In a message dated 2/25/2004 8:24:10 PM Eastern Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes:

> i am totally sick......oprah had a show today with people who have *struck it
> rich* on various quirky products/services. i had just turned it on to see the
> gabriel feeding pad!  it sells for $25 to $35. it is a feeding pad that holds
> a bottle so the parent doesn't even have to hold the
> bottle.


As someone who works mainly with mothers of twins and higher multiples, I've gotta say this one is not as bad as some: www.gabrielfeedingpad.com/ At least it encourages close contact in order to use. Mothers of multiples are really targets of this kind of product. Drives me nuts, especially the "no hands" ones, yet can also meet babies' needs at some times -- depending on number and temperaments of babies. Takes lots of "education" for these parents.

There are some real whizbangs out there. For those interested, here are some other ones to check out. (Warning: Some will make you really feel really nauseous.)

www.huggabottle.com/
www.bottlesling.com/
www.bottletenders.com/
www.pacifeeder.com/ (talk about plugging 'em up)
www.babydoodads.com/ (Bottle Nanny)
www.bottlegenie.com/ (the "perfect shower gift")
www.babybottlecradles.com/
www.judysbottleholder.com/index2.htm (won't let you out of the site)

Karen

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