Resources for parents
Maternal mental health
Maternal mental health resources for parents
Care coordination
Utah Department of Health and Human Services 0-8 Care Coordination
- The 0-8 Care Coordination program helps families with children ages 0 to 8 find important services and resources. Care coordinators connect families to developmental screenings, home visits, early intervention, Head Start, mental health support, and WIC services. They work with families to understand their needs, provide helpful information, and connect them to services, making the process easy and supportive. This service is free and open to all families.
- Phone: (801) 273-2804
Intermountain Health Behavioral Health Navigation
- Helps you find mental health support and resources within the Intermountain Health system. It's free and available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Phone: 833-442-2211
Community based organizations and community behavioral health care
- A non-profit organization offering support to Spanish-speaking mothers, including doula services, breastfeeding education, support groups, parenting classes, and connections to community resources.
- Phone: (801) 613-0034
- A free service that connects parents to maternal mental health services, developmental screenings, parenting tips, and local resources to support child development and family well-being.
- Phone: 801-691-5322
- Parents for Children is a Utah-based organization that helps Spanish-speaking parents raise emotionally healthy children. They offer parenting education and support to strengthen parent-child relationships.
Utah Pacific Islander Health Coalition
- A coalition focused on improving the health and well-being of Utah's Pacific Islander communities by providing health education, resources, and support services.
- Phone: 385-419-0031
Postpartum Support International Utah
- Offers support and resources for individuals experiencing perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression.
- Phone: 1-800-944-4773
- Provides early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services.
- Provides substance abuse treatment and prevention services to youth and adults in Utah.
- Phone: 801-412-3215
- Supports refugees and immigrants with services like employment assistance, counseling, and youth programs.
- Phone: 801-467-6060
- Offers medical, dental, and behavioral health services, focusing on serving Native American communities.
- Phone: 801-359-2256
Community Health Centers, Inc.
- Provides affordable healthcare services, including medical, dental, and pharmacy, to underserved populations.
- Phone: 801-412-6920
- Raises awareness and provides resources for maternal mental health, supporting women experiencing postpartum depression and anxiety.
- Offers support for women after placing a baby for adoption. Also provides resources to help birth mothers heal emotionally during placement.
- Phone: (801) 200-2048
- Email: [email protected]
Crisis nurseries
Family Support Center West Valley Crisis Nursery
- Free care for children when parents are overwhelmed. Available 24/7.
- Phone: (801) 967-4259
- Location: 3663 Lancer Way, West Valley City, UT
Family Support Center Midvale Crisis Nursery & Counseling Office
- Free care for children when parents are overwhelmed. Available 24/7.
- Phone: (801) 255-6881
- Location: 777 W Center St (7720 South), Midvale, UT
Family Support Center Sugar House Crisis Nursery & Counseling Office
- Free care for children when parents are overwhelmed. Available 24/7.
- Phone: (801) 487-7778
- 2020 Lake Street (740 East), Salt Lake City, UT
Utah Valley Family Support & Treatment Center
- Free care for children when parents are overwhelmed. Available 24/7.
- Phone: (801) 229-1181
- Location: 1255 N 1200 W, Orem, UT
Fathers
Fathers & Families Coalition of Utah
- Provides education and training on healthy relationships, fatherhood, and employment. Offers a free 13-week class called “Nurturing Fathers” that helps dads learn parenting skills.
- Offers free classes to build strong relationships in families.
National Alliance on Mental Health Utah
- Offers free classes for people who have a loved one with mental health challenges. These classes are led by trained family members who have been through similar experiences.
Postpartum Support International Utah
- Promotes mental health through awareness, prevention, and treatment including resources specifically for men.
The Healing Group - The Man Cave
- A monthly online community group to help dads improve their ability to support their partner and new baby through understanding postpartum depression and anxiety.
Postpartum Support International Chats For Dads
- A free call-in forum for dads, held on the first Monday of each month, led by a perinatal mental health expert. Connect with other dads and get information about perinatal mood and anxiety disorders from a licensed professional. No registration or names needed.
- Chat number: (800) 944-8766 (Participant code: 73162)
Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance
- Shares information on mental health during pregnancy and after birth.
National Fatherhood Initiative
- Provides programs and training to help fathers develop parenting skills.
National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse
- Provides parenting tips, research, and other resources to support responsible fathers and strong families.
Health and wellness
- A list of recommended reads for parents.
Sad Moms Club Podcast
- The Sad Moms Club Podcast connects women to maternal mental health resources in Utah. Host Joni Lybbert interviews providers in Utah who share therapy tips and coping skills.
- Baby Your Baby is a Utah program that helps low-income pregnant women get temporary medical coverage while they wait for Medicaid approval. It also provides helpful information on prenatal care, baby health, and parenting.
- Phone: 1-800-826-9662
- Explains symptoms to look out for during pregnancy and the year postpartum. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical care right away.
- Explains symptoms to look out for during the year postpartum. If you experience any of these symptoms, seek medical care right away.
- A worksheet you can fill out to help you plan for what you will do to help with your mental health during pregnancy and postpartum.
Taking care of yourself: Resources for pregnant and postpartum women
- Offers mental health support for pregnancy and postpartum, including a 4-step self-care plan and guidance on seeking help.
Action plan for mood changes during pregnancy or after giving birth
- Provides steps to manage negative feelings that may affect your well-being or ability to care for your baby.
How to talk to your health care provider
- Handouts with information on when and how to discuss mental health concerns with your provider during and after pregnancy.
Sleep hygiene: tips for pregnant and postpartum individuals
- Get 7 tips to overcome pregnancy and postpartum sleep deprivation.
Mental health resources for families
SUNSHINE
Medication and exposure safety
- Phone: 866.626.6847
- Text: 855.999.3525
- Services: MotherToBaby provides free, confidential guidance on the safety of medications and exposures during pregnancy and breastfeeding, helping you make informed health decisions.
Antidepressants in pregnancy fact sheet
- Information on antidepressant use during pregnancy (how they work, common side effects, tips on experiencing side effects, and questions to ask your provider) to support your mental health.
Mental health providers
Utah Maternal Mental Health Referral Network
- Directory of Utah healthcare professionals and support groups specializing in perinatal mental health. Find services for depression, anxiety, infertility, miscarriage, birth trauma, and more.
Postpartum Support International online support groups
- Postpartum Support International offers more than 50 free, virtual support groups for individuals experiencing perinatal mental health challenges. These groups cover various topics, including general perinatal mood support, loss and grief, and specialized sessions for diverse communities. Participants can connect with others facing similar experiences and access helpful resources.
Postpartum Support International online support groups in Spanish
- Online private support groups for Spanish speaking mothers.
- Free support groups across Utah for people experiencing perinatal mental health challenges.
Valley Women’s Health – mental health group
- Group support for mental health needs during pregnancy and postpartum.
Moms and Moods Support Group (Salt Lake City)
- Free weekly support group for moms at risk of or struggling with isolation, postpartum depression/anxiety, or other mood disorders. Free childcare provided.
LDS Hospital “Mommy & Me” new mothers support group (Salt Lake City)
- Support group for moms with a child younger than 2. Includes instruction from a nurse and lactation specialist.
Pregnancy and infant loss
- Share Parents of Utah is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families who have experienced the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, or early infant death. They offer resources, support meetings, and memorial events to assist in the healing process.
- Phone: 801-272-5355
University of Utah Pregnancy After Loss Program
- Offers specialized care for families who have experienced pregnancy loss, newborn death, or complicated pregnancies. The program provides medical support, mental health services, and peer support to assist families in their healing journey.
- Phone: 801-213-2995
The Healing Group: professionally led pregnancy and loss support group
- When: The first Monday of every month
- Time: 7 p.m.
- Registration: Registration is required, please contact Monica Ashton, LCSW, PMH-C at [email protected] or call the Client Care Coordinator at 801-305-3171. Participation is free.
Postpartum Support International online support groups for loss
- Postpartum Support International offers more than 50 free, virtual support groups for individuals experiencing perinatal mental health challenges. These groups cover various topics, including general perinatal mood support, loss and grief, and specialized sessions for diverse communities. Participants can connect with others facing similar experiences and access helpful resources.
Statewide crisis resources
- Provides free, confidential, 24/7 support for anyone experiencing (or worried about someone) a behavioral, mental, or emotional health crisis, including suicide prevention and mental health intervention.
- Phone/text: 988
- A crisis chat line and anonymous tip submission platform for students, parents, and educators. There are also SafeUT apps for frontline workers (health care workers, first responders, public safety workers, EMS/fire, etc. and their families) and military members (National Guard, veterans, civilian personnel, etc.) The app offers real-time crisis intervention by licensed mental health professionals.
- Phone: Download the free SafeUT app (available on both the Apple App store and the Google Play Store)
Utah Warm Line
- A non-crisis support line providing emotional support if you need someone to talk to. Available 7 days a week from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Phone: 801-587-1055
Utah Domestic Violence Coalition (UDVC)
- Free, confidential 24/7 hotline for people in abusive situations. Caring professionals will help connect you with resources such as with shelters, advocates, and support services.
- Phone: 1-800-897-LINK (5465)
Mobile crisis outreach teams (MCOT)
- Mobile units staffed with licensed mental health professionals who provide in-person crisis intervention for adults and youth. Available 24/7.
- Contact: Call or text 988.
Crisis centers (also called receiving centers)
- A safe place to go when you need mental or behavioral health support but don’t need to go to the emergency room or hospital. Trained mental health professionals provide stabilization, assessment, and short-term care for individuals in crisis. Connects individuals with appropriate follow-up care.
- Phone: 435-752-0750
Substance use
University of Utah SUPERAD Clinic
- The SUPeRAD Clinic is a prenatal clinic that supports pregnant women dealing with substance use. It has a team of experts, including doctors, addiction specialists, social workers, and peer supporters, to help with pregnancy and recovery. Services include ultrasounds, addiction treatment, and other resources.
- Phone: 385-881-3035
Utah treatment facilities
- Intensive perinatal psychiatric treatment centers in Utah, including inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization options.
Other helpful resources
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
- 1-833-852-6262
- Free, confidential hotline available 24/7 for pregnant and new moms who may be struggling with their mental or emotional health. Available in English and Spanish. Caring professionals offer support, resources, and referrals to other services. Available through phone or text access.
Erikson Institute’s Fussy Baby Network
- (888) 431-BABY (431-2229)
- Offers support and guidance to help parents manage infant fussiness, crying, and sleep challenges. Available in English and Spanish.
Postpartum Support International Helpline
- 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD)
- (Oprima 1 para español or press 2 for English)
- Text in English: 800-944-4773
- Text en español: 971-203-7773
- Free, confidential helpline for moms struggling with perinatal mood disorders and anxiety. Available in English and Spanish. A trained volunteer will respond within 24 hours, with daily support available from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET. Messages left after hours will be returned promptly.
- 1-800-622-HELP (4357)
- Free, confidential, helpline available 24/7 for individuals and family members facing mental and substance use disorders. Available in English and Spanish. Get referrals to local treatment facilities, support groups, and community-based organizations.
Social connection
Utah Maternal Mental Health Instgram
MOMS Club of Salt Lake City
Salt Lake Valley Mom Crew
Salt Lake Mothers of Twins
SLC MomCo
MomTribe (Utah County & Salt Lake County)
Making Mom Friends (Utah)
Beyond Birth: 4th Trimester Support (Intermountain Healthcare)
The Mommune (Ripple Effect Counseling)
Shauntea’s Sunshine Crew
Salt Lake City Public Library Family Programs
Peanut App
Postpartum Planning for Expectant Parents – Postpartum Support International Utah
Matrescence Collective
Valley Women’s Health – prenatal classes