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When to Use Help Lines (A Non-Scary Guide)

988, PSI, poison control, maternal mental health — who to call for what.

By Kind Cradle Editors · · 5 min read

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Please note: Educational content only — not medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician or OB-GYN. In an emergency, call emergency services. Full disclaimer

Help lines exist because parenting is heavy. Calling is responsible, not dramatic.

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911 for immediate danger. 988 for mental health crisis. PSI and the National Maternal Mental Health Hotline for postpartum support. Poison Control for exposures.

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Use our ZIP finder on the Help page for lactation, doulas, and therapists via Maps deep-links — we never invent local phone numbers.

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