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DePaul's Infant Empowerment and Education Program (DIEEP)

DIEEP is an initiative by DePaul Community Health Centers, supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA). DIEEP is dedicated to promoting maternal health, breastfeeding support, and increasing awareness of mental health concerns to address the maternal health crisis effectively.

Men’s postpartum mental health is oftenScreenshot 2026-06-19 154212 overlooked, but new fathers can experience postpartum depression, anxiety and other mental health challenges during the transition to parenthood. This Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, learn why recognizing the signs, reducing stigma and connecting families to support is so important for the well-being of both parents and children. 

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International Rest, Repair & Resistance Day, observed annually on July 22 during Black Maternal Mental Health Week, is dedicated to honoring the right of Black mothers and families to rest, heal, and thrive. Created by The Shades of Blue Project, the day serves as a call to support maternal well-being, promote healing, and advocate for systems that better serve Black mothers and communities. Make the commitment today!

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DePaul's Infant Empowerment & Education Program and its website are supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). There were nine awards made for a total award amount of $22,363,205 nationwide. Marillac Community Health Centers received an award of $2,500,000 over a 5 year period (2022-2027). The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.

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