SimpliFed

With maternal mortality rates and staffing shortages on the rise, so is the need to better support prenatal and postpartum patients. One area that is often overlooked yet causes extreme stress and anxiety for families is baby feeding. Enter SimpliFed: A one-of-its kind, virtual maternal platform for lactation and baby feeding support. At SimpliFed we encourage patients to engage with us early and often, in most cases starting at 28 weeks. By offering 6 or more virtual 1:1 appointments with our providers as well as 24/7 access to our care navigators or “allies” for ongoing support, each family is delivered a tailored care package based on their needs. And it’s because of the emphasis on quality care, that we’ve seen impressive results: -97% of our parents say they feel less stressed after meeting with our providers -87% of our patients feed with breastmilk for at least 3 months (national average is 69%) -2.6% ER utilization rate (national average is 7.6%) -96% patient satisfaction score (NPS) for our providers -2% appointment no show rate Want to see how we do it? https://lnkd.in/gHG5CzUE

Thank you, thank you CNN and Danielle Wiener-Bronner for highlighting SimpliFed and Andrea Ippolito. We are so thrilled our work, and the work of other Women's Health companies, is getting the attention it deserves. The market opportunity for postpartum services is huge! And the time is now for us to close the massive healthcare gap women face after delivery. As Andrea says in the article: “Over the last decade, there’s finally been this recognition … that women’s health has been dramatically underserved.” But there is still work to do. We know breastfeeding can be HARD! We cannot change that. But we, and many others, are here to change how we support patients WHEN it's hard. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gzn5RpQv #womenshealth #breastfeedingsupport #maternalhealthcare

At SimpliFed there are a few things we know to be true: 1. Baby feeding is a no days, no nights off job 2. Baby feeding is not meant to be done without help or support 3. Our nationally accredited team of lactation consultants (like Bri!) are ready, willing and able to be the village we all deserve No matter how you celebrate this Holiday season, know SimpliFed is on your side.

Did you know SimpliFed offers virtual blood pressure monitoring? Studies show perinatal hypertension is on the rise, but that's not the only reason we monitor our patients. Our model of longitudinal support means patients are more apt to listen and engage in their care plans. Did you also know that delivery with hypertension can cost health plans nearly 5K more than an uncomplicated delivery. SimpliFed is taking a new look on caring for and monitoring high-risk pregnancy and postpartum complications. Read our latest blog and learn how we're helping combat the prevalence of hypertension, saving health systems money, and changing outcomes along the way. #perinatalhypertension #maternalhealth #pregnancy #postpartum https://lnkd.in/ggbsRA5B

Andrea Ippolito recently sat down with the team at Second Opinion Media to discuss all things SimpliFed, how her team is navigating women's health and the growing importance of private sector solutions to help fill in healthcare gaps. #womenshealth #womenshealthinnovation Watch/listen in the link below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/gxSuQDGM

This latest JAMA Network Health Systems & Recruitment study has us thinking. One of the study's takeaways: the prevalence of PPD increased with higher pre pregnancy body mass index, highlighting the importance of considering maternal health factors in PPD risk assessment. Our takeaway: It's time to rethink not just how frequently we perform mental health screenings on patients during the pregnancy and postpartum period, but HOW we screen them as well. It's true the number of screenings that increase during this period could account for the increase in cases, but we've not yet accounted for rising comorbidities and their effects on maternal mental health. That's why we're changing the model. Read the study below and let us know what you think! https://lnkd.in/gVAbF6tF

The United States Preventative Services Task Force recently asked for public comments on their latest update. They left breastfeeding support at a B, stating there was adequate evidence that support and interventions help with breastfeeding rates and duration. Of course we agree. But there were a few parts of the study and report that we think are important to discuss. 1. The caregiver’s mental and physical health related to breastfeeding. There are studies that report sudden and unexpected weaning can be a trigger for perinatal anxiety and mood disorders 2. The longitudinal nature of breastfeeding support with access to lactation consultants during significant milestones that allows us to screen and connect to care quickly and efficiently. We influence broader maternal health outcomes and also support through massive transitions like returning to work – a huge reason why caregivers stop breastfeeding 3. Early education and prenatal support. At SimpliFed we see a much bigger adoption rate when families are prepared 4. A lactation consultant’s viewpoint as the providers through pregnancy and postpartum highs and lows. We see our patients through it all, and because of that can uniquely care for them. Take a look at the report here and let us know what you think: https://lnkd.in/gY_zhBd4

Thank you Allison Esenkova! We're honored by your support.

March of Dimes latest report gives the US a D+ grade for preterm birth. Most interesting to us were these preterm birth rates: 23% of pregnant persons with hypertension 28% of pregnant persons with diabetes But it doesn't have to be this way! We've seen time and time again, consistent, preventative care can help combat these growing comorbidities. Even more so, layering in virtual options since our maternity care deserts are growing at an equally alarming rate.

A new blood test that can predict preterm birth is a massive innovative win for maternal health. It also is more proof that understanding, identifying and monitoring rising risk patients is key to healthy, happy outcomes. By focusing on preventative services, we all win. We were so excited to read more about PreTRM's blood test. Check out the TIME piece below👇 https://lnkd.in/gcZJJDWA