Yuzi, led by founder Stephiney Foley, brings a fresh perspective to maternal health. With firsthand experience of postpartum challenges, Foley’s vision for Yuzi is centered on redefining the post-delivery experience for new mothers in the US. Inspired by cultural traditions like “zuo yuezi,” Yuzi blends tradition with modernity, offering retreat experiences prioritizing comprehensive care, confidence-building, and community support. Set to launch its…
Muu, a new breast pump designed to cater to the needs of active parents, launches last week, conceptualized by Janice Gott, a mother and former Hollywood PR executive, who set out to make the breastfeeding experience more manageable for busy parents. Muu is a single-part, passive pump, created to fit discreetly under clothing, facilitating a hands-free, cordless experience. This design addresses common…
Portfolia, a U.S.-based venture capital firm known for its diverse investment portfolio, recently announced the launch of FemTech Fund III, a new investment vehicle focusing on women’s health. This fund, the third of its series, reflects the firm’s dedication to the women’s health and femtech sectors. Founded by Trish Costello in 2014, Portfolia stands out in the venture capital world with its…
Five years ago in a rapidly evolving world, where conversations about intimacy were often hushed and products remained hidden in the shadows, sexologist Rebecca Alvarez Story, set out on a remarkable mission. With years of experience supporting individuals on their journeys towards sexual wellness, she recognized the need for a paradigm shift in the space and created Bloomi, a category-defining brand that…
Founder Q&A is an interview series showcasing founders of disruptive startups in the healthcare and women’s health innovation ecosystem. In today’s Q&A you’ll hear from Chekesha Kidd, Co-Founder and CEO of Kinumi, a holistic health and wellness platform for active aging adults and their family caregivers. Kidd has successfully led businesses, from early-stage startups to market leading companies exceeding $1 billion in revenue.…
Founder Q&A is an interview series showcasing founders of disruptive startups in the healthcare and women’s health innovation ecosystem. In today’s Q&A you’ll hear from Toyosi Babalola is the CEO and Co-Founder of Abulé, a social care network that leverages the ancient wisdom of community-driven, value-based care, and the concept of trade by barter with powerful AI neural network algorithms. Babalola recently joined the second cohort…
Founder Q&A is an interview series showcasing founders of disruptive startups in the femtech and famtech ecosystem. In today’s Q&A, you’ll hear from Carmi Medoff, Founder & CEO of Onsite Kids, a new new venture that develops and operates high quality child care centers for today’s frontline families. She recently received the Founder Fellowship award from New York City Economic Development Corporation. Previously,…
2022 was a year for the history books – the impact of Roe v. Wade being overturned will be felt for years to come in and outside of the United States. As we head into 2023, we asked Dr. Elina Berglund Scherwitzl, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Natural Cycles to share her thoughts about the decision’s impact on the women’s health industry as…
