Haberman Feeder

Mandy Haberman's research included contact with the Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Great Britain, and a study of cineradiographs of suckling infants, so that she might better comprehend the mechanics of feeding.

Before starting the feeding, air is squeezed out of the nipple and is automatically replaced by breastmilk or formula through the valve.

A slit valve opening near the tip of the nipple shuts between jaw compressions, preventing the baby from being overwhelmed with milk.

Stopping or reducing the flow of milk is controlled by rotation of the nipple in the baby's mouth.

The numbers in the cross section are listed below: United Kingdom patent GB2169210 covering the feeder was applied for on December 11, 1985 and granted on January 5, 1989 [1].

A baby being fed using the Haberman Feeder. The upright sitting position allows gravity to help the baby swallow the milk