April 8, 2025 – Jacksonville, FL
Pregnancy is often thought of as a beginning — of a child’s life, of motherhood, and of new roles and responsibilities. But what many people don’t realize is that pregnancy can also mark the beginning of long-term health impacts for women that last well beyond the postpartum period.
For women now in their 50s through 80s, past pregnancies may still be influencing their health today in significant ways. Conditions like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and depression can all be connected to complications experienced decades ago — yet they’re often under-recognized, and under-treated.
At Wellbox, we believe that women’s health is a lifelong journey — not a short chapter. That’s why our Chronic Care Management (CCM) program is designed to meet women where they are, support them in managing complex health conditions, and help them thrive through every stage of life.
Many women in experience pregnancy complications such as:
While these may have resolved shortly after childbirth, studies show they can increase the risk of developing chronic conditions years or even decades later. For example:
Unfortunately, these risks often go unnoticed in routine care — especially if pregnancy complications are not mentioned during later medical visits, or if a provider doesn’t know to ask.
Women aged 50 and older face a unique blend of challenges. They may be navigating menopause, osteoporosis, caregiving responsibilities, or the emotional toll of empty nesting or loss. For many, chronic conditions can begin to interfere with daily routines, independence, and quality of life.
Add to this the emotional and physical toll of unresolved health issues linked to earlier pregnancies, and it becomes clear that long-term, personalized support is critical.
Chronic Care Management was built to deliver consistent, compassionate care for people living with two or more chronic conditions. For women, this care is often life-changing — especially when it addresses the whole person, not just a list of symptoms.
Here’s how CCM helps women live healthier, more empowered lives:
We help women stay on top of important screenings, lab work, and vital sign monitoring that can catch serious issues early — like changes in blood pressure, glucose levels, or cholesterol.
For women with a history of gestational diabetes or preeclampsia, these regular touchpoints are critical in detecting early signs of cardiovascular disease or metabolic dysfunction.
Mental health is central to long-term wellness, yet it’s too often overlooked — especially in older women. CCM includes regular conversations with care coordinators who can identify changes in mood, energy, or emotional wellbeing and connect patients with the support they need.
Whether it’s depression related to postpartum history, grief, or simply the weight of chronic illness, our team ensures women aren’t facing it alone.
One of the most valuable aspects of CCM is continuity — something often missing from the traditional, fragmented healthcare experience. With CCM, women have a dedicated care team that checks in regularly, helps navigate appointments, manages medications, and ensures nothing slips through the cracks.
This continuity is especially meaningful for women managing multiple specialists, caregivers, or complex prescriptions. It helps reduce hospitalizations, improve treatment adherence, and offer a trusted relationship — someone to talk to, not just treat symptoms.
CCM isn’t just about managing illness — it’s about helping women feel empowered in their health decisions. Our care coordinators take the time to explain conditions, medications, treatment recommendations, and lifestyle changes in simple, compassionate terms.
We believe every woman deserves to understand her health — and to feel empowered to improve it.
Many women in their 50s–80s are caregivers themselves — for partners, aging parents, or even grandchildren. They’re often the backbone of their families and communities. But who’s taking care of them?
CCM helps restore that balance. By providing proactive care and peace of mind, we allow women to keep showing up for others without sacrificing their own wellness in the process.
This World Health Day, the global theme is “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures.” Hopeful futures aren’t just for children — they’re for the women who raised them, too.
By acknowledging the long-term impacts of pregnancy, advocating for whole-person care, and making preventive health more accessible, we can help ensure women not only survive, but thrive — in every decade of life.
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