The baby cocoon seen by your osteopath
This cushion was developed by Danielle Salducci, pediatric physiotherapist. It was originally created to be used in hospitals with premature babies. Mrs. Salducci realized that the little premature babies evolved better thanks to this cocoon.
This ergonomic cushion is of French origin and has been marketed since 2006 by Red Castle.
The advantages of the cocoon a baby
The flexion position to better develop motor skills
The child needs to be contained, to be in flexion
All motor acquisitions are made in flexion!
Cocoon a baby against reflux
To fight against reflux, you can also place the child in the cocoon a baby. Indeed, to fight against reflux, it is advisable to put the baby in a vertical position.
The cocoon allows the child to be placed in a pro clive position with an inclination of 20° and thus limit reflux.
In addition, in the cocoon a baby, the child's legs rest on a roll, which allows the hips to flex. This is to limit the tension on the cardia (the junction between the esophagus and the stomach) and thus reduce reflux.
The security of the cocoon a baby
When your baby is installed in the cocoon a baby, to install it well it is necessary to strap it with a belt with scratch envisaged for this purpose. This way, your baby won't fall or roll over.
Prevention of flat head
The best prevention is to vary the different positions of the baby like for example putting him on his stomach during the awakening period. I do not recommend putting your baby in the cocoon all day long.
However the foam of the cocoon is created to limit the flattening of the skull.
Moreover, with its strap, it is possible to place your little one on its side during the day under supervision.
Completely removable, the cocoon is very practical
The cocoon a baby has two covers: a protective cover and an external cover that will be in contact with your baby.
Both are easily removed and machine washed. You can also wash the cushion directly.
The disadvantages of the cocoon a baby
The cocoon a baby can only be used up to 4 months
Its main disadvantage is its price in relation to the time of use (up to 4 months maximum). The baby starts its motor evolution at 4 months. If he has been given the habit of working in flexion, the child will evolve much better.
The price
For a product that you use only a few months, it is a little expensive. But you can reuse it with a second or third child or pass it on to your sister-in-law.
Mobility
This is the major problem of the Cocoon a as well as many childcare items. The cocoon a baby must be reserved for certain moments of the day. Indeed, we absolutely do not recommend to leave your baby all day and all night in the cocoon a baby. It is very important to vary the positions of your child like the position on the belly in period of awakening under supervision, the carrying, the position on the side, etc...
The cocoon has baby can be used in a punctual way but do not abuse it, let your child develop its motor skills freely.
Buy a cocoon a baby
On the link below, you can directly order a cocoon a baby cheaper than on the site of Red Castle :
Buy a cover for cocoon a baby
Your cocoon has baby has several covers:
- a protective cover around the foam, white
- a cover of different colors that can be put on top
All covers are washable, which makes the cocoon a baby practical.
I advise you to have several covers. When you order your cocoon a baby, only one cover is provided.
Colored covers directly in contact with your baby
The protective cover
Marie Messager
Osteopath DO
2 rue Alexis de Tocqueville
78000 Versailles
