Hey there! Have you ever wondered how Millie came to life? Let me share the story behind it, a journey that feels like a heart-to-heart among friends.
Meet Jamie
Meet Jamie, our fearless CEO, who hails from a family of doctors. With her background in healthcare, she thought she was prepared for the twists and turns of the US maternity care system. But after a harrowing experience where she found herself in the ER with serious complications like HELLP syndrome and postpartum preeclampsia just 36 hours after being sent home, she realized how broken the system truly was. Jamie had to take charge and figure out how to ask for help amid the chaos.
As she lay in the CT scanner, two thoughts hit her: she felt immense gratitude for the doctors who were advocating for her, but simultaneously recognized that this whole maternity care experience was fundamentally flawed. After a long labor, an unexpected C-section, and being labeled “high-risk,” Jamie was sent home with generic instructions to come back in six weeks for a postpartum check-up. No one would follow up with her in the meantime.
A Spark of Inspiration
Once she and her newborn were out of the woods, Jamie reached out to her midwife, Mia, to dissect what went wrong and to ask, “If you could design the ideal care for birthing people during pregnancy and postpartum, what would that look like?”
That moment sparked a fire. Jamie and Mia began brainstorming their vision for a better maternity care system. They were determined to not just create another telemedicine platform but to make real changes from within. As both Jamie and Mia felt disempowered by the long wait for care and the brief, one-size-fits-all appointments, they wanted to build a supportive environment that truly catered to the needs of new parents.
Building the Team
In their quest for a better solution, they teamed up with Alex, a brilliant healthcare engineer who had also faced her own struggles during her perinatal journey. Together, they set out to create a maternity clinic that truly understands and addresses the needs of birthing people.
By gathering insights from patients, families, midwives, OB-GYNs, and health systems, the Millie care model took shape. It combines modern maternity care with cultural competence and tech integration, transforming their vision into a real, physical space.
Resources for At-Home Insemination
If you’re interested in at-home insemination, you can check out Make a Mom for innovative options, including reusable kits for a more sustainable approach. The Impregnator is a great tool for those looking to conceive safely at home. Plus, if you’d like to join a community of support, consider visiting Make a Mom’s Facebook group for free sperm donor matching. And if you want to learn about at-home insemination methods, you can explore how it works.
Health Insights
For those curious about the health challenges children may face, our article on Kawasaki disease provides helpful insights. Check it out here. It’s always good to stay informed, especially when planning for pregnancy—an excellent resource is available at the World Health Organization.
Conclusion
In a nutshell, Millie is not just a clinic; it’s a movement aimed at transforming maternity care for the better. Built by moms and providers who truly understand the journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way!