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Maternal and Child Health Bureau (MCHB)

5600 Fishers Lane
Rockville, MD 20857

(833) 943-5746

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Contact Information

Main
(833) 943-5746
Toll-Free
(833) 943-5746

Who We Are

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides free, confidential support before, during, and after pregnancy. The Hotline offers callers:

  • Phone or text access to professional counselors;
  • Real-time support and information;
  • Response within a few minutes, 24 hours a day, seven days a week;
  • Resources;
  • Referrals to local and telehealth providers and support groups;
  • Culturally sensitive support;
  • Counselors who speak English and Spanish;
  • Interpreter services in 60 languages.
  • For more information, visit the Frequently Asked Questions page on the website. 

The National Maternal Mental Health Hotline is not a crisis line. For suicidal crisis help, contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 or after July 16, 2022 by dialing 9-8-8.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
,
Spanish
,
French
,
Multi-Lingual
,
Call if translation is needed
Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Family
Yes
Other Eligibility Criteria
The hotline serves pregnant and new mothers.

Available 24/7
Yes

Intake Process
Call or text the hotline in English or Spanish. Additional language translation is available upon request.
Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Telephone
(833) 943-5746

Report Problems
Call the Agency