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New research from Pitt helps predict depression during pregnancy, bringing faster help
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have developed a way to identify those who will likely develop postpartum depression.
50 years after opening, Pittsburgh’s Women’s Center & Shelter remains a powerful resource for anyone facing domestic abuse
Whether you are trying to figure out if your relationship is abusive, you are fleeing danger or anywhere in between, Molinaro says, “we are here to offer help and hope.”
Hey Mom: I see you there. And I know it isn’t always easy.
Raising young kids? This essay from the Thinking Branch’s Brea Schmidt may help you feel seen.
This free Pittsburgh-area postpartum support group is here for you — and has been for decades
Looking for postpartum support in Pittsburgh? Storkbites is here for you.
Mental health support for teens: What’s available and where to find it in the Pittsburgh area
Check out our guide to teen mental health support in the Pittsburgh area.
These local school districts are using $10 million to offer mental health support
Additional mental health support is coming via the SEEKS SES program.
Kids and comparison: We can’t shield them from it, but we can do THIS
Kids will always get compared to others. But parents can make sure they have plenty of room to develop exactly who they are.
What families need to know about ‘eggshell parenting’
Parenting isn’t easy, and ‘eggshell parenting’ happens. Learning self-regulation can help.
#bethekindkid Kindness in Action campaign begins this week
Your child may have a chance to #bethekindkid through this new kindness campaign.
Urgent care for mental health: UPMC Children’s opens behavioral health walk-in clinic for kids/teens
New resource for kids’ and teens’ mental health in our community. Details here.
Amber Edmunds is dedicated to uplifting Black mothers in Pittsburgh. This is her story.
This personal essay explores the experiences and resilience of Black mothers in Pittsburgh. Don’t miss it.
How is teen mental health being addressed in Pittsburgh? New NY Times report has eye-opening answers
Check out this close-up look at how caregivers support teen mental health in Pittsburgh.
YBMKQ unveils plans for a new community center in Penn Hills
YBMKQ is ready to create a safe and empowering community hub.
How can teens find hope when they’re struggling? These ideas can help.
Thoughts from the Surgeon General (and a caring mom) to support teen mental health.
Powerful mental health advice (and grant funding) from Pittsburgh Marathon competitor Greg Nance
Mental health advice and encouragement from ultramarathoner Greg Nance.
What is a grounding kit? Learn how to make this tool that can help with emotional regulation.
Grounding kits are a great resource to keep on hand for situations in which a person needs relief from stress, anxiety, or both.
At Café Momentum, teens learn lessons in restauranteering — and life.
Photo above courtesy of Café Momentum. We’ve heard a lot about the uptick in violence among young people in the Pittsburgh region recently including shootings and fights in all kinds […]
New encouragement cards are here from Fred Rogers Productions and The Mentoring Partnership
Image above courtesy of Fred Rogers Productions and The Mentoring Partnership The legacy of Fred Rogers has transformed the entire city of Pittsburgh for generations — especially for its youngest […]
It’s not just about the kids: 5 expert tips for parents on navigating holiday stress and sadness
Holiday stress and sadness can make this season feel less than jolly. This advice may help.
The Rachel Carson EcoVillage will bring sustainable living and a shared mission to the North Hills
The Rachel Carson EcoVillage “will offer easy connections with neighbors without sacrificing the privacy of our own home and yard.”