PSI's The Climb

Birth doesn't always go the way we hope. And if yours left you carrying pain, fear, or grief, that experience is real and it is valid.

This week, and always, we see you. We are here for you. And you don't have to carry it alone 💙

You are not alone, and help is available.
🔵 Call or text the PSI HelpLine: 800-944-4773
🔵 Call or text the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline: 1-833-852-6262
🔵 In a crisis situation, call or text the National Su***de & Crisis Hotline: 988
🔵 Visit Postpartum.net for free support programs & resources

The Climb is how PSI comes to communities across the country, and there are three ways for you to be part of it 🏔️☀️

1️⃣ Lead a Climb
Want to bring The Climb to your area? Become a Climb Leader and help organize an event where you live. Fall Climb Leader applications are due July 15, so don't wait! Submit your application today at hub.theclimbpsi.org!

2️⃣ Join a Climb
Find a Climb near you and join in the fun! Every Climb is family-friendly and FREE to attend. Fundraise and help spread awareness for perinatal mental health, and if you raise $100 by August 15, you'll earn this year's Climb T-shirt. 👕 Find a Climb near you on the Climb Map at https://loom.ly/fgB4hF0

3️⃣ Become a Community Partner
Sponsor a Climb through a monetary or in-kind donation and help power this work in your community. Find a Climb near you on the Climb Map and contact the Climb Leaders to learn how you can support their event!

However you choose to get involved, you're helping make sure no parent feels alone in their perinatal mental health journey 💙

Got questions about leading a Climb? We've got answers! Swipe through to learn about training, co-leaders, fundraising, and more!

Make a difference in your community and lead a Climb 💙 You have until July 15 to apply to be a Fall Climb Leader! ⛰️☀️

🔗 Start your Climb Leader Application at hub.theclimbpsi.org. The clock is ticking; submit your application by July 15!
📩 Still have unanswered questions? Email the Climb Staff at [email protected].

🔵 Take What You Need, Leave What You Don't 🔵

At Climb events, we invite attendees to pause and get honest with themselves. What feelings have you been carrying that are no longer serving you?

Here's how it works:
📝 Write down what's taking up space...feelings like guilt, anger, sadness, anxiety, or overwhelm.
🗑️ Let it go (crumple it, toss it, release it)
💙 Take a sticker with a feeling you want more of: hope, strength, community, love, purpose, and friendship are just a few of the options
🚶 Move forward, lighter

It's a small act, but it's powerful. Part of healing is making room by releasing what's weighing you down 💙

Ready to get involved with The Climb?
📍 Find a Climb near you: https://loom.ly/fgB4hF0
🌟 Want to bring The Climb to your community? Apply to be a Fall Climb Leader by July 15 at hub.theclimbpsi.org!