SimpliFed, a company dedicated to providing virtual baby feeding and breastfeeding services, has successfully raised $10.8 million in its latest funding round. The Ithaca, New York-based organization specializes in delivering high-quality virtual care that is covered by insurance, thereby democratizing access to crucial maternal and infant health support. This significant capital infusion underscores investor confidence in SimpliFed's model and its commitment to empowering parents.
Founded in 2019 by Andrea Ippolito, a biomedical engineer and mother of two, SimpliFed was established to address the critical need for accessible, evidence-based, and inclusive baby feeding services. The company's core vision is to foster a world where every parent feels good about feeding their family, recognizing that baby feeding is central to maternal and infant health outcomes. SimpliFed offers comprehensive virtual support to all parents, irrespective of their chosen feeding method, by building trusted relationships and partnering with healthcare payers and providers.
The newly secured capital will be strategically deployed to accelerate SimpliFed's growth initiatives and expand its virtual care platform. The company plans to enhance its technological infrastructure, broaden its service offerings, and extend its reach to a greater number of families nationwide. This investment is expected to support SimpliFed's mission to create a new model for optimal baby feeding, driving health and economic equity through shifts in policy, practice, and narratives. The funding positions SimpliFed for continued expansion and increased impact on the landscape of maternal and infant care.
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