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Arkansas

Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Arkansas, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

Mental Health & Wellness

Pregnant women and mothers in Arkansas have access to a variety of mental health and wellness resources aimed at supporting emotional well-being during pregnancy and the postpartum period. These services address challenges such as postpartum depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health concerns while fostering a healthy transition to parenthood.

Crisis Support

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

A 24/7 free and confidential support line for pregnant and postpartum women experiencing mental health challenges.
Call/Text: 1-833-943-5746.

Crisis Hotline - Arkansas

Provides support for emotional distress and mental health emergencies.
Call/Text:1-888-274-7472.

Postpartum Support and Counseling

Postpartum Support International (PSI) - Arkansas

Offers resources and support for mothers dealing with postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood disorders. PSI connects individuals to local support groups and trained professionals.
Visit: PSI Arkansas or call the helpline at 1-800-944-4773.

Arkansas Behavioral Health Services

Provides comprehensive mental health services, including therapy for pregnant and postpartum women.
Visit Arkansas Behavioral Health.

Therapy and Counseling Services
Some hospitals and medical centers in Arkansas offer mental health counseling for mothers experiencing perinatal mood disorders. Many licensed therapists in the state specialize in perinatal mental health. Search directories like Psychology Today for local providers. Visit Psychology Today Therapist Finder.

Public Health and Community Support Programs
Healthy Start Arkansas: Offers support for women during pregnancy, as well as parenting and mental health resources for new mothers.

Nurse-Family Partnership - Arkansas

A free program that pairs first-time mothers with registered nurses to guide them on maternal health, parenting, and emotional wellness.
Visit Nurse-Family Partnership Arkansas

Support Groups and Peer Support
La Leche League of Arkansas: Provides emotional support for breastfeeding mothers and assists in addressing mental health challenges through community connections.
Visit La Leche League Arkansas.

Mother-to-Mother Support Groups: Local community groups provide a safe space for mothers to discuss pregnancy and postpartum challenges while connecting with others. Contact your local health center or WIC office for more information. Find local support: Arkansas WIC.

Arkansas 2-1-1

Connects individuals to mental health and wellness resources tailored to their needs.
Call: 2-1-1/Tel: 211 or visit Arkansas 2-1-1.

These resources are designed to support the mental health and emotional well-being of pregnant women and mothers in Arkansas, helping them navigate the challenges of parenthood and thrive in a healthy, supportive environment.
Pregnant women and mothers in Arkansas have access to a variety of mental health and wellness resources aimed at supporting emotional well-being during pregnancy and the postpartum period. These services address challenges such as postpartum depression, anxiety, stress, and other mental health concerns while fostering a healthy transition to parenthood.

Crisis Support

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

A 24/7 free and confidential support line for pregnant and postpartum women experiencing mental health challenges.
Call/Text: 1-833-943-5746.

Crisis Hotline - Arkansas

Provides support for emotional distress and mental health emergencies.
Call/Text:1-888-274-7472.

Postpartum Support and Counseling

Postpartum Support International (PSI) - Arkansas

Offers resources and support for mothers dealing with postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood disorders. PSI connects individuals to local support groups and trained professionals.
Visit: PSI Arkansas or call the helpline at 1-800-944-4773.

Arkansas Behavioral Health Services

Provides comprehensive mental health services, including therapy for pregnant and postpartum women.
Visit Arkansas Behavioral Health.

Therapy and Counseling Services
Some hospitals and medical centers in Arkansas offer mental health counseling for mothers experiencing perinatal mood disorders. Many licensed therapists in the state specialize in perinatal mental health. Search directories like Psychology Today for local providers. Visit Psychology Today Therapist Finder.

Public Health and Community Support Programs
Healthy Start Arkansas: Offers support for women during pregnancy, as well as parenting and mental health resources for new mothers.
Visit Healthy Start Arkansas for more information

Nurse-Family Partnership - Arkansas

A free program that pairs first-time mothers with registered nurses to guide them on maternal health, parenting, and emotional wellness.
Visit Nurse-Family Partnership Arkansas

Support Groups and Peer Support
La Leche League of Arkansas: Provides emotional support for breastfeeding mothers and assists in addressing mental health challenges through community connections.
Visit La Leche League Arkansas.

Mother-to-Mother Support Groups: Local community groups provide a safe space for mothers to discuss pregnancy and postpartum challenges while connecting with others. Contact your local health center or WIC office for more information. Find local support: Arkansas WIC.

Arkansas Minority Health Commission
Offers culturally sensitive mental health services and wellness support for minority populations, including pregnant and postpartum women.
Visit Arkansas Minority Health Commission.

Wellness and Self-Care Programs / Mindfulness and Stress Management
Various local community centers and organizations in Arkansas, including yoga studios and wellness centers, offer prenatal yoga and mindfulness classes to support relaxation and emotional health.
Explore options: Yoga Alliance - Arkansas.

Arkansas 2-1-1

Connects individuals to mental health and wellness resources tailored to their needs.
Call: 2-1-1/Tel: 211 or visit Arkansas 2-1-1.

These resources are designed to support the mental health and emotional well-being of pregnant women and mothers in Arkansas, helping them navigate the challenges of parenthood and thrive in a healthy, supportive environment.

Looking for an organization near you in Arkansas?

Hospitals, birth centers, doulas, WIC clinics, milk banks and more are listed by county. Enter a ZIP code or city to see yours.