Carrot Fertility, a leading company in fertility and family-building care, has launched CarrotMatch for maternity, a new pregnancy navigation system designed to connect members with the best pregnancy providers for their specific needs. The tool leverages a unique dataset that evaluates providers across more than 200 metrics, ensuring that members are matched with the highest quality and most cost-effective care available. CarrotMatch…
CooperSurgical has introduced a new single-hand inserter for its Paragard intrauterine copper contraceptive (IUD). Recently approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this new inserter is designed to simplify the insertion process, making Paragard more accessible for healthcare providers and patients. Paragard has been a trusted option for over 30 years, offering more than 99% efficacy in preventing pregnancy for…
Medscape Education, a leader in continuing medical education, has announced the formation of the Innovations in Women’s Health Coalition (IWHC), furthering its dedication to addressing disparities in women’s healthcare. The coalition aims to advance comprehensive, patient-centered care for women across all life stages by bringing together experts from leading organizations, including the American Medical Association (AMA), March of Dimes (MoD), National Association…
Midi Health, a leading virtual care clinic specializing in perimenopause and menopause, has announced an exclusive partnership with Mount Sinai Health System, a prestigious healthcare network in New York City, to expand access to expert menopause care for women across the metro area. This collaboration aims to address the significant gap in healthcare for women experiencing midlife hormonal changes. Despite the life-altering…
Owlet, a leader in smart infant monitoring, has announced the expanded availability of its medically-certified Dream Sock across Europe. The announcement was made at Kind + Jugend, a major trade show in Cologne, Germany, where Owlet showcased the Dream Sock and shared its plans to make the device accessible in additional European countries, including Poland, Greece, and the Czech Republic. The Dream…
Laiqa Wellness, a femtech startup based in Gurugram, has successfully raised ₹15 crore ($1.78M USD) in its seed funding round led by IvyCap Ventures. This investment marks a significant milestone for the company as it continues to innovate and expand its tech-based solutions focused on personalized hormonal health tracking and holistic wellness. Founded in August 2023 by Monica Bindra, Harmeet Bindra, and…
Every Thursday we send out a curated newsletter on all things femtech and women’s health innovation. This is an excerpt from the latest edition. If you’d like to subscribe, you can do so at the bottom of this page. Highlights Melodi Health secures $10.75M in Series A funding; enrolls first patient in pivotal breast reconstruction trial. Curioraises ‘significant investment’ to expand digital therapeutics for women’s…
HANX, the UK-based sexual wellness and intimate care brand, has announced a significant expansion of its digital pharmacy services with the introduction of GLP-1 medications, marking its evolution into the broader femtech category. The new weight management offering is designed to support women struggling with conditions like Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), endometriosis, and menopause. The GLP-1 medications, Mounjaro (tirzepatide) and Wegovy (semaglutide),…
