Australian women’s health tech startup, Femtek, has raised $1 million to drive the development of its signature product, the Basal Body Ring. Led by Arcanys Ventures and Techstars, with participation from angel investors, this funding round reflects a significant milestone for Femtek following a successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $133,000. Founded by Olivia Orchowski in 2020, Femtek aims to address the…
Smart ring maker ŌURA has recently launched Pregnancy Insights, a new feature designed to provide expectant mothers with comprehensive data-driven support throughout their pregnancy journey. Pregnancy entails significant physiological changes, impacting everything from sleep patterns to biometric markers. To address the unique needs of pregnant women, ŌURA‘s Science team utilized aggregate and de-identified member data to understand how these markers evolve during…
Samphire Neuroscience, a medtech startup, has announced a successful $2.3 million pre-seed funding round for its pioneering neurotechnology wearable, Nettle. Designed to manage premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and menstrual pain, Nettle represents a significant step forward in at-home neurostimulation treatment. With over 90% of women affected by menstrual pain and PMS at some point, the demand for such solutions is evident. The funding…
Researchers at the University of Washington have created a novel wearable technology, the Thermal Earring, which can continuously monitor a user’s earlobe temperature. This smart earring, designed to be both a fashionable accessory and a health monitoring device, has shown promising results in a study involving six users, particularly in the field of reproductive health monitoring. The Thermal Earring is a wireless…
Initially the Oura Ring promised better sleep, but its collaboration with Natural Cycles delivered something I hadn’t envisioned: a smart, straightforward way to manage my reproductive health. Starting in August 2022, I began using an Oura Ring alongside Natural Cycles initially for contraception. This partnership has transformed my approach to fertility and contraception, evolving from a background concern into an integrated part…
Garmin has recently expanded its wearable technology portfolio with the introduction of the Lily 2 series. This line of smartwatches is specifically designed to cater to women’s health needs while maintaining a sleek and customizable aesthetic. The Lily 2 and Lily 2 Classic models feature metal watch cases and a unique patterned lens that reveals a touchscreen display. The design of the…
Owlet, a company specializing in smart infant monitoring technology, has recently launched BabySat, a new FDA-cleared pulse oximetry monitoring system for infants with specific health needs. This development follows closely after the company’s introduction of the FDA-cleared Dream Sock, expanding its portfolio of medical-grade, at-home monitoring devices. The BabySat is designed to provide accurate and reliable vital sign tracking for infants aged…
Clue, a period tracking and reproductive health app and smart ring technology company ŌURA have announced a new integration. This partnership combines Clue’s menstrual health tracking with ŌURA’s biometric sensing capabilities, aiming to enhance personal health management and research in female health. The new integration allows iOS users of the Clue app to connect with the Oura Ring for tracking body temperature…
