The challenge
Women’s health has long been fragmented and underfunded, with care systems that separate physical symptoms from mental well-being. From menstruation to menopause, women face delayed diagnoses, misaligned treatments, and limited access to coordinated care. Mental health concerns—deeply intertwined with hormonal, reproductive, and life-stage changes—are too often overlooked.
This disconnect results in unnecessary suffering, economic loss, and systemic inefficiencies. According to the McKinsey Health Institute and the World Economic Forum, closing the gender health gap represents a $1 trillion global opportunity—a figure that highlights both the scale of the problem and the potential of bold, integrated solutions.
Turning challenge into opportunity
EsterCare was created to simplify access to women’s healthcare—removing the friction, delays, and fragmentation that too often get in the way of timely support. By offering physical and digital specialist healthcare, as well as a company solution with proactive screenings, and self-care tools to reduce women’s sick leave, EsterCare makes high-quality care more accessible across everyday life.
Crucially, their model doesn’t separate physical health from mental well-being. Whether it’s stress linked to hormonal shifts, anxiety around fertility, or emotional strain during menopause, EsterCare ensures that mental health is recognized, supported, and treated as an essential part of the healthcare experience. It’s care that reflects the full reality of women’s lives—connected, continuous, and designed to meet both medical and emotional needs.

Founder
Lydia Graflund & Helena Graflund Lagercrantz
Geography
Sweden
Organizational type
Thematic area
Time of investment
2025
Co-investors
Vera Ventures, Impact Invest
Tangible impact
10,300+
Patients served with an average of 3.5 visits per patient
54%
of users report improved productivity and reduced sick leave
<5 days
average waiting time for gynecologist appointment
100%
of preventative users say they would recommend EsterCare to others
“”Partnering with The Inner Foundation and our co-investors reinforces our mission to deliver seamless, comprehensive care for women. Our model addresses both the emotional and physical dimensions of health, ensuring that women receive the complete support they need. With this investment and the strengthened governance of our board, we are well-positioned to scale our impact and bring accessible, high-quality care to more women.”
– Lydia Graflund, CEO & Founder














