Squeeze Pouch Holder with Spout Securing Lid to Prevent Child Spillage
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Solution Overview
Problem
Squeeze pouches used for baby food often result in food waste and messes as young children may squeeze the pouch too forcefully, causing contents to spill outside, and they may leave the pouch on the floor, leading to food being deposited on unsuitable surfaces.
Innovation Solution
A holder for squeeze pouches with a detachable lid and housing that securely holds the spout in place, preventing it from being removed without force, allowing children to feed themselves while preventing the flexible pouch from being squeezed, and can be tethered to prevent loss or spills.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If the spout of the squeeze pouch is uncovered to allow self-feeding, then children can feed themselves easily, but the pouch may be squeezed too forcefully causing food to spill outside
Solution Approach 1:
The holder acts as an intermediary device between the child and the squeeze pouch. It provides a rigid structure with a designated spout opening that mediates the feeding process, allowing the child to access food while preventing excessive squeezing forces from being directly transmitted to the pouch, thus eliminating food spillage while maintaining ease of self-feeding
2Ease of operation
If the squeeze pouch is left on the floor for child access, then children can easily reach and feed themselves, but the pouch may be stepped on causing food to exit and land on the floor
Solution Approach 1:
The invention elevates the feeding operation from the floor level to a higher, safer dimension by providing a holder that can be positioned on a table or elevated surface. This dimensional change maintains child accessibility while preventing the pouch from being stepped on, thereby eliminating food contamination risks associated with floor placement
3Loss of substance
If the spout is secured in the lid to prevent removal, then food waste is reduced, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The holder is segmented into distinct functional components: a base for stability, a lid with an integrated spout securing mechanism, and optional tethering elements. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently while keeping the overall design simple and manageable, reducing food waste through the secured spout without excessive complexity
Data Source
AI summary
A holder for a squeeze pouch containing food or beverages is described. The holder may have a one-piece construction, or the holder may include both a housing and a detachable top wall or lid. The top wall or lid of the holder includes a slot adapted to receive and secure the spout of a squeeze pouch. The housing protects the flexible portion of the squeeze pouch from pressure that could cause food or beverages to exit the spout of the squeeze pouch.