Redcross Health Chat
For people without a residence permit, the Redcross Health Chat offers a low-threshold way to receive health advice. The advice is free and anonymous. Questions are handled by healthcare professionals.
German & 5 other languages 
Periparto Switzerland: Mental Health Around Childbirth
Periparto Switzerland supports families in mental health crises around childbirth. About 23,000 parents in Switzerland are affected each year. Founded in 2006 from a self-help group, run with heart by people with lived experience and specialists.
Languages
German, English, French, Italian
- For mothers, fathers and families during pregnancy and in the first year after birth.
- You are not alone: here, you are supported by people who have experienced a crisis around childbirth themselves.
- Referral to specialised help: we help you find the right professional near you.
- Mentoring programme: a mentor with personal experience is there for you.
- Discussion groups: a safe space to exchange with others who have been through similar experiences.
- For professionals: training, information and networking so that families receive good support.
- Website in German, French, Italian and English
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German & 18 other languages
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