
I'm joined by Ananya Grover, Founder of HealCycle, a Labouisse Fellow, and Entrepreneur-in-Residence at Antler. With a background in public health and a passion for women's health, Ananya has dedicated her career to developing innovative solutions for women's health and wellness.
This episode explores the intersection of hormonal and mental health, discussing the importance of emotional support and personalized insights for women dealing with premenstrual symptoms and conditions like PMDD. Ananya shares her journey in founding HealCycle, a hormone and mood tracking app, and emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to women's health.
Key Discussion Points:
π₯ What happens when hormonal and mental health intersect?
π€― The surprising connection between PMS and PMDD
π‘ How AI can help support women's mental health
π The importance of personalized user experiences in health tech
π₯ The role of community building in mental health support
π» The challenges of developing AI companions for mental health
π The future of women's health technology and its potential impact
Timecodes:
0:00 - Introduction
0:15 - The Spark Behind HealCycle: Ananya's Journey
5:55 - The Importance of Hormonal Tracking in Women's Health
8:16 - Product Design Choices: Addressing Serious Health Concerns
10:51 - HealCycle's Global Reach: User Demographics
12:03 - Differentiating HealCycle from Competitors
14:55 - Building the First 100 Users: Strategies and Insights
20:34 - Safeguarding Users: AI Companion Ethics
23:08 - Balancing Warmth and Guidance in AI Interactions
25:40 - Learning from Failures: Distribution Challenges
27:12 - User Onboarding: Cultural Considerations
30:06 - Direct-to-Consumer Strategy: Insights on Healthcare Distribution
32:39 - Exploring Partnerships with Healthcare Professionals
35:38 - Future Directions: Habit Change and Health Coaching
36:59 - Current Challenges: Growth and Retention
37:18 - Lessons Learned: Growth Hacks and Mistakes
38:37 - Never Get A Cold Email
41:23 - Closing Remarks and Where to Find HealCycle
Important Links:
You can reach Ananya Grover at https://www.linkedin.com/in/ananya-grover
Vishesh, your host at https://vishesh.space
Checkout HealCycle at https://www.healcycle.com/
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