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MIHEI, Maternal and Infant Health Equity Initiative
Maternal and Infant Health Equity Initiative

No woman should lose her life while giving life.

MIHEI connects mothers in Nigeria to safe, affordable care, from pregnancy to the first months with their baby, through nurse-led home care, health coverage and a community that walks with them.

payments

MotherCare

From ₦105,000 / month

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MIHEI HMO

From ₦35,000 / year

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MotherCare members

24/7 nurse line

A nurse-midwife checks a pregnant mother's health during a home visit
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Nurse-midwife home visits

Pregnancy to 3 months after birth

MotherCare

8

states served across Nigeria

Lagos, Oyo, Ogun, Rivers, FCT, Kwara, Ondo, Kogi.

1,000+

mothers heard

Pregnant and new mothers in our 2024 needs assessment.

60+

women covered

Pregnant women enrolled in health coverage.

Every

mother followed

Every enrolled mother followed through postpartum.

From pregnancy to the first months

Our programmes

Three ways MIHEI stays with you, from the first weeks of pregnancy to the first months with your baby.

Care at home From ₦105,000 / mo

MotherCare

Nurse-midwife home visits, weekly check-ins and rides to appointments, from pregnancy to three months after birth.

  • check_circleNurse-midwife home visits
  • check_circleWeekly check-in with your navigator
  • check_circleRides to your appointments
Health coverage From ₦35,000 / yr

MIHEI HMO

Affordable health plans with maternity cover, and a MIHEI coordinator who follows you through birth and beyond.

  • check_circlePlans that include maternity care
  • check_circleA coordinator through birth and after
  • check_circlePartner hospitals and clinics
Community English & Yoruba

Peer support

Community groups where mothers share, learn and support each other, in English and Yoruba.

  • check_circleAsk questions and share experiences
  • check_circleTrusted health information
  • check_circleModerated by the MIHEI team
Why it matters

Nigeria accounts for 29% of maternal deaths worldwide.

When we listened to more than 1,000 mothers, only 1 in 10 had any health insurance. Most deaths are preventable when women can decide to seek care, reach it in time and receive good care when they arrive. MIHEI works on all three.

Mothers surveyed with no health insurance 9 in 10

More than 1,000 pregnant and new mothers in Lagos, 2024 needs assessment.

1
Delay One Deciding to seek care

Answered by peer support and education

Peer support, education and weekly check-ins help mothers spot warning signs early.

2
Delay Two Reaching care in time

Answered by MotherCare rides and care coordination

MotherCare rides and care coordination get mothers to appointments, and to hospital in labour.

3
Delay Three Receiving good care

Answered by MIHEI HMO and partner facilities

MIHEI HMO coverage and trusted partner facilities make quality care affordable.

Testimonials

Voices of Our Mothers & Families

MIHEI gave my wife and I peace of mind. We were worried and confused before, but their support, patience, and clear guidance changed everything. Today my wife is fully registered for antenatal care, and we finally feel safe and supported. Thank you, MIHEI.
A Mr. Azeez Husband of an MIHEI HMO Participant · November 2025
Before enrolling, I was worried about how I would afford antenatal care and delivery. Having health insurance gave me peace of mind and helped me plan to deliver in a facility.
favorite Anonymous MIHEI participant · December 2025
MIHEI's HMO program gave us peace of mind. We were worried before, but the guidance helped us register for care and feel supported.
favorite MIHEI participant family December 2025
Joining the MIHEI HMO gave me peace of mind during my pregnancy. I was worried about antenatal care, but MIHEI guided me with patience, kindness, and clear support. Today, I'm fully registered and confident. Thank you, MIHEI.
C Mrs. Christiana
How we follow each mother
verified Through birth and postpartum

Every mother we enrol, we follow.

When a pregnant woman enrols, a MIHEI coordinator stays in touch through birth and postpartum. This follow-up has already caught a serious delivery complication, and MIHEI supported the family through the unexpected costs.

MIHEI care coordination

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