Perinatal Support Services
About Our Perinatal Support Services
NAMI’s Perinatal Support Services are designed to meet the critical mental health and wellbeing needs of mothers during pregnancy and postpartum.
With allocated funding, the program offers comprehensive support including navigation to mental health services, assistance with childcare, housing support, and transportation.
NAMI services aim to reduce barriers to care and promote stability for families. In addition, NAMI hosts a peer-led perinatal support group, Rooted in Motherhood, that provide a safe, welcoming space for mothers to connect, share experiences, and receive encouragement during this transformative period.
Rooted in Motherhood Group
Rooted in Motherhood.
Rooted in Support.
Rooted in You.
Whether you’re expecting, newly postpartum, or somewhere in between, we’re so glad you’re here. Our Perinatal Support Group is a space created just for you—a place of connection, comfort, and care during this powerful season of life.
We’re excited to introduce you to our new support group: Rooted in Motherhood. This group is here to remind you that it’s okay to be deeply rooted in your role as a mother and in caring for your mental health. You deserve support, understanding, and space to grow—and you are not alone.
Rooted in Motherhood offers a warm, judgment-free space to connect, share, and receive the resources you need. Our Care Navigator, Megan, is here to walk alongside you—whether you need emotional support, help finding services like childcare or transportation, or just someone to talk to.
Upcoming Groups
Pre-registration is not required.
Did you know?
Data from The Maternal Mental Health Leadership Alliance
1 in 5
mothers are impacted by mental health conditions
27%
of mothers enter pregnancy with anxiety and depression
33%
of mothers develop symptoms during pregnancy
40%
develop symptoms following child birth
Maternal mental health affects all of us.
If you or your loved one is struggling, help and hope exist.
It's completely okay to ask for help when you're pregnant or adjusting to life with a new baby. This stage can be joyful, but also exhausting and overwhelming.
You’re not meant to do it all on your own. Support is there for you—and you deserve it.
Where to Go for Help in a Crisis
In a crisis, call 911 and request a CIT* officer.
*CIT = Crisis Intervention Team
Text or call the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Text "NAMI" to 741-741 to talk to a crisis counselor
Call 419-522-HELP (4357) for the the local Catalyst Helpline
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Catalyst WarmlineCall 419-522-4636 for the local Catalyst warmline. This line is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for or questions or concerns regarding mental health. This is for when you need help but are not in crisis.
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Family Life Counseling & Psychiatric ServicesCall 419-774-9969 for mental health and addiction services.
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Healing Hearts Counseling CenterCall 419-528-5993 for testing for mental health, alcohol, drugs, and trauma.
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NAMI Richland CountyCall 419-522-6264, email Families@NAMIrc.org, or visit NAMIrc.org (this website) for mental health support, classes, and to be connected to the resource that you need.
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33 ForeverCall 419-524-2700 for non-crisis related support for mental health awareness and suicide prevention.
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Ohio Suicide FoundationVisit www.ohiospf.org/ for connection to hope, help and suicide prevention resources
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Richland County Mental Health BoardCall 419-522-7491 for the local mental health board.
You're Not Alone - We're Here for You
Whether you're navigating pregnancy, postpartum challenges, or supporting a loved one through this journey, NAMI Richland County is here to help. Our perinatal services offer compassionate support, resources, and a community that understands. Reach out today - healing starts with connection.
