Introducing Our New Judge: Lauren Barber, CEO of NeedleCalm

We’re excited to announce Lauren Barber, CEO of NeedleCalm, as our new judge for Pause Awards’23. A dedicated clinical nurse specialist, Lauren is passionate about innovation in healthcare and supports early stage medical device startups. With exciting updates like our expanded award levels, a fresh Investable Score, and diverse judges from leading Australian companies, Pause […]

Happy International Nurses Day

“Happy #InternationalNursesDay to our nursing community! May this day be cherished as a reminder of the strength, support and resilience that you continue to provide.” – Lauren Barber MACNBachelor of Nursing, 2009Founder of NeedleCalm Pty Ltd Drawing inspiration from personal experience, Charles Sturt University Alumni Lauren Barber pivoted her nursing career to develop an innovative medical device to address a key […]

Important Announcement!

We are pleased to let you know that Lauren now officially taking bookings starting next week at Sydney Phobia Clinic. To compliment an already fantastic program provided by the clinical psychologists she has put together packages for patients which include :1) Medication administration assistance2) Needle exposure sessions (2 hrs)3) Appointment attendance4) Medical procedure preparation and/or […]

What is Trypanophobia?

Introducing Trypanophobia, the tongue-twister of a word for needle phobia. Have you ever found yourself paralyzed with fear at the thought of a needle? You may just have it. The exact cause is a mystery, but it can be triggered by various factors, from environmental to genetic influences. The symptoms can range from heightened anxiety […]

All you have to do is just show up.

Are you guilty of neglecting your health and putting it on the back burner? Do you have crumpled pathology request forms and overdue check-up reminders buried deep in your handbag or inbox? It’s time to prioritize your wellbeing and stop the cycle of healthcare avoidance. Your health is more valuable than any material possession or […]

Are your kids afraid of needles?

Here are some parenting hacks to help make sure your kids get their medicine easily and will develop a positive attitude towards receiving medical treatment.😇 As soon as a baby enters the world they undergo a series of routine procedures that involve needles like Vitamin K or Hep B injections.👣 Before leaving hospital they may […]

Endeavour Awards 2022

We are pleased to share our recent recognition for being awarded as the Endeavour Awards – Australia’s Most Outstanding Startup in 2022. Sponsored by Manufacturers Monthly, these awards represent one of the most prestigious recognitions from within the manufacturing industry. Our thanks go out to all of our sponsors and Prime Creative Media and AMGC […]

NeedleCalm receives the Tech For Good Female Founders Award 2022

Last week we had the honour of receiving the Tech for Good Female Founder Award presented by Fishburners. It was an incredible night with a line up of some really impressive start-ups and founders including BindiMaps HomeableBookbot, LendForGood, PairTree, Humanitix, NetNada, baresop. RecycleSmart, GreenGravity, FloodMapp, Adiona,  PeakMedical, Harrison.ai, nuroflux, Genepath Laboratories,  Compassion Creamery, JetWet Technology and […]

NeedleCalm is now readily avaliable to IVF patients

IVF treatment is probably one of the most stressful treatments involving needles that we have come across. Almost on a weekly basis we hear from patients that are having difficulty performing their procedures and worse yet having no body on hand to help them especially when it comes to those crucial trigger injections. We are […]

Remember Needle-Phobia!

This acronym is a great way of remembering some simple tips and tricks to help your needle-phobic patients. Remember that giving them a few extra minutes of your time can help change a patient’s trajectory, set or re-set their relationship with their own health and their relationship with their healthcare provider. Being on the receiving […]

AUSMUM22 Finalist

We are pleased to announce that our founder and inventor of NeedleCalm has been selected as a finalist in this years @ausmumpreneur awards in the Product Innovation category. We are honoured to be a part of this spectacular network of female entrepreneurs. Head to Ausmumpreneur.com to view the full list of finalists. Stay tuned for more news after the […]