Additionally, I think that there have been some recent successes in the space, such as Maven Clinic, that have gotten investors and the public energized about women’s health. First, I think the pandemic has brought a lot of things to the surface related to health equity and underserved populations, and women are one of those groups. Jessica Bell van der Wal, cofounder and CEO, Frame Fertility : I think it’s a combination of things.

That’s why we are investing heavily in maternal mental health to combat disparities for Medicaid and underserved populations. We believe this is partially because there simply hasn’t been enough available care–and this issue, as is often the case, is the most pronounced for Medicaid beneficiaries. Up to one in seven women are diagnosed with postpartum depression, according to the American Psychological Association, yet many never receive treatment. For example, we know biological and hormonal issues stemming from pregnancy can have serious implications on mental health. As the industry matures, we are seeing a range of fantastic founders take the lead in addressing a wide range of conditions from menopause to postpartum depression. Anna Lindow is cofounder and CEO of Brave Health Anna LindowĪnna Lindow, cofounder and CEO, Brave Health : For far too long, women’s health as a whole has not been given the attention it deserves.

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