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Plain-language explanations for pregnancy through the first four years. This is education, not a diagnosis — bring questions to your provider, or ask Peri.
Resources
Start here · Washington
Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line
Free peer support from parents who've been there and licensed perinatal therapists — call or text. Partners can ask for the Dad's Line. Se habla español. Not a crisis line.
Crisis & 24/7 lines
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline24/7 call or text for any crisis.
Call/text 988National
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline24/7, free, confidential support for pregnant and new parents, in English and Spanish.
1-833-852-6262National
National Domestic Violence Hotline24/7 confidential help.
1-800-799-7233National
Trans LifelinePeer support run by and for trans people. You don't need to be in crisis to call.
1-877-565-8860
Perinatal mental health support
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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Perinatal Support Washington — Support groupsOnline and in-person groups across Washington, including groups for partners.
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Swedish Center for Perinatal Bonding and Support
Day program for perinatal mood and anxiety. Intake: 206-320-7288. Scheduling, with or without a referral: 206-386-3863.
206-320-7288Washington
Navigating the Perinatal Journey ToolkitFree state mental wellness toolkit for expectant and new parents (WA Health Care Authority).
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PEPS (Program for Early Parent Support)Seattle-area peer groups matched by neighborhood and baby's age. Scholarships available.
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Open Arms Perinatal ServicesDoula and peer support for low-income families through pregnancy and postpartum.
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Postpartum Support International HelpLineSupport, information, and referrals (not a crisis line). Text in English or Spanish.
1-800-944-4773National
PSI online support groupsFree, virtual peer groups for many experiences — NICU, loss, birth trauma, dads, and more.
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NAMI — New parents guidePerinatal mental health information for all parents and roles.
Partners & non-birthing parents
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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PSI — Help for dads & non-birthing parentsResources for partners' own mood changes and for supporting a loved one.
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Bringing Baby Home (Gottman Institute)Research-based program for keeping the couple relationship strong after baby.
LGBTQ+, trans & nonbinary parents
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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PSI — Queer & trans parentsDedicated support group and volunteers with lived LGBTQIA+ perinatal experience.
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Inclusive TherapistsFind LGBTQ+-affirming mental health providers.
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National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color NetworkConnects QTBIPOC people with QTBIPOC practitioners.
Pregnancy & infant loss
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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Parent Support of Puget SoundParent-led support groups and resources after miscarriage, stillbirth, or newborn death.
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Seattle Children's Journey ProgramGrief support for Washington parents after the death of a child from 20 weeks of pregnancy onward.
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The Tears FoundationHelps bereaved parents with the cost of final arrangements after a loss.
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First Candle24/7 grief support line and state-by-state resources after the death of a baby.
1-800-221-7437National
SHARE Pregnancy & Infant Loss SupportFree support after early loss, stillbirth, or newborn death.
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The Compassionate FriendsSupport groups for families after a child dies, at any age.
Housing, food & basic needs
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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Help Me Grow WashingtonConnects families to health insurance, WIC, developmental screening, and more.
1-800-322-2588Washington
Washington 211Local help with housing, food, utilities, and childcare.
Dial 211Washington
Mary's Place (Seattle)Shelter, meals, and outreach for families experiencing homelessness.
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Mamma's HandsEmergency shelter and case management for pregnant and parenting families.
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WA DSHS Economic ServicesState cash, food, and emergency assistance programs.
Child development (ages 0–4)
Not sure where to start? Call the Perinatal Support Washington Warm Line, 1-888-404-7763.
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Early Support for Infants and Toddlers (ESIT)Washington's early intervention program for children birth to 3.
If you're in crisis, call or text 988, or call 911.
Content adapted from materials compiled by Ash Choi, LMHC, PMH-C, with references to peer-reviewed research and national and Washington State organizations.