From postnatal care to AI-powered platforms, investors are doubling down on the future of women’s health.
Here’s a quick snapshot of the startups that raised funds in August.
Femtech Startups Funded in June 2025
♀️Hesta Health - raised £2M in pre-seed funding.
→ Founded by: Dr Sujitha Selvarajah and Amanda Cupples
→ About: Address postnatal care gaps.
♀️Equip - raised $47M in funding.
→ Founded by: Kristina Saffran and Erin Parks, Ph.D.
→ About: Expand virtual eating disorder treatment.
♀️Gameto - raised $44M in Series C funding.
→ Founded by: Dina Radenkovic Turner and Martin Varsavsky
→ About: Advance stem cell IVF therapy into Phase 3 clinical trial.
♀️My Expert Midwife - raised £1.6M in funding.
→ Founded by: Lesley Gilchrist
→ About: Support e-commerce and retail expansion.
♀️DITTO Daily - raised £1.35M in funding.
→ Founded by: Alice van der Schoot
→ About: Develop science-based menstrual health supplements.
♀️Ovum AI - raised $1.7M in funding.
→ Founded by: Dr Ariella Heffernan-Marks
→ About: Build AI-powered women's health platform.
♀️Eight Sleep - raised $100M in funding.
→ Founded by: Matteo Franceschetti, Massimo Andreasi Bassi, Andrea Ballarini, and Alexandra Zatarain
→ About: Expand medical applications including women’s health features.
♀️Imagion Biosystems, Inc- raised $3.5M in funding.
→ Founded by: Edward Flynn
→ About: Advance breast cancer imaging technology.
♀️EliseAI - raised $250M in Series E funding.
→ Founded by: Minna Song and Stoyan (Tony) Stoyanov
→ About: Streamline women’s health operations with AI.
What Is Femtech?
Femtech (female technology) refers to software, diagnostics, products, and services that leverage technology to support and enhance women’s health. This spans reproductive health, fertility solutions, menopause care, maternal health, and more. With growing recognition of women’s unique healthcare needs, femtech remains one of the fastest-growing sectors in healthcare.
Why Is Femtech Booming in 2025?
- Increased Awareness & Demand: Women are advocating for tailored healthcare solutions to address their specific needs.
- Investment Surge: Venture capital is flowing into femtech, recognizing the potential of startups addressing long-overlooked issues.
- Tech Advancements: AI, wearables, and diagnostics are making women’s health solutions more accessible and effective.
- Regulatory Support: Governments and health organizations are prioritizing women’s healthcare, driving research and funding.
