What are the advantages of using Boppy for mums?
The Boppy pillow is a feeding aid that ensures the baby remains in the right position during feeding and can therefore easily suck on his mother's breasts. Boppy is great for mums as it allows them to feed their baby in an ergonomically correct position, reducing tiring and often painful muscle tension in the arms, shoulders and neck caused by leaning over the baby.American research studies have also highlighted how mothers who use Boppy during feeding have a much more positive approach; it reduces tension and worry, allowing mothers to simply enjoy the moment and bond with their baby.
What are the advantages for the baby?
The fibre padding inside the Boppy pillow provides soft, firm support for the baby during feeding. Its exclusive shape makes Boppy a highly versatile pillow that can be used in a variety of ways.After feeding a baby he can placed on his Boppy pillow, with his head propped up slightly so he can digest his feed properly and not regurgitate.Boppy's snug-fitting shape provides secure support for the baby when he is learning how to keep his balance and sit upright.Boppy is also a super-comfy pillow that allows the baby to lie for longer on his tummy; this is the best possible position for strengthening the muscles in his neck and back and it helps develop his coordination skills that will help him to start crawling.
What is Boppy made of?
Boppy has a soft-touch polyester fibre padding which is firm enough to guarantee secure support for the baby. This type of padding is preferable over the standard padding used in feeding pillows and it guarantees the right amount of support for the baby, keeping him in exactly the right position during feeding.The special internal padding prevents the baby from sinking into the pillow and losing the right position.
What are the advantages of this fibre padding?
Fibre padding guarantees the correct amount of support during feeding. It has been scientifically proved that Boppy provides the most ergonomic and softest support possible for the baby, which reduces stress on the mother's shoulders, neck and back, Boppy has an exclusive fibre padding, which is soft to the touch but never loses its shape. This type of padding is preferable over standard micro-sphere padding as it keeps its shape when the baby is resting on it, and guarantees exactly the right feeding position.
Are the Boppy pillow and slipcovers washable?
Both the Boppy slipcovers and pillow can be machine-washed and machine-dried to guarantee perfect hygiene in minutes. It is recommended to use a cold wash and dry them at low temperatures. We also recommend throwing a tennis ball (inside a pillow case) into the dryer, as this will help Boppy keep its original shape.
Can the baby be put down to sleep on the Boppy pillow?
We do not recommend leaving your baby asleep on the pillow. Do not place it inside the cot or bed. Never leave your baby unattended whilst on the pillow.
How long can I use the Boppy pillow for?
The Boppy pillow is designed for use during the feeding phase, to provide support for the baby and prop him up whilst playing; it can last for about a year if used correctly, according to the instructions.
What is an infant feeding pillow?
The infant feeding pillow is a great help for mother and baby during nursing. Boppy has special padding, a simple and user-friendly shape and comes in a great variety of colours: this makes feeding a very unique moment, and mother and baby are able to relax and enjoy the experience of this important bonding moment.
Is Boppy just an infant feeding pillow?
No! Boppy is a highly versatile product that can be used for sitting and propping the baby up as his motor skills develop.
Yes, all the slipcovers, whatever the material, fit all the Boppy pillows perfectly.
Yes, all the slipcovers, whatever the material, fit all the Boppy pillows perfectly.
Does the pillow come in different sizes?
No! Boppy comes in one, but the "Miracle Middle Stretch Panel" guarantees a snug and secure fit that adapts perfectly to the shape of every mum.
What is the "Miracle Middle Stretch Panel"?
The Miracle Middle Stretch Panel (Boppy patent in America) is an elastic insert on the Boppy pillow which guarantees that it always returns to its original shape after use. This insert allows the pillow to fit gently and snugly around the mother's body and provide the perfect nest for the baby during feeding.
