jennifer mudd houghtaling postpartum depression foundation

Make a Difference

"As friends, family, associates, and professionals we are responsible for making sure that Jennifer's legacy brings light to an illness that is socially stigmatized, under researched, under funded and often denied as a real medical condition." - Tipper Gore (11/14/2002)

From sponsoring a Grand Rounds presentation at your hospital to sending a letter to your senator, there are so many ways you can make a difference. Join our Heroes and Supporters for their generous and courageous contributions.

Make a donation
Please use our Secure Donation Form to make a gift via
credit card. Alternatively, you can mail a check along with a completed Donation Form to the Foundation.
Volunteer your time
Your skills and time and are always needed! Please let us know at info@ppdchicago.org if you would like to help.
Sponsor a PPD Grand Rounds session at your hospital
Help bring PPD experts and specialists to your hospital to educate healthcare professionals about the latest information about diagnosing and treating PPD. Contact us to learn more!
Encourage your pediatrician to screen for PPD
Ask pediatricians to routinely screen the mothers of their patients for postpartum depression. Feel free to use the attached
Letter to Pediatricans.
Support legislative initiatives
Send a letter to your senator or representative asking for their support of current legislative initiatives that seek further understanding of and treatment for postpartum depression.
Learn more
Attend an educational forum or conference to meet healthcare professionals and others who can speak about PPD from various perspectives.