Perinatal mental health is one of the most urgent challenges facing obstetric and midwifery care today. Nationally, mental health conditions contribute to nearly 23% of pregnancy-related deaths — the leading cause of maternal mortality ( CDC, 2019). Yet referrals for therapy or medication typically mean 6–9 week waitlists — during which many patients are lost to follow-up or deteriorate into crisis (ACOG, 2021).

For clinics, untreated perinatal mental health disorders drive higher C-section rates, longer postpartum hospitalizations, NICU admissions, and increased emergency visits, raising costs and straining provider capacity (Howard et al., 2014; Luca et al., 2019). OBs and midwives also shoulder the emotional and professional burden when patients go unseen, fueling burnout and liability risk (Kendig et al., 2017).

The Bridge Health Collective closes this deadly referral gap. We provide seamless, insurance-inclusive referrals embedded into your workflow, connecting patients to qualified perinatal therapists and prescribers within 48 hours. The result: healthier outcomes for families, reduced risk for providers, and more efficient care for clinics.