Parent Support & Coping Skills (English)
Key points for all caregivers—Parent Support & Coping Skills
Common when caring for a newborn: The “Baby Blues”
• Mood swings and crying
• Doubts about yourself as a parent
• Upsetting thoughts
• First 2-3 weeks after birth
• Can affect mothers, fathers, partners
Perinatal mood or anxiety disorders:
• Symptoms persisting past 2-3 weeks, making it hard to cope
• Affects 1 in 7 mothers
• Can affect mothers, fathers, partners
• Talk to your doctor
Coping with Perinatal Depression and Anxiety:
1. Grow your village
• Find people to listen
• Make a support plan
• Join support groups
2. Find ways to bond
• Cuddle, hold, or massage your baby
• Talk or sing while making eye contact
3. Take care of yourself
• Proper rest
• Good nutrition
• Exercise
• Time to relax
• Time with your partner
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Resources
· Video Summary Document: https://mededucation.stanford.edu/wp-...
· PSI Helpline 1-(800)-944-4773: #1 En Espanol, #2 English https://www.postpartum.net/
· PSI Online Support Groups: https://www.postpartum.net/get-help/p...
· Supporting Mamas (Northern California support): https://supportingmamas.org/get-help-...