourself and your family.”

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Postpartum is a TEAM sport and Jacquie loves supporting a new birth parent with a team!                       

Part of her job as your Postpartum Doula and Certified Lactation Counselor is to help you to create your team of resources and people.

There are some chest feeding situations that Jacquie will suggest bringing in a clinical consult. She often teams up with~

Alison Miranda, IBCLC!

You can read more about Alison Miranda Lactation Support here…. amlactationsupport.com

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This is a great site for birth and postpartum doula information including an informational video. A directory of members and “Meet the Doula Night” event dates are also listed.

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Doulas of North America (DONA)

Life with a new baby or babies doesn’t have to be overwhelming. DONA International’s postpartum doulas help families nestle in and find their groove.

Studies show that this kind of support can help in the following ways:

• help reduce postpartum mood disorders
• improve breastfeeding success

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