Thank you so much Mary Nyaruai! We're truly touched by your kind words and support. We're learning and growing every day, and it means a lot to have you with us on this journey. We believe that working together and supporting each other is essential to making real progress in gynae health, and we're so grateful to be part of such an inspiring community. 🧡 And yes, we couldn't agree more about the importance of boundaries and well-being! We're always striving to create a supportive and balanced environment, both within our team and in the wider femtech space. 🙌
Today’s #WCW shoutout goes to Valentina Milanova 🇺🇦 , an advisor, a friend, and a trailblazer in gynecological health. Our journey together began back at Techstars Sustainability Paris, where her support became a constant through the highs and lows of building a company. Valentina pays it forward selflessly, proving that yes, women in the same field can collaborate and lift each other up making sure founders like me have a front-row seat to her masterclass in innovation, grit, and generosity. One of the things that resonates deeply with me is her simple yet thoughtful email signature: “My working hours may not be your working hours. Please do not feel obligated to reply outside of your normal work schedule.” It’s a small reminder that speaks volumes. As entrepreneurs, we often feel like there is never enough time yet here is Valentina, reminding us that it is okay to take a break, breathe, and not answer every email at 3 a.m. 🙌 She gets it, and that empathy is rare. Now, let’s talk about her brainchild, Daye. The story begins with Valentina facing her own gynecological health challenges, only to discover that millions of women suffer from chronic menstrual pain . Her answer? The CBD pain-relieving tampon, because why should we settle for anything less than relief that works? She didn’t stop there. She took the humble tampon and turned it into a diagnostic tool that lets you test for STIs, HPV, fertility markers, and so much more from the comfort of your home. Daye’s work has truly ushered in a new “day” for women’s health, which is why TIME honored them on its Best Inventions of 2024 list! 🌟Their social media is a breathtaking visual journey that speaks directly to a new generation of women. Valentina and her team have created a brand that resonates deeply with Gen Z and Millennials who demand more from their healthcare, and it’s about time! Valentina, thankyou for leading with heart ,watching you disrupt the femtech space ,one that affects half the population yet remains underrepresented is beyond inspiring. Not only are you changing lives through Daye you are lifting others as you climb, and proving that collaboration over competition is the real way forward. To every woman hustling in a male-dominated world, take a page from Valentina’s book: be bold, break the mold, and let’s make history together .You are a true inspiration, and I am so lucky to have you on my side and honored to witness your groundbreaking journey. 🌍 #WCW #WomenInInnovation #DAYE #timesbestinventionlist2024