LullaWatch
Noninvasive, sensor-embedded mattress to monitor infant respiration and accurately alert parents
Introducing the LullaMat: a noninvasive, sensor-embedded mattress designed to monitor infant respiration in real time. Equipped with pressure sensors and accelerometers, our innovative design accurately tracks breathing patterns and rates, providing peace of mind to parents. Unlike traditional devices, the LullaMat offers a breathable top layer to minimize CO2 re-inhalation, ensuring safety and comfort for infants. Our solution reduces false alarms and eliminates the need for wearable devices, making it a game-changer in infant health monitoring.
Project Description:
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, or SIDS accounts for over 2000 infant deaths in the US annually. Currently, the exact cause of SIDS is unknown, but there are many risk factors like sleep apnea. There are infant monitoring devices that focus on parameters like pulse ox, heart rate, temperature and more. However, these devices have high false positives and issues with safety.
Our invention is a noninvasive, sensor-embedded mattress designed to monitor an infant’s breathing while they sleep. The device is able to detect the infant’s respiration rate without the need for an uncomfortable or intrusive device attached to the infant. The device is able to send alerts and updates to parents via a mobile phone app.
This innovative mattress offers a safer and accurate way to monitor infant health compared to existing wearable devices, which are prone to false alarms and safety concerns. The mattress provides reliable and real-time monitoring of an infant’s respiration, ensuring parents are immediately alerted to potential issues, which could save lives. This device could be particularly helpful for infants with genetic conditions, or other health concerns that may require consistent monitoring. With over 2,000 SIDS deaths annually in the U.S., and the added needs of babies with specific medical conditions, this product addresses critical needs, offering strong commercial potential in the infant health market.