Local, National & Other Resources
Grief & Loss
- Family Support – Services offered through Montana University System’s Benefits - The Standard’s Life Services Toolkit
- First Candle phone support: Grief Counselors are available 24/7 at 1-800-221-7437
Lactation/Breastfeeding
- Bozeman Health Family Birth Center – pre-natal breastfeeding classes, childbirth education classes, sibling/what about me? classes and Breastfeeding Support Group; most at no fee classes usually scheduled once a month, registration is required. Classes and meetings held at Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital at 915 Highland Boulevard in Bozeman. For more information or questions vistit website or call 406-414-1644.
- Montana WIC Breastfeeding Support Group – Free breastfeeding classes designed to help new mothers establish and maintain a breastfeeding routine. Classes held at the Gallatin City-County Health Department located at 215 W. Mendenhall in Bozeman. To register for a class, or for more information, please call 406-582-3100.
Perinatal Mental Health Issues
- The Postpartum Support-Gallatin County - includes helpful links, resources, & book suggestions
- Postpartum Support International
Social Activities/Events for Families
- Moms Club of Bozeman/Belgrade – dedicated to offering daytime support to Gallatin Valley moms through weekly playgroups, field trips, kid’s crafts, hiking, mom’s nigh out, and more.
- City of Bozeman Recreational Services
- City of Bozeman Parks
- Bozeman Public Library
Social Events & Support Groups
- Facebook group - Young Moms of Bozeman and Belgrade This group is for young moms and moms wanting to connect with other moms in similar life situations here in the Bozeman and Belgrade area. Members are free to ask questions, set up play dates and invite people to meet.
- Montana Parent - Blogs
Postpartum Support Groups & Resources
- Postpartum Support Group in Montana and Bozeman - This page lists the PSI Support Coordinators and other area resources such as groups, telephone support, and reliable services that are available for no charge. We also list local events, trainings, and volunteer opportunities.
- Postpartum Support International (PSI) (PSI) PPD Helpline (not a 24-hour hotline): 1-800-944-4773
- National Postpartum Depression Hotline: 1-800-PPD-MOMS
- The Postpartum Husband: Practical Solutions for Living with Postpartum Depression, by Karen Kleiman, MSW