Community resources
It may not take a village to raise a baby, but it does take plenty of support, encouragement, and community. At Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula’s Family Birth Center, you can build relationships with people who understand what you’re experiencing. From new parent groups to childbirth and breastfeeding classes, our community offerings are an excellent way for you to build your support network.
Resources for pregnancy, birth and after delivery
Having a baby is a joyous experience that comes with significant challenges related to new routines, changes in roles and relationships, emotional struggles, and more. We can help you find:
- Community resources [PDF] – Lactation support, new parent groups, mental health resources, and resources for fathers
- Parenting Connection – Parenting classes, support groups, doula services, and postpartum helpline
- Birth Network of Monterey County – Options in birthing, early parenting, and local birthworkers and care providers
- Kweens’ Kounsel – Dedicated to empowering and supporting Black families in Monterey County by creating a community of culturally competent birthing resources. For information, email kweenskounsel@gmail.com
Mental fitness before and after pregnancy
Pregnancy and the postpartum period affect everyone differently. These times can be joyful, challenging, and confusing all at once. Invite your support people to join you at mental health workshops as you embark on the pregnancy and postpartum journey. Designed to help you thrive and build optimal mental fitness, our classes include:
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Mental fitness during pregnancy
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Mental fitness during postpartum
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Navigating fatherhood with a baby
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Raising resilient babies
If you need support, we encourage you to reach out to the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
