South Carolina

Pregnant women and mothers in South Carolina have access to a variety of 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, stress, and other mental health concerns, promoting 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 or text: 1-833-943-5746.

South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH) Statewide Crisis Response: Offers around-the-clock assistance for mental health emergencies. Phone: 1-833-364-2274
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Provides free, confidential support for individuals in distress, prevention, and crisis resources. Phone: 988 Learn More

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Specifically supports pregnant and postpartum women experiencing mental health challenges. Phone/Text: 1-833-943-5746

Postpartum Support and Counseling

Postpartum Support International (PSI) - South Carolina Chapter: PSI-SC offers support and resources for mothers experiencing postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood disorders. They connect individuals to local support groups and trained professionals.

Therapy and Counseling Services

Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support Groups: Various support groups across South Carolina provide a safe space to discuss pregnancy and postpartum challenges while connecting with other mothers.

Public Health and Community Support Programs

Behavioral Health Workgroup - South Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (SCDHHS): Focuses on addressing unmet maternal mental health and substance use disorder treatment needs of pregnant and postpartum women and their infants.

South Carolina Infant Mental Health Association (SCIMHA): Provides developmental screenings and explores ways to support children's learning, benefiting mothers and families.

Support Groups and Peer Support

Local Support Groups: Various communities in South Carolina offer mother-to-mother support groups, providing a safe space to discuss pregnancy and postpartum challenges while connecting with other mothers. Contact your local health center or WIC office for details.

Online Support Communities: Platforms like Postpartum Progress offer blogs and forums focused on building a community of mothers talking openly about postpartum depression and other mental health conditions.

Wellness and Self-Care Programs

Mindfulness and Stress Management: Local community centers and organizations, such as yoga studios, offer prenatal yoga and mindfulness classes to support relaxation and emotional health.

Help Me Grow South Carolina: Provides developmental screenings and connects families to resources that support child development and parental well-being.

By utilizing these resources, pregnant women and mothers in South Carolina can access the necessary support to navigate mental health challenges during and after pregnancy, fostering a healthier transition to parenthood.