Maternity Reimagined​ Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/maternity-reimagined A thought-provoking podcast exploring the future of maternal healthcare through the lens of innovation and human connection. Hosted by Jennifer Sargent, each episode features conversations with leaders, providers, and changemakers who are working to improve access to care, enhance personalized support, and bridge gaps in maternal health. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the real-world solutions and care models shaping the future for expecting parents and families.​ © 2025 Jennifer Sargent c230fc5d-9e38-57d0-a6f9-ce124fe991e2 no Welcome to Maternity Reimagined en Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:00:06 -0500 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 01:59:17 -0500 https://maternityreimagined.com/ https://img.transistor.fm/EzIrHeyh_KuuGSbgKBGUM6QQNBW-QECo_4rA0jeHeLU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82NGQ1/ZTYxMGRlZDAxYTNi/YTBhZjg5ZGUzOGIx/NzdhOS5wbmc.jpg Maternity Reimagined​ https://maternityreimagined.com/ episodic Jennifer Sargent A thought-provoking podcast exploring the future of maternal healthcare through the lens of innovation and human connection. Hosted by Jennifer Sargent, each episode features conversations with leaders, providers, and changemakers who are working to improve access to care, enhance personalized support, and bridge gaps in maternal health. Listeners will gain valuable insights into the real-world solutions and care models shaping the future for expecting parents and families.​ A thought-provoking podcast exploring the future of maternal healthcare through the lens of innovation and human connection. Jennifer Sargent No No Inclusive Fertility, Connected Care 6 6 Inclusive Fertility, Connected Care full 3cec0e2f-9c7c-47e9-9993-73e7387caa08 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6752b18d Jennifer Sargent talks with Dr. Janet Choi (CMO, Progyny) about turning policy into practice in family-building care. They unpack ASRM’s broadened definition of medical need and what it means for single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and anyone seeking support. From there, they move beyond coverage into delivery: relationship-driven, tech-enabled, multimodal wraparound support that gives families one trusted guide (Progyny’s Personal Care Advocate) for continuity from preconception through postpartum and into perimenopause. The discussion covers integrating mental health and prevention across the lifespan, strengthening handoffs among REIs, OB-GYNs, doulas, and IBCLCs, and why human connection should amplify technology, not replace it.

]]> Jennifer Sargent talks with Dr. Janet Choi (CMO, Progyny) about turning policy into practice in family-building care. They unpack ASRM’s broadened definition of medical need and what it means for single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and anyone seeking support. From there, they move beyond coverage into delivery: relationship-driven, tech-enabled, multimodal wraparound support that gives families one trusted guide (Progyny’s Personal Care Advocate) for continuity from preconception through postpartum and into perimenopause. The discussion covers integrating mental health and prevention across the lifespan, strengthening handoffs among REIs, OB-GYNs, doulas, and IBCLCs, and why human connection should amplify technology, not replace it.

]]> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:00:00 -0500 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1920 Jennifer Sargent talks with Dr. Janet Choi (CMO, Progyny) about turning policy into practice in family-building care. They unpack ASRM’s broadened definition of medical need and what it means for single parents by choice, same-sex couples, and anyone seeking support. From there, they move beyond coverage into delivery: relationship-driven, tech-enabled, multimodal wraparound support that gives families one trusted guide (Progyny’s Personal Care Advocate) for continuity from preconception through postpartum and into perimenopause. The discussion covers integrating mental health and prevention across the lifespan, strengthening handoffs among REIs, OB-GYNs, doulas, and IBCLCs, and why human connection should amplify technology, not replace it.

]]> No The Hidden Economics of Women's Health 5 5 The Hidden Economics of Women's Health full 8d9bd8ec-89ac-462e-b028-2cbd21e4a3c3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0af62c2c Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, urogynecologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, as they uncover the hidden financial disparities undermining women's healthcare. Dr. Fitzgerald reveals how OBGYN became the lowest reimbursed surgical specialty, creating ripple effects from surgery cancellations to maternal care deserts nationwide. They explore why women's procedures are systematically valued less than men's, how global pregnancy fees create perverse incentives, and why pelvic floor care—affecting 80% of mothers—remains overlooked. Dr. Fitzgerald shares her bold vision for splitting OBGYN into separate specialties and discusses how the upcoming generational wealth transfer could revolutionize women's health funding.

]]> Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, urogynecologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, as they uncover the hidden financial disparities undermining women's healthcare. Dr. Fitzgerald reveals how OBGYN became the lowest reimbursed surgical specialty, creating ripple effects from surgery cancellations to maternal care deserts nationwide. They explore why women's procedures are systematically valued less than men's, how global pregnancy fees create perverse incentives, and why pelvic floor care—affecting 80% of mothers—remains overlooked. Dr. Fitzgerald shares her bold vision for splitting OBGYN into separate specialties and discusses how the upcoming generational wealth transfer could revolutionize women's health funding.

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 02:47:00 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1615 Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Jocelyn Fitzgerald, urogynecologist and Assistant Professor at the University of Pittsburgh, as they uncover the hidden financial disparities undermining women's healthcare. Dr. Fitzgerald reveals how OBGYN became the lowest reimbursed surgical specialty, creating ripple effects from surgery cancellations to maternal care deserts nationwide. They explore why women's procedures are systematically valued less than men's, how global pregnancy fees create perverse incentives, and why pelvic floor care—affecting 80% of mothers—remains overlooked. Dr. Fitzgerald shares her bold vision for splitting OBGYN into separate specialties and discusses how the upcoming generational wealth transfer could revolutionize women's health funding.

]]> No Building Better Birth Through Value-Based Maternity Care 4 4 Building Better Birth Through Value-Based Maternity Care full 4b32e3a5-f415-4d3f-a285-211d32aa20d5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8bfdcb42 Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Michael Udwin, Medical Director at CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and former OB-GYN, as they explore how to transform maternity care through better communication, team-based models, and value-based partnerships. Dr. Udwin shares insights on integrating doulas and midwives into care teams, engaging providers in quality improvement, and creating longitudinal care that extends from preconception through postpartum. They discuss practical strategies for making care more accessible, the role of Medicaid in driving innovation, and why Dr. Udwin is optimistic about the future of maternal health. Essential listening for healthcare leaders, providers, and anyone passionate about reimagining how we support expecting families.

]]> Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Michael Udwin, Medical Director at CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and former OB-GYN, as they explore how to transform maternity care through better communication, team-based models, and value-based partnerships. Dr. Udwin shares insights on integrating doulas and midwives into care teams, engaging providers in quality improvement, and creating longitudinal care that extends from preconception through postpartum. They discuss practical strategies for making care more accessible, the role of Medicaid in driving innovation, and why Dr. Udwin is optimistic about the future of maternal health. Essential listening for healthcare leaders, providers, and anyone passionate about reimagining how we support expecting families.

]]> Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:01:00 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1760 Join host Jennifer Sargent in conversation with Dr. Michael Udwin, Medical Director at CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and former OB-GYN, as they explore how to transform maternity care through better communication, team-based models, and value-based partnerships. Dr. Udwin shares insights on integrating doulas and midwives into care teams, engaging providers in quality improvement, and creating longitudinal care that extends from preconception through postpartum. They discuss practical strategies for making care more accessible, the role of Medicaid in driving innovation, and why Dr. Udwin is optimistic about the future of maternal health. Essential listening for healthcare leaders, providers, and anyone passionate about reimagining how we support expecting families.

]]> No Reimbursement Roadblocks 3 3 Reimbursement Roadblocks full acd5f6b5-c1ad-4843-8a92-d03700b7cc6d https://share.transistor.fm/s/67e426b3 Jennifer Sargent speaks with Jodi Neuhauser, CEO and founder of In Women's Health and co-founder of the bipartisan Women's Health PAC, about the critical reimbursement challenges facing maternal health innovation. Fresh from hosting the first-ever Women's Health Reimbursement Summit, Jodi shares eye-opening insights about the systemic barriers preventing maternal health companies from scaling effectively.

Discover why doula reimbursement varies dramatically by state—from $350 to $1,500—and how this inconsistency impacts business models and patient access. Learn about the stark reality that the entire women's health ecosystem spent only $1.97 million on lobbying in 2023, while other healthcare sectors spent hundreds of millions. Jodi explains why understanding reimbursement basics is essential for anyone in maternal health and how virtual care models can help address rural maternity deserts.

The conversation also explores exciting innovations in maternal health, from personalized monitoring to full-stack care platforms, plus practical advice for professionals looking to break into the women's health space. 

]]> Jennifer Sargent speaks with Jodi Neuhauser, CEO and founder of In Women's Health and co-founder of the bipartisan Women's Health PAC, about the critical reimbursement challenges facing maternal health innovation. Fresh from hosting the first-ever Women's Health Reimbursement Summit, Jodi shares eye-opening insights about the systemic barriers preventing maternal health companies from scaling effectively.

Discover why doula reimbursement varies dramatically by state—from $350 to $1,500—and how this inconsistency impacts business models and patient access. Learn about the stark reality that the entire women's health ecosystem spent only $1.97 million on lobbying in 2023, while other healthcare sectors spent hundreds of millions. Jodi explains why understanding reimbursement basics is essential for anyone in maternal health and how virtual care models can help address rural maternity deserts.

The conversation also explores exciting innovations in maternal health, from personalized monitoring to full-stack care platforms, plus practical advice for professionals looking to break into the women's health space. 

]]> Wed, 20 Aug 2025 01:53:00 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1900 Jennifer Sargent speaks with Jodi Neuhauser, CEO and founder of In Women's Health and co-founder of the bipartisan Women's Health PAC, about the critical reimbursement challenges facing maternal health innovation. Fresh from hosting the first-ever Women's Health Reimbursement Summit, Jodi shares eye-opening insights about the systemic barriers preventing maternal health companies from scaling effectively.

Discover why doula reimbursement varies dramatically by state—from $350 to $1,500—and how this inconsistency impacts business models and patient access. Learn about the stark reality that the entire women's health ecosystem spent only $1.97 million on lobbying in 2023, while other healthcare sectors spent hundreds of millions. Jodi explains why understanding reimbursement basics is essential for anyone in maternal health and how virtual care models can help address rural maternity deserts.

The conversation also explores exciting innovations in maternal health, from personalized monitoring to full-stack care platforms, plus practical advice for professionals looking to break into the women's health space. 

]]> No Time, Trust, and Technology in Maternal Care 2 2 Time, Trust, and Technology in Maternal Care full 03228326-f57a-4b27-86f2-f12f33746e07 https://share.transistor.fm/s/63d1bb04 Jennifer Sargent speaks with Dr. Jo'Ann Jackson, Chief Medical Officer at Advantia for the Mid-Atlantic Region, about the frontline challenges facing OB-GYNs today. Dr. Jackson shares candid insights about the primary obstacle in maternal care: time constraints caused by a shrinking pool of qualified providers caring for the same number of patients.

Discover how Advantia is leveraging AI scribing tools and administrative technology to give providers more quality time with patients. Dr. Jackson discusses the critical importance of wraparound services—from doulas and lactation consultants to behavioral health specialists—and how she builds trusted referral networks through patient feedback and word-of-mouth recommendations.

Learn about the evolving relationship between physicians and doulas, regional differences in maternal care access, and why the fourth trimester remains critically underserved. Dr. Jackson also shares her vision for improving maternal healthcare through expanded telehealth, better postpartum coverage, and universal access to pelvic floor therapy.

]]> Jennifer Sargent speaks with Dr. Jo'Ann Jackson, Chief Medical Officer at Advantia for the Mid-Atlantic Region, about the frontline challenges facing OB-GYNs today. Dr. Jackson shares candid insights about the primary obstacle in maternal care: time constraints caused by a shrinking pool of qualified providers caring for the same number of patients.

Discover how Advantia is leveraging AI scribing tools and administrative technology to give providers more quality time with patients. Dr. Jackson discusses the critical importance of wraparound services—from doulas and lactation consultants to behavioral health specialists—and how she builds trusted referral networks through patient feedback and word-of-mouth recommendations.

Learn about the evolving relationship between physicians and doulas, regional differences in maternal care access, and why the fourth trimester remains critically underserved. Dr. Jackson also shares her vision for improving maternal healthcare through expanded telehealth, better postpartum coverage, and universal access to pelvic floor therapy.

]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 01:08:00 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1383 Jennifer Sargent speaks with Dr. Jo'Ann Jackson, Chief Medical Officer at Advantia for the Mid-Atlantic Region, about the frontline challenges facing OB-GYNs today. Dr. Jackson shares candid insights about the primary obstacle in maternal care: time constraints caused by a shrinking pool of qualified providers caring for the same number of patients.

Discover how Advantia is leveraging AI scribing tools and administrative technology to give providers more quality time with patients. Dr. Jackson discusses the critical importance of wraparound services—from doulas and lactation consultants to behavioral health specialists—and how she builds trusted referral networks through patient feedback and word-of-mouth recommendations.

Learn about the evolving relationship between physicians and doulas, regional differences in maternal care access, and why the fourth trimester remains critically underserved. Dr. Jackson also shares her vision for improving maternal healthcare through expanded telehealth, better postpartum coverage, and universal access to pelvic floor therapy.

]]> No Bridging Maternal Mental Health Gaps 1 1 Bridging Maternal Mental Health Gaps full 8ae3d082-22ad-4b4e-97a2-5f0748ab25fa https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa80204b In this episode of Maternity Reimagined, host Jennifer Sargent sits down with Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling, to explore the critical gaps in maternal mental health care. With 1 in 5 women struggling with perinatal mood disorders and 75% never receiving treatment, Tina shares how virtual care is revolutionizing access to specialized therapy, peer support, and medication management.

Discover how Seven Starling partners with over 1,500 OB-GYNs across 500+ clinics to provide seamless, insurance-covered care from fertility through early parenthood. Tina reveals why mental health symptoms often begin during pregnancy—not just postpartum—and how virtual care is particularly transforming outcomes in rural maternal care deserts.


Recorded during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month

]]> In this episode of Maternity Reimagined, host Jennifer Sargent sits down with Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling, to explore the critical gaps in maternal mental health care. With 1 in 5 women struggling with perinatal mood disorders and 75% never receiving treatment, Tina shares how virtual care is revolutionizing access to specialized therapy, peer support, and medication management.

Discover how Seven Starling partners with over 1,500 OB-GYNs across 500+ clinics to provide seamless, insurance-covered care from fertility through early parenthood. Tina reveals why mental health symptoms often begin during pregnancy—not just postpartum—and how virtual care is particularly transforming outcomes in rural maternal care deserts.


Recorded during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month

]]> Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:00:00 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 1188 In this episode of Maternity Reimagined, host Jennifer Sargent sits down with Tina Keshani, co-founder and CEO of Seven Starling, to explore the critical gaps in maternal mental health care. With 1 in 5 women struggling with perinatal mood disorders and 75% never receiving treatment, Tina shares how virtual care is revolutionizing access to specialized therapy, peer support, and medication management.

Discover how Seven Starling partners with over 1,500 OB-GYNs across 500+ clinics to provide seamless, insurance-covered care from fertility through early parenthood. Tina reveals why mental health symptoms often begin during pregnancy—not just postpartum—and how virtual care is particularly transforming outcomes in rural maternal care deserts.


Recorded during Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month

]]> No Welcome to Maternity Reimagined Welcome to Maternity Reimagined trailer cd5e8cb0-945f-4cca-bde6-e83e8dd2aaae https://share.transistor.fm/s/515b3649 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 16:25:40 -0400 Jennifer Sargent Jennifer Sargent 55 No