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This Founder Is on a Mission to Make PMDD and Period Pain Impossible to Ignore

Ananya Grover | Founder of HealCycle In a space where women's health is often overlooked or siloed, HealCycle is carving…

Sonal, Driving Innovation in Women’s Intimate Health with Science at the Core

Sonal Pendharkar Kulkarni | Founder of Uvisa Health At the heart of groundbreaking innovation in women's health Sonal, a scientist-turned-entrepreneur…

Meet Smita, who turned personal loss into a global mission to make early breast cancer detection accessible for all.

Founder Spotlight: Smita Asrani | UE LifeSciences Meet Smita Asrani, a passionate healthcare leader and breast cancer awareness advocate, whose…

Meet the 19-Year-Old Founder Turning Pain Into Purpose With Papaya

Founder of Papaya, Tanya Mehta Born in Tanzania and raised in Edinburgh, this young founder's entrepreneurial spirit sparked at just…

How Gayatri & Sanjana Are Tackling the Midlife Health Gap for Women

Co-founders of Miyara, Gayatri  and Sanjana Gayatri and Sanjana, both accomplished scientists with extensive academic backgrounds and professional journeys, joined…

How Aashika Abraham Turned Her Own Struggles into a Global Solution for Moms

Aashika Abraham, Founder of MAMMA-MIYA  After nearly two decades building a high-impact career in sports marketing, sponsorships, and media management—with…

Meet Shilpa, Our Community Member, Empowering Others to Grow and Reach New Heights

Shilpa Banerjee, Community Member | Women's Health Enthusiast  With a background in journalism, I began my career uncovering stories, perspectives,…

How Smriti Tandon Is Putting Rural Women at the Center of India’s Health-Tech Boom

Smriti Tandon I Co-founder, Online Chikitsa Mitra Smriti Tandon, Co-founder of Online Chikitsa Mitra, is on a mission to reshape…

Aditi on mission : making quality healthcare a right, not a privilege—for underserved women everywhere.

A Conversation with Aditi Hazra-Ganju the founder of Saathealth. With over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and healthcare…

Swarnima from Lucknow to Leading the Change in Women’s Health in India with Gytree

A Conversation with Swarnima Bhattacharya the founder of Gytree. Swarnima’s story begins in Lucknow/India, in a humble middle-class family. Her…

Carina Kohli from Personal Struggles to Healthcare Innovation

A Conversation with Carina Kholi the Founder of Humm care. Passion for healthcare, particularly women’s health, has been a defining…

Bangalore gets its first family-first, members only space – reshaping family time

Balancing family life just got easier. Introducing Coro, an exclusive family-focused members club in India, that's designed to redefine how…

From Policy to Practice, Priya Bathija Reshaping Women’s Health with Strategy & Tech.

A Conversation with Priya Bathija the Founder of Nyoo Health In a world where women's health is often overlooked, the…

The Alarming Rise of Early Puberty: Unraveling the Environmental Link

Over the past decade, a concerning trend has emerged across the globe—an increasing number of young girls are experiencing puberty…

Allo Health Raises ₹16 Crore to Expand India’s Largest Sexual Health Ecosystem

Funds to accelerate clinic expansion, AI-driven treatment protocols, and patient-first healthcare innovations. Now operating 35+ clinics across major cities Bangalore,…

Naarica, a pioneering brand in the sanitary hygiene space, has joined hands with Saina Nehwal

Mumbai/Bengaluru, 10th February 2025 – Naarica, a pioneering brand in the menstrual hygiene industry, proudly announces its strategic partnership with…

Juliet Oliver on Revolutionizing Endometriosis Care with Endo45

In celebration of Women’s Day, FemTech India is spotlighting female trailblazers who are revolutionizing the industry. One such leader is Juliet…

Dr. Roopan Gill: Advancing Global Reproductive Autonomy Through Technology and Humanitarian Work

In celebration of Women’s Day, FemTech India is spotlighting female trailblazers who are revolutionizing the industry. Interview with Roopan Gill, OB-GYN…

Beyond Quick Fixes: Building Evidence-Based Women’s Health Solutions – Dr Sukhpreet Patel, MenopauseWize

In celebration of Women’s Day, FemTech India is spotlighting female trailblazers from our global community. Throughout March, we’re sharing the…

Priyanka Aggarwal Championing Women’s Health with Aura Fem Health | A Women’s Day Spotlight Series by FemTech India

In celebration of Women’s Day, FemTech India is spotlighting female trailblazers from our global community. Throughout March, we’re sharing the…

In honor of Women’s Day, FemTech India spotlights Saki, Championing Women’s Health Innovation as a Partner at NEXTBLUE

In honor of Women’s Day, FemTech India is spotlighting female trailblazers driving innovation in women’s health with our global community…

Sirona Founders in Final Stages of Buying Back Their Menstrual Hygiene Brand from Good Glamm Group.

India's FemTech Industry Sees Major Move as Sirona's Founders Reacquire the Brand In a remarkable turn of events, Deep Bajaj…

AI-Driven Care for Pregnancy and Postpartum: Myri Health Launches Advanced Features for Maternal Care

Myri Health, a leading maternal healthcare platform, is announcing the launch of its new AI-powered features designed to provide personalized,…

Health-tech startup Humm Care, now valued at USD 5 Million, raises investment to empower women’s health and family care in India

This latest round of funding will assist Humm Care to work towards empowering 31 million people working in corporate India…

Preparing for Perimenopause: Early Intervention and Support

Dr Nagaveni R, Consultant - Obstetrician & Gynecologist, Motherhood Hospitals. Perimenopause is a significant yet often misunderstood phase in a…

Can Women Have It All? Yes, We Can OR Leading Change: Women at the Top

Here's a roundup of our notable Mother's Day event with stimulating Panel discussions and an Exclusive Feature of Momly, a…

Myri’s Latest: Comprehensive Support for Pregnant Women, from Conception to Postpartum Care

Myri's latest feature is out, designed specifically for pregnant women, aiming to provide comprehensive support from conception to postpartum. Myri…

Conditions That Highlight The Women’s Health Gap

There’s a persistent gender health gap, with women being under-diagnosed for certain conditions, compared to men. The researchers surmised that…

Empowering Expectant Mother’s Journey: BobiHealth’s Commitment to Safe Pregnancy!

Today, startups in the pregnancy space are revolutionizing maternal health by leveraging technology to improve outcomes for expectant mothers and…

Mental health firm Grow Theraphy bags $88 million in Series C funding!

Grow Therapy, a New York City-based mental health technology firm, has successfully secured $88 million in its Series C funding…

InStride Health Raises $30 Million Series B Funding

InStride Health, a provider of outpatient specialty treatment for pediatric anxiety and OCD, has successfully closed an oversubscribed $30M Series…

Rome-based startup Sense4Med raises €510k in funding

Rome-based startup Sense4Med has successfully secured €510k in funding from investors such as Innova Venture and Scientifica Venture Capital. A…

The Demise of D2C in healthcare – A Sunset on the Horizon?

Opening the Doors: Where did it start? For decades, healthcare has thrived on direct-to-consumer (D2C) interactions, where patients are directly…

Meet the mothers, on a mission!

How Neha and Supriya of Momly, have created a platform for women to navigate motherhood. During a recent interview with…

Edgewood Oncology, a clinical-stage biotechnology company raises $20 million in funding

Brookline, headquartered Edgewood Oncology, a clinical-stage biotechnology firm specializing in administering BTX-A51 to individuals with hematologic malignancies and genetically-specific solid…

Engrail raises $157 million in funding for anxiety medication

Engrail Therapeutics, a neuroscience firm based in San Diego, successfully closed its Series B funding round, raising an impressive $157…

Wearable tech startup Ultrahuman raises $35 million

Ultrahuman, a startup in the wearable tech space, has successfully secured $35 million in its Series B funding round. This…

BobiHealth Revolutionizes Maternal Healthcare with Groundbreaking AI Technology

San Antonio, TX - March 18, 2024 - BobiHealth, a visionary leader in maternal healthcare,  proudly announces the official launch…

Back-to-back funding for personal care and cosmetic brand – The Good Glamm Group

The Good Glamm Group is currently in discussions to secure $70 million in Series E funding, maintaining a steady valuation…

UNICEF Reports: Merely 13% of Indian Girls Have Knowledge About Menstruation Before Their First Period

In India, menstruation remains a highly stigmatized topic, contributing to a lack of awareness and access to menstrual health and…

The Booming Indian Fertility Market and the Role of Technology

In recent years, the landscape of fertility treatment in India has been undergoing a significant transformation, fueled by a combination…

The Battle Against HPV-Related Cancers in India: Innovations and Startups Leading the Charge

World Cancer Day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness, preventing cancer, and fostering a collective effort to reduce…

Here’s a detailed overview of the key points highlighted by Union Minister Smriti Irani at Davos and how they are putting women’s health in focus.

The World Economic Forum in Davos, Union Women and Child Development Minister Smriti Irani passionately highlighted India's groundbreaking initiatives and…

Catalyzing maternal health equity in India through a digital health platform: Lessons from Together for Her!

India has witnessed notable progress in reducing maternal mortality, marked by significant declines in absolute numbers. However, this positive trend…

Avisha, the founder of Nushu, is redefining the narrative around periods with ‘Lace, Leaks, and Changing the Conversation Around Menstruation

In the ever-evolving landscape of FemTech, where innovation meets women's health, Avisha, the visionary founder of Nushu, shares her inspiring…

Cervical Cancer Landscape: India’s HPV Vaccination Drive and Beyond

As the world observes Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, India is poised to launch a groundbreaking Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive…

We asked FemTech founders about their resolutions. What did they tick off their lists for the new year!

2023 has been an exceptional for the FemTech industry. It was marked by tremendous growth, significant achievements, and invaluable potential…

How Shagun Maheshwari Turned a Hobby Project into Papaya, Redefining Comfort, Safety, and Sustainability.

In a recent interview with Team FemTech India, we had the pleasure of chatting with Shagun Maheshwari, the innovative mind…

The Hub of Growth and Opportunities in FemTech and Wellness!

Unveiling India's Unmatched Potential In the heart of South Asia lies a country teeming with diversity, culture, and a population…

What to Expect in FemTech Trends for 2024

FemTech Trends to Watch: Unreleased Innovations and Potential Growth The FemTech industry is at the forefront of revolutionizing women's healthcare…

Dr. Susan Nicholson, Jessica J. Federer, and Keren Leshem strengthen Aspivix’s Board, enhancing leadership in innovative Women’s Health Care

Aspivix, a pioneering leader in women's health, is pleased to announce the appointment of two esteemed professionals, Dr. Susan Nicholson…

Femovate Announces 30 New Early-Stage Femtech Startups for Its 2024 UX Design Sponsorship Program

Launched in 2022 by Guidea, an award-winning UX design agency, Femovate helps femtech startups overcome funding inequalities, along with massive…

Sassiest Founder Aishwarya Dua Brings Sextech into Mainstream MedTech, Raises Pre-Series Led By IMbesharam’s Raj Armani

Gurgaon, India- Aishwarya Dua, the innovation-forward Founder and CEO of Sassiest, one of India's groundbreaking brands for an all-inclusive women…

Redefining the M2M space! – A holistic approach for Menstruation to Menopause

In conversation: Dr Rajesh Mahadevan, co-founder of Nava Life, an initiative that aims to revolutionise the women’s healthcare space from…

These FemTech Gifting Options Will Brighten Up Your Diwali

It’s no secret that the pressures of the festive season fall disproportionately on women. Over the years, studies have shown…

It’s our 1-year anniversary!!

It's hard to believe that it has already been a year since Jayant and I embarked on the incredible journey…

70% of Women Face Menstrual Health Challenges, reveals India’s Largest Healthy Study by Gynoveda

In a recent groundbreaking endeavor, Gynoveda, the World’s first Ayurveda FemTech brand, conducted India’s largest Period Health Study. The survey…

Top Trends Driving Femtech in India in 2023 – An Outlook

There are many fallacies built around female healthcare. Poor hygiene and wellness are the outcomes of the stigma that is…

Maternity Leave Policy in India FAQs

A re you a mom-to-be, or are you a new mom? And, are you a working professional who is a…

HIV Awareness in 2022 – Living and surviving with the disease in India

P andemic was a blessing in disguise. While it was sad that many people lost their lives due to COVID-19…

In conversation: Jenny Holmström of Coupleness, the app that is reinventing love in the modern age!

D id you know that almost 50% of all marriages end up in divorce and that the most common reason…

A roundup of new-age motherhood start-ups

Are you a mom-to-be, or are you a new mom? Do you happen to have questions about your baby’s wellbeing…

You know it, but you don’t! — Treating HPV, the right way!

While skin cancer, breast cancer, and lung cancer seem to be one of the major causes of concern, there is…

Pinning the Pink Ribbon! Caring for Breast Cancer

Come October, it is time to flash the pink ribbon and support all the Breast Cancer survivors and warriors. However,…

Tipping the Gender Balance in FemTech

Do you find it alarming to discuss menstruation issues with your male partners, male family members, or male friends? Or,…

Indian Companies Breaking Stigma Barriers with Period Leave

Period Leaves Explained!   It is still considered taboo to speak about periods of menstruation in most parts of the…

What is Femtech?

Long gone are those days where speaking about menstruation was a taboo! We are all well past those days when…

Pressing Pause on Fertility Through Egg Freezing

The growth of technology has touched into all spheres of lives. Not so surprisingly, the role of technology and advancement…

GIFT IDEAS FOR HEALTHIER AND HAPPIER VALENTINES’ DAY 

V alentine's Day is just around the corner and it's time to start thinking about the perfect gift for your…