Breast

The Elvie Pump works with a smartphone app

Wearables

Wearable device promises silent-running breast-pumping

For nursing mothers who don't wish to be tied down to a non-portable breast pump, there are already wearable versions that can be slipped under a bra. Women's tech company Elvie is taking things a step further, by announcing what it claims is the world's first silent wearable breast pump.

Since the overall shape closely resembles that of a natural breast, women can wear the Willow pump discreetly under a normal bra

Wearables

Wireless wearable offers mothers a discreet way to pump

Most breast pumps require secluded privacy to use, oftentimes leashing women to wall outlets and/or bulky tote bags. The Willow wearable breast pump, showcased at CES 2017, promises freedom with a wireless hands-free design that slips right under one's clothing.

Newly developed actuators and "smart yarn" have been used to create the Bionic Bra (Photo: University of Wollongong)

Wearables

Responsive "Bionic Bra" adjusts to breast movement

Almost one in five women avoid exercise because of breast-related problems such as pain, breast bounce and not being able to find the right sports bra. The Bionic Bra, which quickly adjusts to breast movement, providing more - or less - support as required, should provide welcome relief.