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Seven Starling, a virtual maternal behavioral health company, raised a $10.9 million Series A, CEO Tina Beilinson Keshani tells Axios exclusively. 

Why it matters: One in five people develop perinatal mental health disorders — a rate that far exceeds other obstetric complications of pregnancy. 

Zoom in: RH Capital led the round, with participation from insiders Pear VC, Magnify Ventures, Emerson Collective and Expa. 

New investors including Zeal Capital, Ulu Ventures, Fiore Ventures and the March of Dimes.

How it works: Founded in 2020, the Washington, D.C. startup offers virtual individual and group therapy, led by specialized providers focused on parental and women's health.

The company also provides medication management, psychiatric evaluation and care coordination, as well as app-based cognitive behavioral therapy-inspired exercises, journaling prompts and guided meditations.

Seven Starling is primarily in network with commercial insurance plans — over 85% of patients use in-network insurance — and will expand into Medicaid over the next two years.

By the numbers: Seven Starling has raised a total of $14.3 million to-date. 

Seven Starling's platform is used by more than 1,000 OBGYNs at private practices and hospitals in Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virgina, Texas and New York.

What's next: "The money will help with national expansion, as we plan to launch in an additional 10 to 15 states over the next two years," Beilinson Keshani says, adding that the funding has a two-year runway.

Seven Starling is eyeing near-term profitability, she says.

"We are excited by the comprehensive and scalable offerings, including group therapy, to expand access," says Alice Zheng, principal at RH Capital.

The big picture: America has become more aware of the postpartum health risks facing new mothers, but the health care system is still trying to catch up.

"Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with depression or an anxiety disorder in their lifetime, but lack a tailored solution designed to meet their unique needs," says Mar Hershenson, founder of Pear VC.

🐦 1 fun thing: The company name was inspired by the Starling, a bird celebrated for orchestrating captivating murmurations. The concept pays tribute to the notions of community and a purpose greater than oneself. 

State of play: Venture investment into maternal  digital health continues to grow.

Pomelo Care, a virtual maternal care company, raised a $46 million Series B in June.

Mavida Health, a Los Angeles-based maternal mental health platform, raised $1.5 million in pre-seed funding in September 2023.

FamilyWell, a postpartum mental health provider, collected $4.3 million in seed funding in February.

Plus, VC firms such as  Portfolia and Black Opal raised funds greater than $50 million to deploy into women's health.

Exclusive: Seven Starling raises $10.9M for maternal mental health

One in five people develop perinatal mental health disorders.

an collage of mothers with their children, medical illustrations of brains and circles 

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Seven Starling, a virtual maternal behavioral health company, raised a $10.9 million Series A, CEO Tina Beilinson Keshani tells Axios exclusively. Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="One in five people" data-vars-click-url="https://www.psychiatry.org/getmedia/344c26e2-cdf5-47df-a5d7-a2d444fc1923/APA-CDC-Perinatal-Mental-and-Substance-Use-Disorders-Whitepaper.pdf" data-vars-content-id="9cfecd18-4f19-4948-81bf-a50603beef22" data-vars-headline="Exclusive: Seven Starling raises $10.9M for maternal mental health" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.psychiatry.org/getmedia/344c26e2-cdf5-47df-a5d7-a2d444fc1923/APA-CDC-Perinatal-Mental-and-Substance-Use-Disorders-Whitepaper.pdf" target="_blank">One in five people</a> develop perinatal mental health disorders — a rate that far exceeds other obstetric complications of pregnancy.

Exclusive: Seven Starling raises $10.9M for maternal mental health

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