09/16/2026
To all the mothers moving through the quiet months after baby arrives: we see you, and you donât have to carry it all alone. đ€
So much care and attention surrounds the early days of childbirth, but support shouldnât end after the initial weeks. The reality is that mental health challenges can surface much later, in fact, roughly 62% of maternal suicides occur between 43 days and 1 year after giving birth.
If you are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or disconnected months into your postpartum journey, please know this:
Your feelings are valid: Postpartum struggles donât have an expiration date.
It is not your fault: Experiencing mental health challenges is a medical condition, not a personal reflection of your love or capability as a parent.
You deserve care: The support you needed on day one is still support you deserve on day 300.
Need immediate support? Help is available:
đ Su***de & Crisis Lifeline: Call, google or text 988