On June 24 Women’s Birth & Wellness Center co-sponsored the Chapel Hill Climb Out of the Darkness walk to raise awareness and funds for perinatal mood disorders. The Climb brings people together all over the globe near the solstice (the longest, brightest day) to shine a light on a darkness we often don’t speak about. We shared stories of hope and celebrate recovery as we gather together to raise money, raise awareness and give a voice to those who no longer have one and walk together to symbolize our ‘Climb’ Out of the Darkness.

Fit4Mom Chapel Hill Carrboro hosted the event in Briar Chapel and together we raised $2,745 for the North Carolina offices of Postpartum Support International. It was a wonderful celebration of those who have survived perinatal mood disorders and in recognition of those currently battling. Thanks to those who shared their stories! For those currently struggling, WBWC hosts a Coping with Motherhood (link: https://ncbirthcenter.org/groups/coping-with-motherhood/)  support group on the first and third Thursdays of each month, 10:30 am – 12:00 noon at WBWC, in the Living Room (Suite 304). Email Nancy (nancy@ncbirthcenter.org) for more information.

WBWC is also a co-sponsor of the Durham Climb Out of the Darkness this Saturday, June 30 at the offices of Emerald Doulas – https://ncbirthcenter.org/event/climb-out-of-the-darkness-2/. Join us for a day of celebration for the many survivors in our community. Join us to shine light on the need for better information and better treatment for families with perinatal mood disorders. Join WBWC as a Climber or donate to our team at https://climb-out- 2018.causevox.com/WBWC-team.