Side view of the Couplet Care Bassinet in from of a hospital bed

The Bassinet

The bassinet is for use in hospitals and birthing centers. It creates a bridge for mother-infant connection. This access is important for infant feeding, safe sleep, and maternal healing.

Angled view of the Couplet Care Bassinet in an empty room

Integrated storage

Compartments provide storage for essential items such as diapers, wipes, and baby clothes.

Tub access points

Soft-edge access points for reaching into the bassinet -- these can be covered by a removable sidewall.

Overbed bassinet

The mom can position the bassinet over herself in bed. She can also move the bassinet so it is positioned next to the bed.

Nightlights

Integrated white and red lights enhance visibility while being gentle on the eyes. There are dim and brighter settings for both color options.

Base Storage

Base storage provides extensive storage for staff, while allowing for optimum height adjustment of the bassinet.  

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Adjustable Height

Adjustable height allows for perfect alignment with the mother's bed and for infant exams.

360° Bassinet Tub Rotation

Complete tub rotation allows for convenience access to infants for parents, siblings, and clinicians.

Removable Sidewall

The sidewall can be removed and nested within the tub to allow for mother to pick up and set down her infant. The sidewall can be positioned to cover the tub access points for transport and anytime preferred.

180° Column Swivel Joint

180° rotation allow for connection between not only the mother, but staff, family, and loved ones as well

Integrated storage

Compartments provide storage for essential items such as diapers, wipes, and baby clothes.

Tub access points

Soft-edge access points for reaching into the bassinet -- these can be covered by a removable sidewall.

Overbed bassinet

The mom can position the bassinet over herself in bed. She can also move the bassinet so it is positioned next to the bed.

Nightlights

Integrated white and red lights enhance visibility while being gentle on the eyes. There are dim and brighter settings for both color options.

Base Storage

Base storage provides extensive storage for staff, while allowing for optimum height adjustment of the bassinet.  

‍

Adjustable Height

Adjustable height allows for perfect alignment with the mother's bed and for infant exams.

360° Bassinet Tub Rotation

Complete tub rotation allows for convenience access to infants for parents, siblings, and clinicians.

Removable Sidewall

The sidewall can be removed and nested within the tub to allow for mother to pick up and set down her infant. The sidewall can be positioned to cover the tub access points for transport and anytime preferred.

180° Column Swivel Joint

180° rotation allow for connection between not only the mother, but staff, family, and loved ones as well

How does it work?

Position the Bassinet

Lock the Caster Wheels

Adjust the Sidewall

Adjust the Height of the Bassinet

Rotate and Extend the Frame

Use the Nightlights

Transport an Infant in the Bassinet

Dimensions

Scaled for overbed use

Side view line drawing of Bassinet
Front view line drawing of Bassinet

Couplet Care uniquely offers valuable benefits

Traditional Bassinets

  • Limited Accessibility
  • Limited Visual and Physical Contact
  • Sleep Safety Risks
  • Dependence on Staff and Partners
  • Barrier to Breastfeeding

Couplet Care Bassinets

  • Convenient Accessibility
  • Promotes Ability to See and Respond to Infant Cues
  • Ability to Practice Safe Sleep
  • Eliminates Need for a Second Adult to Pick up or Set Down Infant
  • Enables Breastfeeding

Reduces nurse time in postnatal unit room

In an independently conducted research study funded by the National Institutes of Health, mothers who had the Couplet Care Bassinet made fewer calls for nurses for non-medical reasons.

A nurses gloved hands at their waist
An infant looking up from Couplet Care Bassinet


Emotional connection

Access to your newborn fosters bonding and the ability to hold your baby and have skin-to-skin contact as you like.

Human-centered design

The Bassinet is designed with users in mind and for simple maintenance. The nightlights are rechargeable.

A mother turning on the Couplet Care Bassinet nightlight


FAQs

What if my hospital recently replaced their bassinets?

If your hospital has replaced bassinets recently, it's important to incorporate Couplet Care Bassinets for those with high acuity. Examples of priority couplets include moms without a companion who can be present overnight, people who gave birth by cesarean section, individuals with disabilities, and infants born with neonatal abstinence syndrome.

What is the footprint of the bassinet compared to others?

The Couplet Care Bassinet width is 21 inches and the length is 33 inches (Width: 16 inches skirt-to-skirt). The base of the bassinet is comparable to stationary bassinets. The Couplet Care Bassinet is appropriate for tight spaces and is easily maneuverable.

Is there a sidewall?

There is a removable sidewall that nests easily on the opposite side of the tub.  The sidewall is used primarily for transport, but can also be used for comfort.