A (PPCM) Peripartum-Cardiomyopathy Prevention Project

PPCM Fund Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization founded by PPCM survivors are dedicated to saving unsuspecting mothers and their families from Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. We spread awareness in order to save lives! PPCM is a *preventable pregnancy induced heart failure; a relatively unknown yet deadly heart disease surrounding new mothers. We are on a mission to implement systems, spread awareness globally, further research & aid in the prevention of Peripartum Cardiomyopathy. Most have not heard of PPCM, including the majority birthing & medical professionals we've encountered, unfortunately. 

A key part of our mission is to raise the standards for screening, standard tests, & lab-work; 

with implementation both during and after pregnancy.

The NT- Pro BNP test is a pregnancy blood test screening that can hopefully catch a pregnancy-related heart failure condition called Peripartum Cardiomyopathy early enough and help decrease the maternal mortality - morbidity rate.

This test can save moms which in turn save families. 

"Brain natriuretic peptide (BNP) test is a blood test that measures levels of a protein called BPN that is made by your heart and blood vessels. BNP levels are higher than normal when you have heart failure."

African-American Women Have Higher Risk for Developing PPCM; Peripartum-Cardiomyopathy 

[ "Hundreds of women die each year from pregnancy issues; Most of the deaths could be prevented" ]

~ The Washington Post ~

[ "PPCM Fund has really affected my life in a good way and helped me through some tough times" ]

~ Kelsi Crews, PPCM survivor ~

We strive to provide substantial support 

to the families that have been adversely

 affected by PPCM, in their time of need.  

Request a NT-ProBNP blood Test

Get an Early Diagnosis for PPCM, Cancer & MORE! 

- Know your heart EF%

- Know your numbers. 

*The Pro B-Type natriuretic peptide (NT-pro BNP) test, especially combined with a chest X-ray 

& EKG/Echocardiogram can provide early diagnosis, before and after delivery.