Pregnancy & Postpartum Resources
Perinatal resources help improve health and well-being before, during, and after pregnancy. This is done by encouraging healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant, giving people information and resources to stay healthy during pregnancy, and making sure people have access to support after pregnancy.
General Resources
ACHHH Maternal Child Health Services
American Academy of Pediatrics: Parenting – Perinatal to Young Adult
The Blooming Circle: Peer Support
Empty Arms Vermont Infant Loss Support
Help Me Grow Vermont Referrals to Services
Porter Medical Birthing Center
Strong Families Vermont Home Visiting
Vermont Department of Health: During Pregnancy
Vermont Department of Health: Safe Sleep
Vermont Department of Health: Substance Use in Pregnancy
Mental Health Resources
Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs) are a group of symptoms that can occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period, causing emotional and physical concerns that make it hard to enjoy life and function well. There are many resources available for support. If additional resources are needed, please reach out to your health care provider.
Counseling Service of Addison County
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
Postpartum Support International
Vermont Department of Health: Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Info & Resources
Breastfeeding Resources
Breastfeeding or chestfeeding is natural, but it is not always easy. Learning to feed your baby can take time, patience, and practice, and every baby can have a different experience. Learn what to expect with breastfeeding, chestfeeding, or exclusive pumping, build your confidence, and know where to find support.
UVM Health Breastfeeding Support
Vermont Department of Health: Breastfeeding
Vermont Department of Health Feeding Plan Checklist
Community Spaces & Classes
GROW
Dad Guild
Porter Medical Center Childbirth Education Classes
Nest and Gather
The Addison County Lactation Collective contributed to this list of regional and national resources supporting individuals and families in the perinatal (prenatal and postpartum) period. Do you have additional resources that could be added to the list? Contact us at [email protected].