Pacify offers a digital platform that connects new and expecting parents with a nationwide network of doulas and lactation consultants for on-demand support throughout their maternity journey. By providing personalized, evidence-based guidance and resources, Pacify enhances prenatal and postpartum care, resulting in a 32% increase in maternal visits and $850 savings per infant for enrolled families.
Funding
$1.1M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
New and expecting parents often lack immediate access to reliable support and guidance, especially outside of standard business hours or in areas with limited access to healthcare professionals. This can lead to increased stress, unnecessary emergency room visits, and difficulties in establishing successful breastfeeding and infant care routines.
Solution
Pacify offers a mobile telehealth platform that connects new and expecting parents with a nationwide network of doulas, lactation consultants, and nurses for on-demand support via live video chat. The app provides personalized, evidence-based guidance and resources, enabling parents to receive immediate answers to their questions and concerns from qualified medical professionals. Pacify's network of specialists are available 24/7, offering support for prenatal diet, breastfeeding challenges, infant health issues, and transitioning to solid foods. By providing convenient access to expert advice, Pacify aims to reduce parental stress, improve maternal and infant health outcomes, and decrease unnecessary healthcare costs.
Target Audience
Pacify primarily targets new and expecting parents, particularly those seeking convenient, on-demand access to maternal and infant care experts, as well as health plans, public health organizations, and employers looking to improve maternal health outcomes and reduce healthcare costs for their members or employees.
Features
- 24/7 access to lactation consultants, nurses, and dietitians via live video chat
- On-demand support with average wait times of less than 30 seconds
- Personalized guidance on prenatal care, breastfeeding, infant nutrition, and general health concerns
- Proactive notifications with health and safety information tailored for new mothers
- Flexible, Uber-like system for providers to sign on and off based on their availability
- User rating system for quality assurance and continuous improvement
- Partnerships with health plans and public health organizations to provide subsidized access for low-income families
- Available for iOS and Android devices