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

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

Did you know nearly 20% or 1 in?5?women are diagnosed with some form of perinatal mood and anxiety disorder (PMAD)? Did you also know that this increasing prevalence of PMAD in patients is causing a major financial strain on health systems? Read our blog in the link below on how SimpliFed is combatting this increase with consistent screening and helping our health system partners along the way. #maternalhealth #telehealth https://lnkd.in/gecn-G59

Take a listen as our CEO Andrea Ippolito shares how her experience building a family helped to shape how (and why!) she built her company. Thanks The Health Care Blog!

Thank you so much to Massachusetts Technology Collaborative for hosting tomorrow's session! If you are a health tech company looking to further advance your health equity mission, you have to check out the new Digital Health Sandbox Challenge! SimpliFed was so lucky to participate last year and it has played a pivotal role in implementing and scaling our work within the healthcare ecosystem! Also it is always a *DREAM* to share a panel and spend time with Jannine Versi who is such a leader in the women's health arena!

Thank you Digital Medicine Society (DiMe) and V1C Coalition by DiMe for awarding SimpliFed with the DiME Seal! And thank you for snapping this picture for us of Andrea Ippolito at HLTH Inc.! #maternalhealth