Maternal, Fetal and Infant Mortality Review (MFIMR) Panel

Bereavement Resources

• CDC Stillbirth page

Support Groups

• Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Resource List (PDF)
• or call your local hospital or healthcare provider for a grief support group in your area.

***The following Internet web sites are listed for your convenience. This is not all-inclusive, nor should it be considered an endorsement of the accuracy of, or support for, the information/views expressed in each site. ***

Individual Support

• 211 Maine – free, confidential information and referral service that connects people of all ages across Maine to local services.
• National Maternal Mental Health Hotline – call 1-833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262)
• Postpartum Support International Hotline – call 1-800-944-4PPD (1-800-944-4773)

Prevention Resources

• Count the Kicks – tool of daily monitoring in the third trimester of pregnancy.
• Cradle ME – Maine’s Support System for All Birthing Families – a referral program that connects Maine families to free services to support during pregnancy, postpartum and beyond to support parents/caregivers and their babies.
• Help Me Grow – free information line linking Maine families and professionals to information about child development, pregnancy, and community resources for children up to age 8 years old.
• March of Dimes – national nonprofit organization for pregnancy and infant health with many available resources to support families.

For Information Contact:
Meghan Henshall, MFIMR Coordinator
tel: 207-287-5357 e-mail: mfimr.cdc@maine.gov
or mail at: 286 Water St, 7^th Floor, Augusta, ME 04330
TTY: Maine relay 711

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