The OCCBLOCK is an innovative infant mattress. Unlike "normal"
cot mattresses, it has been specifically designed to address
common concerns affecting infants aged 0 - 6 months. These
are:
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Gastric Reflux
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Safe Sleeping
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Mis-shapen Head (Occipital Plagiocephaly or "Flat Head")
What makes the OCCBLOCK so special? It has been
carefully thought out and designed by a registered nurse/child
health professional, specifically to assist with problems
parents are commonly facing when their infants are sleeping.
 The
main concern was over the apparent rise in the "flat head
syndrome" since SIDS research has recommended that infants
be placed on their backs for sleeping. Because the head
is relatively heavy and the bones of the skull are still
moulding, pressure from the weight of a head on a flat mattress
can result in an asymmetrical head shape. This is aggravated
by the fact that a young infant can spend many hours a day
sleeping, and especially when an infant favours one side.
Concern about this problem led to the unique design that
is the OCCBLOCK. The concave shaped head support
is revolutionary, and acts to provide even support over
the entire resting surface, rather than just one point.
Because the pressure on the head is more evenly distributed,
the risk of head flattening is greatly reduced.
Additional features of the OCCBLOCK include:
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Mattress inclined to reduce regurgitation and assist with reflux, because
the slope maintains the head above the stomach at all times
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Pillow specifically shaped to spread pressure on the occiput and parietal
(skull) bones to assist reducing head flattening
- Three Point Harness maintains baby in a safe back sleeping
position as recommended to help reduce SIDS and prevents
baby slipping down the OCCBLOCK. (For safety, this
harness must be used at all times).
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Sloping sides help make your infant feel more secure, and to prevent him
or her rolling onto their stomach
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Mattress has been treated with Microfresh™, a growth inhibitor to prevent
mould, bacteria, algae and dust mites.
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the OCCBLOCK is simple and practical to use. It can
be used directly on the floor for daytime naps, or as a
portable bed, eg, fabulous for camping! It has ties so that
it can be secured to the vertical rails of the cot for regular
sleeps. Restraining straps are adjustable for a perfect
fit. The OCCBLOCK comes with its own support pillow
(secured in place by Velcro for infant safety) and a detachable
under blanket. The pillow, under blanket and outer cover
can all be removed for washing.
Suitable for ages from 0 to 6 months. Infants 6 to 9 months
can be placed in the OCCBLOCK as long as it has been
tied securely to a cot and is not being used freely. The
manufacturers do not recommend the OccBlock be used on older
children for safety reasons.
Leading paediatricians have reviewed the OCCBLOCK
and concurred that the mattress is safe and may assist in
addressing the issues of concern for which it was designed.
Here's what Tristan de Chalain, a consultant plastic surgeon at Middlemore
Hospital had to say. ".....It looks like a useful addition to the tools available
for parents striving to prevent problems with deformational plagiocephaly
of the occiput (flat head). To my mind, its positive features make it simple
to use, (and) it appears safe.....The benefits for children with
gastro-oesophageal reflux are, of course, manifest. In summary, I have no
hesitation in choosing to promote this product amongst patients for whom
I deem it to be a helpful tool."
13 August 2002.
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"At 5 months our son had a seriously misshapen head
with ears out of alignment. After only 3 weeks on
the OCCBLOCK we've noticed a huge improvement
in the shape of his head.....The huge bonus of the
OCCBLOCK has been the relief he has had from
reflux. He now sleeps! For 5 months he would only
sleep for around 45 minutes before waking in pain.
On the OCCBLOCK he now sleeps 2-3 hours during
the day and 8-10 hours at night. Not only is he a
happier child, but we are no longer sleep deprived
parents.....We only wish it had been recommended to
us earlier."
Tanya. |
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 Product Summary:
OCCBLOCK
Foam mattress (as shown above) measuring 720mm x 350mm
with a washable cotton cover.
The foam has been treated with Microfresh, a bacteria,
mould, algae and dust-mite inhibitor.
Special Velcro pillow, waterproof under blanket and
3-point harness are all included.
The OCCBLOCK is unfortunately no longer being
manufactured due to technical difficulties with the
manufacturing process. In order to keep this valuable
product available for parents who need them, Stork
to Chalk has maintained some stock for the purpose
of hiring for short to medium term use. These OccBlocks
are NOT NEW, but are in excellent condition. Hire
is available from a minimum of 3 months at very reasonable
rates.
Rental is subject to availability of OccBlocks and
to the rental terms and conditions as outlined below.
(Applying for rental shall be taken as acceptance
of those terms and you should contact Stork to Chalk
if you have any queries before the hire period commences.)
Rental prices
The minimum rental period is for three months. Shorter
periods are available through negotiation with Stork
to Chalk. The cost of rental is $22.50 for the first
month and $15 for each subsequent month. There is
a three month minimum hirage. The OCCBLOCK
may be hired for additional one month units, up to
a total hire of 6 months. The cost per additional
month is $15.00. This may be stated by you at the
beginning of the rental period, or it may be decided
during the rental period provided sufficient notice
is given.
Postage and handing is $12.50. A refundable deposit
of $50.00 is also required. This will be fully refunded
at the end of the rental period unless the OCCBLOCK
is returned in an unsatisfactory state, in which case,
replacement or repair costs may be applied to the
deposit.
Pricing Summary
All prices listed include shipping and GST, along
with the refundable deposit of $50.00
1st month $22.50
$15.00 every month after
3 months $52.50 plus $12.50 p/h plus $50.00 bond
4 months $67.50 plus $12.50 p/h plus $50.00 bond
5 months $72.50 plus $12.50 p/h plus $50.00 bond
Full payment will be charged to your credit card,
with the deposit being refundable on return.
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Terms and Conditions
This is a summary of current rental conditions.
All prices quoted in this document are in New Zealand dollars.
Stork to Chalk has no control over nor will accept any liability
in the way that the OCCBLOCK might be used. The manufacturers
designed the OccBlock as a harnessed mattress to assist
in the treatment and control of Reflux and reducing head
flattening (Occipital Plagiocephaly). Users of the OccBlock
should read the instructions and frequently asked questions
supplied with the mattress, to ensure its proper use and
safety requirements.
The hirer on receipt of the Kiddy WorthOCCBLOCK
will maintain it in a sound, clean and serviceable condition.
Failure to do so could result in part or all of the deposit
being forfeited, to cover repairs.
Hire is for a minimum of 3 months, with provision for
an additional 3 months as one month increments. All extensions
of hire must be requested and paid for at least 14 days
before the hire period was due to end. Prompt returns are
required (7 days), as others may be waiting to hire the
OCCBLOCK.
Hiring the OccBlock
If you would like to hire an OCCBLOCK, you can use the
shopping cart below, using the appropriate price as outlined
in the product summary. Alternatively, you can print the
shopping cart page off for faxing or posting of orders (see
the order information page for details on how to do this)
or you can email us with your details (at sales@stork-to-chalk.co.nz)
or phone us on 06 873 4473. Please note that we do not recommend
sending credit card details over the email. The secure shopping
cart or phone are our preferred methods for security's sake.
It shall be assumed that you will want the hire period
to start as soon as payment is received, unless otherwise
stated. We keep a reasonable number of OccBlocks available
but we will let you know if there are any problems with
meeting your needs.
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