Moms in Need

Motherhood is the most wonderful and beautiful experience in the world, so why aren’t you constantly surrounded by rainbows and unicorns? Whatever the reason, you are not alone. Here is a growing list of sites and resources to aid in getting you the help you need and the people you can relate to. They are out there, I promise…

If you are suicidal, please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) The number will automatically direct you to the local crisisline/suicide hotline based on your location. There is also a national chat crisis line at www.crisischat.org.

Band Back Together is the brainchild of the amazing Aunt Becky from Mommy Wants Vodka. The group blog bravely covers topics ranging from abuse to rape to mental illness to child loss. The resource section can help you find pretty much any help you are looking for. It’s a really amazing place to get lost in and chances are, you’ll find what you are looking for.

Unspoken Grief is a safe place to share, talk, support and learn about the impact of miscarriage, stillbirth and neonatal loss in our lives. The journey should not be silenced.

Postpartum Progress provides the most comprehensive and accessible information available on perinatal mental illness for pregnant women and new mothers.

Violenece Unsilenced is a website where readers submit their personal experiences of domestic violence, sexual abuse, and rape.

Postpartum Support International is dedicated to helping women suffering from perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, including postpartum depression, the most common complication of childbirth. We also work to educate family, friends and health care providers so that moms and moms-to-be can get the support they need and recover.

The National Infertility Association is a non-profit organization with the only established, nationwide network mandated to promote reproductive health and to ensure equal access to all family building options for men and women experiencing infertility or other reproductive disorders.

Scars for Love (a labor of love and the passion of Andrea Updyke) is a place where women can come together and talk through their experiences of cesarean without fear of judgement. Some will share stories of joy, some of pain. Whatever your story, please know that you are welcome.

To Write Love on Her Arms is a non-profit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury and suicide.  TWLOHA exists to encourage, inform, inspire and also to invest directly into treatment and recovery.

My Postpartum Voice is full of various stories, resources, and insights for every struggling mother, for partners, family members, and even for professionals looking for a glimpse into the mind of a survivor.

Easy to Love but Hard to Raise is for anyone raising a child who is easy to love, but difficult to raise. The site is available to support, share stories, commiserate, give tips, and provide safe haven for anyone parenting children impacted by ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder), PBD (Pediatric Bipolar Disorder), OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder), FASD (Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder) or any other situation that takes the already difficult job of parenting and adds to challenge.

A Mom’s View of ADHD is a place to see that we are not alone in our special parenting struggles. On this website you’ll find the personal stories of eight moms parenting children with ADHD: what has worked (and not worked) for us; our struggles and adventures; links to helpful information and other similar stories; and a network of parents of children with ADHD who support one another. As well, you’ll find helpful articles from our ADHD Consultants, many of whom also parent a child with ADHD.

PPD to Joy is a site providing support for mothers and families struggling with guilt, anxiety, and postpartum depression.

Iceberg has been set up to support both male and female sufferers along the path to recovery from all forms of eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia and emotional over-eating.

The Mom Pledge is about women standing up, speaking out, and coming together to eradicate online bullying among moms.

Ever wanted to ask a special needs parent a question, but haven’t known how? My friend Ellen from Love that Max partnered up on a post that I’m really proud of. Read Ask a Special Needs Parent and get those questions answered.

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Alcoholics Anonymous • Narcotics Anonymous • Gamblers Anonymous • Marijuana Anonymous • Neurotics Anonymous • Sex Addicts Anonymous • Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous • Survivors of Incest Anonymous • Emotions Anonymous • Food Addicts Anonymous • Co-Dependents Anonymous • Cocaine Anonymous • Crystal Meth Anonymous • Debtors Anonymous • Pills Anonymous • Overeaters Anonymous

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Posts from my readers…

Mommy had an Abortion by Sarah Tuttle-Singer

The Perfect Heart by Coastal Chick (cardiomyopathy)

I’m Supposed to be Happy by Sarah Tuttle-Singer (PPD)

They Belong to Me by Some Random Mother (miscarriage)

 Out of the Mouths of Babes by Meg (bullying)

Post Adoption Depression by Megan

The Norm by S Club Mama (autism)

My first birth, and being brave by Amanda (PPD)

Another Birthday Gone by Tracy (miscarriage)

But, really it’s four by Melissa (miscarriage)

When did you know? by Cindy (PPD)

Let’s Talk by Randi (PPD)

A Child’s Wish by Mom Fog (autism)

I Miss You by Amber (miscarriage)

Because Motherhood Sucks – by Selena (book suggestions on PPD)

Her Place by Jessica (autism)

Farewells by Janis (sexual abuse)

The Truth About Mental Health by Robin (PPD)

CHD Q&A by Dawn (congenital heart defect)

What Autism Means to Me by I’m A Mom Too

Dear Anxiety, I HATE You! by Joanie

Elin Marianne’s Journey into our world and the next by Jelene (child loss)

The Fog has mostly lifted by Julie (depression)

Who are you calling crazy? by Amber (depression)

Boundless Joy by Sunday (autism)

Stigmas by Denise (depression)

Teens & Self-Mutilation by Laura

On Being in Control by Caroline (depression)

His Story by Jenn (infant loss)

My Birth Trauma by Rhian (PTSD)

You Are Not The Only Freak In Town by Yael (PPD)

(Have a site or post for me to add? Just shoot me an e-mail {jill at scarymommy dot com) and I’ll link it up.)

 

{ 21 comments }

1 denise June 3, 2011 at 6:30 pm

So important. So good. Thank you.

2 Linda Szmulewitz June 3, 2011 at 6:55 pm

Great resources! Thank you!
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3 Kelly June 3, 2011 at 7:17 pm

What an awesome resource! So glad to see Andrea’s site Scars for Love included!
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4 SomeRandomMother June 3, 2011 at 7:22 pm

Thanks for pulling these resources together and for the nod to my blog. There are some beautifully written, heart felt pieces in that list … its like a little treasure trove for moms who need a reminder that none of us is really alone in this!

5 Megan June 3, 2011 at 7:34 pm

Thank you for including us in your list. I’ve been checking out the other posts and they are all such great resources. What a wonderful reminder that no man (or woman) is an island.
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6 MamaRobinJ June 3, 2011 at 9:59 pm

Great stuff. Sending you an email.
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7 Amy June 3, 2011 at 10:31 pm

Saving this list and sharing with my friends!
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8 ann June 4, 2011 at 12:03 am

thank you for this. My daughter is 2 1/2 and up until now I’ve never found a good outlet re c-section experiences (i almost lost my life with mine). great page.

9 Jackie June 4, 2011 at 1:07 am

I’d also like to suggest Sidelines National High Risk Pregnancy Support Network for anyone suffering from any high risk condition that leads to bedrest during pregnancy. No one understands just how difficult bedrest can be unless they’ve done it. Sidelines will match you with someone (if you’re interested) with a similar history as you and facilitate communication with them either through email or phone. It’s such a comfort to have someone to talk to that can relate to exactly what you’re going through!

10 Alison@Mama Wants This June 4, 2011 at 10:18 am

Thank you for putting this list together, Jill.
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11 debi9kids June 4, 2011 at 12:38 pm

Great list Jill! You are AWESOME for putting this together.
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12 Kate June 4, 2011 at 2:17 pm

this is an awesome idea. Thank you for putting this out there! You have some sites listed that literally saved my life when I had postpartum depression.
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13 Carolyn June 4, 2011 at 4:59 pm

Glad I found this! I’ll be posting this link on my Weekly Wrap-up Featured Finds next week. Thanks!
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14 Melissa Sankey June 4, 2011 at 5:57 pm

This is an amzing idea. What a wonderful way for women to connect and share their personal stories, without judgement. Thank you.
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15 Stacy Dymalski June 4, 2011 at 11:48 pm

Great resource for parents who need to know they’re not alone in difficult situations. I will forward this link to others. Thanks for putting it together.

16 MOMmetime June 5, 2011 at 2:23 pm

Wow ~this is an incredible compilation of resources! Very considerate & thoughtful of you to take the time to put it together. I know this had to take a lot of time and effort ~Thank You. It reminds during a very difficult, bring me to my knees kind of time in my life when someone told me about the AA Program and then with the help of others aiding in my getting sober…saving my life!!! That was 10 years ago. When someone helps another great things happen ~miracles!

Someone very dear to me once (often) said: “Amy, if you want to keep it you must give it away”…in my travels around the blogosphere I see Scary Mommy a lot; I find your style and way of blogging very impressive!

17 Jackie June 5, 2011 at 2:25 pm

Thank you so much for this. We should always remember that even though we may feel alone, many people around us are suffering in silence. Reach out. Hug. Repeat.

18 April June 5, 2011 at 4:40 pm

These seem like great resources! Thanks for putting this info together!
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19 Susan June 29, 2011 at 4:31 pm

I’m just getting my feet wet in the blogging world, and wish I would have known of these resources much sooner. So many women feel alone in their struggles. Thanks for sharing!

20 TheNewCinders September 15, 2011 at 4:59 pm

I agree wholeheartedly. I can’t believe I am only finding this now – it needs so much more promotion! Why isn’t every new mum told about this website and the others like it??

21 Kid Id August 7, 2011 at 9:11 pm

What a great resource for moms!

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