MATERNAL MENTAL HEALTH

1 in 3 moms in Utah experience depression or anxiety either during or after pregnancy. These emotional health changes can impact any parent, making it important to recognize that you’re not alone. By understanding these challenges, you can better support yourself or others going through similar experiences and access the help and care needed.

Check mental health regularly:

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1st Prenatal Visit

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2nd Trimester (at least once)

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3rd Trimester (at least once)

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1st Postpartum Visit (or 6 wk)

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6 and/or 12 mo. Postpartum

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3, 9, & 12 mo. Pediatric Visits

YoMingo App: Resources

The app offers information on mental wellness, prenatal care, labor and birth, postpartum care, breastfeeding, formula feeding, and newborn care.

Did you know? You can apply for the University of Utah’s free 8-week program for extra support and guidance.
(Reference the box below for details.)

U of U: 8-week Program

Maternal Mental Health Access (MaMa) Study is an online program sponsored by the University of Utah Health via the YoMingo app so you can attend from home.

The program has no cost for those who qualify and was created for women at risk of postpartum depression.

MaMa Study Information