Baby bottle with syringe receiver

Abstract

Baby bottles with a syringe receiver and methods of use of the same are described. In one embodiment a baby bottle with a syringe receiver comprises a main body comprising a fluid cavity surrounding a central passage. The central passage may comprise a proximal end and a distal end at an opposite end of the proximal end. The fluid cavity may contain a fluid. The baby bottle with a syringe receiver may comprise a one way valve attached to the proximal end of the central passage. The baby bottle with a syringe receiver may comprise a nipple comprising a vacuum chamber, wherein the vacuum chamber receives the fluid contained in the fluid cavity of the main body. The baby bottle with a syringe receiver may comprise a body cap attached to a top end of the main body to secure the nipple to the main body.

Description

PATENT COOPERATION TREATY APPLICATIONOFBABY BOTTLE WITH SYRINGE RECEIVERINVENTORDANIELA MINTENKOPrepared by:LegalForce RAPC Worldwide 446 E Southern Ave.., Tempe, Arizona 85282Phone: 650-390-6434RAPC Docket No.: 00252.00055US1-PCTBABY BOTTLE WITH SYRINGE RECEIVERCLAIM OF PRIORITY

[0001] This application claims priority to and incorporates by reference herein the entirety of the disclosures of:U.S. Utility Application No. 18 / 734,975 titled “BABY BOTTLE WITH SYRINGE RECEIVER” filed on June 5, 2024, andU.S. Utility Application No. 18 / 734,958 titled “BABY BOTTLE WITH SYRINGE RECEIVER” filed on June 5, 2024.FIELD OF TECHNOLOGY

[0002] This present invention relates in general to baby bottles, and, more specifically, to a baby bottle with a syringe receiver.BACKGROUND

[0003] Caring for infants requires the administration of liquid medication during periods of illness and / or recovery. However, ensuring that children receive the appropriate dosage of medication presents several challenges in both clinical and / or domestic settings.

[0004] Infants may be naturally averse to the taste and / or experience of taking medication. This resistance of the infants may be intensified by conventional delivery methods, including but not limited to oral syringes and / or droppers, which children may associate with discomfort and / or forceful intervention. Over time, even the visual presence of such tools may cause anxiety and / or behavioral avoidance in children.

[0005] Additionally, methods for delivering medication may lack integration with regular feeding routines, leading to disjointed and / or disruptive caregiving processes. Attempting to administer medicine separately from feeding may result in spillage, inaccurate dosing, and / or rejection by the infant, all of which may reduce the reliability and / or effectiveness of treatment. Parents and / or caregivers may face difficulties in measuring the actual quantity of medication consumed when spitting and / or leakage occur during the administration process.

[0006] Moreover, available solutions may involve multiple separate components, which may be cumbersome to clean, store, and / or reuse, increasing the likelihood of contamination and / or misuse.

[0007] Therefore, existing approaches to liquid medication delivery in infants may be imprecise, stressful for the child, and / or burdensome for the caregiver.SUMMARY

[0008] Disclosed is a method, a device, and / or a system of baby bottles, and, more specifically, a baby bottle with a syringe receiver.

[0009] In one aspect, a baby bottle with syringe receiver includes a main body comprising a fluid cavity surrounding a central passage. The central passage comprises a proximal end and a distal end at an opposite end of the proximal end. The fluid cavity contains a fluid. The baby bottle with syringe receiver further includes a one way valve attached to the proximal end of the central passage. The baby bottle with syringe receiver further includes a nipple comprising a vacuum chamber, wherein the vacuum chamber receives the fluid contained in the fluid cavity of the main body.

[0010] The baby bottle with syringe receiver further includes a body cap attached to a top end of the main body to secure the nipple to the main body, the body cap further comprising a central opening to allow the nipple to pass through the body cap. The baby bottle with syringe receiver further includes a syringe body comprising a removable syringe plunger and a tip, the syringe body positioned in the central passage. The syringe body is inserted into the central passage and the tip of the syringe body is connected to the one way valve. A medication is inserted in the syringe body and the medication is moved into the vacuum chamber of the nipple via the one way valve when the syringe plunger is compressed toward the tip. The medication from the syringe body is combined with the fluid from the fluid cavity within the vacuum chamber. The combination of the medication and the fluid in the vacuum chamber are delivered into a user’s mouth via the nipple.

[0011] The baby bottle with syringe receiver may further include a nipple cap that may be attached to the body cap when the baby bottle with syringe receiver is not in use to prevent contamination.

[0012] In another aspect, a method of using a baby bottle with syringe receiver includes placing a fluid into a fluid cavity of a main body, the fluid cavity surrounding a central passage. The central passagecomprises a proximal end and a distal end at an opposite end of the proximal end. The method includes inserting a nipple through a central opening of a body cap. The nipple comprises a vacuum chamber that receives the fluid from the fluid cavity of the main body. The method includes attaching the nipple and the body cap to the main body. The body cap secures the nipple to the main body. The method includes placing a medication into a syringe body. The method includes inserting a syringe plunger into the syringe body.

[0013] The method includes inserting the syringe body comprising the medication and the syringe plunger into the central passage of the main body such that a tip of the syringe body inserts into a one way valve attached to the proximal end of the central passage. The method includes moving the medication from the syringe body to the vacuum chamber via the one way valve by compressing the syringe plunger toward the tip. The method includes combining the fluid with the medication in the vacuum chamber. The method includes delivering the combination of the fluid and the medication into a user’s mouth via the nipple.

[0014] The methods and systems disclosed herein may be implemented in any means for achieving various aspects, and may be executed in a form of a non-transitory machine-readable medium embodying a set of instructions that, when executed by a machine, cause the machine to perform any of the operations disclosed herein. Other features will be apparent from the accompanying drawings and from the detailed description that follows.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The embodiments of this invention are illustrated by way of example and not limitation in the figures of the accompanying drawings, in which like references indicate similar elements and in which:

[0016] Figure 1 illustrates a front elevation view of a baby bottle with syringe receiver comprising a nipple cap, according to one or more embodiments.

[0017] Figure 2 illustrates a rear elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figure 1, according to one or more embodiments.

[0018] Figure 3 illustrates a left side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-2, according to one or more embodiments.

[0019] Figure 4 illustrates a right side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-3, according to one or more embodiments.

[0020] Figure 5 illustrates a top plan view of the nipple cap of Figures 1-4, according to one or more embodiments.

[0021] Figure 6 illustrates a bottom plan view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-5, according to one or more embodiments.

[0022] Figure 7 illustrates an upper isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-6, according to one or more embodiments.

[0023] Figure 8 illustrates a lower isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-7, according to one or more embodiments.

[0024] Figure 9 illustrates a front elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-8 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0025] Figure 10 illustrates a rear elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-9 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0026] Figure 11 illustrates a left side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-10 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0027] Figure 12 illustrates a right side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-11 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0028] Figure 13 illustrates a top plan view of the nipple of Figures 9-12, according to one or more embodiments.

[0029] Figure 14 illustrates a bottom plan view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1- 13, according to one or more embodiments.

[0030] Figure 15 illustrates an upper isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-14 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0031] Figure 16 illustrates a lower isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-15 with the nipple cap removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0032] Figure 17 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-16, according to one or more embodiments.

[0033] Figure 18 illustrates an overall perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-17 with the syringe body and syringe plunger removed from the baby bottle with syringe receiver, according to one or more embodiments.

[0034] Figure 19 illustrates an exploded component view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-18, according to one or more embodiments.

[0035] Figure 20 is a process flow diagram illustrating a method of using the baby bottle with syringe receiver of Figures 1-19, according to one or more embodiments.

[0036] Other features of the present embodiments will be apparent from the accompanying drawings and from the detailed description that follows.DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] Example embodiments, as described below, may be used to provide a method, a system, and / or a device of baby bottles, and, more specifically, a baby bottle with a syringe receiver.

[0038] Figure 1 illustrates a front elevation view of a baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 comprising a nipple cap 114, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 1 shows the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 comprising the main body 102 and the nipple cap 114, according to one embodiment.

[0039] The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 (e.g. a baby bottle comprising a central passage 104) may be a multi-component feeding device configured to deliver a fluid / liquid and / or a liquid / fluid medication through a unified dispensing system, according to one embodiment. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may comprise integrally aligned structural features designed to minimize contamination, support ergonomic use, and / or facilitate controlled fluid administration during feeding, according to one embodiment. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may be constructed from a resilient material that is resistant to compression, twisting, and / or heating, thereby enhancing its durability in everyday use, according to one embodiment.

[0040] The bottle with syringe receiver 100 may also comprise a waterproof material, allowing the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 to withstand submersion during cleaning and / or sterilization, according to one embodiment. Additionally, the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may be formed from and / or coated with antimicrobial components that may provide antibacterial, antifungal, and / or antiviral protection, further promoting hygienic use, according to one embodiment. Antimicrobial properties may include antibacterial, biocidal, microbicidal, antifungal, antiviral, and / or other similar’ characteristics, according to one embodiment. According to one embodiment, the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may comprise an oligodynamic effect, found in metals including but not limited to copper, brass, silver, and / or gold, which may contribute to self-sanitizing functionality. Copper and its alloys may offerparticularly strong antimicrobial effects, while silver, although requiring the presence of moisture to activate its antimicrobial characteristics in some forms, may offer a less toxic alternative, according to one embodiment. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may be reusable, which may enable repeated use without compromising safety, structural integrity, and / or hygiene, according to one embodiment.

[0041] The main body 102 may be cylindrical in shape and may comprise a top end 132 and a bottom end 130, according to one embodiment. According to one embodiment, the main body 102 may alternatively be shaped in the form of a sippy cup and / or other ergonomic container to facilitate easier handling by infants and / or caregivers. The main body 102 may define a fluid cavity 126 surrounding a central passage 104. The outer surface of the main body 102 may be smooth and / or textured to enhance grip, and the material may be resilient to accommodate sterilization processes, according to one embodiment. The structural geometry of the main body 102 may vary across embodiments to support different usage preferences, including but not limited to wider bases for stability and / or contoured sides for handheld comfort. The main body 102 may comprise a plurality of indentations adjacent to the bottom end 130 which may aid in gripping, holding, and / or handling the bottle 100.

[0042] The nipple cap 114 may be a removable cover configured to enclose and / or protect the nipple 108 when the bottle 100 is not in use. The nipple cap 114 may be dome-shaped and / or contoured to match the profile of the nipple 108 and / or the body cap 110 assembly. The nipple cap 114 may prevent exposure to contaminants and / or help preserve hygiene during storage and / or transport.

[0043] Figure 2 illustrates a rear elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figure 1, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 2 shows the main body 102 extending vertically beneath the nipple cap 114, which may enclose the upper components of the bottle 100 including the nipple 108 and / or the body cap 110.

[0044] Figure 3 illustrates a left side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 ofFigures 1-2, according to one or more embodiments.

[0045] Figure 4 illustrates a right side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-3, according to one or more embodiments.

[0046] Figure 5 illustrates a top plan view of the nipple cap 114 of Figures 1-4, according to one or more embodiments. In Figure 5, the nipple cap 114 is shown enclosing the upper portion of the bottle 100, including the nipple 108 and the body cap 110, according to one embodiment.

[0047] Figure 6 illustrates a bottom plan view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-5, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 6 shows the distal end 106 of the central passage 104 of the main body 102 and the bottom end 130 of the main body 102, according to one embodiment. The distal end 106 of the central passage 104 may be an opening of the main body 102 configured to receive the syringe body 116. The distal end 106 may include an internal stop surface for the syringe plunger 118 for when the syringe plunger 118 is in a fully compressed and / or retracted position, according to one embodiment. When the syringe plunger 118 is in a fully compressed and / or retracted position, the syringe plunger 118 may be flush with the bottom end 130 of the main body 102 to allow for the bottle with syringe receiver 100 to sit flat on a surface.

[0048] The bottom end 130 may be the bottom most portion of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100. The bottom end 130 may comprise the distal end 106 of the central passage 104.

[0049] Figure 7 illustrates an upper isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-6, according to one or more embodiments.

[0050] Figure 8 illustrates a lower isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-7, according to one or more embodiments. This perspective may highlight the bottom 130 of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 and may show how the base (e.g. the bottom end 130) supports the vertically aligned internal components, including the distal end 106 and the central passage104 that receives the syringe assembly (e.g. the syringe body 116 and / or the syringe plunger 118).

[0051] Figure 9 illustrates a front elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver lOOof Figures 1-8, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 9 shows the main body 102 and a nipple 108, according to one embodiment.

[0052] The nipple 108 may be a pliable and generally bulbous structure comprising an internal vacuum chamber 124 which may receive fluid from the fluid cavity 126 of the main body 102 and / or medication via the one way valve 112, according to one embodiment. The nipple 108 may be fabricated from a flexible, compressible, and / or sterilizable material including but not limited to silicone, rubber, and / or thermoplastic elastomers. The nipple 108 may extend upward through a central opening 122 of the body cap 110 and may be secured in place by downward pressure exerted by the flange of the body cap 110. The nipple 108 may be dimensioned to project above the top end 132 of the main body 102 to facilitate oral engagement by an infant user.

[0053] The nipple 108 may comprise a terminal outlet at its apex through which fluid and / or medication mixture may exit the vacuum chamber 124 and enter the user's mouth during feeding, according to one embodiment. The nipple 108 may be configured to deform under suction, which may allow the contents of the vacuum chamber 124 to be dispensed. The vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108 may be fluidly coupled to the tip 128 of the syringe body 116 via the one way valve 112, and may further be in fluid communication with the surrounding fluid cavity 126. The nipple 108 may be aligned concentrically relative to the body cap 110, ensuring symmetrical distribution of pressure and / or fluid during use, according to one embodiment. The nipple 108 may be removable for cleaning and / or replacement and may be dimensionally and geometrically compatible with the central opening 122 of the body cap 110.

[0054] Figure 10 illustrates a rear elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures1-9, according to one or more embodiments.

[0055] Figure 11 illustrates a left side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-10 with the nipple cap 114 removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0056] Figure 12 illustrates a right side elevation view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-11 with the nipple cap 114 removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0057] Figure 13 illustrates a top plan view of the nipple 108 of Figures 9-12, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 13 shows the nipple 108 and a body cap 110, according to one embodiment. The body cap 110 may attach to the top end 132 of the main body 102 to secure the nipple 108 in fixed alignment with the central passage 104 and / or the one way valve 112. The body cap 110 may comprise a central opening 122 through which the nipple 108 may extend, and may further comprise a flange which may apply downward axial force toward the bottom end 130 of the main body 102. The flange of the body cap 110 may engage an annular base of the nipple 108 to maintain a compressive seal between the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108 and the one way valve 112 positioned at the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. The body cap 110 may thereby facilitate fluid communication between the one way valve 112 and the vacuum chamber 124, which may allow medication from the syringe body 116 to pass into the vacuum chamber 124 when the syringe plunger 118 is actuated. The body cap 110 may be fabricated from a rigid or semi-rigid material including but not limited to polypropylene, polycarbonate, and / or ABS plastic, and may be removably or permanently fastened to the main body 102 by mechanical means including but not limited to threads, locking tabs, and / or snap-fit ridges. In Figure 13, the top plan view reveals the exposed nipple 108 extending through the central opening 122 of the body cap 110. The circular rim of the body cap 110 may be visible surrounding the base of the nipple 108. The view may highlight the central alignment of the nipple 108 relative to the surrounding components.

[0058] Figure 14 illustrates a bottom plan view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures1-13, according to one or more embodiments.

[0059] Figure 15 illustrates an upper isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-14, according to one or more embodiments.

[0060] Figure 16 illustrates a lower isometric perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-15 with the nipple cap 114 removed, according to one or more embodiments.

[0061] Figure 17 illustrates a cross-sectional view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-16, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 17 shows the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 comprising the main body 102, the central passage 104, the distal end 106, the nipple 108, the body cap 110, the one way valve 112, the nipple cap 114, the syringe body 116, the syringe plunger 118, the proximal end 120, the vacuum chamber 124, the fluid cavity 126, the tip 128, the bottom end 130, and the top end 132, according to one embodiment.

[0062] The central passage 104 may be a vertically extending cavity located concentrically within the main body 102. This central passage 104 may receive the syringe body 116 and / or guide it along the longitudinal axis of the bottle 100. The central passage 104 may be structurally isolated from the surrounding fluid cavity 126 to maintain a separation between the nutritive liquid and / or the medicated contents.

[0063] The one-way valve 112 may be positioned at the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104 to allow fluid from the syringe body 116 to pass into the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108 via the tip 128 of the syringe body 116 and / or the one way valve 112 while preventing backflow of fluid and / or air into the syringe. This unidirectional flow path may help maintain sterility of the medication and / or ensure accurate dosage delivery. Furthermore, the tip 128 may form the sealing interface with the oneway valve 112 to avoid leaks and / or cross -contamination between the medication path and the nutritive fluid path, according to one embodiment. The body cap 110 may be tightly fastened onto the proximalend 120 of the main body 102. The nipple 108 may pass through the central opening 122 of the body cap to ensure a secure and / or enclosed fit. The nipple cap 114 may then be removably attached over the nipple 108 to provide an additional layer of protection against environmental contaminants during storage or transport. Collectively, these isolation and / or sealing components may enhance sanitary performance and functional reliability across multiple uses of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100.

[0064] The one way valve 112 may be disposed at the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. The one way valve 112 may include a flexible membrane and / or conical closure that may interface with the tip 128 and may allow unidirectional flow of medication from the syringe body 116 toward the nipple 108, according to one embodiment. The one way valve 112 may prevent any backflow of liquid from the nipple 108 and / or the fluid cavity 126 into the syringe path during operation.

[0065] The vacuum chamber 124 may be located within the nipple 108 and may serve as a mixing or collection space for fluid entering from both the fluid cavity 126 and the syringe body 116, according to one embodiment. The vacuum chamber 124 may interface with the one way valve 112 to allow medication to flow from the syringe body 116 into the vacuum chamber 124, according to one embodiment. The vacuum chamber 124 may also contribute to maintaining fluid pressure and / or flow control during suction.

[0066] The syringe body 116 may be an elongated, cylindrical container comprising the tip 128 which may be configured to interface with the one way valve 112. The syringe body 116 may lie coaxially within the central passage 104 and / or extend upward toward the vacuum chamber 124. The syringe body 116 may contain liquid medication and may be configured for manual and / or mechanical actuation during feeding, according to one embodiment. In some embodiments, the syringe body 116 may be positioned at an angle relative to the central axis of the main body 102, such that the orientation of the syringe is not strictly parallel to the longitudinal length of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100which may allow for greater design flexibility and / or ergonomic advantages during insertion or actuation.

[0067] In one or more embodiments, the syringe body 116 may be fully enclosed within the central passage 104 of the main body 102, such that the syringe body 116 is not visible externally once assembled. This hidden configuration may reduce visual cues that often trigger resistance, anxiety, and / or aversion in infants and / or toddlers during feeding when medication is involved. The central passage 104 may further shield the syringe body 116 from external tampering and / or accidental dislodgement, according to one embodiment. Additionally, the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108 may be structured to delay mixing of the medication with the nutritive fluid until the moment of suction and / or syringe actuation, thus reducing the immediate taste of the medication, according to one embodiment. This may help ensure that the child perceives the feeding experience as familiar and pleasant, thereby encouraging compliance and promoting a stress-free interaction during medication administration, according to one embodiment.

[0068] The syringe plunger 118 may be inserted into the lower end of the syringe body 116 and may be slidable along its axis toward the tip 128, according to one embodiment. The syringe plunger 118 may include a sealing head to push the medicated fluid through the syringe body 116 toward the nipple 108. In some configurations, the syringe plunger 118 may also include a grip and / or actuation handle at the distal end 106 for manual control. In some embodiments, other mechanical devices can be used instead of the syringe plunger 118. According to one embodiment, the syringe plunger 118 may be substituted with another pusher device. The pusher device and / or syringe plunger 118 may be positioned in a closed position such as where bottle 100 is not used to administer medication via central passage 104. According to an embodiment shown in Figures 1-19, when the bottle 100 is used only to contain a substance in the fluid cavity 126 of main body 102, a bottom end of the syringe body 116 may be incontact with the bottom end 130 of the main body 102.

[0069] According to one embodiment, the syringe plunger 118 may be substituted with a mechanical pusher assembly and / or a spring-loaded actuator may be integrated at the distal end 106 of the main body 102, which may be positioned to apply controlled force to the syringe plunger 118. This mechanism may include a push button, twist dial, and / or lever that incrementally depresses the syringe plunger 116 to release medication into the vacuum chamber 124 in a regulated manner. Such configurations may improve dosing precision, reduce caregiver effort, and / or enable one-handed operation, which may be especially beneficial during multitasking or emergency feeding situations, according to one embodiment. Additionally, incorporating a mechanical actuation system may help minimize unintended over-injection of medication and / or may enhance ergonomic use for caregivers with limited dexterity and / or strength, according to one embodiment.

[0070] The proximal end 120 may be the uppermost region of the central passage 104. The proximal end 120 may comprise the one way valve 112. The proximal end 120 may be adjacent to the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108.

[0071] The fluid cavity 126 may be the space between the outer wall of the central passage 104 and / or the inner wall of the main body 102. The fluid cavity 126 may be configured to hold nutritive liquid such as milk, water, juice, and / or formula. The fluid cavity 126 may be structurally isolated from the central passage 104 to preserve the independent administration of medication and / or feeding fluid, according to one embodiment.

[0072] The tip 128 may be a tapered extension of the syringe body 116 which may insert into and / or engage the one way valve 112 at the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. The tip 128 may be cylindrically and / or conically shaped to provide a sealed interface with the on way valve 112 and may define an internal lumen through which a fluid medication may be transferred, according to oneembodiment. The tip 128 may comprise an external surface which may interact with the internal walls of the one way valve 112 to ensure unidirectional flow of medication into the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108. The tip 128 may be fabricated from a rigid or semi-rigid material including but not limited to polycarbonate, polyethylene, and / or stainless steel. The tip 128 may be positioned at the leading end of the syringe body 116 along the longitudinal axis and may be aligned axially with the central passage 104 to ensure consistent fluid flow and / or sealing performance, according to one embodiment. The tip 128 may be dimensioned to penetrate the sealing membrane of the one way valve 112 without causing structural damage to either component. The tip 128 may enable fluid communication between the syringe body 116 and the vacuum chamber 124 via the one way valve 112 when the syringe plunger 118 is advanced. The tip 128 may further serve as a fixed structural endpoint for the plunger stroke during compression, facilitating predictable and controlled dosage delivery.

[0073] The top end 132 may be the uppermost portion of the main body 102. The top end 132 may comprise a plurality of grooves where the body cap 110 may screw onto to hold the nipple 108 in place. The top end 132 may be adjacent to the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. The top end 132 may be adjacent to the one way valve 112.

[0074] As shown in Figure 17, the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may comprise a main body 102 comprising a fluid cavity 126 surrounding a central passage 104. The central passage 104 may comprise a proximal end 120 and / or a distal end 106 at an opposite end of the proximal end 120. The fluid cavity 126 may contain a fluid. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may further comprise a one way valve 112 attached to the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may further comprise a nipple 108 comprising a vacuum chamber 124. The vacuum chamber 124 may receive the fluid contained in the fluid cavity 126 of the main body 102. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may further comprise a body cap 110 attached to a top end 132 of themain body 102 to secure the nipple 108 to the main body 102. The body cap 110 may further comprise a central opening 122 to allow the nipple 108 to pass through the body cap 110.

[0075] The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may further comprise a syringe body 116 comprising a removable syringe plunger 118 and / or a tip 128. The syringe body 116 may be positioned in the central passage 104. The syringe body 116 may be inserted into the central passage 104. The tip 128 of the syringe body 116 may be connected to the one way valve 112. A medication may be inserted in the syringe body 116 and the medication may be moved into the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108 via the one way valve 112 when the syringe plunger 118 is compressed toward the tip 128, according to one embodiment. The medication from the syringe body 116 may be combined with the fluid from the fluid cavity 126 within the vacuum chamber 124. The combination of the medication and / or the fluid in the vacuum chamber 124 may be delivered into a user’s mouth via the nipple 108. The baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may further comprise a nipple cap 114 that may be attached to the body cap 110 when the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 is not in use to prevent contamination.

[0076] Figure 18 illustrates an overall perspective view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-17 with the syringe body 116 and / or syringe plunger 118 removed from the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100, according to one or more embodiments.

[0077] Figure 19 illustrates an exploded component view of the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-18, according to one or more embodiments. Figure 19 shows the main body 102, the central passage 104, the nipple 108, the body cap 110, the one way valve 112, the nipple cap 114, the syringe body 116, the syringe plunger 118, the proximal end 120, the central opening 122, the tip 128, and the top 132 of the main body 102, according to one embodiment.

[0078] The central opening 122 may be a feature of the body cap 110 and may be dimensioned to receive and / or securely retain the nipple 108 to the central passage 104 and / or the main body 102, according toone embodiment. The central opening 122 may comprise an inwardly extending lip and / or circumferential groove to ensure a leak-resistant seal when the nipple 108 is fitted and / or put into place. In some embodiments, the central opening 122 may also serve as a guiding passage for aligning the tip 128 of the syringe body 116 with the vacuum chamber 124 via the one way valve 112. The central opening 122 may be concentric with the body cap 110 to ensure proper axial alignment with the central passage 104 of the main body 102.

[0079] In use, the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 may be assembled in a stepwise manner to facilitate both nutritional and medicinal delivery during feeding. The main body 102 may first be filled with a fluid, such as milk, water, juice, and / or formula, by removing the body cap 110 and pouring the fluid into the fluid cavity 126 surrounding the central passage 104, according to one embodiment. Separately, a dose of liquid medication may be drawn into the syringe body 116 by retracting the syringe plunger 118. The filled syringe body 116 may then be inserted through the distal end 106 of the central passage 104, such that the tip 128 of the syringe body 116 passes through (e.g. connects with) the one way valve 112, allowing medication from the syringe body 116 to enter the vacuum chamber 124 of the nipple 108, according to one embodiment.

[0080] Once assembled, the body cap 110 may be securely fastened at the top end 132 of the main body 102, allowing the nipple 108 to protrude through the central opening 122. The body cap 110 may be securely fastened at the top end 132 of the main body 102 by various means including but not limited to a screw-on configuration, a snap-on configuration, a hook-and-loop configuration, and / or a magnetic mating configuration. The nipple cap 114 may be placed over the nipple 108 to prevent contamination during storage and / or transport. When the user and / or caregiver depresses / compresses the syringe plunger 118, the medication may be delivered through the syringe body 116. The medication may pass through the one way valve 112 and enters the vacuum chamber 124, where it mixes with the nutritivefluid drawn from the fluid cavity 126, according to one embodiment. The resulting fluid mixture is dispensed through the nipple 108 into the user’s mouth during feeding, according to one embodiment.

[0081] Figure 20 is a process flow diagram illustrating a method of using the baby bottle with syringe receiver 100 of Figures 1-19, according to one or more embodiments. In operation 2002, a fluid may be placed into a fluid cavity 126 of a main body 102 and the fluid cavity 126 may surround a central passage 104. In operation 2004, a nipple 108 may be inserted through a central opening 122 of a body cap 110. In operation 2006, the nipple 108 and the body cap 110 may be attached to the top end 132 of the main body 102. In operation 2008, a medication may be placed into a syringe body 116. In operation 2010 a syringe plunger 118 may be inserted into the syringe body 116. In operation 2012, the syringe body 116 comprising the medication and / or the syringe plunger 118 may be inserted into the central passage 104 of the main body 102 such that a tip 128 of the syringe body 116 inserts into a one way valve 112 attached to the proximal end 120 of the central passage 104. In operation 2014, the medication may be moved from the syringe body 116 to the vacuum chamber 124 via the one way valve 112 by compressing the syringe plunger 118 toward the tip 128. In operation 2016, the fluid may be combined with the medication in the vacuum chamber 124. In operation 2018, the combination of the fluid and / or the medication may be delivered into a user’s mouth via the nipple 108.

[0082] Although the present embodiments have been described with reference to specific structural and functional components of a baby bottle with syringe receiver, it will be evident that various modifications and changes may be made to these embodiments without departing from the broader spirit and scope of the invention. For example, the components, including but not limited to the nipple, body cap, one way valve, and syringe assembly may be formed using alternative materials, shapes, or manufacturing techniques suited to particular use cases or user preferences.

[0083] In addition, it will be appreciated that the relative positioning, proportions, or fastening

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mechanisms of the components may vary while still achieving the intended combination of feeding and medication delivery functions. The syringe plunger may be substituted with alternative mechanical elements such as a pusher device or an automated actuator in certain implementations. The main body may take on alternate ergonomic forms, including but not limited to sippy cup structures or angled designs.[0084] A number of embodiments have been described. Nevertheless, it will be understood that additional variations may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the claimed invention. For example, components shown as distinct in the drawings may be integrated or merged in other embodiments, and the internal cavity structure may be adapted to accommodate different liquid volumes or delivery rates. Additional elements may be included, or some elements may be omitted, based on the specific design requirements.[0085] Accordingly, the specification and accompanying figures are to be regarded in an illustrative rather than a restrictive sense.CLAIMS1. A baby bottle with syringe receiver comprising: a main body comprising a fluid cavity surrounding a central passage, wherein the central passage comprises a proximal end and a distal end at an opposite end of the proximal end, wherein the fluid cavity contains a fluid; a one way valve attached to the proximal end of the central passage; a nipple comprising a vacuum chamber, wherein the vacuum chamber receives the fluid contained in the fluid cavity of the main body; a body cap attached to a top end of the main body to secure the nipple to the main body, the body cap comprising a central opening to allow the nipple to pass through the body cap; and a syringe body comprising a removable syringe plunger and a tip, the syringe body positioned in the central passage, wherein the syringe body is inserted into the central passage and the tip of the syringe body is connected to the one way valve, wherein a medication is inserted in the syringe body and the medication is moved into the vacuum chamber of the nipple via the one way valve when the syringe plunger is compressed toward the tip, wherein the medication from the syringe body is combined with the fluid from the fluid cavity within the vacuum chamber; wherein the combination of the medication and the fluid in the vacuum chamber are delivered into a user’s mouth via the nipple.

2. The baby bottle with syringe receiver of claim 1 further comprising: a nipple cap attached to the body cap when the baby bottle with syringe receiver is not in use to prevent contamination.

3. A method of using a baby bottle with syringe receiver comprising: placing a fluid into a fluid cavity of a main body, the fluid cavity surrounding a central passage, wherein the central passage comprises a proximal end and a distal end at an opposite end of the proximal end; inserting a nipple through a central opening of a body cap, wherein the nipple comprises a vacuum chamber that receives the fluid from the fluid cavity of the main body; attaching the nipple and the body cap to the top end of the main body, wherein the body cap secures the nipple to the main body; placing a medication into a syringe body; inserting a syringe plunger into the syringe body; inserting the syringe body comprising the medication and the syringe plunger into the central passage of the main body such that a tip of the syringe body inserts into a one way valve attached to the proximal end of the central passage; moving the medication from the syringe body to the vacuum chamber via the one way valve by compressing the syringe plunger toward the tip; combining the fluid with the medication in the vacuum chamber; and

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