Clevamama ClevaCushion Nursing Pillow & Baby Nest (5 Designs)

Features: 

Support cushion - During pregnancy it can be used to give you that back support you need, particularly in later pregnancy when finding a comfortable position is challenging. Our nursing pillow can be placed behind your back when sitting up, or sleeping to help you to get a comfortable rest.

Nursing pillow - a mix of ClevaFoam and reflex foam, lifts your baby up securely, which reduces the load on your shoulders, arms and backs. A supportive pillow for you and your baby that can be used from the first feeding until you are ready to move on – and all the cosy moments in between. The nursing pillow is secure, smart and flexible, it fastens around your waist with an adjustable strap This helps you find a comfortable feeding position, safe in the knowledge that you and your baby are supported and secure.

Baby nest seat - our universal seat cushion, made with ClevaFoam, allows you to transform the nursing pillow into a luxurious baby seat, using the harness. Your baby is safely cocooned and gently elevated to sit up in their own little seat where they can see what is going on around them.

Our universal seat cushion can be used as a full head and body support for your baby:
1. when in their stroller/ buggy, pram and car seat when out and about.
2. for securing them from slipping when in their bouncer resting or playing.
3. and is a great way to stop them slipping and sliding in their seat in their highchair at meals.

Tummy Time Support - The nursing pillow can be used for support during baby's important tummy time.  They can rest their little upper body on the pillow for added support plus, it has handy little hoops for you to attach your baby's favourite toys.

Portable bolster seat - when baby is learning to sit up by themselves, you can put your baby in the main part of the nursing pillow, (remove the harness and seat cushion) and your baby is supported from leaning back or to their left or right. 

Multiple Functions

 Support pillow when nursing or bottle feeding with adjustable waist strap

Can be transformed into a luxurious baby seat complete with harness and adjustable strap to keep baby secure in the seat

Comfort insert can be used as head & body support on bouncers, stroller, bassinets and more

Washing Instructions for removable cover:

ClevaFoam®

ClevaFoam® technology supports your baby's rapidly growing body and developing joints, it protects the round shape of your baby's soft head to help prevent Flat Head Syndrome (Plagiocephaly). It is the only product scientifically proven to reduce pressure on the back of your baby's head by 50% and to increase support by 80% (Trinity College, University of Dublin, Ireland).

The uniquely formulated ClevaFoam® with its open cell structure is 100% breathable, has significant reduced heat retention and is remarkably light weight. For your baby's comfort and safety, it is hypo-allergenic, pH balanced and phthalates, toxin and formaldehyde free. Ideal for babies with asthma and allergies.

During the manufacturing process we use only water as an alternative blowing agent, instead of harmful chemicals. Oeko-Tex® 100 certified for use with babies.

Researched and developed with the world-renowned University at Trinity College in Dublin, our advanced ClevaFoam® technology is specifically engineered, designed and manufactured for babies. It supports your baby’s rapidly growing body and developing joints, it protects the round shape of your baby’s soft head to help prevent Plagiocephaly (Flat Head Syndrome), which is common in young babies. 

It is the only product scientifically proven to reduce pressure on the back of a baby’s head by 50% and to increase support by 80% (Trinity College, University of Dublin, Ireland). Hyper-allergenic, pH balanced and toxin free it is ideal for babies and children with asthma and allergies.

WHAT IS PLAGIOCEPHALY?

Deformational Plagiocephaly (DP) is a medical condition, more commonly known as ‘flat head syndrome’ (FHS), which occurs when an infant’s head becomes flatten and or misshaped due to the head continually resting on a surface that does not conform or support the shape of a baby’s head. Infant heads are soft to allow for the initial passage through the birth canal and then for the incredible brain growth that occurs in the first year of life.  During the early months of life, they are more susceptible to being "molded" into a flat shape or taking the form of the surface that the skull is in contact with. 

Plagiocephaly develops when an infant’s rapidly growing head attempts to expand, and meets some type of resistance— either prenatally in the mother’s womb, or more commonly after delivery because the back or side of a baby’s head is pressed against a mattress, car seat or other flat surface. 

This condition affects many infants, especially since the widespread introduction of the “Back to Sleep” campaign which recommends that babies are placed to sleep on their back (supine sleep) that was introduced in 1994 and has made significant inroads to reducing the number of SID’s (Cot Deaths), by an estimated 46% in some countries.  However, the by-product of the supine sleeping is a significant increase of FHS which is now at epidemic proportions according the AAP (American Academy of Paediatrics) affecting nearly 50% of all baby by the age of 2 moments. (www.aap.org, 2013).

Further to this, babies suffering from Torticollis are also at risk of developing FHS due the nature of the condition, which is a tight or shortened muscle in one side of the neck causes the head to tilt or turn to one side, resulting in the infant resting its head in the same position. 

UNIVERSITY OF TRINITY COLLEGE RESEARCH

In collaboration with world renowned University at Trinity College in Dublin, ClevaMama® carried out a comprehensive study on Deformational Plagiocephaly or Flat Head Syndrome. This research led to the development of ClevaFoam®, the only non-invasive aid proven to help in the prevention and correction of Flat Head Syndrome.

Researchers at Trinity College Centre for Bioengineering conducted a biomechanical analysis of contact between an infant skull and different support materials during bed rest. ClevaFoam® was found to reduce the pressure on an infant’s skull which aggravates flat head syndrome by up to 50% and increase support by 80%. The study found both lower stress distribution on a baby’s head and lower strain energy density when using ClevaFoam® products. 

FAQ

What is ClevaFoam® made of?

ClevaFoam® is made from low resilience polyurethane foam.

Is ClevaFoam® the same as memory foam?

No, they share many features but have one great difference, namely the cell structure. Standard or normal memory foam is usually a closed cell structure which makes it heavy, dense, with reduced airflow causing it to retain and build-up of heat. ClevaFoam® is made with an open cell structure thereby making it lighter, more breathable, with reduced heat retention.

What age is ClevaFoam® suitable from and to?

ClevaFoam® products can be used from birth, with the upper age limit depending on the product ClevaFoam®

is used in. For example, the ClevaFoam® Baby Pillow can be used from birth but the Toddler Pillow is not recommended before 12 months. The ClevaSleep® Plus Elevated Support is also made out of ClevaFoam® and can be used until the baby starts moving in their sleep, usually at around 5-6 months (this will vary from baby to baby).

Is ClevaFoam® washable and if so how?

Hand wash using a mild detergent, allow to air dry on a flat surface.

Is ClevaFoam® breathable?

Yes, because of the manufacturing process and the open cell structure ClevaFoam® is breathable.

Is the cover breathable?

Yes, it is. The cover is made using Airflow™ technology, which increases airflow and draws away moisture from your baby.

Is the cover washable?

Absolutely! The cover is like any other pillow case and can be hand washed according to the instructions on the

care label.

What material is the cover?

This varies by product, see product information for details.

Are all ClevaFoam® products lined?

Yes, all products have a lining. Depending on the product, some are waterproof and some have structure covers.