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Postpartum Support International (PSI) was founded in 1987 by Jane Honikman. The purpose of the organization is to increase awareness among public and professional communities about the emotional changes that individuals and families experience during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. PSI has members all over the world, including volunteer coordinators in every one of the United States and in 50+ countries. PSI disseminates information and resources through its volunteer coordinators, website, DVD, and annual conference. Its goal is to provide current information, resources, education, and to advocate for further research and legislation to support perinatal mental health.

Birth Arts International was originally founded in 2000 by Demetria Clark as the Green Mountain Doula Guild. Since then the organization has expanded and grown into Birth Arts International. We have gone from a regional body to one that is working on a international level, offering extensive doula, postpartum doula and advanced doula trainings.

Lamaze International is a global nonprofit that certifies Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educators (LCCEs) and advances evidence-based childbirth education for families worldwide. We support childbirth educators through certification, continuing education, practical teaching resources, and a global professional community. Follow Lamaze for childbirth education research, professional resources, certification updates, and continuing education opportunities for perinatal professionals.