Millie Expands Women's Health Services to Include Perimenopause and Menopause Care

Millie, a California-based hybrid women's health clinic, has announced the expansion of its services to include perimenopause and menopause care. This move broadens the company's focus beyond its initial maternity care offerings, addressing a growing need in women's healthcare.

Comprehensive Care Expansion

Millie's new perimenopause and menopause services, available both in-person and virtually, encompass a range of treatments including hormone therapy, nonhormonal options, vaginal treatments, and lifestyle strategies. This expansion comes as the company recognizes the overlapping needs of its patient base, many of whom are navigating postpartum care and perimenopause simultaneously.

Anu Sharma, founder and CEO of Millie, explained the rationale behind the expansion: "What we discovered in our patient population over the course of the last three years is people wanted to start care with us sooner, they wanted to stay with us longer. It's often the single greatest healthcare experience that people are going to go through in their 30s."

Service Offerings and Provider Training

To prepare for this new offering, Millie's providers underwent an intensive three-month training program over the summer. The training curriculum was developed by clinical leaders based on evidence-based guidelines and academic research. Sharma emphasized the company's commitment to staying current: "We review our guidelines at least quarterly, if not more frequently, to make sure that they are consistent with the standard and any new research that is coming out."

Millie's care team now includes OB-GYNs, nurse-midwives, women's health nurse practitioners, doulas, lactation consultants, and mental health specialists. This multidisciplinary approach allows the company to offer a continuum of care from preconception through menopause.

Impressive Outcomes and Future Growth

Millie reports significant improvements in patient outcomes compared to national averages. The company claims a 30% better C-section rate among new mothers with low-risk pregnancies and a 67% improvement in preterm birth rates. Additionally, Millie boasts a Net Promoter Score above 90, indicating high patient satisfaction.

The company's success has attracted investor attention, with Millie recently raising $12 million in a Series A funding round. The investment, co-led by TMV and Foreground Capital, with participation from Pivotal Ventures and the March of Dimes Innovation Fund, will fuel Millie's expansion plans. The company aims to open new clinics throughout 2025 and 2026, with aspirations to expand beyond California in the coming year.

As Millie continues to grow and evolve its service offerings, it remains committed to addressing the complex and often overlooked healthcare needs of women throughout various life stages. The company's expansion into perimenopause and menopause care represents a significant step toward providing comprehensive, patient-centered women's health services.