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It's an absolute Motherload

It's time moms had the respect and support they deserve. Read the experiences of 1,000 US postpartum women in our report.

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With this new research, we’re demonstrating something those others already know: Postpartum care in the US is simply not good enough.

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America needs to do better, so our daughters don’t have to experience this

US Mom

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Healthcare

4 in 10 employed US moms didn’t get health insurance covering pregnancy & birth care

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Structural Support

40% of moms didn't have access to paid maternity leave

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Community

90% felt supported by their partner during the postpartum period

Motherhood has been one of the most difficult, beautiful and empowering things I have ever done and experienced!

US mom

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Lighten your load, mama

Check these tangible tips from real moms to make your postpartum life not just bearable, but beautiful.

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Let’s talk tactics for a postpartum revolution

Listen to the latest episode of our podcast, Skin Like A Rhino, to hear Motherly’s Liz Tenety speaking about how women aren’t receiving the postpartum support they deserve—and how to advocate for yourself.

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Elvie who?

Founded in 2013 by women’s health expert Tania Boler, we create radical female-first technology like breast pumps and pelvic floor trainers, giving women the autonomy and support they’ve long been denied.

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Show the postpartum period who's boss

Elvie Pump

Smallest1. Quietest2. Smartest3. Slimline wearable electric breast pump.

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Elvie Stride

Hands-free, hospital-grade performance electric breast pump. Take pumping in your stride.

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Elvie Trainer

Smart Kegel trainer to strengthen your pelvic floor. Fun, expert-designed workouts and fast results.

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Elvie Curve

Manual, in-bra silicone breast pump. Capture bonus milk in-bra with hassle-free, one-press expression.

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Elvie Catch

Elvie Catch, a pair of silicone milk collection cups designed for total comfort and confidence—even if you experience heavy leakage.

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This report uses data from our survey of 1,075 mothers, living in the United States of America. Online polling conducted in January to February 2024 in partnership with Motherly.

Images by: Fresh Pine Photography

*Exact out of pocket cost may vary based on your insurance carrier and insurance plan. 
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It's an absolute Motherload

With this new research, we’re demonstrating something those others already know: Postpartum care in the US is simply not good enough.

America needs to do better, so our daughters don’t have to experience this

Healthcare

4 in 10 employed US moms didn’t get health insurance covering pregnancy & birth care

Structural Support

40% of moms didn't have access to paid maternity leave

Community

90% felt supported by their partner during the postpartum period

Motherhood has been one of the most difficult, beautiful and empowering things I have ever done and experienced!

Lighten your load, mama

Let’s talk tactics for a postpartum revolution

Elvie who?

Show the postpartum period who's boss

Elvie Pump

Elvie Stride

Elvie Trainer

Elvie Curve

Elvie Catch

Follow the Revolution

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