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Progyny Expands Maternal Health Support with Addition of Doula Services
Available to employers and health plans, the in-person and virtual doula care services can close more care gaps and improve health outcomes NEW YORK, March
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[{"type":"text","content":"Available to employers and health plans, the in-person and virtual doula care services can close more care gaps and improve health outcomes\nNEW YORK, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Progyny (Nasdaq: PGNY), a global leader in women’s health and family building, is expanding its support throughout the maternal health journey with the addition of doula services. Currently pregnancy, childbirth, and perinatal conditions represent one of the largest shares of employer health spend in the U.S. The addition of in-person and virtual doula services to Progyny’s comprehensive maternal offerings will further its ability to provide equitable, high-quality care that can improve outcomes across a diverse member population. As the company formally rolls out its doula offering, Progyny is adding Pacify, a leading provider of maternity care solutions, to complement its team of specialty-trained, certified doulas and maternal health care providers. Individuals interested in doula services will be matched, creating trusted and personal connections with a doula who best fits their care needs and demographic preferences. Research suggests that doula support may help reduce C-section rates and NICU complications such as low birth weight babies. They also help reduce maternal health barriers, educating and empowering expectant mothers and helping to improve the overall birthing experience. “Doulas are playing a powerful role in improving maternal health outcomes by serving as a resource for information, advocacy and support,” explained Janet Choi, MD, MSCP, Chief Medical Officer, Progyny. “Our commitment to the health of our diverse member base means giving them access to the full spectrum of care, support, and resources from preconception to postpartum. This is how we continue to build their trust in Progyny to partner with them on their individual health journeys.” “Both Pacify and Progyny share a commitment to offering families the comprehensive support they need throughout pregnancy, the birthing journey, and beyond. Doulas play a critical role providing evidence-based guidance and advocacy, and together with Progyny, we can provide high-quality care to more families during this transformative and often overwhelming stage of life,” said Jennifer Sargent, CEO of Pacify. Progyny’s Pregnancy and Postpartum program provides comprehensive maternity...