Apparel – Head coverings – Hoods
Reexamination Certificate
2006-02-27
2008-10-07
Welch, Gary L. (Department: 3765)
Apparel
Head coverings
Hoods
C002S204000, C002S267000, C002S410000, C002S173500, C002S205000, C128S116100, C128S112100, C602S017000, C005S603000, C005S622000, C005S655000, C005S636000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07430765
ABSTRACT:
The invention generally relates to articles which may be used as headwear for infants that address issues related to flat head syndrome. In a first aspect, an article of headwear for an infant is provided. The headwear is configured to reduce pressure at the rear portion of the head when the infant is lying or reclining in the supine position. The headwear generally includes a head receiving portion having at least a top region and rear region for covering at least the top and rear portions of the head of the infant. In accordance with the invention, the headwear also includes support cushion positioned in the rear region of the head receiving portion. The support cushion is configured to support at least the rear portion of the head of the infant and to at least partially surround a pressure relief region. The pressure relief region is configured to receive at least a portion of the rear portion of the head such that pressure applied to the rear portion of the head is reduced when lying or reclining in the supine position. Methods for reducing pressure at the rear region of an infant's head while lying or reclining in the supine position are also provided.
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Brown Susan Matthews
Littlehorn Sheila
Tidwell Kristin A.
The Boppy Company
Tompkins Alissa J
Townsend and Townsend / and Crew LLP
Welch Gary L.
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