CONTRAPILL
CONTRAPILL
✳ IN THIS PROJECT I WAS TASKED TO
design an apple watch app for women navigating the complexities of birth control pill management
The goal of this project was to showcase my ability to adapt to different device standards and guidelines by designing an original app for WatchOS
TEAM
Solo Project
TIMELINE
3 weeks
SOFTWARE
Figma
ROLE
UX Design, UI Design
OVERVIEW
ContraPill is a dedicated birth control tracker designed for WatchOS, providing a streamlined and convenient solution for women utilizing oral contraceptive pills.
With the help of Contra the Pill, this app provides a valuable companion for women navigating the complexities of birth control pill management.
By combining user-friendly design with time-based effectiveness calculations, the app aims to empower women to take control of their reproductive health with confidence and ease.
COMPETITORS
While there are many health-focused apps like Flo, Ease, and Clue, the niche for pill reminder/calculator apps is relatively underdeveloped. Most existing apps cater broadly to menstrual cycles or general health tracking
While apps like Flo and Clue offer broad health tracking, ContraPill is the first WatchOS app dedicated exclusively to birth control management, combining wearable tech integration, gamification, and an approachable design to make pill-taking a breeze.
USER RESEARCH
Participants: 8 women aged 18–35, all regular Apple Watch users who take daily birth control pills.
Key Insights:
75% liked the idea of receiving subtle reminders directly on their wrist for convenience and discretion.
60% wanted an app that displayed daily progress or streaks at a glance without needing to open their phone.
40% mentioned they prefer apps that seamlessly sync data between their iPhone and Apple Watch.
WIREFRAMES
BRANDING
In adherence to the watchOS app standards, I used the SF Compact Rounded font against a dark background. Vibrant colors were incorporated to ensure visibility and attract the user's attention effectively on the compact screen.
WatchOS Design System
FINAL SCREENS
A Solution Right at Your Fingertips (Or Wrist)
Additional screen ideas for mobile
In-app pop up notification
TAKEAWAYS
Designing for a different device
A significant challenge in this project was crafting content for the constrained space of a small screen. Adhering to the limitations of a small screen, large text, and vivid colors, I navigated within the prescribed guidelines of Apple Watches, leaving minimal room for creative freedom. Despite these constraints, I’m proud of how it turned out! These limitations pushed me to think differently about my design process, encouraging me to research standard design practices.
Moving Forward
I am currently working on refining and expanding upon this project by incorporating additional components, particularly focusing on integrating the iPhone aspect into ContraPill. This expansion would include more prototyping, detailed analytics and seamless connectivity with the Apple Watch for a comprehensive and enhanced user experience.