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Millie Maternity Clinic Delivers Promising Outcomes with Midwifery-Led, Tech-Enabled Model

by Jasmine Pennic 06/18/2024 Leave a Comment

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Millie Maternity Clinic Delivers Promising Outcomes with Midwifery-Led, Tech-Enabled Model

What You Should Know: 

– Millie, a modern maternity clinic, revealed promising maternal health outcomes from the first cohort of more than 150 births from its hybrid model that combines midwifery-led care, doulas, and OB-GYN support 

Millie’s unique hybrid model, combining midwifery-led care, doula support, and OB-GYN collaboration, is showing significant improvements in maternal and newborn health, while also offering a cost-effective and accessible solution for expectant mothers.

Improved Maternal and Infant Health Outcomes

Millie’s first cohort of over 150 births paints a promising picture:

  • Reduced C-Section Rates: Compared to national averages, Millie boasts a 17.5% lower C-section rate overall, with even better results for Black mothers (a staggering 64.2% reduction).
  • Fewer Premature Births: Millie’s model significantly reduces preterm births (71.3% lower overall and 60.2% lower for Black mothers) compared to national statistics.
  • Lower Low Birthweight Rates: Millie reports a 57% decrease in low birthweight babies compared to national averages.
  • Improved Postpartum Mental Health: Utilizing a comprehensive app with educational resources, classes, and peer support groups, Millie helped 66.67% of mothers experiencing anxiety or depression at intake achieve remission by the end of their postpartum care.

Technology for Enhanced Care and Risk Management

Millie leverages technology to empower patients and improve care delivery:

  • Engaged Patients: Over 93% of Millie patients actively use their app, completing regular health screenings and blood pressure readings.
  • Early Detection: This app-based approach has proven successful in preventing complications. Millie identified and addressed 8 potentially critical hypertension cases before they escalated.

Cost-Effective Care and Addressing Maternity Deserts

Millie’s midwifery-led model, suitable for over 80% of pregnancies, offers a cost-effective alternative, potentially reducing per-patient delivery costs by 40%. This is particularly crucial as maternity ward closures become increasingly common. Millie’s in-network status with various insurance plans allows them to operate in these underserved areas, offering vital maternity care access to millions currently facing “maternity deserts.”

“Millie was inspired by my own near-miss following the birth of my daughter. We set out to build a better model that helps close gaps in care for expecting families, and that can also provide a viable solution as the U.S. maternal health crisis unfolds amidst provider shortages,” said Anu Sharma, Founder & CEO of Millie. “At Millie, we are profoundly committed to improving maternal healthcare outcomes, delivering viable economics. We’re on track to deliver our 500 babies by the end of the year, which is a testament to the trust women have in us and the strong model we’ve created.”

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