Additional Perinatal Resources

"A Little Something" is dedicated to the idea that a small bit of kindness goes a long way to bring a lot of love to others. Moms going through miscarriage don't always have the support and love needed during such a difficult time.

This group was created for the sole purpose of helping others who have lost children feel comfort and understanding in their grief journey. We are not here to judge but rather offer encouragement, support, love, advice, help, guidance and hope to those just like us. This is a place where we are not alone but a community of mothers and fathers, some of whose children live here earthside and in also heaven and some whose eyes we will never see but spirit we will always feel.

Acts Housing provides homebuyer and financial coaching, lending and real estate services, and home rehab coaching (for those who decide to take on a fixer-upper). Empowerment through homeownership. All under one roof and local to Milwaukee.

With a commitment to safety, respect, and compassion for individuals and families, Advocates of Ozaukee works to end domestic and sexual violence through intervention, education, and prevention services.

We are committed to ending suffering in silence due to pregnancy and infant loss. Our Healing Waters program supports families who have experienced infant loss of a pregnancy at any stage, or death of a baby, up to 12 months of age. The pain families experience is insurmountable, traumatizing, and unbearable. Our trained Perinatal Loss Counselor provides one-on-one support to help mothers and their loved ones begin and/or continue their healing journey. When you are ready, we are here.

WeRISE Community Doula Program offers prenatal, labor and postpartum support services available to people and families who wish to be supported by a doula.

Groups available for those in the first year postpartum and dads

Angie offers Parent education, Parent coaching. Infant- young adult child development, Women-to-women informal support groups, Infant massage baby/ parent group or individual classes, Perimenopause/ menopause coaching, Child health preparation and support for medical procedures and diagnosis, Grief and loss, infant/ child loss, bereavement facilitator.

Charlie Health's virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) offers a specialized maternal mental health program for perinatal and postpartum clients. It provides evidence-based group and individual therapy for perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and postpartum depression.

The Birth Outcomes Made Better (BOMB) Doula Program was created to support healthy pregnancies and nurture healthy babies in the City of Milwaukee. Through doula services families will have the support and education necessary for a healthy pregnancy and beyond. The program is available to all birthing people who are at or before 30 weeks pregnant, no insurance required. Doulas work with families during prenatal period, through birth, and 12 weeks postpartum.

The New Mom Mental Health Checklist was created by Postpartum Progress to: Empower mothers to help themselves. Facilitate conversations that can be difficult for mothers to start with their doctors and other care providers. Reinforce the variety of recognized, evidence-based symptoms of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders to both mothers and clinicians. Multiple Languages Available

I want all pregnant moms to know their options, uncover what their ideal birth looks like, and be prepared to make the choices that align with their values, fearlessly!

The Grief Watch site was created to provide you with bereavement resources, memorial products and links that can help you through your personal loss. It also serves as an excellent educational tool for all who travel down the road of grief.

Group Peer Support has its own trauma-informed and culturally competent peer support training

Harambee Village is a community-based doula agency committed to mothers, babies, and families.

Our commitment is to provide a culturally appropriate understanding of grief and loss centered around black and brown bodies. We strive to increase awareness and understanding of grief and loss while supporting those who seek to mend their hearts.

We are committed to ending suffering in silence due to pregnancy and infant loss. Our Healing Waters program supports families who have experienced infant loss of a pregnancy at any stage, or death of a baby, up to 12 months of age. The pain families experience is insurmountable, traumatizing, and unbearable. Our trained Perinatal Loss Counselor provides one-on-one support to help mothers and their loved ones begin and/or continue their healing journey. When you are ready, we are here.

In collaboration with Moms Mental Health Initiative, Erica Karek of EK Coaching & Wellness provides an opportunity to reflect and think ahead for those who have recovered from their perinatal mental health condition and want to learn about this new version of themselves.

Inclusion Health Clinics where doctors and clinicians with expertise and a passion for caring for LGBTQ patients deliver care in a welcoming, affirming environment. Call 414-805-2018 for more information.

Judgement-free, evidence-based lactation support in the Lake Country area and all of Southeast Wisconsin

Resources from Postpartum Support International, one of the leading organizations in perinatal mental health support.

This website provides a range of current information including discussion of new research findings in women’s mental health and how such investigations inform day-to-day clinical practice. 

The Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance (MMHLA) was founded in 2019 as a nonpartisan 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting the mental health of mothers and childbearing people in the United States with a focus on national policy and health equity.

Society views men as stoic, self-sacrificing, and strong. When men feel none of those things as new fathers, it might be hard to admit it or seek help. The stigma in experiencing difficulties as a new parent is sometimes greater for men than women. To support new fathers, we have curated a list of resources to help them navigate the transition to new parenthood.

Our mission is to ensure that every expecting mother receives the best possible care, regardless of their location or circumstances. With the Maternal Mobile Clinic, we bring important maternal health services directly to communities, making health care accessible and convenient for prenatal and postpartum (after birth) care.

When a man experiences such a loss, it’s devastating not only for his wife, but also for him. The trauma of this event affects his relationship with his spouse, with work and with family. This is why we’re on a mission to help all men who are emotionally struggling with miscarriage and infertility

Between the lack of education about the challenges of fatherhood and societal pressures of masculinity, dads don’t always pay attention to their mental health after bringing a child into the family. While they may notice changes in their mood and behavior, they might not recognize them as symptoms of a mental health condition. Many don’t even know that men can experience pre- and postpartum depression and anxiety – around one in 10 fathers experience Paternal Postpartum Depression (PPPD) and up to 16% deal with an anxiety disorder during the weeks before and after birth. [1]

Meta House ends the generational cycle of addiction by healing women and strengthening families.

As Milwaukee’s basic needs bank, we partner with local social service agencies to provide a reliable source of basic essentials for the families they serve.

The mission of the Milwaukee LGBT Community Center is to further develop our vibrant lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community in the greater Milwaukee area, thus improving the quality of life for all of us. The mission is supported by the Center’s leadership in community building, health promotion, advocacy, and communications.

We envision a world in which women and girls are nurtured and empowered to reach their fullest potential, and social justice, respect, compassion and understanding are the only acceptable standards for human beings.

Mood Lactation Partners provides expert, culturally relevant lactation support to Black and Brown families. We offer accessible resources, guidance, and care to help you succeed on your breastfeeding journey.

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is free, confidential, and here to help, 24/7. La Línea Nacional de Asistencia a la Salud Mental Materna proporciona ayuda gratuita confidencial, 24/7, antes, durante y después del embarazo. Many languages available.

At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone. Si está en una crisis, hay opciones disponibles para ayudarlo a sobrellevar la situación. También puede llamar a Lifeline en cualquier momento para hablar con alguien y obtener apoyo. Para obtener asistencia confidencial disponible las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana para todos en los EE. UU, llame al 988.

PFLAG promotes the health and well-being of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered persons, their families and friends through: support, to cope with an adverse society; education, to enlighten an ill-informed public; and advocacy, to end discrimination and to secure equal civil rights. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and gender identity, and acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of human diversity.

Postpartum Support International offers a variety of online peer support groups for people navigating many experiences within perinatal mental health conditions

The Parenting Network supports anyone in a parenting role -- mothers, fathers, grandparents or other relatives raising children, whether stepparents, foster parents, and the parents of tomorrow -- to provide a safe and nurturing home.

By engaging fathers we hope to strengthen our community by increasing a father's awareness of his essential role in his family.

Ensuring children have positive early experiences from pregnancy through age 5 when the foundations for lifelong development are established.

The PMHA-POC is bridging the gap in perinatal mental health support services for birthing persons, providers, and communities of color.

We are a nonprofit policy think tank and field catalyst. We inform and facilitate systems change so mothers, children, and families have the best opportunity to thrive.

The mission of Postpartum Support International is to promote awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues related to childbearing in every country worldwide.

Resource from Postpartum Support International specific to LGBTQIA+ families.

Rainbow Families supports, educates and connects lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) families, parents and prospective parents by offering a wide variety of education programs, support groups, opportunities to connect and more.  Rainbow Families is a volunteer led non-profit organization supported by members, community sponsors, private and public grants and foundations.

Roots4Change is working to improve the maternal and child health landscape in Dane County by providing resources and information to empower families and challenge the system. Roots4Change trabaja para mejorar el panorama de la salud maternoinfantil en el condado de Dane, empoderando a las familias y desafiando el sistema.

My passion for holistic healing extends beyond traditional medical practices. I hold two degrees in philosophy, where I delved into the intricate relationship between the body and mind. Specifically, my studies focused on embodiment and the storage of emotions and trauma in our physical selves. Drawing from this knowledge, I incorporate various healing modalities into my practice, including meditation, sound healing, Reiki, and aromatherapy.

Share is a community for anyone who has experienced the death of their baby. We serve parents, grandparents, siblings, friends, as well as the professionals who care for grieving families.

Safe Families for Children (SFFC) Wisconsin connects parents to a network of support through family-like relationships with volunteers.

Shades of Blue is a nonprofit dedicated to helping women of color before, during and after child-birth with community resources, mental health advocacy, treatment and support. Our vision is to change the way women are currently being diagnosed and treated after giving birth and experiencing any adverse maternal mental health outcome.

The Star Legacy Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to reducing pregnancy loss and neonatal death and improving care for families who experience such tragedies.  We are a community of families, health professionals, researchers, policy makers, and individuals dedicated to helping every pregnancy have a happy ending.