Self-Care Innovation for Every Stage of a Woman's Life
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Period pain, intimate health, and nutritional needs before, during, and after pregnancy—health-related issues specific to women occur throughout each phase of a woman’s life. Our human-centered approach to women's health innovation is rooted in a deep understanding of women's needs and the best science.
Women’s Health Innovation Requires Listening and Setting Aside Assumptions and Taboos
At Bayer, human-centered innovation in women’s health starts with designing with the whole person in mind. Through consumer research and conversations, we’ve heard repeatedly that lack of education is a significant barrier to self-care solutions in women’s health and that often taboos get in the way. To get the most from innovation, women must understand their bodies, what is causing their ailments, and how to best treat their underlying causes. This understanding empowers women with the education they need to ask for the innovative improvements they want in the products and services they use.
At the same time, we must value and respect the things that make each woman an individual. A mother in Columbia and one in China may have similarities, but their needs and wishes differ. By focusing on technology platforms that can be adapted locally, we can develop products and solutions that meet the needs of the many while being customizable enough to address individual concerns.
A vaginal yeast infection may feel uncomfortable, but choosing a treatment doesn’t have to be. Nancy Richaud, a packaging engineer at our Innovation Center in Gaillard, France, and her team improved the application experience for this intimate health product, Canesten GYN. Through an iterative design and testing process, the team developed an applicator that makes treatment easy to use at home and allows women to treat the infection at the site of symptoms, so they disappear quickly.
“My proudest moment was hearing from consumers when we first launched this applicator. They felt confident and raved about the improved experience. I'm incredibly proud of this innovation as it enhances women's well-being and comfort.”
– Nancy Richaud, Packaging Engineer
The Truth, Undressed & the Canesten Vagina Academy
This ground-breaking, global program showcases the truth about vulval and vaginal anatomy and health. Lesson plans include an accurate, diverse, and non-sexualized portrayal of vulvas, pubic hair, and true-to-life depictions of vaginal discharge intended to break down stereotypes and stigma—and free people from shame and discomfort.
Launching Vagina Academy is the first step in our commitment to helping women of all ages and backgrounds free themselves from shame. By doing away with shame and bringing in easy and friendly education, women can truly understand their bodies, talk more openly about issues, care for themselves better—and ultimately live their lives more fully.
Elevit’s Core Pregnancy range
The first 1,000 days of a baby's life are a critical time to set the foundation for lifelong health and development. The right nutrition and care during the 1,000 days window shapes a baby's ability to grow, learn, and thrive. The Nourishing the Future Global Report revealed that 60% of parents don’t realize poor nutrition impacts a baby's growth and development during both pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, most people understood that diet was important when embarking on the parenting journey: 68% of respondents said their everyday diet would need to change when trying to conceive. Elevit’s Core Pregnancy range provides tailored nutrition for each stage of the pregnancy journey to help parents, parents-to-be, and HCPs make the right choices at the right time to give children the best start in life.
Drug-free Relief for Period Pain
Busy schedules don’t include time for distracting, annoying menstrual cramps and backaches. Midol® Heat Vibes are not only effective and drug-free, they last up to 8 hours. The heat therapy relieves back pain and cramps associated with PMS and menstruation by promoting blood flow, reducing muscle tension and relaxing muscles. The convenient design fits seamlessly under clothing for discreet, on-the-go use.
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