Jane Honikman, M.S. began her career in maternal mental health in 1977. She co-founded Postpartum Education for Parents (PEP). Jane’s long history in the maternal mental health field continued as she received a grant to study the Growth and Dynamics of Postpartum Support Groups. She also continued her work as Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Birth Resource Center (1984) and founded Postpartum Support International after organizing a conference on Women’s Mental Health Following Childbirth. She has authored many articles and educational materials on postpartum issues and how to start community support networks. In 2012, “I’m Listening”, was adapted by the humanitarian organization CARE as a Facilitators Guide for use in Bangladesh.
