Natus Sensory Acquires Keriton, Forging an Integrated Future for Newborn Care

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. – January 28, 2026 – In a significant move poised to reshape the landscape of neonatal care technology, Natus Sensory, a global leader in newborn care solutions, has announced its acquisition of Keriton. The Philadelphia-based company is the market leader in cloud-based software designed to streamline the complex and critical process of breast milk and formula management in hospitals.

The acquisition integrates Keriton’s specialized platform into Natus Sensory’s extensive Newborn Care portfolio, signaling a strategic push towards creating a more unified and interconnected digital ecosystem for the world’s most vulnerable patients. The merger aims to accelerate the adoption of Keriton's mission-critical technology, leveraging Natus's global reach to enhance patient safety and clinical efficiency in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) and pediatric settings worldwide.

A Strategic Play for a Unified Ecosystem

The deal represents a powerful synergy between two companies with a shared mission. Natus Sensory provides a wide array of essential newborn care equipment, from hearing and vision screening devices to jaundice phototherapy systems and NicView® video monitoring. The addition of Keriton’s software is a key step in building a comprehensive, integrated platform that can manage multiple facets of neonatal care.

“Keriton is a strong strategic and cultural fit for Natus Sensory,” says Peter Reimer, CEO of Natus Sensory. “Their proven impact on feeding safety and focus on supporting clinical teams in the NICU and pediatric care settings aligns directly with our mission to shape the future of newborn care, where every baby has the best start in life through trusted solutions and clinical expertise.”

This move is part of a larger growth strategy for Natus, which has been an ARCHIMED company since 2022. ARCHIMED, a leading healthcare-focused investment firm, has clearly signaled its intent to grow its portfolio companies through strategic acquisitions. This pattern was previously seen when Natus acquired Micromed Holding SAS in 2023, its first major purchase after delisting from the NASDAQ. The Keriton deal further solidifies this strategy, adding a best-in-class software solution to Natus's predominantly hardware and services-based portfolio.

The integration promises to simplify technology management for hospitals, which often grapple with a fragmented landscape of disconnected systems. By creating a more unified ecosystem, Natus aims to offer a single, reliable partner for a significant portion of a hospital's neonatal care needs, from initial screening to complex nutritional management and family communication.

“Joining Natus Sensory marks an exciting next chapter for Keriton, accelerating adoption of our mission critical platform,” said Adam Dakin, CEO of Keriton. “Natus’ global presence and resources will further enhance our ability to continue providing best in class technology and support for our patients and clinical partners.”

Revolutionizing NICU Safety and Clinical Workflow

At the heart of this acquisition is Keriton’s powerful and proven impact on patient safety. Feeding errors in the NICU can have devastating consequences, and Keriton’s platform is engineered specifically to prevent them. While standard Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) may offer a basic level of verification, Keriton’s system is designed to prevent six out of six common feeding error types, including mistakes in milk receipt, fortification, and administration.

With a robust barcode-based system, the platform has a demonstrated track record of success. To date, it has been credited with preventing over 80,000 potential feeding errors in real-time across the more than 3 million feeds it has validated. This focus on error prevention is a major differentiator that has driven its adoption in 62 hospitals and health systems across the United States, including renowned institutions like New York Presbyterian and Jefferson Health.

Beyond safety, the platform delivers significant workflow efficiencies. The manual process of calculating fortified feeds, tracking milk inventory, and documenting feedings is a major time burden on NICU nurses. Keriton automates these complex tasks, saving an estimated one hour per nurse per shift. This reclaimed time is invaluable, allowing clinical staff to focus less on administrative duties and more on direct patient care, family support, and other critical clinical responsibilities.

Enhancing Family Engagement and Lactation Support

The platform's benefits extend beyond the hospital's operational and clinical staff to the families at the center of care. Recognizing the immense stress parents face when their child is in the NICU, Keriton developed features to bridge the communication gap and foster a sense of connection.

The “Keriton Connect” feature provides a secure, HIPAA-compliant channel for parents to receive real-time updates, photos, and messages from the care team. This allows parents to stay informed about their child's nutritional progress even when they cannot be at the bedside, alleviating anxiety and building trust.

Furthermore, the system offers robust tools for lactation support, which is crucial for the health of premature and sick infants. The software enables lactation consultants to monitor a mother's pumping sessions and milk inventory, providing data-driven insights to help improve milk production. This focus on supporting lactation and the use of mother's own milk is a critical component of modern, evidence-based neonatal care.

Consolidation and the Future of Neonatal Technology

This acquisition is a clear indicator of a broader trend in the health tech industry: consolidation. As the market matures, larger players like Natus are acquiring innovative, specialized companies like Keriton to build more comprehensive and powerful platforms. This trend is driven by demands from healthcare systems for more integrated, less fragmented technology solutions that improve both clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.

The global market for fetal and neonatal care equipment is substantial, projected to grow from USD 6.04 billion in 2024 to USD 8.38 billion by 2030. Within this market, specialized software and data-driven solutions are becoming increasingly critical differentiators. The combination of Natus’s hardware and Keriton’s intelligent software creates a formidable offering that addresses key market pressures, including the drive for improved patient safety, the need for greater efficiency amid staffing shortages, and the growing emphasis on family-centered care.

By integrating a leading feeding management system with its existing suite of screening and monitoring devices, Natus Sensory is not just expanding its product list; it is building a connected care platform for the future. This strategic move positions the company to set new standards for integrated neonatal care, where data flows seamlessly between devices and systems to provide a complete picture of a newborn's health, ensuring every baby gets the safest and best possible start in life.