Mercy Clinic Perinatal Substance Use Recovery - St. Louis Tower B

What Is Perinatal Substance Use?

Perinatal substance use occurs when a woman uses or develops a dependency on substances like alcohol, tobacco or drugs during pregnancy or up to a year after giving birth. Using substances during this time impacts the health of mothers and their babies. If you’re pregnant or caring for a baby and substance use is affecting your life, Mercy Clinic Perinatal Substance Use Recovery offers compassionate care.

Our team includes experts in maternal-fetal medicine, psychiatry and substance use. Bringing these specialists together gives you and your baby a single resource for support. Our nurses and social workers guide you to the right care.

The BRAVE Program Offers Help and Hope

Building Recovery, Advocacy, Validation and Empowerment (BRAVE) is a Mercy program that provides compassionate care for pregnant and postpartum women who are in substance use recovery. The BRAVE program is a safe and inclusive space to build a healthy future for you and your baby.

BRAVE is for Missouri women who are pregnant or recently had a baby (up to one year postpartum) and have a substance use concern. Conditions we treat include:

• Substance use disorder, such as having a dependency on alcohol, tobacco or other substances
• Mental health conditions, such as depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or PTSD
• Pregnancy health issues, such as diabetes, high blood pressure or hepatitis
• Infant conditions, such as birth defects, genetic conditions or growth issues

How Much Does the Program Cost?

Mercy bills your health plan for specialist visits and other care. All health plans and self-pay are accepted.

How Do I Get Started?

To enroll in the BRAVE program, complete our enrollment form or call the clinic at 314-251-1260.

At Mercy, we understand that recovery takes courage. Enrolling in the BRAVE program is your first step toward a healthier future.