831 Breastfeeds logo

Search
  • Contact Us
  • WIC Can Help

Depression and Breastfeeding

Two pairs of hands, clasped

Depression and anxiety are the most common complications in pregnancy and postpartum.

If you are pregnant or just had your baby, it is normal to feel overwhelmed, sad, anxious or nervous, angry or just not like yourself. These feeling are a very common response to the changes that come with the pregnancy and a new baby.

YOU ARE NOT ALONE...there is help available.

WARMLINES / HOTLINES

For non-urgent issues, leave a message and you will be called back in 24 hours.

Call or text the Maternal Mental Health Warmline:
(831) 783-5933

Postpartum Support International Helpline:
Text or call in English and Spanish:
1-800-944-4773 or text 503-894-9453, www.postpartum.net

Contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
1-877-663-5433

Resources for Counseling

Monterey County Behavioral Health:
1-888-258-6029

Beacon Health Options (for Medi-Cal Beneficiaries):
1-855-765-9700

Find a Therapist (accepting private and/or public insurance)

Online Support Groups and Classes

The Parenting Connection of Monterey County

Postpartum Support International (PSI)

Shades of Blue Support Groups

Mamas and Babies Online Course

Information on Maternal Mental Health

Postpartum Support International

Mom's Mental Health Matters

Depression During and After Pregnancy

2020 Mom

Maternal Mental Health Fact Sheet

For more information on maternal mental health and other resources, visit the Monterey County Behavioral Health website.

  • Parents
  • Breastfeeding Basics
  • Breastfeeding Support
    • Breastfeeding Specialists
    • Depression and Breastfeeding
    • Hospital Support
  • Nutrition During Lactation
  • Infant Feeding
  • Engaging Men and Dads
  • Pump / Store Breast Milk
    • Breast Pumps and Insurance
    • Milk Donation and Sharing
  • WIC Can Help

Copyright © 2026 · 831 Breastfeeds, Based on Studiopress Enterprise Pro on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in