01 /29
From heartbreak to hope: Growing my family with employer support
With the support of her employer, access to expert guidance and ongoing care from Accolade, one mother found the answers she needed to grow her family...
Read nowMost everyone will experience a critical moment in their life when they have a health care crisis – when their body fails them, confuses them, and they can’t quite make sense of what is happening and the right way forward. For me, that moment came in the form of multiple pregnancy losses as I tried to conceive my third child. The experience was daunting. The pain was profound, and so was my determination for answers.
Accolade — the very organization I work for — played a pivotal role in getting those answers and in making our family complete. Having access to expert medical opinions through 2nd.MD by Accolade was not only an incredible benefit but a life-changing one. It brought me the answers and care I needed to welcome my daughter, Virginia, into the world, and for that, I am endlessly grateful.
Today, I’m writing this as a wife and a mother to three beautiful children. My first two children were conceived without difficulties. But with Virginia, the journey was different — and it was Accolade’s care, expertise, and unwavering support before, during, and after her birth that made her arrival possible. Without them, I’m not sure she would be here today.
After my pregnancy losses, I was confused and “stuck.” My regular OB attributed it to “bad luck,” dismissing concerns that something deeper might be at play. I knew in my heart that I needed additional answers, so I connected with one of 2nd.MD’s expert OB/GYNs for a virtual consultation. Her expertise and detailed look into my medical history and records set me on a path that changed everything.
In our consultation, she listened deeply, asked the right questions, and, most importantly, took my concerns seriously. She identified critical factors that my regular OB had overlooked and immediately recommended that I pursue care at a fertility clinic. Because of her guidance and the navigation of our Care Team, I was fast-tracked into a clinic, allowing me to begin my fertility journey right away.
The 2nd.MD specialist’s expertise and compassionate approach validated my feelings and renewed my sense of control. She gave me the confidence to advocate for my own health and pursue the care I needed — a gift I'm eternally grateful for.
As I navigated fertility treatments, pregnancy, and postpartum life, my Accolade Care primary care physician, Dr. Mofolasade Adeyi, provided supportive care, guidance and expertise. As you can imagine, my anxiety level during this pregnancy was high. Access to her guidance at the click of a button was an enormous benefit. She took the time to understand my unique needs and always ensured that I felt empowered and informed about my health decisions.
Dr. Adeyi’s support has extended beyond my pregnancy. Today, she continues to help me stay on top of my health, ensuring that I’m thriving not just as a mother but as an individual. Thanks to her — and to the ease and convenience of Accolade’s model — I feel more in control of my well-being than ever before.
What makes Accolade so remarkable isn’t just the quality of our physicians and clinical teams — although they are phenomenal. It’s the way our model removes barriers to care, connects individuals to the right experts quickly, and provides seamless, consistent support throughout their health journeys.
For me, it was the difference between waiting months for answers and getting immediate, life-changing care. It was the difference between feeling dismissed and feeling heard. And ultimately, it led to a joyful, sassy, and adorable little girl.
Healthcare is personal. It’s emotional. It changes the trajectory of our lives. Our current system is broken, and we all deserve better. Accolade strives to bridge these gaps by providing an experience that empowers patients to take control of their care.
What a gift that Accolade provides these incredible services not just to our customers but also to us as employees. Having access to such expertise and compassionate care as part of my benefits was truly life-changing. Virginia’s first birthday was this past October. I’ll always be grateful to Accolade for the role they played in her story.
I hope my vulnerability helps others understand how Accolade can make a difference in their lives. Healthcare isn’t just about treatments and appointments — it’s about hope, connection, and the chance to write new stories.
Thank you for reading mine.
With the support of her employer, access to expert guidance and ongoing care from Accolade, one mother found the answers she needed to grow her family...
Read nowStart the new year with less stress. Discover 7 tips, such as setting realistic goals and prioritizing your well-being, to help you live your best life...
Read nowSupport employees' holiday financial health with 4 key tips from our Trusted Partner, Brightside.
Read now