Nuvo Group, the company behind INVU, an FDA-approved remote pregnancy monitoring platform, and Israeli Sheba Medical Center have partnered to evaluate a new virtual care regimen for the management of gestational diabetes. The first phase of the collaboration has now been completed. As part of the pilot program medically necessary non-stress tests (NSTs) were shifted to home-based, remote monitoring using INVU rather than…
When it comes to fertility and pregnancy, there are various factors that come into play. Understanding the intricacies of the menstrual cycle and how it affects fertility is essential for those trying to conceive. In recent years, there has been some discussion about the use of Mucinex, a popular over-the-counter medication, to aid in getting pregnant. It is important to gather all…
Miscarriage is a heartbreaking experience that affects many women and their partners during pregnancy. The moment a heartbeat is heard can bring hope and excitement, but sadly it doesn’t guarantee that a pregnancy will continue smoothly. It’s crucial to have a thorough understanding of the odds around miscarriage after hearing a heartbeat in order to navigate this emotionally challenging journey. Miscarriage is…
Proov, known for its PdG-test and full cycle tracking kit is launching another product: The Proov Check Early Pregnancy Test. The new test allows women to use the tests up to five days before their next expected period to detect hCG (human Chorionic Gonadotropin) in urine, which is only present when pregnant. Results can be expected within 5 minutes of taking the…
Trying to conceive after experiencing a chemical pregnancy can be an emotional journey filled with hope and uncertainty. A chemical pregnancy refers to a very early miscarriage that occurs shortly after implantation. It can be a heartbreaking experience, but it’s important to remember that it doesn’t necessarily mean you won’t be able to get pregnant again. In this comprehensive guide, we will…
Mirvie‘s proprietary RNA platform combines revolutionary analysis of tens of thousands of RNA messages from the baby, the placenta and the mom, with machine learning. The platform opens a new window into pregnancy health for expecting parents to act and their doctors to intervene before unexpected complications become a crisis. It can predict preeclampsia and preterm birth months before they happen by…
Natural Cycles, the FDA-cleared birth control app is introducing ‘Recovery Mode’ to support users who experience pregnancy loss before 20 weeks. The new feature was developed to help women who used its NC° Plan Pregnancy to conceive and whose pregnancy results in miscarriage as they recover physically and emotionally. About one in four pregnancies end in a miscarriage – a rate consistent with…
Last year Los-Angeles based maternal health company Ruth Health went through Y-Combinator and UnitedHealthcare Accelerator Powered by Techstars. Today, as the company is preparing for further growth, they are announcing a $2.4M seed round led by Giant Ventures. Other participants in the round include Citylight VC, Cleo Capital Scout Fund, Crista Galli Ventures, Duro VC, Emmeline Ventures, Gaingels, Global Founders Capital, Pentas…
