Maternia develops a low-cost, non-invasive medical device that provides at-home prenatal care to women in underserved regions with limited access to antenatal services. The solution addresses the high rates of stillbirths by ensuring equitable access to quality maternal healthcare, empowering women to have a safe and healthy pregnancy journey.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
In underserved regions, limited access to prenatal care contributes to high rates of stillbirths and other maternal health complications. Traditional antenatal services are often inaccessible due to geographical barriers, infrastructure limitations, and financial constraints.
Solution
Maternia provides a low-cost, non-invasive medical device designed for at-home prenatal care, aiming to improve maternal and child health outcomes in regions with limited access to antenatal services. The device is simple and intuitive to use, requiring minimal technical expertise or infrastructure. By enabling at-home monitoring, Maternia aims to ensure equitable access to quality maternal healthcare, empowering women to have safer and healthier pregnancies. The solution complements existing traditional practices, placing pregnant women's voices at the center of their care journey and enabling clinicians to deliver tailored, patient-centric care.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes pregnant women in underserved regions with limited access to traditional antenatal care, as well as healthcare providers and organizations seeking to improve maternal health outcomes in these areas.
Features
- Low-tech design for ease of use with minimal technical requirements
- Low-cost to ensure accessibility of maternal health services
- Non-invasive, prioritizing the safety and comfort of the user
- Designed for at-home use, operating independently without on-site medical expertise
- Intuitive interface with clear and concise instructions