Sensor-based bra to help new mothers Fabric-based sensors enhance the hands-free breast pumping massage bra. 4th August 2021 Nextiles, the New York-based smart fabric technology developer, is partnering with technology and women’s health brand Lilu to bring the next level of breast pumping technology to new mothers. Nextiles works with partners across a range of industries to develop personalised, fabric-based sensors to power clothing for everyday needs. The two National Science Foundation (NSF)-backed companies have joined forces as part of a larger initiative during National Breastfeeding Month to spread awareness of the mental and physical challenges new mothers go through. To help them, the two companies are using Lilu’s advanced breast pumping massage bra and integrating Nextiles sensor technology to create novel performance data for new mothers and the broader healthcare industry.