Parent Care
Postpartum Wellness Check-in Fridge Card
Create a visual reminder of postpartum warning signs and supportive actions.
Ready right now 15 min Ages For parents 1–2 players Indoor
Self-awarenessEmotional regulationProactive copingMental health literacyAdvocacy
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Learning benefits
- 💡 This activity promotes proactive mental health management by providing a tangible, visible reminder of warning signs and coping strategies. It empowers parents to recognize when they might need support and streamlines access to their support network, fostering a sense of control and self-efficacy in managing postpartum well-being. It helps distinguish between normal baby blues and potential postpartum mood and anxiety disorders.
Safety notes
- ⚠️ This activity is not a substitute for professional medical or mental health care. If you are experiencing thoughts of self-harm or harming your baby, please seek immediate help by calling 911 in an emergency, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, or visiting your nearest emergency room. Postpartum Support International (PSI) offers a helpline at 1-800-944-4773 and online resources for support with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Discuss any persistent or worsening mental health concerns with your healthcare provider. • Ensure all materials used are safe and out of reach of infants and young children if they are not being actively supervised during the activity. • If involving a partner, do so in a way that feels supportive and non-judgmental to the parent.
Cleanup
- 🧹 Simply put away your pen/marker and discard any scrap paper. The fridge card itself is meant to be displayed.