Intro to the haberman feeder
The Haberman Feeder has become an essential medical tool that is widely used for a variety of feeding difficulties, including cleft lip/palate, and has been heralded as: “A significant advance in the feeding of infants with cleft palates." (Haberman, 2012).
The Haberman Feeder can be used for feeding babies with severe feeding problems such as genetic disorders, disorganised sucking problems, excessive air intake during feeding and oral and facial abnormalities (Haberman, 2012).
The Haberman Feeder can be used for feeding babies with severe feeding problems such as genetic disorders, disorganised sucking problems, excessive air intake during feeding and oral and facial abnormalities (Haberman, 2012).
How the haberman feeder works
The research done while inventing this feeder included contact with the Cleft Lip and Palate Association of Great Britain and a study of cineradiographs of suckling infants, to better comprehend the mechanics of feeding (Haberman, 2012). The results showed the biggest differences between bottle feeding (which is primarily sucking) and breastfeeding (primarily pumping) (Haberman, 2012).
Testing of the Haberman Feeder was performed over a 12 month period and demonstrated positive results in the majority of cases (Haberman, 2012). The unique design enables the feeder to be activated by tongue and gum pressure, imitating the mechanics involved in breastfeeding, rather than by sucking (Haberman, 2012).
A one-way valve separates the nipple from the bottle. Before starting the feeding, air is squeezed out of the nipple and is automatically replaced by breast milk or formula through the valve. Milk cannot flow back into the bottle and is replenished continuously as the baby feeds. 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 nipple is marked with lines that indicate zero flow, moderate flow, and maximum flow. For infants who need assistance with their feeding efforts, mother-or whoever is feeding the baby-may apply a gentle pumping action to the body of the nipple (Haberman, 2012).
Note: the Haberman Feeder is NOT recommended for children with SWALLOWING difficulties (Haberman, 2012).
Testing of the Haberman Feeder was performed over a 12 month period and demonstrated positive results in the majority of cases (Haberman, 2012). The unique design enables the feeder to be activated by tongue and gum pressure, imitating the mechanics involved in breastfeeding, rather than by sucking (Haberman, 2012).
A one-way valve separates the nipple from the bottle. Before starting the feeding, air is squeezed out of the nipple and is automatically replaced by breast milk or formula through the valve. Milk cannot flow back into the bottle and is replenished continuously as the baby feeds. 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 nipple is marked with lines that indicate zero flow, moderate flow, and maximum flow. For infants who need assistance with their feeding efforts, mother-or whoever is feeding the baby-may apply a gentle pumping action to the body of the nipple (Haberman, 2012).
Note: the Haberman Feeder is NOT recommended for children with SWALLOWING difficulties (Haberman, 2012).
Haberman, (2012).
Where can i buy a haberman feeder?
The Haberman Feeder is sold worldwide by licensees Athrodax International Healthcare Limited. For information contact:
Athrodax Healthcare Limited,
Hawthorne Business Park,
Drybrook Park, Gloustershire,
GL17 9HP, United Kingdom,
Tel: + 44 1594 544440
www.athrodax.co.uk
(Haberman, 2012).
Athrodax Healthcare Limited,
Hawthorne Business Park,
Drybrook Park, Gloustershire,
GL17 9HP, United Kingdom,
Tel: + 44 1594 544440
www.athrodax.co.uk
(Haberman, 2012).