Empowering Healthy Beginnings
Evidence-Based Impact of Digital Perinatal Education
📖 Source: Carlson, L. M., Carlson, B. W., Stern, D. N., & Palmer, B. E. (2023). A mixed-methods study examining perinatal education needs during a pandemic: Insights from families and providers. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 23(1), 745. 🔗
Evidence-Based Impact: A Look at the Research
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Patient SatisfactionHigh maternal satisfaction rates with telehealth servicesMothers particularly value:
✔ At-home learning opportunities
✔ Flexible scheduling options
✔ Consistent access to resources
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Improved Outcomes
30% reduction in gestational diabetes riskResearch shows significant reductions in adverse pregnancy outcomes, including:
✔ Postpartum infections
✔ Fetal intrauterine distress
✔ Premature membrane rupture
✔ SGA infants
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Patient Engagement
86% start looking for education in first/second trimesterMobile education overcomes traditional barriers:
✔ Limited healthcare resources
✔ Geographic constraints
✔ Schedule conflicts
✔ Financial limitations
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Standardized Education
63% of materials lack culturally appropriate contentDigital platforms ensure consistent, evidence-based information delivery across all patients, reducing misinformation and improving health literacy.
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Provider Efficiency
50% of pregnant women prefer mobile-based coursesOptimizes healthcare resources by:
✔ Freeing provider time for high-risk cases
✔ Reducing unnecessary visits
✔ Improving patient preparedness
✔ Supporting continuous education
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Improved Health Literacy
Only 18% of current materials meet readability standardsDigital education improves understanding of:
✔ Warning signs and complications
✔ When to seek urgent care
✔ Postpartum recovery guidelines
✔ Self-care best practices
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Parental confidence
37% improvement in parenting confidence
Technology-mediated education provides:
✔ 69% increase in perceived social support
✔ 140% increase in parenting satisfaction
✔ Sustained improvements at 3 months postpartum
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Continuous Support
97.7% of expectant parents seek pregnancy information onlineTechnology-mediated education provides:
✔ 24/7 access to resources
✔ Stage-appropriate information
✔ Self-paced learning
✔ Ongoing postpartum support
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Family-Centered Care
Digital support extends to partners and family caregiversEnhanced family involvement leads to:
✔ Stronger support networks
✔ Better maternal mental health
✔ Improved care coordination
✔ Reduced maternal health disparities
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Mental Health Impact
Supporting maternal mental wellness through digital carePrimary Study Findings
✔ 91% reduction in postnatal depression risk
✔ Improved mental health outcomes for both parents
✔ Enhanced parent-child bonding scores
97.7% of expecting parents search online for pregnancy info, yet 1 in 3 get no perinatal education.
Research-Backed, Parent-Approved Learning
We know that confidence is key in parenting—and that comes from having the right knowledge at the right time. Our expert-led, evidence-based courses go beyond facts, equipping you with practical skills to make informed decisions for your family. Designed for busy parents, our engaging, research-backed approach makes learning easy, intuitive, and empowering.
Why Expert-Guided Education Matters
The research is clear: quality online perinatal education makes a measurable difference. Parents who engage with expertly designed digital learning programs:
- Build confidence in parenting skills in just one month (vs. three months without structured support).
- Experience stronger parent-child bonding and better mental health outcomes.
- Feel more supported and prepared for early parenthood.
Beyond Statistics
These aren't just statistics—they represent real parents who feel more capable, less stressed, and deeply connected to their little ones. When parents have access to trusted, expert-driven education, they navigate the challenges of early parenthood with clarity, resilience, and the support they deserve.
3x faster confidence building with structured support compared to self-guided learning.
The Nurtured Nest Difference
At Nurtured Nest, we don't just share research—we bring it to life. Our courses blend the convenience of digital learning with the proven power of expert guidance and a supportive community. Parents who engage in comprehensive online education programs report:
- Higher confidence in their parenting abilities.
- Stronger social support networks.
- Better overall wellness during their transition to parenthood.
Because when parents feel empowered, families thrive.
Hear what our partners say
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April Lalumiere MBA, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Director of Women’s and Children’s Services UNC Health Rex
Partnering with The Nurtured Nest has elevated and extended patient care in our Labor & Delivery and Postpartum departments. Their highly researched, expert-led, easily accessible classes for new parents have improved the quality and range of our educational offerings. This, in turn, has increased patient satisfaction and confidence in early parenting.
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Wilkerson OB/GYN, Raleigh, NC
Practice Manager
The quality of the classes from Nurtured Nest is top notch due to the diverse educational backgrounds that their team has. With their education only approach they are not busy providing healthcare services, they are focused solely on the content that goes into each and every one of their classes...Offering the variety and depth of classes that Nurtured Nest has would cost our practice thousands of dollars and a tech skill set our team does not currently have...
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April Lalumiere MBA, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Director of Women’s and Children’s Services UNC Health Rex
Partnering with The Nurtured Nest has elevated and extended patient care in our Labor & Delivery and Postpartum departments. Their highly researched, expert-led, easily accessible classes for new parents have improved the quality and range of our educational offerings. This, in turn, has increased patient satisfaction and confidence in early parenting.
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Wilkerson OB/GYN, Raleigh, NC
Practice Manager
The quality of the classes from Nurtured Nest is top notch due to the diverse educational backgrounds that their team has. With their education only approach they are not busy providing healthcare services, they are focused solely on the content that goes into each and every one of their classes...Offering the variety and depth of classes that Nurtured Nest has would cost our practice thousands of dollars and a tech skill set our team does not currently have...
The Future of Perinatal Education
✔ Significantly reduced pregnancy complications through knowledge-driven education
✔ Inclusive care through mobile-first learning that meets families where they are
✔ Enhanced provider-patient relationships through better-prepared families
✔ Strengthened family support systems and maternal wellbeing
Partner with us to provide expert-led, accessible education that elevates patient care - with no cost options for your pratice. Our 24/7 platform empowers families with the knowledge to make confident healthcare decisions for their unique needs.
