Product Code: ETC6184643 | Publication Date: Sep 2024 | Updated Date: Apr 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Bhawna Singh | No. of Pages: 75 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 20 |
The maternal health devices market is driven by the need for improved monitoring and diagnostic tools throughout pregnancy and childbirth. Devices such as fetal monitors, ultrasound machines, blood pressure cuffs, and wearable health tech are in demand across both public hospitals and private clinics. Innovation in portable and connected devices is a major trend, enhancing real-time maternal and fetal health tracking.
In the maternal health devices market, there is growing demand for wearable and home-use devices that track vital maternal health parameters such as blood pressure, fetal heart rate, and glucose levels. Medical device companies are innovating to develop compact, wireless, and user-friendly equipment for both clinical and remote monitoring. Hospitals and clinics are also investing in advanced labor and delivery monitoring systems.
The market for maternal health devices in Australia faces regulatory and logistical challenges. Devices such as fetal monitors and wearable pregnancy trackers require rigorous approval and compliance with safety standards, which can delay market entry for new innovations. Furthermore, public hospitals often operate with constrained budgets, limiting the procurement of advanced maternal health technologies. Consumer trust is another issue, as concerns about device accuracy and data privacy can affect usage.
This market segment is open to investments in wearable technology startups, remote monitoring solutions, and medical device manufacturing or distribution. Funding innovations in portable fetal monitors, smart maternity belts, and Bluetooth-enabled diagnostic devices can yield high returns. There`s also scope for joint ventures with hospitals for tech integration and data-driven maternal care initiatives.
In Australia, the maternal health devices market is subject to the same regulatory scrutiny as other medical devices, with approval required from the TGA before any device can be marketed. The governments focus on improving maternal health includes initiatives that encourage the development and adoption of new technologies that monitor pregnancy and childbirth. However, policies regarding the reimbursement of such devices under public health programs are inconsistent, which can limit their affordability for patients. Additionally, concerns over the safety and efficacy of new devices mean that regulatory bodies tend to err on the side of caution, slowing market growth.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Overview |
3.1 Australia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Modality, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
3.8 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Stage, 2021 & 2031F |
3.9 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
3.10 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.3 Market Restraints |
5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Trends |
6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Types |
6.1 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Product |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Product, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Fetal Monitoring Devices, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Obstetric Devices, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Birthing Beds, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Delivery Chairs, 2021- 2031F |
6.1.7 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Disposable Supplies and Consumables, 2021- 2031F |
6.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Modality |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Handheld, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Portable, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Standalone, 2021- 2031F |
6.2.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Wearables, 2021- 2031F |
6.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Type |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Point of Care Devices, 2021- 2031F |
6.3.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Traditional, 2021- 2031F |
6.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Stage |
6.4.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.4.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Parental Stage, 2021- 2031F |
6.4.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Birthing Stage, 2021- 2031F |
6.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By End User |
6.5.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.5.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Hospital, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Maternity Centers, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Nursing Facilities, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Specialty Clinics, 2021- 2031F |
6.5.6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Homecare Settings, 2021- 2031F |
6.6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market, By Distribution Channel |
6.6.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.6.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Direct Tender, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Retail Sales, 2021- 2031F |
6.6.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenues & Volume, By Online Sales, 2021- 2031F |
7 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Key Performance Indicators |
9 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Product, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Modality, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F |
9.4 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Stage, 2021 & 2031F |
9.5 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By End User, 2021 & 2031F |
9.6 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Opportunity Assessment, By Distribution Channel, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Australia Maternal Health Devices Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |