I'm certain you're speaking of a way for the individual to carry the child on her lap. How has she carried her to this point? I'm thinking of a baby snugli, but larger, or some kind of lap belt.
here's a link:
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and another:
http://www.disabledparents.net/malkascarrier.html
Perhaps some of the moms on the list have more suggestions.
Good Luck
River
www.hodohio.com</x-tad-bigger>
On Sep 16, 2004, at 8:51 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I'm confused. Could you further clarify your question of your project. I
gather from your question that you have a client (without age) who uses an
electric wheelchair. The owner of this electric wheelchair is a woman with CP and
a mother of an 18 month old child, who needs to be transported safely.
If this is so, I don't see a problem. The laws and rules of securement are
well defined for an electric wheelchair using safety straps or electric
securement. The 18 month old baby must be secured in an approved baby seat also
secured in the vehicle.
Adults, (TABs or DABs) are not allowed to hold babies while a vehicle is in
movement.
Did I understand your question correctly?
W
In a message dated 9/16/04 5:44:10 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< Hello,
I am writing on behalf of a client I am working with. She has spastic
quadraplegia due to CP. She uses a power wheelchair and would like to be
able to safely carry and transport her 18 month old child. I am wondering if
anyone has come across a product that might work for her? I could probably
make something for her but I am concerned about it not be attached to the
w/c properly and an injury resulting. Thanks for the help.
Eric Oddleifson ATP
Assistive Technology Specialist
Easter Seals MA
