Important Medical Disclaimer

1. NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL CARE

The information, trackers, checklists, and resources in The Village Vault are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician, midwife, lactation consultant, or other qualified health provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, postpartum recovery, infant care, or mental health.

2. EMERGENCIES — CALL FOR HELP IMMEDIATELY

If you think you or your baby may be having a medical or mental health emergency, call your local emergency number immediately:

• United States: 911 (medical) | 988 (mental health crisis)
• United Kingdom: 999 (medical) | 116 123 (Samaritans)
• Canada: 911 (medical) | 988 (mental health crisis)
• Australia: 000 (medical) | 13 11 14 (Lifeline)

3. TRACKERS ARE NOT MEDICAL DEVICES

The feeding, pumping, recovery, mood, and wellness trackers in The Village Vault are organizational tools only. They do not diagnose, monitor, or treat any condition. They do not replace medical equipment, clinical monitoring, or professional assessment.

4. NICU CONTENT IS COMPANION SUPPORT, NOT CLINICAL GUIDANCE

Our NICU module provides emotional support, journaling prompts, and general orientation. It does NOT replace guidance from your baby's neonatologist, NICU nurses, or care team. Always defer to your medical team for clinical decisions.

5. NO DOCTOR-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

Your use of the Service does not create a doctor-patient or provider-patient relationship between you and Mamas Without a Village or its founders.

6. INDIVIDUAL VARIATION

Every postpartum experience is different. Information that applies to most mothers may not apply to you. Always consult your own healthcare provider regarding your specific circumstances.

7. RELIANCE ON CONTENT IS AT YOUR OWN RISK

Mamas Without a Village, its founders, employees, and contributors are not liable for any decisions made or actions taken based on information in The Village Vault or our website. Reliance on any information is solely at your own risk.

8. LICENSED PROVIDERS

We are not licensed medical professionals. Lucky Maurine is the founder of Mamas Without a Village and shares lived experience and researched information, not medical opinions.