Pregnant? The story behind the app that could become your best friend
“My Pregnancy Journey” is a comprehensive educational – and beautiful - mobile app focused on South Africa and the African continent, created by Jacqui Rogers. Aimed at smoothing the ride for moms to be and changing the distressing birth stats prevalent in many developing countries, it has won both local and international awards. Jacqui talks about developing the app, its features, its affordability, the scope for expansion - and how it has changed her life.
Jacqui Rogers
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In ep. 56 of the weekly podcast series Calm, Clear and Helpful, Jacqui touches on
the event that led to her first business in the pregnancy industry (and the role played by a strap-on tummy)
how shocking stats regarding pregnancies in Africa turned her head
her journey from fashion to tech
the biggest challenge she faced while developing the app
the local and international awards the app has won or been nominated for
the app’s 30 plus features and what it costs (very little!)
unexpected events on her journey with the app, including the chance to travel – and burnout
the 3 principles that guide her life.
Read a personal article on Jacqui where she explains how falling pregnant, her beloved daughter and being a top innovator have impacted on her entrepreneurial journey.
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About Jacqui
Serial entrepreneur Jacqui Rogers is the founder of My Pregnancy Journey, the first comprehensive, interactive, educational pregnancy app from and focused on the African continent. She is based in Pretoria East.
Awards (February 2022):
Nominated as one of the World Health Organisation’s Top 30 Innovators from Africa
Winner of two MTN App of the Year Awards
Winner of the Huawei Global App Competition – Best app and Social Impact app winner for Middle East and Africa region
Winner of the KIT International Challenge (Birthing Kit Foundation, Australia)
Website: www.mypregnancyjourney.co.za
Email: hello@mypregnancyjourney.co.za
Facebook: @MyPregnancyJourneyApp
Instagram: mypregnancyjourneyapp
Twitter: @PregnancyJour
Music by Mart-Marie Snyman
Thumbnail image: Unsplash. Model used.
Photographs of Jacqui Rogers: supplied.