The subject disclosure relates to a bib, and in particular a combined bib and storage device.
Conventionally, an infant bib is worn hanging from the neck and extends over the chest to protect clothing from the spilling of food or drink. Traditionally, a caregiver has various items to transport when taking an infant away from the home. A few examples carried for a feeding time may include a bib, formula and snacks, etc. Because of the special needs of a young infant, a caregiver oftentimes has to carry a bag or the like to transport the various items around during the day.
Thus, there is a long-standing need to have a bib configured to address these needs.
Various exemplary embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail, wherein like reference numerals refer to identical or similar components or steps, with reference to the following figures, wherein:
Particular embodiments of the present invention will now be described in greater detail with reference to the figures.
Various items can also be conveniently stored in the storage container 20 according to this subject disclosure. The convertible bib 10 can be portably stored in a small bag and conveniently carried by a caregiver. Various items can be secured in the storage container 20, such as, but not limited to, a spoon, travel size wet wipes, squeezable baby food containers, hand sanitizer, etc., for use while dining away from home.
The convertible bib 10 includes a first panel 12 having a collar 13 disposed at a first end adapted to extend around the neck of a user. The collar 13 may include two sub-collar portions 13a, 13b that extend around the neck of the infant and are adapted to secure the convertible bib 10 to the infant.
A first closure device 14 including at least two mating fastening portions 14a, 14b may be disposed at the top end of the collar portions 13a, 13b to connect the collar 13 around the neck of the user. The closure device 14 provides an adjustable means by which the collar portions 13a, 13b can be incrementally adjusted and secured to the first collar portion 13a to the second collar portion 13b around the neck of the wearer and to remain securely on the neck. The closure device 14 can be one or more metal snaps, plastic snaps, buttons and button holes, hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. VELCRO®), zippers, magnets sewn into the collar with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure, and/or any other suitable closure mechanism in accordance with this subject disclosure.
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The various panels of the convertible bib 10 are comprised of a material that can be easily cleaned and washed after use. That is, the convertible bib 10 can be comprised of a polymer, fabric and/or any other suitable material according to this subject disclosure. The material of the convertible bib 10 can be protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer. The protective water-repellant and stain-resistant layer can cover, or make up, each surface of the convertible bib 10 and/or selected surfaces of the convertible bib 10.
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As before, the second closure device 30 can be one or more metal snaps, plastic snaps, buttons and button holes, hook-and-loop fasteners (e.g. VELCRO®), zippers, magnets sewn into the collar with polarities arranged for magnetic attraction and closure, and/or any other suitable closure mechanism in accordance with this subject disclosure.
Various seams 50 can be sewn by various stitches 60 into the edges of the bib to reinforce the edges from tear. Likewise, the edges of the bib can be folded over or built up to provide added rigidity to the edges of the bib 10.
After mealtime has been completed, the convertible bib 10 can be folded downward and placed into the storage container 20. Although not shown, it is contemplated that the storage container 20 can include one or more dividers.
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The bib is constructed to be easily cleaned. At a suitable location, such as a wash basin, the convertible bib 10 can be opened and conveniently washed and made ready for its next use. The advantage of the convertible bib 10 is in its ability to catch spillage and to keep the infant's clothing clean and protected. The convertible bib 10 may designed aesthetically pleasing and fashionable.
The illustrations and examples provided herein are for explanatory purposes and are not intended to limit the scope of the appended claims. It will be recognized by those skilled in the art that changes or modifications may be made to the above described embodiment without departing from the broad inventive concepts of the invention. It is understood therefore that the invention is not limited to the particular embodiment which is described, but is intended to cover all modifications and changes within the scope and spirit of the invention.
This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Application Ser. No. 61/775,425 filed Mar. 8, 2013; the contents of all of which are hereby incorporated by reference herein in their entirety into this disclosure.
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