Annabella has announced the launch of its FDA-cleared double breast pump, designed to further elevate the breastfeeding experience. Following the launch of its single pump, which introduced a novel approach to breast milk expression, the double pump now promises to deliver even greater efficiency and comfort for mothers. Clinical studies indicate that Annabella’s pumps allow mothers to express 50% more milk on…
BoobyBiome, a biotechnology company focused on infant health, has secured a £1.6 million Biomedical Catalyst grant from Innovate UK. The funding will support the testing and scale-up of BoobyBiome’s Synbiotic, a product developed from breast milk to improve gut health in infants. “We are delighted to receive this substantial grant from Innovate UK,” stated Dr. Lydia Mapstone, CEO and Co-founder of BoobyBiome.…
UK-based femtech startup Elvie has secured £9.6 million in funding. The investment round was backed by existing investors and adds to Elvie’s impressive fundraising history, which includes a £70.7 million Series C round in 2021 and an £18.5 million internal investment in 2022. The company has raised a total of $136 million to date from investors such as BlackRock, Octopus Ventures, and…
BoobyBiome, a UK-based startup headquartered in the Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health, is on a mission to transform infant health for generations to come. Founded by three female entrepreneurs with expertise in microbiology, neuroscience, chemistry, and biophysics, BoobyBiome is advancing the field of infant feeding by harnessing the power of the breast milk microbiome. Since its inception in 2019, BoobyBiome…
Coroflo, an Ireland-based medtech startup, has secured €2.8 million in equity funding to launch its breastfeeding monitor, named Coro. This latest round of funding brings the total equity investment in the company to €4.2 million. The Coro device, featuring a patented micro-flow meter within a standard silicone nipple shield, aims to provide real-time data on milk flow to nursing mothers, addressing concerns…
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…
In a move that highlights the growing need for comprehensive breastfeeding support, especially for working mothers, pumpspotting has announced a $2.2M Series Seed II funding round. Led by Sincere Corporation and Maine Venture Fund, the investment round also saw participation from Unum Business Ventures and Maine Technology Institute. Pumpspotting offers a tech-enabled program that aids companies in establishing inclusive, feeding-friendly cultures. It…
In commemoration of World Breastfeeding Week (1st – 7th of August 2023) LactApp has released its latest report on global breastfeeding education among healthcare professionals. Alarmingly, the report uncovered that 93% of healthcare workers did not receive adequate breastfeeding education during their academic training, spotlighting a critical gap in maternal healthcare. The Barcelona-based startup, known for its breastfeeding mobile apps, conducted a…
