Louisiana’s Maternal Mental Health Campaign

TLC Moms...You Deserve TLC

Feeling overwhelmed by welcoming a new baby? Too many mothers and families are not receiving the care they need when they need it. TLC Moms, a Louisiana Department of Health initiative, offers support, resources and a path to mental and emotional wellness for moms, families and caregivers facing pregnancy or postpartum depression and anxiety.

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About TLC Moms

Louisiana moms, families and caregivers, we're here for you!

TLC Moms – for Talking, Listening and Caring – is an initiative of the Louisiana Department of Health's Office of Women's Health and Community Health (OWHCH). Established in June 2022 by a bill passed by the Louisiana Legislature and signed by Governor John Bel Edwards, OWHCH prioritizes improving women's health outcomes throughout the state. This includes integrating mental health into the physical health of mothers and their babies and understanding that moms’ voices matter.

Encouraging the power of talking, listening and caring, TLC Moms embodies this commitment by providing resources and support for those navigating the emotional ups and downs of parenthood, from expectant mothers to those caring for newborns. If you or someone you know are experiencing depression or anxiety related to pregnancy or a recent birth, TLC Moms can help you mentally and emotionally on your parenting journey.

What is Perinatal Depression?

Perinatal depression includes depression that occurs during pregnancy and in the weeks after childbirth. Most episodes of perinatal depression begin within four to eight weeks after the baby is born.

Perinatal mood and anxiety disorders are among the most common complications that occur in pregnancy or in the first 12 months after delivery. Approximately 20% of women experience clinical depression during and/or after pregnancy. Up to 1 in 5 women experience a perinatal mental health disorder like perinatal depression.

Signs and Symptoms of Perinatal Depression

Messages for Moms

Messages for Families and Caregivers

Resources for Moms, Families and Caregivers

Resources for Healthcare Providers

Be a TLC Moms Champion!

Share our resources, talk openly about maternal mental health and help us create a nurturing and supportive space for mothers and those caring for moms and babies. Here is how you can get involved:

  • Promote the TLC Moms campaign and its resources to families and providers in your community.
  • Link to our campaign webpage at https://ldh.la.gov/TLCMoms.
  • Share your local community resources with us at OWHCH@la.gov.