National Accreta Foundation

01/26/2026

10, 9, 6.6, 5…16!
Those are REAL numbers from REAL people who, without blood donors, wouldn’t have gotten the blood they needed to survive a placenta accreta/ accreta surgery. There is 1 week left of National Blood 🩸 Donor Month. The U.S. is in a severe shortage, 35% BELOW what they need. Give blood today and safe a life tomorrow.

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01/22/2026

January is National Blood Donor Month! For moms with accreta, blood donation is vital. 90% of accreta patients require blood transfusions during surgery. Now is the time to donate.

We're facing a severe blood shortage — our national blood supply has fallen by 35% over the past month. During a blood shortage, doctors may face difficult choices about which patients receive blood transfusions and who will need to wait.

We are in urgent need of donors to help patients who are counting on lifesaving blood following accidents, during surgeries, and for treatment of conditions such as sickle cell disease and cancer.

Help us beat the current shortage by scheduling an appointment to give blood or platelets: https://rdcrss.org/3LRmvrU

01/11/2026

Placenta accreta is a rare pregnancy condition where the placenta grows too deeply into the uterus. During delivery, severe hemorrhage is common, and many patients require multiple blood transfusions within minutes.

When you donate blood, you may never meet the mom whose life you saved—but your generosity could be the reason she goes home to her family. ❤️

01/08/2026

Your story matters! Have you submitted your story to our StoryBank?

We currently have representation in 47 US states. There are 3 states that are not represented, Vermont, Hawaii, or North Dakota. If you are from these states and haven't shared your story, we want you to! The first from each state will be sent an "Accreta Survivor Bag Charm".

By sharing your experience, you’re helping ensure that accreta voices are heard, data is humanized, and future moms receive safer, more informed care. Your story doesn’t just reflect the past—it helps shape the future.
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NAF’s StoryBank is a growing archive of accreta journeys shared by survivors and families. These stories help connect accreta patients to researchers, media outlets, and healthcare quality improvement organizations working to improve diagnosis, and care.

If you haven't already, we invite you to add your voice to the StoryBank on our website under "submit your story". Together, we can turn lived experience into lifesaving change.

01/04/2026

January is National Blood 🩸 Donation Month and for placenta accreta patients, blood donations are lifesaving!

Placenta accreta often involves hemorrhage during delivery, and many patients rely on multiple blood transfusions during surgery. Blood donors play a direct role in saving the lives of accreta moms and countless others. Many accreta survivors and families pay it forward by donating when they are able.
Are you donating this month?

12/18/2025

When you wear NAF gear, you’re doing more than wearing a shirt or sporting a tumbler and hat—you’re sharing your story and supporting others.

From now until December 31, our entire gear store is 15% off! Every donation in the store supports awareness, advocacy, and families impacted by accreta.
Visit our store: https://www.preventaccreta.org/gear

11/26/2025

Black Friday through Cyber Monday just got meaningful! Swing by our Gear Center and snag some NAF merch that gives back. Perfect for stocking stuffers, thoughtful gifts, or a little treat for yourself — all while supporting our mission.

Donate $250 from now through Giving Tuesday and get your choice of NAF Hydroflask Engraved Tumbler, NAF Embroidered Blanket or NAF Hydroflask Tote!

Visit our gear center: https://www.preventaccreta.org/gear

11/07/2025

We are grateful to The New York Times for its recent coverage of Placenta Accreta Spectrum (PAS), which highlights the profound impact of this condition on patients and families while underscoring the broader issue of cesarean overuse in the United States.

National Accreta Foundation was proud to contribute to the reporting as well as connect numerous accreta patients and families to share their experiences. We are deeply appreciative of the awareness this important piece brings to the complexities of PAS care and prevention.

https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/health/placenta-accreta-c-sections.html?unlocked_article_code=1.zE8.8nyE.r6aFoS0cYDjo&smid=url-share

Placenta accreta is a life-threatening condition in which the placenta attaches to scar tissue left by a C-section. It used to be extremely rare.

11/05/2025

💚 We Did It — Thank You!! 💚

We are filled with gratitude for every accreta survivor, family member, and friend who joined us for this year’s Step Up for Accreta Virtual Step Challenge and Fundraiser.

Because of your incredible participation, generosity, and heart, we not only raised awareness for placenta accreta spectrum — we reached our fundraising goal of ✨$12,000! 🎉

Every step, every share, and every donation helps the National Accreta Foundation continue amplifying patient voices and improving outcomes for families affected by PAS.

From the bottom of our hearts — thank you for stepping up, spreading awareness, and walking beside us in this mission. 💪🫶

10/31/2025

We are almost at the finish line! 🏁
As Accreta Awareness Month comes to a close, we're wrapping up our Step Up for Accreta Virtual Step Challenge and Fundraiser with so much gratitude.

There is still time to ✨pay it forward🫶 so that we can continue our work and make a difference in the world of accreta.
Donate here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/CA/Saratoga/AccretaAwareness5K

Each step, each share, and each story this month has helped us live out our mission, "to amplify the patient experience of placenta accreta spectrum (PAS) to improve quality of care and patient outcomes."

We hope you join us as we celebrate survivors on this last day of Accreta Awareness Month.

10/29/2025

Today!!! Thank you MoMMA's Voices for inviting us to speak, especially for Accreta Awareness Month!

It's not too late! Comment "lunch" to receive an invite link for our Lunch and Learn session with the National Accreta Foundation!

10/29/2025

We are so close to our $12,000 goal!
56 donations of $50 and we meet it! We have until October 31st at midnight. Let’s do this! 💪🏼

Donate here: https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/CA/Saratoga/AccretaAwareness5K

💚🫶🏻🤗Thank you to all who have donated so far and our Step Up for Accreta Challenge participants for logging steps and moving with purpose from Oct 18-26!

More to come in our AAM wrap up newsletter. If
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