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• that every mother is doing her best

• that every person who reaches out to us is courageous

• that postpartum mood disorders are real

• that postpartum mood disorders may be destructive and sometimes deadly

• that postpartum mood disorders can be treated

• that empathy, compassion, advocacy, and education are powerful tools to support families afflicted by postpartum mood disorders

• that the path of motherhood looks different for everyone and that we can support mothers and families who need help acclimating to new roles

• that mothers and families can learn to enjoy their new roles

• in the power of community to provide support for mothers and their families in times of hardship caused by postpartum mood disorders