Step Up for Accreta is a week-long step challenge event and fundraiser for National Accreta Foundation [https://www.preventaccreta.org/] during the month of October - ACCRETA AWARENESS MONTH! [https://www.preventaccreta.org/accreta-awareness] The event focuses attention on placenta accreta, one of the fastest growing life-threatening complications of pregnancy.

During Accreta Awareness Month, National Accreta Foundation encourages patients, survivors, medical professionals and public health advocates to spread the word about increased rates and risk factors associated with placenta accreta, including cesarean overuse. Funds raised during the month of October will support National Accreta Foundation's programs and efforts in these areas.

Placenta accreta currently affects as many as 1 in 272 births, putting the mom at risk of severe blood loss, preterm birth, hysterectomy, and other complications. Every mom deserves risk-appropriate obstetric care. Making this a reality requires increasing awareness of accreta, supporting and advocating for moms and babies, and connecting patients and providers with resources to help improve quality of care.



JOIN US BY REGISTERING FOR OUR STEP CHALLENGE AND SET UP AN INDIVIDUAL OR TEAM FUNDRAISER.

Step with a purpose this October!
Over 10 days, every step you take helps raise awareness of Placenta Accreta and supports the life-saving programs of the National Accreta Foundation. Whether youve experienced accreta firsthand, cared for someone through it, or are passionate about supporting families affected, your participation makes a difference. Together, well walk, connect, and move with purposeeach step symbolizing strength, advocacy, and hope for the accreta community. Register [https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/?raceId=169974], set a goal for yourself or your team, and share the reason why you step up for accreta awareness!



Registration includes:

* Donation to National Accreta Foundation
* Fundraising page to share your story and why accreta awareness matters to you
* A digital bib
* Accreta Survivor Bag Charm

Prizes:

* Top fundraiser at the end of the month will be crowned our 2024 Accreta Awareness Champion and receive accreta swag and a special certificate for their efforts!
* Our fundraisers who donate or raise $250 will receive a NAF Koozie Cup [https://www.preventaccreta.org/gear/new-naf-green-stainless-steel-vacuum-tumbler-koozie]
* Our fundraisers who donate or raise $500 will receive a NAF Tote + $10 gift card to our Gear Store.
* Our fundraisers who donate or raise $750 will receive the choice of a NAF Embroidered Blanket [https://www.preventaccreta.org/aam-gifts]or NAF Tote + $25 gift card to our Gear Store.
* Our TOP fundraisers who donate or raise $1,000 will receive a new NAF Engraved Hydroflask Tumbler [https://www.preventaccreta.org/aam-gifts] + $25 gift card to our Gear Store.

Make it fun:

* Wear your accreta gear [https://www.preventaccreta.org/gear] and take a photo while you participate and send [https://www.preventaccreta.org/sharing-is-caring] it to us or tag us on social!
* Choose a location to get some extra steps and take a walk with your family, friends and/or local accreta sisters
* Record a short video on why you are Stepping Up for Accreta and use our #AccretaAwareness hashtag