1. Emergency Contacts
List the most important people to call in a crisis.
- Primary Support Person:
Name: __________________
Phone: __________________
Relationship: ___________ - Secondary Support Person:
Name: __________________
Phone: __________________ - Mental Health Professional / Therapist:
Name: __________________
Phone: __________________
Location: _______________ - OB/GYN or Midwife:
Name: __________________
Phone: __________________ - Local Crisis Line / National Helpline:
???? National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
???? Postpartum Support International: 1-800-944-4773
(Text “HELLO” to 741741 for 24/7 crisis text line in the U.S.)
2. Recognizing a Mental Health Crisis
Include symptoms or signs that indicate urgent help is needed:
- Thoughts of harming yourself or your baby
- Feelings of hopelessness, worthlessness, or detachment
- Intense mood swings or rage
- Panic attacks or extreme anxiety
- Feeling disconnected from reality
- Inability to sleep or eat for multiple days
- Hallucinations or delusions
3. Immediate Steps to Take
If you’re in crisis, do the following:
- Tell someone right away – partner, friend, doctor, or crisis line.
- Do not stay alone. Ask someone to be with you until help arrives.
- R


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