PPP Project

Our Purpose: Establish a comprehensive initiative ​focused on year-round awareness and education ​about Perinatal & Postpartum Psychosis.

Our Vision: Create a supportive community that ​empowers and educates through various platforms ​and training programs.

Our Goals

About Us

Our mission at Cherished Mom is to transform the ​dialogue around Maternal Mental Health. We are ​committed to ending the stigma associated with ​Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) and ​enhancing awareness. We empower and support ​pregnant and postpartum women, families, and ​perinatal healthcare providers through innovative ​campaigns, educational programs, resources, and a ​nurturing community. Our leadership includes ​Kristina Dulaney and Teresa Twomey, who are both ​PPP survivors and survivor leaders. The PPP Project ​believes in the motto “Nothing about us without us.”

Definition and Severity:

Perinatal & Postpartum Psychosis (PPP) is a severe mental health condition that can affect a new ​mother during pregnancy, a perinatal loss, or in the postpartum period. Although a woman can ​have psychosis anytime during pregnancy or postpartum, it typically occurs shortly after ​childbirth. It is characterized by a break in reality, including hallucinations, delusions, and ​extreme confusion.

Prevalence of Postpartum Psychosis:

PP affects approximately 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 in the first few weeks after childbirth. Its impact ​is significant and requires immediate, informed intervention.

Symptoms:

Symptoms of PPP can develop suddenly and may include delusions or strange beliefs, ​hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that aren’t there), feeling very irritated, hyperactivity, ​decreased need for or inability to sleep, paranoia, and rapid mood swings. Due to the severity of ​the symptoms, PPP is considered a medical emergency.

Resources

Risk Factors:

Known Risk factors for PPP include a history of bipolar disorder or schizophrenia, a family history of mental illness, a previous psychotic episode, and recent significant stress. First-time mothers are also at a higher risk. ANYONE, despite not having an identified risk factor, may develop PPP.

Treatment ,Recovery & Outcomes:

• Treatment for PPP typically requires immediate medical intervention, including psychiatric care, medication, and sometimes hospitalization to ensure the safety of both the mother and the baby. With prompt and effective treatment, most women fully recover from PPP, though ongoing support and monitoring are important. More importantly, awareness and knowledge saves lives and prevents trauma and unfortunate outcomes.
  

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Bronze Sponsor ($2,500)

Logo placement on the campaign website.

Recognition in campaign-related press releases.

Social media acknowledgment.

Silver Sponsor ($5,000)

All benefits of the Bronze Sponsor.

Logo placement on physical and

digital campaign materials.

Social media acknowledgment twice a month.

Featured in one monthly newsletter.

Gold Sponsor ($10,000)

All benefits of the Silver Sponsor.

Prominent logo placement on main page of the ​campaign website and all event banners.

Opportunity to speak at campaign events.

Social media acknowledgment weekly.

Featured in all campaign newsletters.

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Community Partner

Small Businesses, Organizations, and MMH Influencers

Help us spread the word

Link to our campaign website

Share isMOMok? content on your social media channels

Recognition on the campaign website as a Community ​Partner.

Social media acknowledgment related to specific ​contributions.

Advocacy Partner

MMH Care Providers and National Organizations

All benefits of the Community Partner.

Logo placement on select campaign materials.

Inclusion in events and workshops.

Assist with Fundraising.

Features in campaign communications.

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Medical Disclaimer:

All information, content, and material on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to serve as a ​substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a qualified physician or healthcare provider.