The Ellen Story Commission on Postpartum Depression
A Massachusetts Special Legislative Commission
Events
The PPD Commission will hold a virtual quarterly meeting on February 15, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. Details are available on the Meetings page.
February 2023
December 2022
The PPD Commission met virtually for a supplemental meeting on December 14, 2022. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
October 2022
October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. The trauma and grief surrounding miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss have long-lasting mental health implications for parents. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@ppdcommission) for related information and events.
The PPD Commission held its quarterly meeting virtually on October 27, 2022. A recording is available on the Meetings page.
September 2022
September is Maternal Suicide Awareness Month. Suicide and overdose are a leading cause of death for individuals during pregnancy and first year postpartum. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram (@ppdcommission) for related information and events.
May 2022
Our 7th annual Awareness Day took place virtually on May 17, 2022. Check out the program below!
View the recording of the event by clicking here.
Opening Remarks - 4:00-20:23
MCPAP for Moms and PSI-MA -
20:23-1:09:42
Out of Hospital Birth Care Model -
1:16:07-1:58:50
Screening and Uplifting Fathers -
2:05:33-2:48:50
Closing Remarks - 2:48:50-2:57:35
