Innovative Breast Milk Monitor Unveiled at CES Wows Parents

A groundbreaking innovation for breastfeeding parents has emerged from Coroflow, introducing a device that meticulously tracks the volume of breast milk ingested by infants in real-time. The device measures this intake with precision up to 0.1 milliliters—a revolutionary first in commercial offerings.

The device, known as Coro, is a silicone nipple shield equipped with a unique microflow gauge that reports milk intake levels. The associated mobile application provides insight into milk volumes and records feeding patterns specific to each breast, enabling parents to better understand their infant's nutritional habits.

Delicately designed to be as thin as a contact lens, this nipple shield functions similarly to protect the skin, as other nipple shields might. As milk is consumed, the flow is monitored live by the app, giving parents rapid feedback.

Statistics reveal that while initially, 83% of American mothers commence breastfeeding, this figure diminishes to 25% by the time their baby reaches six months, with exclusive breastfeeding drastically declining.

According to Susie Benson, who spearheads growth at Coroflow, a prevalent cause for women ceasing breastfeeding globally is the anxiety regarding insufficient milk supply. She emphasizes the ease and non-intrusiveness of using this at-home solution, stating that this method offers a quantifying tool absent in the present market.

Helen Barry, a doctor and co-founder of Coroflow, experienced firsthand the challenges of tracking her newborn's nourishment through frequent weigh-ins due to low birth weight. With her husband, an engineer skilled in flow-sensing technology, they birthed the Coro to deliver precise, instant data to empower other caregivers.

Coroflow is also set to establish itself as the premier repository of breastfeeding data globally, which could greatly benefit scientific research on what constitutes ‘normal’ milk supply, including an ongoing project with the University of California, Irvine, focused on child growth patterns.

Reflecting on personal experiences, many note that access to a tool like Coro could have greatly eased their breastfeeding journey. One mother shared that struggles with low milk supply delayed necessary adjustments, affecting her mental wellness postpartum, a sentiment echoed by many at CES.

Initially, Coro will be available in a standard medium size, with plans for small and large varieties in development. Users can refer to fit resources to ensure suitability. The shield is easy to clean with soap and water, and recharges in a compact carry case that syncs with your smartphone.

Coro is set to hit US retailers in September, priced at $299.