Last week, tech companies from across the country — and the world — descended on Las Vegas to show off their latest and greatest gadgets at the Consumer Electronics Show. And there was one item, in particular, that could be the answer to every nursing mom’s prayers: it’s a “smart” wearable breast pump.
According to CNN, the Willow pump works inside of your bra and collects your milk in an internal four-ounce bag, and tracks the milk volume through an app. The app can also compare your data from past pumping and set reminders and alerts. Without any cords or tubes dangling from your chest, mothers can move around, hands-free, with the battery-powered pump.
Each set comes with two pumps, 24 4-ounce Milk Bags, cleaning brushes, carrying bags, a pump charger and more, according to the Willow website.
John Chang, founder and CTO of Willow told CNN that his wife and three kids were the inspiration behind this high-tech pump, and he hopes that his product will help more women breastfeed with its simplicity and silent pumping.
The Willow will be available to purchase in spring for $430.
Other Parenting Technology at CES
Here are some other gadgets that are hitting the shelves to make parenting life easier.
Snoo, an infant bassinet that keeps babies from laying on their stomachs, was also highlighted at CES, according to CNN. The bed’s audio sensor listens for noise, and can either be manually moved or automatically moved when the sensor hears crying. The bed is designed for babies up to 7 months old, and is now available for purchase at $1,160 a pop.
Phillips Sonicare is launching a Bluetooth Toothbrush for $40 that will end the fight to lengthen teeth-brushing time. Tom’s Guide reports that the app-connected toothbrush allows kids to adopt “Sparkly,” a monster who needs his teeth brushed and guides them through the brushing routine. Kids can break gaming goals set by their parents in the app.
Childproofing your home can be a nightmare – but Smart Cube is using Bluetooth technology to lock up drawers, cabinets or closets with ease. The cube attaches to the inside and a screw-like piece attaches to the door. The Smart Armor app helps the Cube sense the presence of any individuals who have permission to get into those closed areas, and will open the door for them. You can also open them with a passcode. The Smart Cube retails for $69, but multi-packs lower the price per cube to $40, according to Tom’s Guide.
