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Social work started back in the late 1800s when people began noticing how much poverty and inequality were affecting communities. One important part of that was the Settlement House Movement, where people worked directly in communities to provide support like education, childcare, and basic needs. People like Jane Addams were a big part of starting this kind of work, focusing on helping others and pushing for change on a deeper level. Over time, social work became more profe

By Patrece Hairston Peetz, PsyD, Executive Director, The Colorado Perinatal Mental Health Project Dear Birth Squad Community – As we watch the social and political events happening in our nation, in our streets, in our communities, we share the feelings of overwhelm, heartbreak, and deep uncertainty that many of you hold. At CO-PMHP, our mission remains focused on ensuring that mothers and birthing people in Colorado continue to receive support to manage and deal with perin

Let me be direct: the baby industry is designed to prey on your love, your fear, and your desire to do right by your child. And I'm here to tell you that resisting that pressure isn't just about saving money—it's about protecting our planet, building community, and remembering what babies actually need. Spoiler alert: it's not much.

By Patrece Hairston Peetz, PsyD 1) FIRST and foremost…take a BREATH. As much joy and fun as the holiday season can bring, it can also be an overwhelming experience. There is so much pressure to have the “right” type of celebrations with all the decorations, gatherings, purchasing of gifts/décor, and so on. Remember, that your holiday with your family and children is for YOU. You can be the architect of your own celebrations – design them in a way that feels affirming to you a