Tummy Time Engage: Interactive Infant Development Kit

Tummy Time Engage: Interactive Infant Development Kit

Inventor: Anne Zachry, PhD, OTR/L

  • Supports healthy infant development through interactive play.
  • Ergonomic, sensory design helps strengthen muscles, improve motor skills, and prevent flat head syndrome and other developmental issues.

Technology: Developed and tested by Dr. Zachry at UTHSC, the kit offers adjustable, comfortable support for infants up to six months old. Two customizable wedges enable tailored positioning for comfort and engagement, leading to longer, more effective tummy time and higher parent satisfaction.

Key Features:

  • Ergonomic, adjustable support with removable wedges
  • Safe, comfortable materials promoting multi-sensory play
  • Stable, curved design for better positioning
  • Pediatrician-endorsed and parent-approved
  • Encourages longer, more effective tummy time sessions
  • Meets the Consumer Product Safety Standards for infant support cushions

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Value Proposition: For infant care, developmental aid, and early childhood organizations seeking advanced developmental tools.

  1. Innovative Design: Combines developmental science with interactive play for enhanced infant outcomes.
  2. Versatility: Adjustable, customizable design appeals to a wide range of customers.
  3. Credibility: Backed by expert approval and strong consumer feedback.

Applications:

  • Home Use by parents
  • Daycares and Early Childhood Centers
  • Pediatric Healthcare Facilities
 
Status:  Finalized design with working prototypes. UTRF seeks licensees for this technology on a tech-specific or exclusive basis. Collaboration opportunities available.

 

      

 

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