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.

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. 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.