Mental Health on Mother's Day - Old Towne Counseling Services
- Veronica Meynard
- 5 hours ago
- 1 min read
May is significant for Mother’s Day. It’s the time of the month when we honor mother figures with gifts of appreciation like cards, flowers or jewelry. Since the early 20th century, Mother’s Day has been grounded in the fight for peace and appreciation. Mother’s Day was created to honor and account for a mother’s sacrifices, nurturing roles, and unconditional love.
Mothers and mother figures are considered pillars of strength and resilience, shouldering emotional burdens with a smile to ensure that their children and families thrive. Yet, beneath this coating of armor, there are some mothers who grapple with their own mental health challenges. The responsibilities of motherhood can sometimes amplify these struggles, making it essential to support their well-being with as much commitment as they care for ours.
This Mother’s Day let’s commit to being more mindful and supportive of the mental health needs of every mother and mother figure we encounter, be they colleagues, family members, friends, clients or strangers. Let’s honor them not only with flowers and cards but with meaningful support:
Offer practical help: bring meals, watch the children, or help with chores.
Ask how she is doing and listen without judgment.
Encourage her to seek professional support if needed.
Support and Resources:
National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: Call or text 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) for 24/7 support in over 60 languages.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 for immediate help.
Support Groups: Postpartum Support International offers resources and free online support groups.
Treatment: Licensed clinicians provide therapy and medicine to help mothers recover.
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