Rhode Island

Pregnant women and mothers in Rhode Island have access to various mental health and wellness resources designed to support emotional well-being during pregnancy and the postpartum period. These services address challenges such as postpartum depression, anxiety, and stress, promoting a healthy transition to parenthood.

Crisis Support
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: For immediate assistance, individuals can dial 988 for 24/7 support, resources, and mobile crisis response. Learn More

Kids Link RI: A 24/7 hotline offering free and confidential assistance for children and youth in need of mental health services. Call 1-855-543-5465.
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FSRI Children’s Mobile Crisis Hotline: Provides immediate assistance to Rhode Island youth (ages 2-21) experiencing a behavioral or mental health crisis. Call 401-854-6678. Learn More

Postpartum Support and Counseling
Rhode Island Department of Health – Perinatal Mental Health: Offers information on mood complications that can occur during and after pregnancy, including postpartum depression and anxiety

Rhode Island Chapter of Postpartum Support International (PSI-RI): PSI-RI promotes awareness, education, prevention, and treatment of perinatal mental health issues affecting mothers and their families. They offer resources, support groups, and connections to local services.

Provider Support Programs
RI MomsPRN: The Rhode Island Maternal Psychiatry Resource Network is a free psychiatric telephone consultation service for healthcare providers treating pregnant and postpartum women. It aims to build the capacity of providers to screen for behavioral health and substance use disorders and respond with appropriate treatment and referral.

By utilizing these resources, pregnant women and mothers in Rhode Island can access the support and care needed to maintain mental and emotional well-being during pregnancy and the postpartum period.