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Baby comforter

a baby comforter and baby technology, applied in the field of baby comforters, can solve the problems of anxiety and fatigue on the part of parents or caregivers, and the baby is comforted and crying

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-01-15
WILLIAMS BELVA +1
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[0005]Briefly, the present invention is an apparatus and associated method for comforting a baby by providing a simulation of being held by a caregiver, such as a parent, family member, or guardian. The simulation includes a pair of simulated arms that may be wrapped around the baby or used to provide a surrounding support having the feel of being held in a person's arms. One embodiment includes a sheepskin or faux...

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The separation may create a level of anxiety and restlessness in the baby, resulting in discomfort and crying on the part of the baby and anxiety and fatigue on the part of the parent or caregiver.

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[0012]The present invention is an apparatus and associated method for comforting a baby by providing a simulation of being held by a caregiver.

[0013]FIG. 1 is a drawing of the simulated arms 100, including hands 107, with the arms joined in the back 109. Referring to FIG. 1, an arm assembly 100 comprises a right hand portion 107a, left hand portion 107b, right forearm portion 108a, left forearm portion 108b, and back portion 109. The arm assembly 100 may be supplied as a separate right 101a and left 101b arm or as a joined assembly 100. The hand portions 107a, 107b include weights 102a, 102b, which may be a beanbag or other weighted object. The weights may be any desired weight, for example 0.25 to 3 kilograms. The hand portions include a pouch 110a, 110b for receiving the weight. The pouch may be closed with a fastener such as hook and loop, zipper, buttons or other closure. As shown the hand 107 is formed in mitten shape. Other shapes including glove with fingers or pad without fi...

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Abstract

An apparatus and associated method for comforting a baby by providing a simulation of being held by a caregiver, such as a parent, family member, or guardian. The simulation includes a pair of simulated arms that may be wrapped around the baby or used to provide a surrounding support having the feel of being held in a person's arms. One embodiment includes a sheepskin or faux sheep skin base for warmth and comfort. The arms may include weighted hands for additional feeling of being held. The arms may be affixed to one another in the front (hand, wrist, forearm area) using hook and loop, stretchable band or straps or other fasteners. The arms may also be joined in the back to provide a raised support opposite the hands portion of the apparatus. One embodiment includes a simulated beating heart.

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RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims the benefit under USC 119(e) of provisional application 60 / 959,141, filed Jul. 11, 2007 by Williams et al, which is incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The present invention pertains generally to the field of baby care and more particularly to the field of baby comforting.BACKGROUND[0003]In the busy world of today, there is a definite need to give parents the tools to provide their babies with a greater sense of security and contentment. With busy schedules and family demands taking a toll on the parent or caregiver's time, the baby often lies in a crib or bed, separated from the caregiver. The separation may create a level of anxiety and restlessness in the baby, resulting in discomfort and crying on the part of the baby and anxiety and fatigue on the part of the parent or caregiver. Studies establish the need of babies to be cuddled and nurtured. A baby's sense of contentment is enhanced when secur...

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IPC IPC(8): A47C16/00
CPCA47D13/02
Inventor WILLIAMS, BELVALAVIN, GAYLE
Owner WILLIAMS BELVA
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