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Loula

YC W23

New York City, US · Founded 2022 · 7 employees · 10 known investors

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Loula connects families with doula care services covered by insurance, including Medi-Cal and commercial health plans. The company aims to improve perinatal health outcomes and maternal health equity for underserved communities.

Also known as Onu Wellness, Inc · Onu Wellness, Inc. · Onu

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W23)

Loula was founded in 2022 by Lindsey Redd.

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Lindsey ReddFounder & CEOLindsey Redd studied computer science at Stanford and worked as a software engineer at Lyft and Stripe before founding Loula, a health tech platform serving perinatal healthcare providers including doulas, midwives, and lactation consultants.
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Ruth HawkinsChief of Staff
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Chine Ikoro

Investors · 10

Related companies · 6

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What does Loula do?
Loula connects families with doula care services covered by insurance, including Medi-Cal and commercial health plans. The company aims to improve perinatal health outcomes and maternal health equity for underserved communities.
Who founded Loula?
Loula was founded by Lindsey Redd in 2022.
Who are Loula's investors?
Loula's investors include BBG Ventures, Gaingels, Meridian Street Capital, Sterling Road, Wellington Management, Y Combinator, Antler, Diagram Collective and 2 more.
Where is Loula headquartered?
Loula is headquartered in New York City, US.