LACTATION BALL TO SUPPORT THE BREASTFEEDING PROCESS FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHERS.

Abstract

This invention is an effective and comfortable device designed to increase the amount of milk produced in the mother by combining back massage, breast massage and heat application techniques. Its feature is that it has a main body (1) with a bed section (1.1) in the middle and a handle (3) to be positioned on the bed section (1.1) that can make a 180-degree angle, and at least three movable balls (2) made of hard plastic material that move independently, contain heat-sensitive medical gel inside, and can be inserted into and removed from the main body (1).

Description

1 TARIFF SUPPORTING THE BREASTFEEDING PROCESS FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHERS LACTATION BALL Technological Field: This invention uses back massage, breast massage, and heat to increase the amount of milk produced by the mother. It is an effective and comfortable tool designed for the combined use of various application techniques. State of the Art: Breastfeeding is invaluable for both fetal and maternal health, especially in the early postpartum period. initiating and continuing breastfeeding and increasing breastfeeding rates during this period Supporting breastfeeding is of great importance. The WHO recommends that breastfeeding should begin at least 15 days postpartum. in a short time, skin-to-skin contact between mother and baby and the initiation of breastfeeding It suggests encouraging women. Breastfeeding, especially for babies aged 0-6 months, is essential for healthy growth and development. It is of critical importance. The World Health Organization (WHO) and 20 United Nations Children's Fund UNICEF recommends that every baby receives only breast milk for the first 6 months after birth. breastfeeding should continue until the age of 2, provided it is combined with complementary foods. They argue that nutrition should continue. However, on a global scale and Breastfeeding rates in our country are still lower than expected. Breastfeeding rates in the first 6 months are 25%. England 1%, America 16.4%, Azerbaijan 12%, Afghanistan 16%, China 51%, Egypt It has been reported as 53%. In our country, according to TNSA 2018 data, this rate is... It is 41%. Many factors affect lactation and effective breastfeeding in the early postpartum period. 30 There are several important factors, particularly the method of birth of a newborn, that affect the breastfeeding process. It is one of the factors. Today, cesarean sections are common in developing countries and in Türkiye. 2 The rates are steadily increasing. In cesarean births, the mother and baby are separated for a long time. factors such as prolonged exposure, lack of skin-to-skin contact, surgical pain, and invasive procedures performed. It is a known fact that many factors negatively affect breastfeeding success. Primipar Mothers who have had a cesarean section and those who have had breastfeeding should be supported first during the breastfeeding process. They are groups. 5 In the literature, supporting breastfeeding and increasing breastfeeding rates in the early postpartum period... There are many practices aimed at increasing breastfeeding. Supporting the breastfeeding process. Examples include kangaroo care, yoga, back massage, breast massage, acupressure, and heat therapy. It is known that different non-pharmacological methods are applied. Massage is used worldwide in 10 It is a treatment technique applied and aimed at resolving breastfeeding problems. Breastfeeding There are various breast massage techniques that can be used to treat these problems. Similarly, back massage can be used to stimulate the milk let-down reflex in the early postpartum period. Breast massage and applying heat to the breasts can be performed. It also has various features, unlike known applications in the current technology. Various innovative devices are also known to increase breastfeeding rates. These include... One of them is the mochi breast device. This device provides the milk ducts with the micro-level vibrations they need. By providing this, it helps regulate milk flow, opens blocked milk ducts, and allows the baby to move more freely. To ensure comfortable suckling, the breast should be softened, both during pumping and at 20:00. It helps to completely empty the mother's breast during breastfeeding. It also helps to improve breast tissue. Milk release is stimulated by applying low levels of vibration. Another known product in the current technology is called "Lactamo". Lactamo is a gentle and safe 25-day breastfeeding supplement designed to help with breastfeeding issues. It is a silicone ball. Lactamo is designed to help with common breastfeeding problems. It uses a combination of heat, movement, and compression. Lactamo's The usage period is 1 year. It is recommended to replace the device after 1 year. Usage If the balls are damaged or punctured during this process, and the gel inside leaks out, it is recommended that they be replaced immediately. The fact that Lactamo has a single silicone ball means less pressure is applied to a more confined area, 30 Lactomo should only be used for massage of breast tissue for one year. 3 It has a shelf life, and when the gel inside deteriorates. Disposal is among the identified problems. Another product used in current technology is the spiked massage ball, which is multi-purpose. These are silicone balls that come in different shapes and are used on different parts of the body. However, 5 Spiky massage balls do not contain gel, therefore they offer the possibility of hot and cold applications. It is not available. The spiked massage ball only has a massage function. General features of these products include addressing common problems encountered during breastfeeding. Due to its ease of use, softness, freedom of movement, safety and small size, it is a 10 The main advantage is its ease of use. However, using these products alone is quite challenging. It is difficult. Furthermore, the use of these massage devices is individually effective in the literature for women. This can make it difficult to perform the back massage that is considered a proper procedure. The effectiveness of these products... To be able to use it in some way, massage both the breast and back areas. They need to have the ability. This situation is encountered in the 15th year of breastfeeding. It can help to alleviate problems more effectively. The tools mentioned above... They are inadequate and at a disadvantage in this regard. Products like "Lactamo" and "Spiky Massage Ball" are designed as single balls. The design may limit the area where the massage is applied. Also, silicone 20 The use of soft balls in the massage reduces its effectiveness. On the other hand, Tools like "Mochi" are also small in size. This can lead to a decrease in the effectiveness of the massage. These products can stimulate milk release from the breasts and help treat breast problems. They are designed to alleviate [the problem]. However, the design of these products can cause postpartum problems for mothers. 25 To provide this, they need to be efficient, easy, and practical. However, single ball The shape and small size of these devices can make them difficult to use, massage. It can limit the area being massaged and cause the mother to waste time, which is crucial for the effectiveness of the massage. Patent application number TR2024011837 describes breastfeeding with warm massage as a milk-increasing method. The bra is described. The relevant document mentions women who have given birth prematurely or had a cesarean section. for women with low milk supply, udder engorgement, mastitis, or inability to empty the udder. 4 used in mothers and helps increase breast milk production during breastfeeding. The description of the nursing bra with heated massage function is provided. However, information regarding the back massage application is missing. No applications are included. The document numbered CN215426053U describes a multifunctional breast shield to relieve milk bloating. The protective device is described. The invention is related to the technical field of medical and healthcare equipment, specifically a a milk bottle featuring a double cup, removable shoulder straps and fastening straps. It relates to a multifunctional breast protector designed to alleviate the burden. However, the aforementioned The document does not contain any instructions regarding back massage application. In conclusion, a new one that can overcome the disadvantages mentioned above. Technology is needed. Description of the invention: Our invention supports lactation in mothers who are breastfeeding during the postpartum period. It is designed to increase and support breastfeeding. An innovative product developed. thanks to massage and dry heat application to the mother's back and breast tissue. By applying these techniques together, milk production is increased and successful breastfeeding is achieved. The aim is to ensure this. 20 Our invention, unlike existing techniques, uses the back to increase milk release from the udders. She is applying the massage effectively. Our invention will provide support to the mother from someone else. This has made it possible for the mother to give the massage independently, on her own. It allows for easy and effective back and breast massage. This 25 Thanks to our invention, women can manage their breastfeeding process individually and actively. This will ensure that the right choices are made for the woman and her baby during the postpartum period. Doing so, effectively and successfully breastfeeding her baby will strengthen his / her autonomy. Our invention is a design consisting of three independently moving balls. 30 This design allows for a wider massage area. This enables the woman to recover in a shorter time. This allowed for a more effective massage, saving time. Furthermore, because the three movable balls in our invention are independent of each other... In case of any technical problem, simply remove the faulty ball and install a new one. It is possible. Moreover, assembly processes are easy thanks to the simple structure of our invention. simplified and labor and product costs are lower compared to products in current technology. It has been reduced to a low level. 5 Our invention features removable balls, allowing it to be used in both dry hot and dry cold environments. Massage can be applied. The balls should only be placed in boiling or cold water. Disposal provides ease of use in practice. The hot water produced with our invention... The application, along with back massage, physiologically increases oxytocin release in the mother by 10. It activates milk production by increasing it. Then, the udder is treated with heat. Massaging the tissue helps to open the milk ducts in the breasts and increase milk production. It allows for its release. Therefore, thanks to this invention, more mothers will be able to... Back massage, breast massage, and warm compresses are used together to stimulate milk production. It has been used. 15 Our invention combines back massage, breast massage, and... to increase the amount of milk produced by the mother. An effective and comfortable solution that aims to use heat application techniques in combination. It is a tool. Our invention requires no prior preparation for use. Hot application. If used together with other ingredients, simply leave it in boiling water for 2-3 minutes. 20 Our invention is suitable for sterilization and can therefore be used for other individuals as well. It can be used alone, or with the help of a spouse, friend, etc. Our invention is for use with both hot and cold applications for the mother. It provides benefits. If there is breast tenderness or pain in the breasts after breastfeeding, the mother should consult a doctor. By simply cooling the balls without massaging, the lactation ball can penetrate the breast tissue. Inserting it will reduce breast pain and tenderness. Also, during breastfeeding... Independently speaking, the device has a second advantage. Our invention has a wider reach. Through effective and comfortable massage application on the body surface, the musculoskeletal system It affects 30 other areas of the body, including muscle pain, tension, and spasms. It can also be used in these situations. 6 The foldable handle of our invention makes it easy to carry. When folded, the handle becomes smaller and can be easily attached to the main body. It can be attached. In addition, back and chest massages are much easier with the handle attached. It has become so. Likewise, this handle part is designed so that users can grip it comfortably. It is designed. 5 The invention is easy to assemble thanks to the fact that its components can be easily fastened together. It is being installed, and the costs are low thanks to the short assembly time. Furthermore, the invention has a robust structure. Explaining the Figures: The invention will be described by referring to the attached figures, so that the features of the invention can be explained. It will be understood and appreciated more clearly, but the purpose of this invention is this obvious It is not about limiting it with regulations. On the contrary, the invention is defined by the accompanying claims in 15 all alternatives, modifications, and options that could be included within the defined area The aim is to cover their equivalences. The details shown are only for the present invention. It is shown to illustrate the preferred arrangements and both the methods shaping, as well as the most useful and conceptual features of the invention's rules and principles It should be understood that they are presented to provide an easily understandable definition. In these drawings; 20 Figure 1 shows the front view of the main body. Figure 2 shows the front view of the moving ball. Figure 3 shows the front view of the stem. Figure 4 shows the application of the stem to the main body. 25 Figure 5 is a perspective view showing the exploded assembly of the invention. Figure 6 shows the general overview of the invention. Illustrations that will help understand this invention are shown in the attached image. They are numbered and listed below with their names. 30 Explanation of References: 7 1. Main body 1.1. Bed section 1.2. Lower body 1.2.1. Nest 5 1.3. Top cover 1.3.1. Latch 2. Moving ball 3. Handle 3.1. Projection 10 Level 3.2 Detailed Description of the Invention: The parts that make up the invention are basically; the main body (1), the movable ball (2) and the handle (3) 15 It consists of the main body (1), lower body (1.2) and top cover (1.3) parts. It consists of the bearing of the movable ball (2) inside the lower body (1.2). Bed sections (1.1) have been formed in the same way to provide the main body. The handle (3) which can be coupled onto (1) has the features of protrusion (3.1) and step (3.2). It has. 20 Figures 1-2 show the views of the main body (1) and the moving ball (2). The main body (1) houses the movable balls (2). The main body (1) is movable It is designed so that balls (2) can be placed inside and removed. Main body (1) It contains slots in which a large number of movable balls (2) can be placed. 25 The movable balls (2) move independently of each other and are connected to the main body (1) It is not integrated. The movable balls (2) are detachable. These balls (2) Made of hard plastic material. Heat-sensitive inside the moving balls (2) Medical gel is included. For hot application, the movable balls (2) are boiled in water. Waiting inside for 2-3 minutes will be sufficient. For cold application, the moving balls should be kept inside for 30 minutes. (2) It must be kept in cold water in the same way. Inside the main body (1) If the moving balls (2) become deformed, punctured or lost, they will be replaced with new ones. 8 The number of movable balls (2) is preferably three, but the number can be changed depending on the type of massage. It may change. The handle (3) part is shown in Figure 3. This part has at least one step (3.2) It has the feature of being able to fold and nest inside each other. The user can perform self-massage. 5 It is designed to be able to perform the application. The slot on the main body (1) (1.1) protrusion (3.1) allows the user to perform massage movements more easily by being seated. It is provided. The main body (1) moves at an angle of 180 degrees thanks to the handle (3) to the person It allows for massage from different angles {Figure 4}. The invention is implemented as follows; since a hot application will be performed first, each one The moving ball (2) is heated appropriately and placed on the main body (1). First, a back massage (back to the region, especially at the posterior level of the 4th, 5th, and 6th ribs and the adjacent paravertebral area. (as specified in the guide) by stimulating the milk production reflex, prolactin and oxytocin release. She is warned. The mother first applies her own 15 to the area on her back on the side of the breast tissue where she will breastfeed. She massages herself with a lactation ball, using repetitive, rapid movements from top to bottom. and apply gentle pressure from bottom to top on the back for at least 3-5 minutes. She applies the massage. Then she places the lactation ball on the breast tissue where she will be breastfeeding. insert it and apply gentle pressure from top to bottom, from the periphery to the nipple. She applies a warm massage using linear movements towards the center of the skin. The mother does this process for 20 minutes. She will notice that she is relaxing inside and that milk has started to flow from her nipple. Her baby After breastfeeding correctly and effectively, the formation of growths in the breast tissue and nipple... This time, the lactation ball is used for cold application to reduce pain and sensitivity. You can use it. Just keep the moving balls (2) in cold water for 2-3 minutes without massaging. When a lactation ball is placed on the breast tissue after cooling, it relieves breast pain and 25... Its sensitivity will decrease. Figures 5-6 show the exploded assembly view and the full assembly view of the invention. The lower body (1.1) and the upper cover (1.2) which form the main body (1) are given. They are related to each other by the elements of the socket (1.2.1) and latch (1.3.1). Latch 30 The assembly process is completed by channeling (1.3.1) into the socket (1.2.1). The clothespin (1.3.1) is preferably made of plastic and is placed over the finger. 9 When pressed, the top cover (1.3) can be easily separated from the lower body (1.2). is provided. If the latch (1.3.1) is to be made of metallic material, the inside It may contain a spring part that can enable the forward and backward movement of the latch (1.3.1). After the top cover (1.3) is separated from the lower body (1.2), the movable balls (2) are in the bearing. They are located in sections (1.1). Bed sections (1.1) have a certain amount of external bill 5 having, after the top cover (1.3) is closed, the movable balls (2) from their bearing parts (1.1) their separation was prevented. 15 25

Claims

REQUESTS 1- The invention is a lactation ball that supports the breastfeeding process for postpartum mothers, feature; - having a bed section in the middle (1.1) and 5 to be positioned in the bed section (1.1) a main body with the ability to make an angle of 180 degrees together with the handle (3) (1), - independently moving, containing a heat-sensitive medical gel inside, a rigid plastic material structure that can be inserted into and removed from the main body (1) It must have at least three movable balls (2). 10 2- Supporting the breastfeeding process for postpartum mothers mentioned in Claim 1. It is a lactation ball and its feature is that it has a handle (3) containing at least one level (3.2). It is characterized by... 3- The main body mentioned in Claim 1 is (1), and its characteristic is that they are nests (1.2.1) to each other respectively. and the lower body (1.2) and the upper cover (1.3) which can be attached and detached via the latch (1.3.1) It is characterized by having certain qualities. 25

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