Nurturing the Mental Health of Mothers—Before, During, and After Pregnancy
From infertility and pregnancy to postpartum and beyond, Backpack Healthcare is here to support moms with compassionate, evidence-based therapy and psychiatry services—wherever you are in your journey.
Why Maternal Mental Health Matters
Up to 20% of new mothers
experience postpartum depression or anxiety
75% of those affected
do not receive treatment
Early support
improves outcomes for both mom and baby
How Backpack Supports Moms
Personalized Mental Health Care at Every Stage
Pregnancy Support:
- Managing mood swings, anxiety, and sleep changes
- Support for high-risk or complicated pregnancies
- Grief support for pregnancy loss, miscarriage, and infertility
Postpartum Support:
- Therapy and psychiatry for postpartum depression, anxiety, or trauma
- Medication management and holistic care planning
- Support for bonding and attachment challenges, intrusive thoughts, and navigating emotional shifts in early parenthood
- Navigating new roles of being a mother and balancing adjustments in family dynamics
Ongoing Support for Moms:
- Adjusting to motherhood and identity shifts
- Managing relationships, burnout, and self-care
- Support for parents of children with special needs
Virtual appointments can ease the scheduling burden of in-person visits by offering convenient options during nap time, early mornings, or late evenings. This flexibility supports new moms who are balancing multiple in-person doctor appointments, ensuring they can receive care in the comfort of their own home without added stress.
Our Approach
Whole-Person, Family-Inclusive Mental Health Care
- Trauma-informed and compassionate
- Therapy and psychiatry options
- Care tailored to your parenting stage
- Grief-informed care for mothers navigating loss, including miscarriages and stillbirth losses
- Bilingual and culturally competent providers available
- HIPAA-compliant virtual platform with flexible access
Getting Started Is Easy
1. Request an Appointment
Fill out our quick intake form
2. Get Matched
We’ll connect you with a therapist or psychiatric provider
3. Start Healing
Begin care from the comfort of your home
FAQs
1) Do I need a diagnosis to get started?
- No. If you’re struggling, we’re here to help—no diagnosis required to begin care.
2) Can I access psychiatry or medication if needed?
- Yes. Our licensed psychiatric providers can support you with medication management if appropriate.
3) Is this service covered by insurance?
- Yes, we accept most major insurances and Medicaid in select states.
4) Can I continue therapy after the postpartum period?
- Absolutely. We offer long-term support for moms at any stage.
Motherhood is tough—but you don’t have to do it alone.