U.S. patent application number 13/447177 was filed with the patent office on 2013-10-17 for system and method for transitioning an infant from swaddling.
The applicant listed for this patent is Stephanie Parker. Invention is credited to Stephanie Parker.
Application Number | 20130269080 13/447177 |
Document ID | / |
Family ID | 49323719 |
Filed Date | 2013-10-17 |
United States Patent
Application |
20130269080 |
Kind Code |
A1 |
Parker; Stephanie |
October 17, 2013 |
System and Method for Transitioning an Infant from Swaddling
Abstract
A system and method for transitioning a baby from the swaddle
blanket is disclosed herein Specifically, the system can comprise a
body, a neck hole in a top portion of said body, two arm sleeves
connected to opposite sides of said body, a leg cover that connects
to a bottom portion of said body, and a slit closeable by
fasteners. each of said arm sleeves has no orifice large enough for
an arm to pass through. The leg cover has no orifice large enough
for a leg to pass through.
Inventors: |
Parker; Stephanie; (Fort
Worth, TX) |
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Applicant: |
Name |
City |
State |
Country |
Type |
Parker; Stephanie |
Fort Worth |
TX |
US |
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Family ID: |
49323719 |
Appl. No.: |
13/447177 |
Filed: |
April 14, 2012 |
Current U.S.
Class: |
2/69.5 |
Current CPC
Class: |
A41B 13/06 20130101 |
Class at
Publication: |
2/69.5 |
International
Class: |
A41D 1/00 20060101
A41D001/00 |
Claims
1. A transition wrap comprising a body; a neck hole in a top
portion of said body; two arm sleeves connected to opposite sides
of said body, each of said arm sleeves having no orifice large
enough for an arm to pass through; a leg cover that connects to a
bottom portion of said body, said leg cover having no orifice large
enough for a leg to pass through; a slit closeable by
fasteners.
2. The transition wrap of claim 1, wherein said neck hole further
comprise a collar.
3. The transition wrap of claim 1, wherein each of said arm sleeves
is substantially triangular in form.
4. The transition wrap of claim 1, wherein said leg cover is
substantially trapezoidal in form.
5. The transition wrap of claim 1, wherein said slit can extend
from said neckhole downward to said leg cover,
6. The transition wrap of claim 5 wherein said slit comprises a
left side and a right side, and wherein said left side comprises a
first fastener and said right side comprises a second fastener,
further wherein said first fastener is compatible with said second
fastener.
7. The transition wrap of claim 6, wherein said first side and said
second side comprise a hook and loop system.
8. The transition wrap of claim 7, wherein said first side and said
second side comprise one or more buttons.
9. The transition wrap of claim 7, wherein said first side and said
second side comprise a zipper,
10. The transition wrap of claim 9 wherein said zipper comprises a
top stop portion.
11. The transition wrap of claim 10, wherein said top stop portion
is cloth flap.
12. The transition wrap of claim 1 wherein said sleeves are
closed.
13. The transition wrap of claim 12 wherein said leg cover is
closed.
14. The transition wrap of claim 1 wherein said leg cover is
closed.
Description
BACKGROUND
[0001] This disclosure relates to a system and method for
transitioning an infant from swaddling.
[0002] Swaddling is a practice of wrapping an infant in a cloth or
a blanket to tightly restrict limb movements and create a womb-like
environment. Infants are often afflicted with the `Moro` or startle
reflex- where a baby's limbs startle or jerk spasmodically
preventing a baby from getting sound sleep. Swaddling helps sooth
irritable infants and assist babies to sleep longer. As a baby
becomes more active, able to roll over, and able to break free from
the swaddle wrap, transition from swaddling can start.
Transitioning an infant from being swaddled can be a difficult and
tiring task, as it involves sleepless nights for both the parents
and the child. Although the baby needs the mobility to push up and
roll over at this point, the Moro reflex still prevents the infant
from getting the sound sleep they need. This is sleep that is
conducive and vital to proper development and growth. In addition,
an infant who is accustomed to the enclosed and cozy sensation the
swaddle provided, is met with the uneasy and uncomfortable freedom
of having the swaddle suddenly removed. Hence, an infant may not be
able to sleep for extended periods as he used to when swaddled.
There are currently several methods being practiced to transition
an infant from swaddling.
[0003] A common method of transitioning is called the one-arm
swaddle. This method involves having one arm of a baby covered, and
secured in a swaddle wrap. In such method, one arm of the baby can
be completely free from an enclosure. However, with one arm free a
baby can scratch his face or pull his pacifier out which can
prevent an infant from sleeping. Additionally, one-arm swaddle
leaves an arm exposed to cold temperature and the startle
reflex.
[0004] Another method involves a use of a traditional blanket or
sheets, which can be used to cover an infant to make him feel
secured, and warm throughout the night. However, using loose sheets
can be hazardous and can cause suffocation as babies tend to move
around. A loosened sheet or a blanket can be tangled up or can
accidentally cover baby's nose or mouth.
[0005] As such it would be useful to have an improved system and
method for transition a baby from swaddling.
SUMMARY
[0006] A system and method for transitioning a baby from the
swaddle blanket is disclosed herein Specifically, the system can
comprise a body, a neck hole in a top portion of said body, two arm
sleeves connected to opposite sides of said body, a leg cover that
connects to a bottom portion of said body, and a slit closeable by
fasteners. each of said arm sleeves has no orifice large enough for
an arm to pass through. The leg cover has no orifice large enough
for a leg to pass through.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0007] FIG. 1 illustrates an infant covered in a transition
wrap.
[0008] FIG. 2 illustrates a transition wrap.
[0009] FIG. 3 illustrates wing span of arm sleeves.
[0010] FIG. 4 illustrates a cover flap for a zipper head.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0011] Described herein is a system and method for the transition
wrap. The following description is presented to enable any person
skilled in the art to make and use the invention as claimed and is
provided in the context of the particular examples discussed below,
variations of which will be readily apparent to those skilled in
the art. In the interest of clarity, not all features of an actual
implementation are described in this specification. It will be
appreciated that in the development of any such actual
implementation (as in any development project), design decisions
must be made to achieve the designers' specific goals (e.g.,
compliance with system-and business-related constraints), and that
these goals will vary from one implementation to another. It will
also be appreciated that such development effort might be complex
and time-consuming, but would nevertheless be a routine undertaking
for those of ordinary skill in the field of the appropriate art
having the benefit of this disclosure. Accordingly, the claims
appended hereto are not intended to be limited by the disclosed
embodiments, but are to be accorded their widest scope consistent
with the principles and features disclosed herein.
[0012] FIG. 1 illustrates an infant 101 covered in a transition
wrap 100. Infant 101 can be covered with transition wrap 100, which
can securely cover infant 101 arms, body, and legs. Transition wrap
100 can be designed to completely enclose infant 101 and at the
same time can allow infant 101 movements with slight resistant.
[0013] FIG. 2 illustrates a transition wrap 100. Transition wrap
100 can comprise a neck hole 201, arm sleeves 202, body 203, and
leg cover 204. Neck hole 201 can serve as an opening that can allow
the head of infant 101 to peek through. As such head of infant 101
can be outside enclosure of transition wrap 100. Further, neck hole
201 can have an extended portion forming a collar 206. Collar 206
can provide a soft and comfortable cushion around the neck of
infant 101. Arm sleeves 202 can be full sleeves covering the arms
of infant 101, wherein arm sleeves 202 cannot contain any openings.
Leg cover 204 can be an extended sheet covering the whole leg
portion of infant 101. Further, leg cover 204 can be trapezoid in
form, having a wider area at the bottom or feet area. As such, both
legs of infant 101 can be wrapped and enclosed inside leg cover
204. In such shape, leg movements of infant 101, such as kicking
can be restricted. Body 203 can be a portion that comprises neck
hole 201 and connects arm sleeves 202 and leg cover 204 together.
Further body 203 can have a middle portion or a slit 205 which can
be a vertical cut that can split front portion of transition wrap
100 into two sides. Hence, slit 205 can give transition wrap 100 a
wider opening. As such, with slit 205 infant 101 can be easily
slipped or clothed with transition wrap 100. In one embodiment,
slit 205 can be positioned at the middle of transition wrap 100,
extending from neck hole 201 down to as far as leg cover 204. In
such embodiment, slit 205 can open transition wrap 100 in full. In
another embodiment, slit 205 can extend from neck hole 201 and go a
portion down transition wrap 100. In such embodiment, transition
wrap 100 can only be halfway opened. Further, slit 205 can comprise
fastener 207. Fastener 207 can be any type of fabric fastener such
as a snap, a button, and/or a zipper, capable of joining two edges
of slit 205 together.
[0014] Transition wrap 100 can be made from any soft material,
which includes but is not limited to cotton, silk, chenille, and/or
polyester fabrics. As such, transition wrap 100 can be used as a
wearable blanket, which can be used as an alternative or
replacement for traditional infant pajamas. Transition wrap 100 can
be designed in varying shapes and sizes. In one embodiment,
transition wrap 100 can have different thickness of fabric or
padding. As such, transition wrap 100 can be designed to have
several layers or varying thickness, depending on the weather
condition. In another embodiment transition wrap 100 can be stuffed
with materials capable of regulating desired condition, and in
order to provide comfortable temperature to infant 101.
[0015] FIG. 3 illustrates wingspan 301 of arm sleeves 202. Arm
sleeves 202 can be designed to have a wingspan 301, which can
enable infant 101 to move his arms freely but with slight
resistance. Wingspan 301 can be designed in an angular shape, where
arms of infant 101 can be placed. In such embodiment, wingspan 301
can have a triangular form, creating an angle or a tip in arm
sleeves 202. Wingspan 301 can then extend downward, narrowing at
the portion where the body of infant 101 can be situated. Arm
sleeves 202 can each be closed to prevent infant from moving his
arms outside transition wrap 100. In another embodiment, arm
sleeves
[0016] FIG. 4 illustrates a cover flap 401. In an embodiment,
wherein fastener 207 can be a zipper, cover flap 401 can be used to
cover a portion of fastener 207. Cover flap 401 can comprise of
snap fastener that can include but are not limited to buttons,
snap, or hook and loop fasteners. Further, cover flap 401 can be
placed at the top stop of a zipper, wherein top stop of a zipper
can be placed near neck hole 201 and just below collar 206. Top
stop of a zipper can be the portion of a zipper where pull tab of a
zipper can rest while on fastened or closed position. Hence, cover
flap 401 can be used to safely hide or tuck sharp edges of a
zipper. In another embodiment, cover flap 401 can cover the whole
portion of fastener 207. In such embodiment cover flap 401 can be
an extended material covering full length of fastener 207.
[0017] Various changes in the details of the illustrated
operational methods are possible without departing from the scope
of the following claims. Some embodiments may combine the
activities described herein as being separate steps. Similarly, one
or more of the described steps may be omitted, depending upon the
specific operational environment the method is being implemented
in. It is to be understood that the above description is intended
to be illustrative, and not restrictive. For example, the
above-described embodiments may be used in combination with each
other. Many other embodiments will be apparent to those of skill in
the art upon reviewing the above description. The scope of the
invention should, therefore, be determined with reference to the
appended claims, along with the full scope of equivalents to which
such claims are entitled. In the appended claims, the terms
"including" and "in which" are used as the plain-English
equivalents of the respective terms "comprising" and "wherein."
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