Josan-she's Secures ¥400 Million in Series A Funding for Prenatal and Postnatal Care Services

Josan-she's Secures Series A Funding

Josan-she's, a company offering specialized babysitting and childcare services starting from the newborn stage, has successfully raised ¥400 million in a Series A funding round. The round was led by MPower Partners (WPower Fund I Investment Business Limited Partnership), with participation from NEXTBLUE (NEXTBLUE TOKYO Investment Business Limited Partnership), FFG Venture Business Partners, Daiwa House Ventures, and AGS Consulting (Sekisui House Investment Business Limited Partnership).

Services Provided by Josan-she's

Josan-she's is known for providing expert support to parents who might feel uneasy about placing their infants in daycare or temporary care centers. The company offers a range of services including home visits by midwives for babysitting, breastfeeding, and childcare consultations. Additionally, they run prenatal and postnatal care facilities in collaboration with other companies and offer a staffing service for maternity hospitals known as "she’s path."

Use of Funds

The recent influx of capital is expected to bolster Josan-she's ability to expand its service offerings and enhance its network of approximately 3,000 midwives. The company plans to continue integrating home visits, facility-based care, and staffing services, thereby creating more flexible work opportunities for midwives and addressing the needs of families seeking expert childcare support.

Strategic Partnerships

The participation of prominent investors in this funding round highlights the growing interest in services that bridge the gap between families and professional childcare support. The additional investments from NEXTBLUE and FFG Venture Business Partners, who have been involved in previous rounds, demonstrate continued confidence in Josan-she's business model and growth potential.

Josan-she's innovative approach to childcare and midwife staffing services positions it well to meet the demands of modern families seeking flexible and expert support during the critical phases of prenatal and postnatal care.