International Perinatal Support with Johanna of Afloat
Episode 71 - February 3rd, 2022
You deserve support.
In this episode, we hear from Johanna who works with the growing imitative of Afloat to support people in their perinatal time. From fertility to parenting and the path in between, Afloat was born out of a need in the international community to find support.
Tangents Include:
- Postpartum mood and anxiety disorders
- Postpartum depression
- PMADS risk factors
- Increased risk for international people
- Value of connection in perinatal time
- Preventative support
- Support as a part of treatment
- Lack of system for mental health support
- Emergency support phone number
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Partners of pregnant people support
What is Afloat?
Based out of Heidelberg, Afloat is a non-profit organization that offers support to international pregnant and new mothers across Germany through the ups and downs of motherhood.
We provide support groups, information and resources, and educational events, with a special focus on maternal mental health. Our goal is to help international mothers stay afloat, and feel supported through pregnancy and beyond.
Afloat’s Webpage and Afloat Support Groups
Afloat’s warmline can be reached via our website or by calling 0176 45911741
Postpartum Support International website
Postpartum Support International’s (PSI) Crisis Line 1.800.944.4773
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