Mother of Invention...
After seeing the need for a product that allows mothers to discreetly and comfortably nurse in public, Missy Reder created the Slurp & Burp®, an innovative nursing accessory that covers the breast without covering the baby. As a mother of four children the age of five and under, as well as a speech-language pathologist and yoga instructor in Brooklyn, Missy wanted to find a way to easily incorporate nursing into her busy lifestyle. Mums on the go like Missy can wear their Slurp & Burp® during everyday activities such as dining out, riding the subway, and getting pedicures. Using a Slurp & Burp® is less conspicuous than using a blanket/shawl because it just looks like you're cradling your baby.
“I have always felt proud to be able to nurse my baby,” said Missy, the wife of a NY firefighter. "I want to be able to make eye contact and communicate with my baby while I'm nursing her. I never wanted to hide my baby under a blanket or hide altogether in a designated area, or worse yet-- a bathroom."
Missy is excited to have her product launching in the same year as the 50th anniversary of the La Leche League, an internationally renowned organization dedicated to supporting breastfeeding mothers. She believes her unique product will contribute to the growing number of moms choosing to breastfeed their babies once they see other moms confidently nursing in public with their Slurp & Burp®.
What exactly is a Slurp & Burp®?
It is a loop of layered cotton material that is worn like a sash over one shoulder of the mother and under her opposite arm- please refer to
wearing instructions. The patented design allows the mother to be covered and the baby to be uncovered.
A few special features of the Slurp & Burp®:
- All-in-one product for nursing and burping
- Securely loops around mom for complete coverage, no risk of falling off
- No more hassling with tucking blanket into bra straps or clipping
- Promotes mother/baby bond
- Comfortable for mum and baby—no more fussing with hot, sweaty blankets
- Machine washable/made of lightweight cotton
- Cost effective—price is comparable to the cost of just one nursing top
- Mum can keep her own style—no need to wear unflattering nursing tops
- Belly stays covered without the bulk of layering shirts or belly bands
- Compact, easily fits in purse or nappy bag
- Nursing can be done anywhere
- Able to breastfeed while wearing a dress
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