Nursing clothes
By incorporating a multi-layered connection structure and an opening design into the nursing garment, the problems of difficult disassembly and poor comfort in traditional nursing garments are solved, achieving compatibility between breast pump use and free use of both hands, thus improving the user experience.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-22
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional nursing gowns are difficult to put on and take off, resulting in poor comfort and making it impossible to use a breast pump and free your hands at the same time.
A nursing garment has been designed with a first connecting structure on the shoulder straps, a second and a third connecting structure on the first and second layers respectively, and perforations and a fourth connecting structure on the second layer, allowing for detachable connection of each layer. This enables smooth disassembly and comfortable wearing of the nursing garment. An opening is provided on the first layer to support a breast pump or for breastfeeding.
It allows for smooth disassembly and comfortable wearing of each layer of nursing gown, enabling breastfeeding women to use their hands freely while using a breast pump, thus enhancing the user experience.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The embodiment of the present application relates to the technical field of maternal and child products, in particular to a nursing garment. BACKGROUND
[0002] When using a breast pump, the mother must use her hands to cover the exposed part of the breast with a breast flange or a breast shield. Since the time required to express milk using a breast pump is long, the mother usually expresses milk from both breasts at the same time. In order to express milk from both breasts, the mother must hold the breast flange or the shield with both hands in an awkward position, making it difficult to perform simple actions such as operating the breast pump. Therefore, breastfeeding women cannot fully use their hands to perform other tasks. It would be advantageous to develop a device that allows the mother to use a breast pump while freeing her hands to perform other tasks.
[0003] Hands-free breast pumps allow the mother to massage the breasts at the same time to promote milk expression, while most of the breast pumps currently used cannot do this or the mother can perform other work while pumping. In order to alleviate the disadvantages of holding the breast pump by hand while pumping, the breast pump supporting or breastfeeding nursing garment usually includes at least two layers, the inner piece opening forms a channel for breastfeeding or inserting the breast pump, and the outer piece covers the inner layer when normally worn to ensure privacy.
[0004] The conventional nursing garment has the problems of inconvenient disassembly or uncomfortable wearing, and when designing small connection buckles, interference between several buckles occurs, which causes the buckles to top the body when the nursing garment is worn on the body, is not comfortable, and the inner layer and the outer layer are not smooth when disassembled or connected, especially when the buckles on the shoulder straps and the buckles on the inner layer and the buckles on the outer layer are connected at the same time, the buckles are easy to accumulate together, disassembly is not convenient, and comfort is poor. CONTENT OF THE UTILITY MODEL
[0005] In view of the problems in the prior art, the present application provides a nursing garment, which can solve the problems of inconvenient disassembly and connection of the layers of the nursing garment and uncomfortable wearing.
[0006] To solve the above technical problems, one technical scheme adopted by the embodiment of the present application is to provide a nursing garment, which comprises: a shoulder strap, wherein the shoulder strap is provided with a first connection structure; a first layer, wherein the first layer is provided with a second connection structure; a second layer, wherein the second layer is provided with a third connection structure and a perforation, and the perforation is arranged to allow the second connection structure to pass through the perforation and be detachably connected with the third connection structure; and a fourth connection structure is further arranged on the second layer, and the fourth connection structure is arranged to be detachably connected with the first connection structure, so that the first layer and the second layer can be collectively disassembled from the shoulder strap, thereby at least partially exposing the breasts of the wearer.
[0007] In one embodiment, the shoulder strap is further provided with a fifth connecting structure, which is configured to be detachably connected to the second connecting structure, such that the second connecting structure can be connected to the fifth connecting structure after being detached from the third connecting structure and pulled out of the perforation.
[0008] In one embodiment, the first layer is provided with an opening configured to support at least a portion of a breast pump that is at least partially inserted into the opening, or the opening is configured to allow a user's nipple to be exposed through the opening for breastfeeding.
[0009] In one embodiment, the first layer is closer to the wearer than the second layer when the nursing garment is worn.
[0010] In one embodiment, the second layer is closer to the wearer than the first layer when the nursing garment is worn.
[0011] In one embodiment, a reinforcing strip is provided at the edge of the perforation, and the reinforcing strip is bonded to the second layer by an adhesive film.
[0012] In one embodiment, a reinforcing strip is provided at the edge of the perforation, the reinforcing strip being formed by folding and sewing the second layer at the edge of the perforation.
[0013] In one embodiment, one of the first connecting structure and the fourth connecting structure is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
[0014] In one embodiment, one of the second connecting structure and the third connecting structure is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
[0015] In one embodiment, the first connecting structure is a first buckle with a first hook, and the fourth connecting structure is a second buckle with a groove.
[0016] In one embodiment, the third connecting structure is a ring, the second connecting structure is a third buckle, and the third buckle is provided with a second hook.
[0017] This application embodiment describes a nursing garment comprising: shoulder straps with a first connecting structure; a first layer with a second connecting structure; a second layer with a third connecting structure and perforations, the perforations being configured to allow the second connecting structure to pass through and be detachably connected to the third connecting structure; and a fourth connecting structure on the second layer, the fourth connecting structure being detachably connected to the first connecting structure, so that the first and second layers can be detached from the shoulder straps together, thereby at least partially exposing the wearer's breasts. This ensures smooth detachment and connection of the layers of the nursing garment and improves wearing comfort. Attached Figure Description
[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.
[0019] Figure 1 This is a side view of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of the present application, where the first and second layers are detached from the shoulder straps and the first layer is worn on top of the second layer.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment in a normal wearing state according to an embodiment of this application;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment in an embodiment of this application, showing its disassembled state between layers;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application, showing the first and second layers simultaneously detached from the shoulder straps;
[0023] Figure 5 This is a front structural diagram of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application, showing the first layer connected to the shoulder straps and the second layer detached from the shoulder straps.
[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application.
[0025] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this application will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation
[0026] In this application, the terms "set up," "equipped with," and "connected" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0027] The terms “center,” “longitudinal,” “lateral,” “length,” “width,” “thickness,” “upper,” “lower,” “front,” “rear,” “left,” “right,” “vertical,” “horizontal,” “top,” “bottom,” “inner,” “outer,” “radial,” and “circumferential” indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.
[0028] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.
[0029] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.
[0030] Breastfeeding offers numerous benefits for both the infant and the breastfeeding mother. Breast milk contains all the nutrients a baby needs for growth and development. Breastfed babies are generally healthier, with fewer cases of ear infections and respiratory infections, and a lower risk of allergies, cancer, childhood diabetes, and obesity. They are also less likely to develop heart disease, eczema, and asthma. For breastfeeding women, breastfeeding reduces the chances of postpartum hemorrhage and anemia, helps the uterus return to its original size after childbirth, and provides an extra 500 calories per day.
[0031] However, due to work schedules and other time constraints, not every breastfeeding woman can feed her baby on demand. Therefore, many breastfeeding women use breast pumps to express and store breast milk for feeding their infants. A breast pump system typically includes a breast shield, a funnel-shaped device with a conical section that rests against the breast, with the nipple located at the center of the shield. When negative pressure is applied, the nipple is drawn towards the tubular portion of the breast shield, typically into the nipple channel. The nipple channel of the breast shield connects to the other components of the breast milk collection kit. This connection allows for intermittent (i.e., periodic) negative pressure to be applied inside the breast shield, while also providing a flow path for the breast milk expressed into the nipple channel, allowing it to be collected into a collection container. The collection container can be a breast milk container with a threaded cap, which can be used as a feeding bottle for the baby. Breastfeeding women usually need to use their hands to press the breast shield against their breast to express milk.
[0032] Predictably, securing a breast shield is inconvenient and limits what women can do while pumping. Although various bras and corsets have been developed to secure breast shields, these generally do not provide sufficient support and require frequent adjustment.
[0033] In this embodiment, nursing garments can be in the form of bras, tops, shirts, vests, camisoles, pajamas, dresses, or other women's clothing, and are not limited to the bras shown in the figures. Specifically, nursing garments can be in the form of nursing bras, nursing tops, nursing shirts, nursing vests, nursing camisoles, nursing pajamas, nursing dresses, or other women's clothing used for breastfeeding. Nursing garments can also specifically be in the form of breast pump bras, breast pump tops, breast pump shirts, breast pump vests, breast pump camisoles, breast pump pajamas, breast pump dresses, or other women's clothing used to support a breast pump. Nursing garments can specifically combine breast pump and breastfeeding functions. These garments can be breast pump / nursing bras, breast pump / nursing tops, breast pump / nursing shirts, breast pump / nursing vests, breast pump / nursing camisoles, breast pump / nursing pajamas, breast pump / nursing dresses, or other women's clothing designed to support the breast pump or breastfeeding. Nursing garments are designed to allow breastfeeding women to pump or breastfeed without removing the garment.
[0034] The term “connection” is defined as joining, attaching, or closing, although it is not necessarily a direct connection or a mechanical connection. The term “detachment” is defined as disengagement or opening. The term “fastener” generally refers to a device on a bra strap, inner or outer panel that receives hooks, buttons, or other detachable connections from the inner or outer panel. The term “breastfeeding” refers to breastfeeding. The term “a” is defined as one or more unless expressly required by this disclosure. The term “comprising” is an open-ended connecting verb.
[0035] In the embodiments of this application, "above" and "below" refer to the positional relationship when the nursing garment is worn on the wearer.
[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.
[0037] Please see Figures 1 to 6 , Figure 1 This is a side view of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of the present application, where the first and second layers are detached from the shoulder straps and the first layer is worn on top of the second layer. Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment in a normal wearing state according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment in an embodiment of this application, showing its disassembled state between layers; Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application, showing the first and second layers simultaneously detached from the shoulder straps; Figure 5 This is a front structural diagram of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application, showing the first layer connected to the shoulder straps and the second layer detached from the shoulder straps. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the back structure of a nursing garment according to an embodiment of this application.
[0038] In this embodiment of the application, a nursing garment is described as a bra. The nursing garment in this embodiment of the application includes a shoulder strap 10, a first layer 20, and a second layer 30.
[0039] like Figure 1 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 As shown, in some embodiments, the nursing garment may further include an underbust band 40 for wrapping around the wearer's torso when worn. The lower ends of the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 are connected to the underbust band 40. Both the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 may be flipped relative to the underbust band 40.
[0040] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, the shoulder strap 10 is provided with a first connecting structure 11. The first layer 20 is provided with a second connecting structure 21. The second layer 30 is provided with a third connecting structure 31 and a perforation 32, the perforation 32 being configured to allow the second connecting structure 21 to pass through the perforation 32 and be detachably connected to the third connecting structure 31; the second layer 30 is also provided with a fourth connecting structure 33, the fourth connecting structure 33 being detachably connected to the first connecting structure 11, so that the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 can be detached from the shoulder strap 10 together, thereby at least partially exposing the wearer's breasts.
[0041] like Figures 1 to 6 As shown, in one embodiment, the first connecting structure 11 may be connected in series with the shoulder strap 10, that is, the two ends of the first connecting structure 11 are respectively connected to different positions of the shoulder strap 10. In other embodiments, the first connecting structure 11 may be connected to the shoulder strap 10 only at one end, and this application embodiment does not limit this.
[0042] In one embodiment, the second connecting structure 21 may be located at the upper end of the first layer 20, and the third connecting structure 31 may be located at the upper end of the second layer 30. In other embodiments, the second connecting structure 21 may be located at other positions of the first layer 20, such as the upper part of the middle; the third connecting structure 31 may be located at other positions of the second layer 30, such as the upper part of the middle. This application does not limit the specific location of the connecting structure 21.
[0043] like Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the shoulder strap 10 is further provided with a fifth connecting structure 12, which is configured to be detachably connected to the second connecting structure 21, such that the second connecting structure 21 can be connected to the fifth connecting structure 12 after being detached from the third connecting structure 31 and pulled out of the perforation 32. The second connecting structure 21 is selectively detachably connected to either the fifth connecting structure 12 or the third connecting structure 31, with different connection states adapting to different usage scenarios.
[0044] like Figure 5 As shown, in one embodiment, the first layer 20 has an opening 22, which is configured to support at least a portion of a breast pump inserted at least partially into the opening 22, or the opening 22 is configured to allow a user's nipple to be exposed through the opening 22 for breastfeeding. In one embodiment, the opening 22 is formed between three edges 23, 24, and 25 of the first layer 20, and the three edges 23, 24, and 25 at least partially overlap. The opening 22 of this embodiment is suitable for supporting the breast pump during breastfeeding, and the three edges 23, 24, and 25 provide stable support for the breast pump. These three edges 23, 24, and 25 are located on the inner side of the inner sheet 20, not on the outer side. Any two of the three edges 23, 24, and 25 are not parallel to each other.
[0045] In one embodiment, the elasticity of the three edges 23, 24, and 25 is greater than that of other locations on the first layer 20. By setting the elasticity of the three edges 23, 24, and 25 to be greater than that of other locations, they can contract when supporting the breast pump, thereby achieving stable support. In some embodiments, the three edges 23, 24, and 25 can be achieved by applying one or more reinforcing strips using an adhesive process, wherein the intermediate adhesive film of the adhesive process is elastic.
[0046] In some embodiments, the opening may also be a slit. In this embodiment, the slit is used to allow the wearer's breast or a portion of the breast (e.g., the nipple) to pass through, thereby enabling breastfeeding.
[0047] It should be understood that the shape and structure of the opening are not limited to those described in the embodiments of this application, as long as they can support the breast pump or allow the nipple to pass through for breastfeeding.
[0048] In one embodiment, the first layer 20 is closer to the wearer than the second layer 30 when the nursing garment is worn. In other embodiments, the second layer may be closer to the wearer than the first layer when the nursing garment is worn.
[0049] In one embodiment, the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 may be made of the same clothing fabric; in other embodiments, the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 may be made of different clothing fabrics. For example, the first layer 20 may be made of a more skin-friendly clothing fabric, while the second layer 30 may be made of a waterproof, abrasion-resistant, or other fabric. This application does not limit the specific application to this embodiment.
[0050] In one embodiment, a reinforcing strip (not shown) is provided at the edge of the perforation 32, and the reinforcing strip is bonded to the second layer 30 by an adhesive film. In another embodiment, the reinforcing strip is provided at the edge of the perforation, and the reinforcing strip is formed by folding and sewing the second layer at the edge of the perforation. The reinforcing strip can prevent the edge of the perforation 32 from wrinkling and deforming, and prevent the perforation 32 from tearing or breaking after prolonged washing.
[0051] In one embodiment, one of the first connecting structure 11 and the fourth connecting structure 33 is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
[0052] In one embodiment, one of the second connecting structure 21 and the third connecting structure 31 is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
[0053] In other embodiments, one of the first connecting structure and the fourth connecting structure is the hook side of the hook and loop fastener, and the other is the velvet side of the hook and loop fastener.
[0054] In other embodiments, one of the second connecting structure and the third connecting structure is the hook side of the hook and loop fastener, and the other is the velvet side of the hook and loop fastener.
[0055] In other embodiments, the first connecting structure and the fourth connecting structure may also employ other detachable connecting structures, and this application embodiment does not limit this. The second connecting structure and the third connecting structure may also employ other detachable connecting structures, and this application embodiment does not limit this.
[0056] In one embodiment, the first connecting structure 11 is a first buckle 11 with a first hook 111, and the fourth connecting structure 33 is a second buckle 33 with a groove 331. The first hook 111 and the groove 331 are matched to achieve a detachable connection between the first connecting structure 11 and the fourth connecting structure 33. The groove 331 is approximately U-shaped, thus forming a spring-loaded structure on the inner side of the groove 331, which ensures a certain elastic variation space when the first hook 111 and the groove 331 are connected, improving the smoothness of connection and disassembly.
[0057] In one embodiment, the third connecting structure 31 is a ring 31, and the second connecting structure 21 is a third button 21, wherein the third button 21 is provided with a second hook 211. In one embodiment, the ring 31 may be a sewn ring formed by stitching the two ends of a strap to the second layer 30, or it may be a ring formed by gluing the two ends of a strap to the first layer 20. This application does not limit the specific embodiment to this.
[0058] In this embodiment, the fifth connecting structure 12 and the first connecting structure 11 are different structures located at different positions. The first connecting structure 11 is a hook, and the fifth connecting structure 12 is a ring 12. It should be understood that in other embodiments, the fifth connecting structure and the first connecting structure can be the same structure, that is, the function of the fifth connecting structure can be achieved by using the first connecting structure. In other words, the second connecting structure 21 is selectively and detachably connected to either the first connecting structure 11 or the third connecting structure 31. After the second connecting structure 21 is detached from the third connecting structure 31 and pulled out of the perforation 32, it can be connected to the first connecting structure 11, thereby supporting the first layer 20, and further supporting at least a portion of the breast pump that is at least partially inserted into the opening 22, or the opening 22 is configured to allow the user's nipple to be exposed through the opening 22 for breastfeeding.
[0059] The following detailed description of the usage scenarios of the nursing garments according to the embodiments of this application is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.
[0060] like Figure 2As shown, in one usage scenario, the second connecting structure 21 passes through the perforation 32 and connects to the third connecting structure 31; the fourth connecting structure 33 connects to the first connecting structure 11. In this connection state, the nursing garment is worn normally, with both the first layer 20 and the second layer 30 in a covering state, protecting the wearer's privacy in daily work and life.
[0061] like Figure 5 As shown, in one usage scenario, the fourth connecting structure 33 is detached from the first connecting structure 11 on the shoulder strap 11, the second layer 30 is flipped open outwards, the second connecting structure 21 is detached from the third connecting structure 31, and after the second connecting structure 21 is pulled out from the perforation 32, the second connecting structure 31 is connected to the fifth connecting structure 12. In this connected state, the nursing garment is used to support a breast pump through the opening 22 of the first layer 20 or to breastfeed through the opening 22.
[0062] like Figure 4 As shown, in one usage scenario, the second connecting structure 21 passes through the perforation 32 and connects to the third connecting structure 31; the fourth connecting structure 33 is detached from the first connecting structure 11. The first layer 20 and the second layer 30 simultaneously flip outwards and open. In this connected state, the nursing garment can fully expose the wearer's breasts for breastfeeding.
[0063] This application embodiment describes a nursing garment comprising: shoulder straps with a first connecting structure; a first layer with a second connecting structure; a second layer with a third connecting structure and perforations, the perforations being configured to allow the second connecting structure to pass through the perforations and be detachably connected to the third connecting structure; and a fourth connecting structure on the second layer, the fourth connecting structure being detachably connected to the first connecting structure, so that the first and second layers can be detached from the shoulder straps together, thereby at least partially exposing the wearer's breasts. This ensures the smoothness of detachment and connection of each layer of the nursing garment and improves wearing comfort.
[0064] This document has described certain features of embodiments of the claimed subject matter; however, many modifications, substitutions, variations, and equivalents will now appear to those skilled in the art. Furthermore, while several functional modules and their relationships have been described in detail, those skilled in the art will recognize that some of these operations can be performed without using other functional modules, or that other functions or relationships between functions can be established, and still conform to the claimed subject matter. Therefore, it should be understood that the appended claims are intended to cover all such modifications and variations that fall within the true spirit and scope of the embodiments of the claimed subject matter.
[0065] The above description is only a specific embodiment of this application. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principle of this application, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered within the scope of protection of this application.
Claims
1. A nursing garment, the nursing garment comprising: A shoulder strap, wherein a first connecting structure is provided on the shoulder strap; The first layer has a second connection structure. as well as The second layer has a third connecting structure and a perforation, the perforation being configured to allow the second connecting structure to pass through the perforation and be detachably connected to the third connecting structure; the second layer also has a fourth connecting structure, the fourth connecting structure being detachably connected to the first connecting structure, so that the first layer and the second layer can be detached from the shoulder strap together, thereby at least partially exposing the wearer's breasts.
2. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shoulder strap is also provided with a fifth connecting structure, which is configured to be detachably connected to the second connecting structure, so that the second connecting structure can be connected to the fifth connecting structure after being detached from the third connecting structure and pulled out of the perforation.
3. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first layer has an opening configured to support at least a portion of a breast pump that is at least partially inserted into the opening, or the opening is configured to allow a user's nipple to be exposed through the opening for breastfeeding.
4. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first layer is closer to the wearer than the second layer when the nursing garment is worn.
5. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second layer is closer to the wearer than the first layer when the nursing garment is worn.
6. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The edge of the perforation is provided with a reinforcing strip, which is bonded to the second layer by an adhesive film.
7. The nursing gown according to claim 1, characterized in that, The edge of the perforation is provided with a reinforcing strip, which is formed by folding and sewing the second layer at the edge of the perforation.
8. The nursing gown according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, One of the first connecting structure and the fourth connecting structure is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
9. The nursing gown according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, One of the second connection structure and the third connection structure is a hook structure, and the other is a ring structure, a groove structure, or a hole structure.
10. The nursing garment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The first connecting structure is a first buckle with a first hook, and the fourth connecting structure is a second buckle with a groove.
11. The nursing garment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The third connecting structure is a ring, the second connecting structure is a third buckle, and the third buckle is provided with a second hook.