Maternal Mental Health

Emotional Wellness for New and Expecting Parents

As the first program of its kind in Palm Beach County, our emotional support groups are designed to support the one in five women who will experience depression and other mood and anxiety disorders before, during and after pregnancy.

Through screening, peer-to-peer support groups, individualized care coordination and training for health professionals, this program reaches both pregnant and postpartum families and promotes healthy moods, bonding strategies with babies, and how to cope with stress. 

HMHB provides a trusting atmosphere for mothers and their support partners to gain a better understanding of their emotions and focus on the mental health of themselves and their babies.

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Becoming a parent is exciting.
It can also be overwhelming.

Circle of Moms peer support groups are here to help new and expecting parents manage their stress or concerns in a safe and private space.

You are not alone - find the group that is right for you!

  • A lot can be on your mind when you’re pregnant. Learn what to expect during pregnancy, at the hospital, how to care for your newborn, and ways to handle your feelings as you become a parent.

    • Offered in English or Spanish.

    • Meets weekly.

    • Attend as often as you'd like.

  • The first months after having a baby can bring many changes. This group gives you support, answers, and tools to help you care for yourself and your baby during this new time.

    • Offered in English, Spanish or Creole.

    • Meets weekly.

    • Attend as often as you'd like.

  • Learn how your baby grows and changes during the first year. Meet other moms, share experiences, and talk about the joys and challenges of motherhood.

    • Offered in English or Creole.

    • Meets weekly.

    • Attend as often as you'd like.

  • Whether you are pregnant or have recently given birth, learn simple ways to handle stress, feel close to your baby, and manage your feelings. You will also learn how to get support and connect with others.

    • Offered in English, Spanish, or Creole.

    • Sessions are once per week for 6 weeks.

  • Before the arrival of baby, couples can improve communication, learn ways to parent together, and prepare for the emotional changes and stress that can come with becoming parents.

    • Offered in English or Spanish.

    • One virtual meeting per month.

Trainings for Professionals and Students

Too often, Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) go unrecognized. This can leave mothers feeling alone and isolated which can impact the entire family unit. Any professional or student that regularly works with perinatal women should be aware of the signs and symptoms of PMADs.

We offer trainings to promote awareness about perinatal mental health. These trainings are designed for students, physicians, nurses, pregnancy care providers, mental health professionals, case managers, and any other professionals who support perinatal families.

CEUs are provided for trainings. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies of Palm Beach County is an approved continuing education provider through the Florida Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and Mental Health Counseling, Florida Board of Psychology, and Florida Board of Nursing - CE Provider Number #50-28664.

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  • This training is designed to help healthcare professionals better understand the emotional and psychological impact of birth trauma on mothers and families. Participants will explore how difficult or traumatic birth experiences can affect mental health, bonding, postpartum recovery, and future healthcare interactions. You will learn practical, trauma-informed strategies to improve communication, provide compassionate support, recognize warning signs, and create safer, more validating experiences for perinatal patients and their families.

    This training provides 1.5 CEUs. To receive credit, please enter your complete license number when registering.

  • This training explores the emotional and psychological changes that can occur during the first 12 weeks after birth, often called the Fourth Trimester. As parents adjust to new routines, responsibilities, relationship changes, they may also experience stress, anxiety, and other mental health challenges. Participants will learn practical strategies and ideas for offering comprehensive support for maternal mental health during the Fourth Trimester.

    This training provides 1.5 CEUs. To receive credit, please enter your complete license number when registering.

  • This training explores common mental health concerns for parents. As perinatal couples adjust to the emotional and physical changes of pregnancy and parenting, these conditions can affect their well-being, relationships, and ability to cope. Participants will learn practical strategies and tools to enhance the quality of care and improve healthcare outcomes for parents who experience depression, anxiety, and other behavioral health concerns.

    This training provides 1.5 CEUs. To receive credit, please enter your complete license number when registering.

  • This training explores common maternal mental health concerns that can occur during pregnancy and the postpartum period, including depression, anxiety, and other Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs). When left unrecognized, these challenges can affect the well-being of mothers, infants, and families. Participants will learn how to identify signs and symptoms, understand risk and protective factors, connect families to appropriate resources, and provide compassionate support to improve outcomes for perinatal women.

    This training provides 1.5 CEUs. To receive credit, please enter your complete license number when registering.

  • If you have a professional or student group that would benefit from a training on maternal mental health, please contact Program Director, Elais Perez at eperez@hmhbpbc.org.

Explore the different topic areas presentations cover.

These free trainings will expand your awareness of maternal mental health and share helpful resources and tools that can prepare you to support pregnant and postpartum families.

For more information:

Call 561-517-1551 for support in English or Spanish. Call 561-323-0983 for support in Creole.
Email circleofmoms@hmhbpbc.org or use our contact page to reach us.

Our office is open Monday through Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm.
If you are in distress outside of our hours and need immediate assistance, please call the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 1-833-TLC-MAMA. If you are in a crisis, please call 9-8-8.

Thank you to our funders:

Health Care District of Palm Beach County, Henry Nias Foundation, Inspirational Futures Foundation, Quantum Foundation, and Town of Palm Beach United Way