Combination Bassinet and Toddler Chair

Abstract

A combination bassinet and toddler chair is disclosed. One dual-purpose frame is provided which is capable of supporting both the bassinet and the toddler chair with minimal reconfiguration effort by the parent or caretaker. In one configuration, a bassinet is held horizontally onto one or more frame members by coupling members mounted to the frame members and mounting mechanisms mounted on either side of the bottom panel of the bassinet. Easy-to-use lever mechanisms are provided on the sidewall of the bassinet that release the latches and allow for removal of the bassinet. With the bassinet removed, a toddler chair, with fabric loops on either side of the seating area, slides over the frame members and is frictionally held in place and suspended between the frame members.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD[0001]Furniture for infants and small children is disclosed. More particularly, a combination bassinet / toddler chair assembly is disclosed with a single frame that is capable of functioning as a bassinet in one configuration and that can be easily and quickly converted to a toddler chair in a second configuration.BACKGROUND[0002]Baby and child accessories such as bassinets and toddler chairs are well known. Bassinets are used provide a safe environment in which an infant can rest or sleep. Bassinets are typically elevated with a frame or stand and include a padded horizontal sleeping surface with enclosed with sidewalls or a continuous sidewall enclosure. Bassinets also normally include a canopy above the sidewall to shade the infant from excess light.[0003]On the other hand, toddler chairs are generally used to comfortably support an infant or toddler in an upright, seated position when the child is awake and wishes to sit up to participate in surrounding activities....

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Benefits of technology

[0006]Accordingly, a combination bassinet and toddler chair apparatus is disclosed which is easy to store, easy to switch between bassinet and toddler chair configurations, and which provides both a sleeping area and sitting area for a small child or infant.

Problems solved by technology

However, all of these units occupy storage or closet space, and the costs of purchasing a bassinet and a toddler chair can be prohibitive or burdensome to some families.

Moreover, a single combination assembly that functions as both a bassinet and toddler chair is desirable as separately purchased devices create additional costs and require more storage space, which is a limited commodity in many households.

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