Pregnancy

August 15, 2024

Sample maternity leave policy: Template & essential tips for HR leaders

Maternity and parental leave isn't a nice-to-have - it's an essential part of helping employees adjust to life as a new parent. Here's a sample maternity leave policy to help inform your company's approach to maternity leave.

January 12, 2024

Arushi and Ankur’s Maven Story

“Being a physician myself, I was surprised at how convoluted the healthcare system is. I know it from the other side, and still, as a patient, it was so hard to navigate...I’m so grateful to have Maven support us.”

January 3, 2024

Supporting employees through pregnancy loss: community and benefits-based solutions

Miscarriage and pregnancy loss are difficult topics to discuss in the workplace, steeped with feelings of anguish, shame, and uncertainty. Here’s what you need to know about supporting your employees if they experience pregnancy loss.

November 19, 2023

Opening up about miscarriage and loss

Miscarriage is an important, vital, essential topic in women’s health—in part because so many women experience it, and yet so few women talk about it. So let’s talk about it.

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July 31, 2023

Sarah’s Maven story: Holistic care from fertility to postpartum

Learn how Sarah used Maven to find compassionate, informative care as she navigated fertility, pregnancy, and parenthood.

June 13, 2023

Olivia & Jonathan’s Maven story: 24/7 care in moments that matter

"I’m just so grateful for Maven. It’s made such a big difference," says Maven member Olivia.

April 28, 2023

Shane’s Maven Story: Inclusive support for expectant dads

Maven empowered first-time dad Shane with personalized support and care throughout his family-building journey.

January 26, 2023

Pamela’s Maven Story: Care that is always there

Pamela, a Maven member and new mom, describes Maven as, “everything you could ever want to help you through your pregnancy and beyond.”

September 13, 2022

How Black Mamas ATX is showing up for Black mothers

Maven partner Black Mamas ATX is a community-based organization leading the charge in Central Texas to help Black mothers get the education and access to resources they need to have healthy pregnancies and birthing experiences.

September 8, 2022

Teresa’s Maven Story: Personalized postpartum care

Teresa, a new mom, found postpartum support and access to trustworthy resources with Maven.

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July 8, 2022

How Maven supports members exploring pregnancy options, including abortion

There are actionable ways that employers and health plans can make a tangible difference for their employees and members in the wake of the recent Supreme Court ruling. Here's how Maven can help.

June 7, 2022

Why we need to prioritize lowering C-section rates

The rising rates of C-sections in the U.S. may be contributing to the maternal mortality crisis, especially along racial lines.

May 20, 2022

Founder and CEO Kate Ryder's message to Maven employees on Roe v. Wade

Kate Ryder read the Supreme Court opinion on Roe v. Wade with some shock and much disappointment. Here are her thoughts on Maven Clinic's role in this moment.

April 12, 2022

Disparities in maternal health: what you need to know

Learn about the impact of maternal health disparities and how to provide support for parents and parents-to-be in the workplace.

March 14, 2022

Priscilla’s Maven Story: Navigating conception with PCOS

First-time mom Priscilla sought support from Maven as she navigated her fertility and pregnancy journey with PCOS.

February 10, 2022

Carly’s Maven Story: Accessing quality maternity care from across the world

First-time mom Carly looked to Maven for guidance through her pregnancy in Portugal during the pandemic. She found instant access to whole-person care that helped her navigate her journey.

December 22, 2021

Working While Pregnant: What Support do Pregnant Employees Need?

Providing support to pregnant employees can keep their productivity levels high, improve their healthcare outcomes, and increase the likelihood they return to work successfully after leave.

October 28, 2021

With Only 26% of Pregnant People in the United States Vaccinated Against COVID-19, New Survey Sheds Light on the Reasons Why

Only 26% of pregnant people have received at least one dose of the vaccine. We surveyed 500 pregnant people in the U.S. to understand why.

July 20, 2021

Specialty Care in the Maternity Journey: Doulas Drive Better Outcomes with Education and Compassion

Doulas play an integral role in the maternal care journey, and can help solve some of the inequities endemic to the ongoing maternal health crisis in the US and abroad.

June 17, 2021

Allison's Maven Story: Inclusive Care and Pregnancy Support

Allison turned to Maven for support while pregnant with her first child and found instant access to everything from Doula support to lactation consulting.

June 3, 2021

KR’s Maven Story: Overcoming Gestational Diabetes with Guidance and Empathy

KR was diagnosed with gestational diabetes while pregnant with her third child. After a negative experience with her doctor, she looked to Maven for help. She found guidance and holistic care that helped her delivery a healthy baby.

March 15, 2021

Changing the health of the world—one woman, one family at a time

Maven's mission is at the heart of why we've been named a great place to work in healthcare. One maternal story brings to light why the Maven mission and approach to women's and family health are so important.

November 3, 2020

Latest on pregnancy and COVID-19: What new CDC research tells us

In contrast to previous CDC data, the latest research reveals pregnant women were more likely to die of COVID-19: 1.5 per 1,000 symptomatic pregnant women died of COVID, compared to 1.2 per 1,000 non-pregnant women.

September 22, 2020

A note from our Medical Director: Unpacking the importance of exercise during pregnancy

I was chatting with a friend recently and remarked that if I could write a prescription for exercise for my pregnant patients, I would.

July 9, 2020

What the latest COVID-19 data tells us about pregnant women's risk

July 9th Update: A note from Maven Medical Director and OB-GYN Dr. Jane van Dis

May 27, 2020

Melissa's story: Navigating pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic

“It isn’t always smooth sailing, and that’s totally okay.” Maven member Melissa shared her story with us about what it was like to navigate pregnancy during this pandemic, and how Maven has helped her every step of the way.

May 6, 2020

"I'm not alone": Opening up about prenatal depression

Prenatal depression—one of many perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders that are extremely common—affects as many as one in seven women according to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

April 2, 2020

How Maven helps women build a pregnancy virtual support system

As the coronavirus pandemic evolves, hospital labor and delivery policies are evolving, too. At many hospitals across the U.S., that means limits on who can be with pregnant women during labor and delivery.

April 2, 2020

Latest from experts on birth plans, pregnancy, fertility, and COVID-19

What tips do you have for pregnant women who are considering changing their birth plans because of COVID-19? What supplies should pregnant women have at home to complement virtual care now that many prenatal appointments are shifting...

March 13, 2020

FAQs: Coronavirus and pregnancy

The latest information and clinical insights from Maven Medical Director Dr. Jane van Dis on what pregnant women need to know about COVID-19, the COVID-19 vaccine, and more.

March 12, 2020

Webinar: Answering member questions about coronavirus

We hosted a webinar on March 13th to turn to experts to answer some of the most common questions we have been receiving from our members about how the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak may impact women who are pregnant or postpartum...

December 4, 2019

Demystifying genetic testing for parents: Meet Maven's Genetic Counselor

“During a pregnancy, there are so many reasons a woman puts out her arm for a blood draw that it’s hard to know if that particular test is considered a genetic test or not.”

November 6, 2019

Members love Maven: New mom Maria on finding her village

“Maven takes care of my entire holistic body and mind. And I love that!” Starting a family is one of the most amazing things you’ll ever do—but it’s also one of the hardest.

September 16, 2019

A note from our Medical Director: What everyone should know about preterm birth

Recently, one of the infants at the hospital where I am an OB-GYN was born at just 24 weeks. For unknown reasons, her mom went into labor.