September is Suicide Prevention Month

Know the facts:

Maternal suicide is a leading cause of maternal mortality in the US.

Maternal suicide has emerged as one of the top three causes of pregnancy-associated deaths.

Maternal suicide deaths are more common than deaths caused by postpartum hemorrhage or hypertensive disorders.

Maternal suicide is a leading cause of maternal mortality in the US.

Maternal suicide has emerged as one of the top three causes of pregnancy-associated deaths

Maternal suicide deaths are more common than deaths caused by postpartum hemorrhage or hypertensive disorders.

Maternal Mental Health Conditions account for almost 23% of pregnancy-related deaths, and 80% of pregnancy-related deaths are determined to be preventable.

Lack of social support during the perinatal period is also strongly associated with suicidal behavior.

Further, sleep disturbances significantly increase the likelihood of suicide attempts and suicidal thoughts in adults and increase thoughts of self-harm in depressed postpartum moms.

62% of pregnancy-related suicides occur between 43-365 days postpartum, followed by 24% during pregnancy and 14% within 42 days postpartum.

If you are reading this and feel you may be struggling with a suicidal thoughts, please know…

🔵You are not alone. You are not to blame. With help, you will be well.

🔵Call or text the Postpartum Support International HelpLine at 800-944-4773. You never need a diagnosis to ask for help.

🔵Download the Connect by PSI App

🔵Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-852-6262

🔵In a crisis situation, call or text the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988

🔵Visit postpartum.net for additional programs and resources, including FREE online support groups.