A resting device for infants, and a method for transferring infants

Abstract

A resting device (1) for infants is disclosed, comprising a center section (2) having a support surface (4) configured to hold an infant, having a first longitudinal edge, a second longitudinal edge opposite said first longitudinal edge; a first side section (10) extending from the first longitudinal edge, said first side section (10) being movable in relation to the center section (2) in a first plane; a second side section (20) extending from the second longitudinal edge, said second side section (20) being movable in relation to the center section (2) in a second plane; the resting device (1) further comprises at least one fixation element (30, 31, 32) configured to receive and secure a tube, such as IV tubing, monitor wire leads, and / or ventilator tubes. The invention further relates to a method for transferring an infant.

Description

[0001] Title of Invention

[0002] A resting device for infants, and a method for transferring infants.

[0003] Technical Field

[0004] The technical field relates to a resting device for infants, comprising a center section having a support surface configured to hold an infant, having a first longitudinal edge, a second longitudinal edge opposite said first longitudinal edge; a first side section extending from the first longitudinal edge, said first side section being movable in relation to the center section in a first plane; a second side section extending from the second longitudinal edge, said second side section being movable in relation to the center section in a second plane; the device further comprises at least one fixation element configured to receive and secure a tube, such as IV tubing, monitor wire leads, and / or ventilator tubes. The invention further relates to a method for transferring an infant.

[0005] Background Art

[0006] Preterm birth, also known as premature birth, is the birth of a baby at fewer than 37 weeks gestational age, as opposed to full-term delivery at approximately 40 weeks. Children bom prematurely often have serious health problems. These problems often vary, but the earlier a baby is bom, the higher the risk of health challenges. However, the risk of health challenges still remains even when the child is bom later than the 37 weeks.

[0007] Skin-to-skin contact as part of critical care for prematurely bom children, as clinical studies have shown that it leads to increased survival and fewer lifelong injuries, both in terms of physical and psychological challenges. However, prematurely bom children often need lifelines, such as tubing, that needs to be secured with respect to the infant at all times including e.g. resting in an incubator. This, complicates the process of moving the prematurely bom child from the incubator to the parent. In addition, the process of moving the child is not without risk, and complications, such as unintended extubation, can cause oxygen deprivation and suffocation in the child. Summary of Invention

[0008] With this background, it is an object of the invention to provide a device for infants, that solves or alleviates at least some of these aspects.

[0009] According to an aspect of the invention, this and further objects are achieved with a device as described above wherein each of the first side section and second side section is divided, such that each side section comprises a body section and a head section, said body and head sections being movable independently of each other.

[0010] By providing such a resting device, the tubing and wires such as IV tubing, ventilator tubing, monitor leads etc. may be secured to the resting device, in turn allowing the resting device with an infant to be carried by a carrier with increased control, ease, and reduced risk for adverse events, such as dislocation of patient support elements and potentially extubation. The carrier may be for instance a caretaker, such as a parent, or health personnel or a clinician. Moreover, the fixation elements secure the tubes and wires allowing them to be transferred easily to other bases, in situations where the infant is to be taken off the resting device.

[0011] The infant refers to an infant patient, in particular a low birth-weight (LBW) infant, early bom infant, or neonate, but generally up to 5 kg or even 7 kg bodyweight. It is to be understood that the resting device may also be used for infants who do not require tubes and / or wires.

[0012] Tubes and / or wires refer to life supporting elements, such as IV, EKG leads, ET tube, ventilator tubes, monitor wire leads, etc.

[0013] Tubes and / or wires are often inserted into the infant or are connected at specific locations on the infant. It is desirable not to disrupt the tubes and / or wires to prevent disengagement of support or unintended extubation of the infant. By providing a fixation element, the tubes and / or wires may be at least partly retained. The fixation element may secure tubes and / or wires in relation to the resting device and / or the infant by retaining, fixating, attaching, mounting the tubes and / or wires. It is to be understood that the fixation element may secure a part of the tubes and / or wires in relation to the device and / or the infant, and as a consequence the rest of the tube and / or wire is secured as well. The device may prevent the accidental element snag / twirling from impacting the infant, so that any connection is under device control from the fixation towards the infant and so can be contained with little or no impact on the infant and transfer process. That is to say, allows the tubes and / or wires to be held in well- defined bundles so as to not become entangled. Moreover, the fixation elements will secure the tubes and / or wires against pulling forces in transversely as well as longitudinal directions so that they are not inadvertently pulled off or out of the infant, i.e. dislodged with respect to the infant.

[0014] The fixation element may comprise a hook, a loop, an indent, a strap with a button on snap, a clip, adhesive tape, a section of flexible material, or any other type of element suitable for holding tubes and / or wires in a secure position. The fixation element may retain the tubes and / or wires by gluing, compression and / or by other suitable methods.

[0015] It is to be understood that the fixation elements may not interfere with the function of the tubes and / or wires. This means that the compression which may be applied to the fixation element causes minimal or no compression on the tubes. The tubes may therefore be intact despite the forces applied on the fixation element. The function of the tubes may thus remain unaffected.

[0016] The tubes and / or wires may require a sufficient amount of space, such that they do not become damaged by for instance bending or entanglement. By providing a device, where the side sections are divided, such that the body section and / or the head sections are movable independently of each other, it may be possible to position the side sections into desired positions according to the specific need to provide space to the tubes and / or wires where it is needed, while still providing support to the infant. For instance, if tubes are inserted to a nostril of the infant, it may be possible to fold at least one of the body sections without folding at least one of the head sections to make space for the tubes inserted in the nostrils of the infant.

[0017] The side sections or wings may be divided such that a plurality of secondary sections is comprised in each side section.

[0018] In a folded condition, interior surfaces of the body sections are configured to face a body of the infant, and interior surfaces of the head section are configured to face a head of the infant. However, interior surface of the body sections may face the head of the infant and / or interior surfaces of the head sections may face the body of the infant. The device is versatile allowing the positioning and repositioning of the infant in different directions, i.e. head facing upwards, downwards, right or left.

[0019] In an embodiment, the resting device has an unfolded condition, wherein the side sections are coplanar with the center section, and a folded condition wherein the two body sections are folded, such that the body section forms an angle with the support surface of the center section. It may be advantageous to place the infant on the support surface of the resting device in the unfolded condition, such that the risk of tubes and / or wires getting entangled in the device may be minimized. In the folded condition, the body sections may provide lateral boundaries, which may be advantageous and may prevent the infant from turning, rotating, or falling or rolling off the support surface of the resting device, so that undesired extubation or damage to the infant is prevented.

[0020] It is to be understood that in the folded condition, interior surfaces of the center section and body sections may be substantially facing the infant. In the folded condition, the angle between the support surface and the first body section, and the angle between the support surface and the second body section are less than 140°, preferably less than 120°, more preferably less than 100°

[0021] In an embodiment, in the folded condition, at least one of the head sections is folded. By folding at least one of the head sections, preferably the head section configured to face the back of the head of the infant, a lateral boundary may be provided to the head of the infant. The head section configured to face the face of the infant, may be unfolded, or folded to a smaller extent than the head section configured to face the back of the head of the infant, to provide space for the tubes and / or wires.

[0022] In an embodiment, the at least one fixation element is placed on the unfolded head section. This may be advantageous for securing the tubes and / or wires connected to and / or inserted into the face and / or head of the infant.

[0023] In an embodiment, an angle between the at least one head section and the center section, in the folded condition, is in the range of 30° to 120°, preferably 45° to 105°, preferably 60° to 90°.

[0024] In an embodiment, an angle between the at least one head section of the first side section and the center section, in the folded condition, is in the range of 30° to 120°, preferably 45° to 105°, preferably 60° to 90° and / or an angle between the at least one head section of the second side section and the center section larger than 120°. The same angles may apply vice versa for the at least one head section of the first side section and the at least one head section of the second side section.

[0025] In an embodiment, the center section has a width less than 40 cm, preferably less than 30 cm, more preferably less than 25 cm, more preferably less than 20 cm. In the folded condition, the body sections may prevent the infant from turning and may thus decrease the risk of extubation.

[0026] In an embodiment, the resting device comprises at least one gripping element adapted for gripping by a hand, preferably in the form of a handle. The gripping element may allow the carrier to carry the infant in the resting device using a single or two hands, which may facilitate easier handling of the resting device. The gripping element may comprise an opening allowing the carrier to insert his / her hand and carry the infant in the resting device.

[0027] In an embodiment, the first side section comprises a first gripping element, and the second side section comprises a second gripping element, said first and second gripping elements being substantially aligned in the folded condition. With alignment of the gripping elements is meant that it may be possible to grasp both gripping elements. This may enable that the device may be handled with a single hand, thus making it easier to operate the device and / or lift and transfer the infant.

[0028] In an embodiment, the at least one gripping element is comprised in the body section of the first side section and / or in the body section of the second side section. By providing a gripping element, which is comprised in the side section of the resting device, an improved stability may be achieved.

[0029] In an embodiment, the center section and the side sections are sized such that, in the folded condition, the first and second gripping elements are located close enough to each other to facilitate grasping of the entire resting device by a single hand.

[0030] In an embodiment, the at least one fixation element is detachably attached to the device. Detachably attached refers to that the fixation element may be removed from the resting device without damaging the resting device and / or the fixation element. Providing a fixation element, that is detachably attached to the resting device, may be advantageous in situations where fewer tubes and / or wires are needed than usually, such that the unused fixation element may be removed from the resting device to minimize the risk of unused elements of the resting device disturbing the tubes and / or wires. Vice versa, in situations where additional tubes and / or wires are needed, fixation elements may temporarily or permanently be attached to the resting device. This may also facilitate that the same fixation element can be attached at different locations on the resting device, which may enable that the device can be used regardless of the size and / or position of the infant. The fixation element may be adjustable, i.e. may be possible to move along the edges of the device to accommodate a specific position according to the patient’s needs, needed treatment etc.

[0031] The fixation element may be detachably attached to the resting device using Velcro®, a clip mechanism and / or other suitably materials. The fixation element may have a recess or an openable gripping element which may be configured to clamp on a recess or projection of the resting device, allowing it to engage with each other.

[0032] Alternatively, the fixation element may be fixedly attached to the resting device.

[0033] In an embodiment, the at least one fixation element is adapted to accommodate at least two differently sized tubes. It may be advantageous to provide a fixation element that can accommodate and / or retain different sizes and / or types of tubes and / or wires, as tubes and / or wires may vary in size dependent on their function and / or the manufacturer. Different size in this context meaning different external cross-sectional dimensions and / or outer-cross sectional area depending on the cross-sectional shape, i.e. diameter if the the cross-section is circular.

[0034] In an embodiment, at least two fixation elements are comprised in the same element.

[0035] In an embodiment, the resting device comprises at least two different fixation elements.

[0036] In an embodiment, the resting device comprises a first transverse edge extending between the first and second longitudinal edges, and a second transverse edge opposite to said first transverse edge, wherein the at least one fixation element is located on the first head section, the second head section towards the first transverse edge and / or towards the second transverse edge of the center section. By placing the fixation means on the first head section, the second head section and / or towards the first transversal edge of the center section, it may be ensured that tubes and / or wires connected to and / or inserted into different places of the infant can be retained.

[0037] In an embodiment, the center section comprises a frame configured to provide inner reinforcement to the center section. The frame may provide a rigid support for the infant during movement to prevent the device from collapsing. The frame may have any shape, such as a plate shape or oblong. The frame and / or reinforcement structures may comprise materials that form a sturdy structurally strengthening base / structure. These can consist of, but not limited to plates, wireframes, metals, compound materials and polymers, textiles, cardboard.

[0038] In an embodiment, the frame extends through the entire length of the support surface of the center section from the first transversal edge to the second transversal edge. This may provide stability to the resting device during movement. The frame may cover only the periphery of the center section or support surface, such that the central part of the center section does not comprise any frame.

[0039] In an embodiment, the resting device comprises a cover, said cover substantially covers the frame and comprises or is made of a soft, foam material, such as elastic foams, for instance memory foam, polyurethan (Pll) foam or latex foam. The material of the cover may comprise any material suitable for being in contact with an infant, such as nonabsorbent open-weave webbed material, polyurethan (Pll), polyethylen (PE) or silicon coated textiles and textiles such as woven polyester or nylon. The cover may be washed and / or sanitized, such that it can be reused. The material of the cover sheet should preferably be biocompatible and should not cause an allergic reaction. For this reason, allergenic materials may be less preferred.

[0040] In an embodiment, the cover may be separated from the frame, such that the material can be cleaned.

[0041] The frame, the cover and / or the support surface may provide the required stiffness of the resting device, such that the side sections of the device may not collapse onto the infant.

[0042] The frame, the cover and / or the support surface may provide the required stiffness of the resting device, such that the resting device and the infant do not collapse in the longitudinal direction between the first transverse edge and the second transverse edge.

[0043] In an embodiment, the frame extends along the transversal and / or longitudinal edges of the center section. This may provide the required support to move the infant.

[0044] The frame may comprise a flexible material and / or a rigid material. The frame may comprise or be made of a non-allergenic material.

[0045] In an embodiment, the frame is slightly more rigid and durable material as compared to the cover of the resting device.

[0046] In an embodiment, the frame and the cover are integrated.

[0047] The cover may comprise more than one layer.

[0048] The frame may comprise a material that has the required stiffness, durability and size to provide the required support for the infant.

[0049] The frame may further comprise a polymeric material, such as elastomers, thermoplastic elastomers, mediprene thermoplastic elastomers, nylon, polypropylene, polyethylene, polyurethane, polycarbonate, vinyl, polytetraf luoreten, silicon, or textiles.

[0050] In an embodiment, the reinforcing elements may comprise a non- polymeric material, such as a metallic material.

[0051] In an embodiment, the frame extends to the side sections. This may improve stability of the resting device.

[0052] In an embodiment, the side sections comprise inner reinforcement. The inner reinforcement of the side sections may comprise the same or different materials from the frame.

[0053] In an embodiment, edges of the side sections are substantially rounded, circular or annular. This may be advantageous as the risk of the tubes and / or wires getting entangled with sharp edges may be minimized.

[0054] In an embodiment, a thickness of the center section is at least 0.3 cm, preferably 0.4 cm, more preferably 0.5 cm. The maximum thickness of the center section may be 1 cm, 2 cm, 3 cm, 4 cm, 5 cm, 6 cm, 7 cm, 8 cm, 9 cm or 10 cm. The thickness of the center section may be in the range of 0.1 cm to 10 cm, preferably in the range of 1 cm to 4 cm, more preferably in the range of 2 to 3 cm.

[0055] The thickness of the side sections may be smaller than the center section as the side sections are not intended for receiving an infant, but they may still provide padding against the baby in a folded position and structural (device shape) form.

[0056] In an embodiment, the resting device comprises a headrest, such as a cushion or a pillow. The headrest may preferably be comprised on the support surface.

[0057] A second aspect of the invention relates to a method for transferring an infant, comprising the steps of: providing the resting device of claim 1 ; which is adapted for receiving and / or carrying an infant on the support surface of the resting device; securing tubes and / or wires to the at least one the fixation element of the resting device; folding the body sections to a folded condition, such that the body sections form an angle in relation to the center section. The order in which the steps are performed need not necessarily the order in which they are recited. A third aspect of the invention relates to a method of using the resting device continually during daily care, the method comprising the steps of: providing the resting device according to the first aspect of the invention, place the resting device flat on a flat support surface with outer side sections folded in under inner side sections so that the resting device is ready to receive an infant, optionally attach tube / wire fixation elements to the resting device on indicated areas, placing an infant on the center section of the support surface, optionally securing tubes and / or wires to the at least one fixation element of the resting device, optionally folding up and positioning head sections and / or inner side sections vertically according to infant’s positioning needs, optionally adjusting fixation elements according to tube / wire placement needs.

[0058] This allow the all-comprehensive use of the resting device during rest, transfer, treatment, care etc.

[0059] In an embodiment, the method further comprises the step of folding at least one of said head sections, such that the head section forms an angle with the center section.

[0060] In an embodiment, the step of securing the tubes and / or wires is performed before the step of folding the body sections.

[0061] Embodiments and advantages described with reference to one aspect of the invention also applies to the other unless otherwise stated. As an example, the possible folding of the side sections and / or head section of the resting device described above with reference to the first aspect also applies to the method.

[0062] Brief Description of Drawings

[0063] In the following description embodiments of the invention will be described with reference to the schematic drawings, on which

[0064] Fig. 1 is a schematic perspective view of a first embodiment of the invention in an unfolded condition;

[0065] Fig. 2 is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the invention in a folded condition; Fig. 3 is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the invention;

[0066] Fig. 4 is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the invention;

[0067] Fig. 5 is a perspective view of a frame of the first embodiment of the invention;

[0068] Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the invention and an infant;

[0069] Fig. 7 is a perspective view of the first embodiment of the invention in an unfolded condition;

[0070] Fig. 8 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of the invention in an unfolded condition;

[0071] Fig. 9 is a perspective view of a frame of a second embodiment of the invention in the unfolded condition;

[0072] Fig. 10 is a perspective view of the frame of the second embodiment of the invention in a first folded condition;

[0073] Fig. 11 is a perspective view of the frame of the second embodiment of the invention in a second folded condition;

[0074] Fig. 12 is a perspective view of the frame of the second embodiment of the invention in a third folded condition;

[0075] Fig. 13 is a perspective view of the second embodiment in the folded condition corresponding to Fig. 11 ;

[0076] Fig. 14 is a perspective view of the second embodiment in the folded condition corresponding to Fig. 12 and with a safety clip in place;

[0077] Fig. 15 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of a fixation element according to the invention in an open condition;

[0078] Fig. 16 is a perspective view of the fixation element of Fig. 15 according to the invention in a closed condition;

[0079] Fig. 17 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of a fixation element according to the invention in an open condition;

[0080] Fig. 18 is a perspective view of a third embodiment of a fixation element according to the invention in a closed condition;

[0081] Fig. 19 is an end view of a base part suitable for the fixation elements of Figs. 15-18, Fig. 20 is a cross-sectional view of the base part taken along the line A-A in Fig. 19;

[0082] Fig. 21 is a perspective view of a first embodiment of the lower half of a base part of Fig. 19;

[0083] Fig. 22 is a perspective view of a second embodiment of the lower half of a base part of Fig. 19;

[0084] Fig. 23 is perspective view of an embodiment of the safety clip of Fig. 14;

[0085] Fig. 24 is a perspective view of the bumper shown in Fig. 13;

[0086] Fig. 25 is first embodiment of an accessory for the fixation elements of Figs. 15-18;

[0087] Fig. 26 is second embodiment of an accessory for the fixation elements of Figs. 15-18;

[0088] Fig. 27 is third embodiment of an accessory for the fixation elements of Figs. 15-18; and

[0089] Fig. 28a-d are different views of a third embodiment of an accessory for the fixation elements of Figs. 15-18.

[0090] Description of Embodiments

[0091] Referring initially to Fig. 1 , a resting device 1 for infants is shown. The resting device 1 comprises a center section 2 having a support surface 4 configured to hold an infant. The center section 2 has a thickness of 2 cm in this embodiment. The center section 2 has a first longitudinal edge and a second longitudinal edge opposite said first longitudinal edge. The device comprises a first side section 10 extending from the first longitudinal edge, said first side section 10 being movable in relation to the center section 2 in a first plane, and a second side section 20 extending from the second longitudinal edge, said second side section 20 being movable in relation to the center section 2 in a second plane. The first and second longitudinal edges are substantially parallel to each other. The side sections have a thickness of 1 cm. The device further comprises at least one fixation element 30 configured to receive and secure a tube, such as IV tubing, monitor wire leads, and / or ventilator tubes. Each of the first side section 10 and second side section 20 is divided, such that each side section 10, 20 comprises a body section 11 , 21 and a head section 12, 22. The body sections 11 , 21 and head sections 12, 22 are movable independently of each other. This feature may enable positioning the side sections into desired positions according to the specific need to provide space to the tubes and / or wires where it is needed, while still providing support to the infant. For instance, if tubes are inserted to a nostril of the infant, it may be possible to fold the body sections without folding the head sections to make space for the tubes inserted in the nostrils of the infant. In the embodiment of Fig. 1 , the device 1 has three fixation elements. A first fixation element 30 is placed towards a first transversal edge of the center section. The first fixation element 30 is configured to secure different tubes and / or wires, such as airtubes. A second fixation element 31 is placed on the first head section 12. The second fixation element 31 is configured to secure tubes and / or wires. A third fixation element 32 is placed towards a second transversal edge of the center section opposite to the first transversal edge. The third fixation element 32 is configured to secure tubes and / or wires. The first and second fixation elements 30, 31 are in the form of a strap with a button on snap, which may be suitable for larger tubes and / or wires. The first and second fixation elements 30, 31 may be suitable for securing tubes and / or wires connected to a head region of the infant. However, the fixation elements may also secure tubes and / or wires connected to a body region of the infant. The third fixation element 32 is in the form of a clip, which may be suitable for securing smaller tubes and / or wires connected to the body region of the infant. The fixation element may have any form and shape suitable for securing tubes and / or wires to prevent extubation or other damage to the tubes, wires and / or the infant, such as a loop, an indent, adhesive tape, and / or a section of flexible material. The fixation element 30, 31 , 32 may retain the tubes and / or wires by gluing, compression and / or by other suitable methods, such as by means of a spring force or clamp-like structure.

[0092] The fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 are detachably attached to the device 1 . This may enable that the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 can be removed in situations where they are not needed, thereby potentially decreasing the elements with which the tubes and / or wires may get entangled. In situations where additional tubes and / or wires are needed, additional fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 may temporarily or permanently be attached to the resting device 1. The same fixation element 30, 31 , 32 may be attached at different locations on the resting device 1 . This may enable that the resting device 1 can be used regardless of the size and / or position of the infant. The fixation element 30, 31 , 32 may be detachably attached to the resting device 1 by use of glue, Velcro® and / or other suitably materials and / or mechanisms.

[0093] The third fixation element is adapted to accommodate at least two differently sized tubes. This may enable that one fixation element can be used to retain tubes of different size and / or type. This may be especially advantageous as the equipment differs from country to country, or even hospital to hospital. The third fixation element comprises more than one fixation element. This means that more than one tube and / or wire may be retained in the third fixation element.

[0094] As can best be seen in Figs. 8, 13 and 14 in some embodiments, the fixation element 30, 31 , 32 is movable in a track, on a bead 33 or a rail along the edges of the resting device, such that it may be positioned in different positions of the side head section, top or bottom section.

[0095] The resting device 1 is provided in an unfolded condition, wherein the side sections 10, 20 are coplanar with the center section 2. By placing the infant on the support surface 4 of the device 1 in the unfolded condition, the risk of tubes and / or wires getting entangled with section of the device 1 may be minimized. The device 1 is provided with two gripping elements 3i, 3ii in the form of handles, which facilitate handling of the device 1 by a carrier. When carrying the device 1 , the carrier may grab the handles 3i, 3ii by a single or two hands. The gripping elements 3i, 3ii may have other shapes suitable for gripping. The gripping elements 3i, 3ii are placed such that they are substantially aligned with a center line of the center section 2 to improve stability. The side sections 10, 20 have rounded edges in this embodiment, which may be advantageous such that the risk of the tubes and / or wires getting entangled with sharp edges is minimized. The side sections 10, 20 and / or the device 1 may alternatively have any shape, such as circular, annular, rectangular and / or squared. The center section has a width in the range of 20 to 40 cm, which may be suitable for matching the height of an infant.

[0096] In Fig. 2, the resting device is provided in a folded condition, wherein the two body sections 11 , 21 are folded, such that the body section forms an angle a1 , a2 with the support surface 4 of the center section 2. In the folded condition, the body sections 11 , 21 provide boundaries to the side of the device 1 configured to prevent the infant from turning, rotating, and / or falling or rolling off the support surface 4 of the resting device 1 , such that extubation or damage to the infant may be prevented occur.

[0097] In the folded condition, the body sections 11 , 21 are configured to face a body of the infant, and interior surfaces of the head section 12, 22 are configured to face a head of the infant. However, the body sections 11 , 21 may still be suitable for accommodating the head of the infant, as the infant may be placed with the head towards the body sections 11 , 21 in acute or stressful situations. The first body section 11 of the first side section 10 comprises a first gripping element 3, and the second body section 21 of the second side section

[0098] 20 comprises a second gripping element 3. The gripping elements are in the form of handles. The first and second gripping elements 3i, 3ii are here substantially aligned in the folded condition and may thereby be grabbed by a single hand. The two body sections 11 , 21 have substantially the same shape and size. This contribute to the gripping elements 3i, 3ii being substantially aligned in the folded condition. In embodiments, wherein the body sections 11 ,

[0099] 21 do not have the same size and / or shape, the gripping elements 3i, 3ii may be placed such that they are aligned. The body sections 11 , 21 are retained in the folded condition by hand. Alternatively, a strap, lock, clip or retainment mechanism may be comprised to retain the folded condition.

[0100] In the folded condition, a first angle a1 between the support surface 4 and the first body section 11 is in the range of 55° to 80°. A second angle a2 between the support surface 4 and the second body section 21 is substantially the same as the first angle a1 . Referring to Fig. 3, a resting device 1 is shown in a folded condition. A first head section 12 is folded, such that the first head section 12 and the support surface 4 forms an angle a4 in the range of 55° to 80°. The not shown infant is preferably facing the way of a second head section 22. This may provide for a larger space for potential tubes and / wire connected to or inserted into the face and / or head of the infant, while still providing support to the back of the head of the infant. The second head section 22 is unfolded, however it may be folded to a smaller extent than the first head section 12, thereby still providing space for the tubes and / or wires. The first head section 12 is folded to substantially the same extent as the body sections 11 , 21 . A fixation element 32 is placed on the unfolded head section. The fixation element 32 is configured to secure tubes and / or wires connected to the head and / or inserted into openings of the face and / or head of the infant. The fixation element may, however, secure any tubes and / or wires.

[0101] In the embodiment shown in Fig. 4, the second head section 22 is folded, and the first head section 12 is unfolded. This embodiment may be advantageous in situations where the face of the infant faces towards the first head section. If the infant moves the head from facing towards one of the head sections to facing towards the other head section, the head sections may be folded and / or unfolded according to the need. Both the first and the second head sections may be folded if needed.

[0102] The head sections may be retained in the folded condition by itself or by a connection between the head section to the body section. This may for instance be done by use of a strap.

[0103] Referring now to Fig. 5, the center section 2 comprises a frame 5 configured to provide inner reinforcement to the center section. The frame may provide a rigid support for the infant during movement to prevent the device from collapsing. The embodiment is shown as see-through, such that the frame 5 inside the device 1 are visible, however this may not be the case in other embodiments. The frame 5 extends through the entire length of the support surface 4 of the center section 2 from the first transversal edge to the second transversal edge, covering only the periphery of the center section 2. The resting device 1 may comprise a cover 6 (not shown in Fig 5), which can be seen in Figs. 1 -4, 8, 13 and 14. The cover 6 covers at the frame 5. In the embodiments, the cover 6 covers the entire resting device 1 . The cover 6 comprises or is made of a soft, foam material. The cover 6 may alternatively or additionally comprise any other materials suitably for being in contact with an infant. The cover 6 comprises a material that may be cleaned and / or sanitized with a cloth or the like. The cover 6 may comprise more than one layer (not shown) to improve the comfort of the device 1 .

[0104] In the embodiment of Fig. 5, the not shown cover 6 may provide sufficient stiffness, such that the device 1 does not collapse. However, in an embodiment (not shown) the frame 5 may comprise cross-wise straps between the sides to support the cover 6 when an infant 400 is resting thereon. The cover 6 may be separated from the frame 5, such that the material can be cleaned. In this embodiment the cover 6 is preferably in the form of a sleeve or sheath that may be pulled over the frame 5 etc, leaving only the rails or beads 33 free, to allow the attachments of fixation devices 30, 31 , 32. A thin additional disposable or laundry suitable cover may be used over the cover 6.

[0105] The frame 5 comprises a polymer.

[0106] The frame 5 is slightly more rigid and durable material as compared to the cover 6 of the resting device 1 .

[0107] The frame comprises a material that has the required stiffness, durability and size to provide the required support for the infant.

[0108] In Fig. 5, the frame 5 extends to the side sections. The inner reinforcement may improve the stability of the device 1. In an embodiment, the side sections comprise inner reinforcement. The frame of the side sections may facilitate that the head section and / or body section can retain itself in the folded condition.

[0109] In Fig. 6, a resting device 1 is shown with an infant 400. The resting device 1 may be placed in an incubator, in a bed, or the like situations from which the infant may be moved frequently. The resting device may thus function as a permanent mattress where no separate mattress or padding is needed to provide comfort or resilience to the laying infant. The method of transferring the infant 400 comprises providing the resting device 1 and providing the infant 400 on the support surface 4 of the resting device 1 . Securing the tubes and / or wires 500 to the at least one the fixation element of the resting device 1 . In the embodiment of Fig. 6, the device 1 comprises three separate fixation elements 30, 31 , 32. A first fixation element 30 and a second fixation element 31 secure the same tube and / or wire. Folding the body sections 11 , 21 to a folded condition, such that the body sections 11 , 21 form an angle a1 , a2 in relation to the center section 2.

[0110] Fig. 7 and 8 shows different further embodiments where different types of fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 are comprised in the device. The fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 having a clip-on mechanism are simplified, while allowing the safe receipt and securement of wires and / or tubes. Each of the fixation elements further comprises a through passage such as a closable recess configured to receive and / or fixate one or more tubes and / or wires.

[0111] In an embodiment, the method further comprises the step of folding at least on of said head sections, such that the head section forms an angle with the center section.

[0112] In an embodiment, the step of securing the tubes and / or wires is performed before the step of folding the body sections.

[0113] As can be seen from Figs. 9 to 12 showing the frame 5 etc. of the resting device 1 without the cover 6 and Figs. 13-14 showing it with the cover

[0114] 6 on the embodiment of Fig. 8 inter alia differs from the embodiment of Figs. 1 -

[0115] 7 in that each of the two the body sections 11 , 21 are divided into two parts 11 a, 11 b; 21 a, 21 b. That is to say inner parts 11 a, 21 a connected to the frame 5 and outer parts 11 b, 21 b optionally accommodating the gripping elements 3i, 3ii, respectively. The two respective parts 11a, 21a and 11 b, 21 b articulated with respect to each others, preferably by being joined by hinges 34 or other suitable connections. The hinges 34 may be any kind of suitable hinges 34, but are preferably provided with indexing means allowing them to rest in certain preferred positions with respect to each other. The inner parts 11 a, 21a are likewise connected to the frame 5 by means of hinges 35, that also preferably include indexing mean allowing them to remain in certain preferred positions with respect to the frame 5. The same applies to the hinges 36 with which the head sections 12, 22 are connected to the frame. It should be noted that the inner body section parts 11 a, 21 a of this embodiment are generally the shape of a trapezium, so that the rotational axes of the hinges 34 are not aligned with the rotational axes of the hinges 35. Thus, when folded up in the position shown in Fig 14 the space above the support surface 4 between the inner body section parts 11 a, 21 a tapers from the head end towards the feet end of the resting device 1 , in turn, preventing the infant 400 to slide off the resting device, e.g. during transfer.

[0116] The hinges 34, 35, 36 may include stops preventing them from occupying undesired positions, e.g. an angle of over 180 degrees between the center section 2 and the (inner) body section part 11 , 11a, 11 b or the head sections 12, 22. Similar stops for preventing the outer body sections 21 a, 21 b or the head sections 12, 22 from contacting the infant 400 could also be provided

[0117] It should also be noticed that the outer edge of the outer body sections parts 11 b, 21 b are curved, so that the gap between them in the position shown in Fig. 14 widens. This allows the insertion of a hand of a person, typically the carrier, to have a hand in contact with the infant 400 during transfer as usually preferred.

[0118] As can be seen by comparison between the unfolded condition of Fig. 9 and the two examples of folded conditions of Figs. 10 and 11 this increased the versatility of the resting device 1. More specifically the use of articulated inner body sections 11 a, 21 a and outer body sections 11 b, 21 b allows the outer body sections 11 b, 21 b to be folded to a position where they are flush with the inner body sections 11a, 21 a, i.e. below the inner body sections 11 a, 21 a in Fig. 9 or vertically on the outside of the inner body sections 11 a, 21 a as shown in Fig. 10. The former has the advantage the less sideways space will be needed if the resting device 1 is used in an incubator or other enclosed care station with limited space.

[0119] Raising the folded together inner and outer body sections 11a, 21 a; 11 b, 21 b to a vertical position in which the hinges 35 allow then to rest, as shown in Figs. 11 and 13, allows the resting device 1 to occupy a comforting position where the infant is screened off from the environment, especially if one or both of the head sections 12, 22 is also raised to and arrested in the vertical position.

[0120] The hinges 34 and 35 furthermore allows a transfer position as shown in Figs. 12 and 14. In this position the inner body sections 11 a, 21 a are raised to the vertical position whereas the outer body sections 11 b, 21 b are folded towards each other and preferably occupy indexed angular positions. This allows the gripping of the gripping elements 3i and 3ii to be gripped with a single hand of a care person, in turn, allowing the resting device 1 to be used as a transfer device, e.g. from the incubator to a care station or to a contact position for close contact with another person, such as a parent in the parent’s bed, sofa, chair or the like.

[0121] Especially during such a transfer, a soft bumper 37 may be clicked onto the resting device 1 to support the feet of the infant and prevent the infant from sliding off the resting device, cf. Fig. 13. An identical or similar bumper 37 may also be used at the opposite end of the resting device 1 to support the head. The bumper 37 preferably comprises bumper body 37a a soft material such as covered foam, and a clip part with a pair of jaws 37b, 37 adapted to engage the rail or bead 33, i.e. adapted to the cross-sectional shape thereof. The bumper 37 may be longer, shorter higher, narrower and have a different curvature, if any, than illustrated. For additional safety it may also be advisable to click on a safety clip 38 to keep together the outer body parts 11 b, 21 b as shown in Fig 14. The safety clip 38 may conveniently engage the cut-outs providing the gripping elements 3i, 3ii. As shown in Fig. 23 the safety clip 38 may be an oval or otherwise almost closed ring, preferably, having one or more inward protrusions 38a, 38b to prevent it from unintentionally getting detached from the resting device 1 .

[0122] T urning, now to Figs. 15 to 22 the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 for the tubes and / or wires 500 will be described in greater detail. The description will be made making reference to the first fixation element 30, only, as the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 largely share the same constructional features and may only have a few adaptations related to the specific intended position on when used with the resting device 1 .

[0123] Figs. 15 to 18 show different embodiments of the fixation element 30. For manufacturing reasons and for versatility the different embodiments of the fixation element 30 preferably share the same base 39, shown in end view in Fig. 21 and cross-section in Fig. 22.

[0124] As can be seen the base 39 comprises two clip parts each with a tab 40, 41 adapted to be engaged by a finger of a hand and pressed together against the bias of an internal torsion spring 42 holding the tabs 40, 41 apart and pressing a pair of profiled jaws 43, 44 together. The jaws 43, 44 together have a profile adapted to engage a matching profile of the rail or bead 33 of the resting device 1. As can be seen from Figs. 19 and 20, the upper clip part comprise a circular cam 45. Allowing a matching cam surface on a top part 46 to be turned manually between a number of arresting positions, in which the cams will engage under the bias from a tension spring 47. The springs 42, 47 are preferably metal springs, whereas the rest of the base 39 is preferably made of a hard plastic material, except possibly for gripping surfaces 48 that may be softer if used. It is of course not excluded that other suitable materials may be used for the springs.

[0125] The top part 46 comprises means, such as circumferential protrusions 49 for holding in place the actual fixation part 51 of the fixation element 30. As will be seen the circumferential protrusions protrude through the actual fixation part 51 , thus also allowing for increase finger grip when turned manually, A protruding hook 50 may also serve to hold the fixation part 51 of the fixation element in place on the top part 46. The top part 46 shown in Figs. 21 and 22 is generally cylindrical with a flat top surface and would best suit the fixation elements 30 of Figs. 15, 16 and 18, whereas a wedge-shaped top part 46 with an inclined top surface 46 would suit better the embodiment of Fig. 17. Other shapes than cylindrical will of course also be possible, such as e.g. bodies with polygonal cross-sections.

[0126] The actual fixation part 51 preferably comprises a soft elastic material such as silicone rubber, so as to incorporate integrally an elastic strap 52 with suitable holes for engaging the hook 50.

[0127] As mentioned earlier the fixation element 30 may be devised for holding tubes and / or wires of different dimensions. One example is the embodiment of Fig. 15 (open) and Fig. 16 (closed). Here two recesses 54, 55 are provided. A larger recess 55 best suited for larger diameter tubes and / or wires 500 and a smaller recess 56 best suited for smaller diameter wires and / or tubes 500. The recesses 55, 56 preferably have internal surface structures such as grooves, knurling or the like to increase grip on the tubes and / or wires 500. The same applies to the elastic strap 52.

[0128] The embodiment of Fig. 17 has the recesses at an angle which may allow additional versatility when securing the paths of the wires and / or tubes 500 by positioning the fixation element on the bead or rail of the resting device 1 and turning the top 46 of the base 39 to a desired angle. It is of cause not excluded that the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 could be provided with additional degrees of freedom of e.g. for rotation,

[0129] All of the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 could be provided with clear markings indicating where to place them on the resting device 1 , e.g. a bright colouring matching a colour on the bead or rail 33, so as to nudge personnel to place them correctly rather than in undesired or incorrect positions.

[0130] The fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 not only makes the resting device 1 versatile, but as mentioned also allows the resting device 1 to be used as a transfer device, i.e. be a part of a more comprehensive system including stations such as incubators, parent’s beds, care stations, etc. where the infant needs to be transferred and accommodated. More specifically the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 may follow the infant 400 at all times from rest to various stations, especially if the stations are fitted with suitable anchoring elements, such as the accessories 60 shown in Figs. 25 to 28 and described below, as well as during the transfer therebetween. Thus, the risk of entanglement or the like of tubes and wires 500 is avoided and transfer and stay is made safe.

[0131] For this, accessories 60 comprising rails or beads 33a matching the profile of the rails or beads of the resting device 1 , and hence the jaws of the fixation elements 1 . In the embodiment of Fig. 25 the rail or bead 33a is curved and extends transversely to a platform 61 that may be secured to, in or under a suitable device at the relevant station. Upon transfer to the station the fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 may be transferred from the resting device 1 to the rail or bead 33a to maintain the safeguarding against extubation etc. Needless to say the size of the platform 61 , the length of the rail or bead 33a as well as the curvature thereof may be varied without deviating from the scope of the invention.

[0132] In the embodiment of Fig. 26 the rail or bead 33a is curved and extends at the edge of a platform 61 that may be secured to, in or under a suitable device at the relevant station.

[0133] Similarly, in the embodiment of Fig. 27 the rail or bead 33a is curved and extends at the edge of a platform 61 . The profile of the rail or bead 33a, however, is oriented 90 degrees with respect to that of Fig. 26, so as to allow the tabs 40, 41 of an attached fixation element 30, 31 , 32 to extend generally in a parallel to the platform 61 rather than perpendicular thereto as in Fig. 26.

[0134] Figs. 28a to 28d shows a further embodiment where the rail or bead 33a is attached to a fastener 51a comprising a strap 52a and a recess 55a. This allows it to be strapped onto more or less round objects such as tubes and frames of beds, chairs and other furniture. In a preferred embodiment the fastener 51 is manufactured identical to the fixation part 51 of e.g. Fig. 18, so that the same tooling may be used, or in principle any of the other embodiments of Figs. 15 to 17. In that case it will evidently also comprise the suitable holes and the internal surface features described. Accordingly, the body to which the fastener 51a is attached preferably comprised of hard plastic material featuring a hook 50a and circumferential protrusions 49a.

[0135] When using the resting device 1 continually during daily patient care, e.g. in a neonatal ward, that is to say continuous use thereof, it could involve a method comprising the steps of a) providing the transfer device of claim 1 , place the resting device 1 flat on a flat support surface with outer side sections 11 b, 21 b folded in under inner side sections (11 a, 21 b) so that the resting device 1 is ready to receive an infant 400, b) optionally attach tube / wire fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 to the resting device 1 on indicated areas c) placing an infant 400 on the center section 2 of the support surface 4, d) optionally securing tubes and / or wires 500 to the at least one fixation element 30, 31 , 32 of the resting device 1 , e) optionally folding up and positioning head sections 12, 22 and / or inner side sections 11a, 21a vertically according to infant’s positioning needs, f) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 according to tube / wire placement needs.

[0136] The order in which the steps are being performed when executing the method need not be the same as the order in which they are recited above. For, instance step c) could be performed before step b), or the steps d), e), f) could be performed in a different sequence.

[0137] When needing to transfer an infant 400 needs to be transferred, e.g. top a station outside the neonatal ward, it could involve a method, comprising the steps of providing an infant already placed on the device according to method steps a to f. g) optionally attaching anchor element(s) 60 on a suitable surface near lift / transfer destination, h) folding up inner side sections 11 a, 21a to vertical position and folding up outer side sections 11 b, 21 b so that they meet above the center section 2 center length axis to allow both side section handle holes (3i, 3ii) to meet and align, i) optionally folding up or down head sections 12, 22 according to infant’s positioning needs for lifts, j) attaching and securing safety 38 to encompass both handle holes 3i, 3ii, k) lifting and placing resting device 1 with infant on destination surface, l) folding outer side sections 11a, 21a in under respective inner side sections 11 b, 21 b, m) folding head sections 12, 22 and side sections 11 a, 11 b; 21 a, 21 b down according to a flat / horizontal position, n) detaching fixation element 30, 31 , 32 from transfer device 1 and attaching 30, 31 , 32 to a previously fixed anchor element, such as an accessory element 60 described above, o) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 and tubes / wires 500 according to tube / wire placement needs, p) lifting infant slightly from resting device 1 and sliding resting device 1 away under the infant 400, q) positioning infant 400 on destination surface according to infant’s positioning needs, r) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 on anchor element 60 and tube / wire attachment according to tube / wire placement needs.

[0138] The order in which the steps g) to r) are being performed when executing the method need not be the same as the order in which they are recited above.

[0139] Transferring an infant away from intermediary destination surface to a new destination surface could involve a method, comprising the steps of s) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 and tubes / wires 500 according to tube / wire re-placement needs, t) lifting infant slightly from surface and sliding transfer device 1 under the patient and position infant on the center section 2 of the transfer device 1 so that the device head side sections 12, 22 align next to the infant’s head, u) detaching fixation element 30, 31 , 32 from anchor elements 60 and re-attaching fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 to transfer device according to needs, v) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 and tubes / wires 500 according to tube / wire re-placement needs, w) folding up inner side sections 11 a, 21a to vertical position and folding up outer side sections 11 b, 21 b so that they meet above the center section center length axis to allow both side section handle holes 3i, 3ii to meet and align, x) attaching and securing safety clip 38 to encompass both handles 3i,

[0140] 3ii, y) lifting and placing device 1 with infant 400 on new destination surface z) folding outer side sections 11 b, 21 b in under inner side section 11 a, 21 a, respectively, aa) folding head sections 12, 22 and side sections 11 , 21 , down / up according to infant’s positioning needs, ab) optionally adjusting fixation elements 30, 31 , 32 and tube / wire position according to tube / wire placement needs.

[0141] The order in which the steps s) to ab) are being performed when executing the method need not be the same as the order in which they are recited above.

[0142] Although conceived for infants 400 it is not excluded that the resting device 1 may also be used for other patients, in particular, but not exclusively small veterinary patients, such as cats and dogs.

Claims

C L A I M S1 . A resting device (1 ) for infants, comprising a center section (2) having a support surface configured to hold an infant, having a first longitudinal edge, a second longitudinal edge opposite said first longitudinal edge; a first side section (10) extending from the first longitudinal edge, said first side section (10) being movable in relation to the center section (2) in a first plane; a second side section (20) extending from the second longitudinal edge, said second side section (20) being movable in relation to the center section (2) in a second plane; the device further comprises at least one fixation element configured to receive and secure a tube, such as IV tubing, monitor wire leads, and / or ventilator tubes; c h a r a c t e r i z e d in that each of the first side section and second side section is divided, such that each side section comprises a body section and a head section, said body section and head section being movable independently of each other.

2. The resting device according to claim 1 , having an unfolded condition, wherein the side sections are coplanar with the center section, and a folded condition wherein the two body sections are folded, such that the body section forms an angle with the support surface of the center section.

3. The resting device according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, in the folded condition, at least one of the head sections is folded.

4. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the resting device comprises at least one gripping element, preferably in the form of a handle.

5. The resting device according to claim 3 or 4, wherein the first sidesection comprises a first gripping element, and the second side section comprises a second gripping element, said first and second gripping elements being substantially aligned in the folded condition.

6. The resting device according to any one of claims 4 or 5, wherein the at least one gripping element is comprised in the body section of the first side section and / or in the body section of the second side section.

7. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one fixation element is detachably attached to the device.

8. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one fixation element is adapted to accommodate at least two differently sized tubes.

9. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the at least one fixation element comprises at least one rotational and / or a vertical degree of freedom.

10. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims wherein each body section comprises an inner body section part connected to an outer body section part in an articulated manner.

11. The resting device according to claim 10, where the connection comprises hinges.

12. The resting device according to claim 11 , wherein the hinges comprise indexing with preferred arresting positions.

14. The resting device according to any one of claims 10 to 13, wherein each of the inner body section parts comprise the shape of a trapezium.

15. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims,comprising a first transverse edge extending between the first and second longitudinal edges, and a second transverse edge opposite to said first transverse edge, wherein the at least one fixation element is located on the first head section, the second head section towards the first transverse edge and / or towards the second transverse edge of the center section.

16. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the center section and / or at least one of the side sections comprise a frame configured to provide inner reinforcement to the center section.

17. The resting device according to claim 7, wherein the resting device comprises a cover, said cover substantially covering the frame and comprising or being made of a soft, foam material.

18. The resting device according to claim 17, wherein the cover is removable.

19. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein the edges of the side sections are substantially rounded, circular or annular.

20. The resting device according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein a thickness of the center section is in the range of 0.1 cm to 10 cm, preferably in the range of 1 cm to 4 cm, more preferably in the range of 2 to 3 cm.21 . A method for transferring an infant, comprising the steps ofA) providing the resting device of claim 1 , the resting device being adapted for receiving an infant on the support surface of the transfer device;B) optionally securing tubes and / or wires to the at least one fixation element of the resting device;C) folding the body sections to a folded condition, such that the bodysections form an angle in relation to the center section.

22. The method according to claim 21 , further comprising the step of:D) folding at least one of said head sections, such that the folded head section forms an angle with the center section.

23. The method according to claim 21 or 22, wherein step C) is performed before step B).

24. The method according to any one of claims 21 -23, further comprising the step of moving the at least one fixation element to an accessory comprising rails or beads matching profile of the rails or beads of the resting device.

25. A method of using a resting device according to any one of claims 1 to 20 continually during daily patient, the method comprising the steps of a) providing the resting device of claims 1 to 20, place the resting device flat on a flat support surface with outer side sections folded in under inner side sections so that the resting device is ready to receive an infant, b) optionally attach tube / wire fixation elements to the resting device on indicated areas, c) placing an infant on the center section of the support surface, d) optionally securing tubes and / or wires to the at least one fixation element of the resting device, e) optionally folding up and positioning head sections and / or inner side sections vertically according to infant’s positioning needs, f) optionally adjusting fixation elements according to tube / wire placement needs.

26. A method according to claim 25 for transferring an infant comprising the steps of providing an infant already placed on the device, preferably according to method of claim 20, and g) optionally attaching anchor element(s) on a suitable surface near alift / transfer destination, h) folding up inner side sections to vertical position and folding up outer side sections so that they meet above the center section center length axis to allow both side section handle holes to meet and align, i) optionally folding up or down head sections according to infant’s positioning needs for lifts, j) attaching and securing safety clip to encompass both handle holes, k) lifting and placing the resting device 1 with infant on destination surface, l) folding outer side sections in under respective inner side sections, m) folding head sections and side sections down according to a flat / horizontal position, n) detaching fixation element from the resting device and attaching fixation clips to a previously fixed anchor element, such as an accessory element 60, o) optionally adjust fixation elements and tubes / wires according to tube / wire placement needs, p) lifting infant slightly from resting device and sliding resting device away under the infant, q) positioning infant on destination surface according to infant’s positioning needs, r) optionally adjusting fixation elements on anchor element and tube / wire attachment according to tube / wire placement needs.

27. A method of transferring an infant away from a transfer destination, preferably reached in accordance with claim 26, comprising the steps of s) optionally adjusting fixation elements and tubes / wires according to tube / wire re-placement needs, t) lifting infant slightly from surface and sliding resting device under the patient and position infant on the center section of the resting device so that the device head side sections align next to the infant’s head, u) detaching fixation element from anchor elements and re-attachingfixation elements to resting according to needs, v) optionally adjusting fixation elements and tubes / wires according to tube / wire re-placement needs, w) folding up inner side sections to vertical position and folding up outer side sections so that they meet above the center section center length axis to allow both side section handle holes to meet and align, x) attaching and securing safety clip to encompass both handles, y) lifting and placing device with infant on new destination surface z) folding outer side sections in under inner side section, respectively, aa) folding head sections and side sections down / up according to infant’s positioning needs, ab) optionally adjusting fixation elements and tube / wire position according to tube / wire placement needs.

28. An accessory anchor adapted to receive the removable fixation element of any one of claims 7 to 20.AWA Denmark A / S

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