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Prenatal Monitoring Devices

The 'Thread' System Gives Parents Pregnancy Updates

— July 6, 2016 — Lifestyle
This prenatal monitoring system checks up on the status of a soon-to-be mother's fetus.

The 'Thread' system comes with three separate devices -- the first of which is a wearable that senses and analyzes the fetus' "sleeping state and emotions based on movement." This information can be given to health professionals and the tech also allows the mother to speak to the fetus. Another device is meant for traveling fathers and alerts them when the fetus is awake -- the device also mimics the movements of the fetus so the father can feel them. The final component of this system is the accompanying app, which stores information, provides information and explains fetal growth.

This prenatal monitoring system ensures that soon-to-be parents are completely in tune with the fetus' health and progress.
Trend Themes
1. Wearable Prenatal Monitoring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a wearable device that not only monitors the health of the fetus but also provides real-time feedback and alerts to parents and healthcare professionals.
2. Remote Fetal Monitoring - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a device that allows traveling parents to remotely monitor the fetus' activity and receive updates, providing them with a sense of presence and connection.
3. Integrated Pregnancy Apps - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design an app that combines prenatal monitoring data, educational resources, and personalized recommendations to empower and support expectant parents throughout their pregnancy journey.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore advancements in healthcare technology to develop more accurate and reliable prenatal monitoring devices, improving the overall experience and outcomes for expectant parents.
2. Wearable Technology - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Merge wearable technology with prenatal monitoring systems, enabling seamless integration and enhancing convenience for pregnant individuals and their partners.
3. Mobile Application Development - Disruptive innovation opportunity: Utilize mobile application development to create comprehensive and user-friendly pregnancy apps, offering personalized support and accessible information for expectant parents.
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