The Original Slumber Bear Story

In 1975, Dr. William C. Eller, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.C.O.G., Chief (Emeritus) of
Gaenecology and Obstetrics, Holy Cross Hospital, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, developed
the technique of recording the unique Slumber Bear sound at Holy Cross Hospital in
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.

This was accomplished by placing a specially designed 8mm microphone inside a
pregnant mother’s uterus, directly next to the unborn infant’s ear. Insertion of the
microphone moments before the mother went into labour enabled Dr. Eller to record
the major intrauterine sounds that the baby had been hearing for the last four to five
months prior to birth.

Based on the knowledge that the birth experience and transition from the peaceful,
quiet existence inside the mother’s body is a very traumatic time for the newborn, it
was hypothesized that the recorded intrauterine sounds would produce a calming
effect on the newborn infant after birth. Once the original recording was made, it was
then transferred to records and tapes for testing in hospitals across the country. The
recorded sounds were then clinically tested on thousands of babies in hospital
nurseries, and proved to be a natural audio baby pacifier.

Based on the enthusiasm and excitement generated by the incredibly positive results,
and with the introduction of new technology from the aerospace industry, the
recording was then developed, engineered, and electronically reproduced on an
integrated circuit, using highly advanced microcomputer techniques. One tiny chip
contains the complete audio program and forms the heart of the Slumber Bear’s sound
unit. (The original Slumber Bear/Tummy Sleep’s original intrauterine recording
technology is on permanent display at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C.).
The Slumber Bear is the ONLY product available that plays an actual recordings from
inside a mother’s womb. As a result, for the past 28 years, the Slumber Bear has been
used in hospitals, clinics, maternity wards, nurseries, and homes all over the world to
help babies transition from the womb to the outside world.

Each Slumber Bear Now Comes with the Silkie Baby Comforter

Now, The Original Slumber Bear comes with a SILKIE, the natural bonding aid!
"A baby’s sense of smell is more defined than that of an adult. Research shows that a
baby can recognize his own mother by her smell," writes Elizabeth Pantley in THE
NO-CRY SLEEP SOLUTION (available at babysleepshop.com/books)

In order to maximize the effectiveness of the Silkie, place Silkie inside your shirt
for a few house to absorb your scent. Alternatively, you can also place Silkie
between yourself and Baby when you nurse or are bottle-feeding baby. Not only do
babies love the softness of Silkie’s CVC velour and the smoothness of its satin, but
this tactile stimulation is important for baby’s early development.

Research shows that “Some babies will attach themselves to a blanket (Silkie) or
toy that becomes a ‘lovey’. This is a transitional object that comforts your baby in
your absence. Ibid. Slumber Bear’s Silkie can become a powerful bonding tool
between you and your baby.

Using the trusted Slumber Bear® and Silkie together ensures that both you and your baby will get the rest and reassurance that you need!

The Slumber Bear’s sound unit comes with batteries, has a volume control knob, and
has an auto-shut off timer to save on batteries. If Baby cries or the bear is moved, the
sound box will reactivate automatically. Velcro® paws allow for easy attachment to
Baby’s cot rails. The sound box hooks securely inside the bear, or can be removed
from the bear and used separately by connecting it to the cot rail or pushchair using
the Velcro® strap provided. Four AAA batteries included. Once Baby outgrows the
Slumber Bear sounds, the sound box can be stored away and Baby is left with a
trusted friend.

Slumber Bear Testimonials

See what other midwives, nurses, and parents are saying about the Slumber Bear:-

"May I take this opportunity to say what a wonderful product the Slumber Bear is. I
am a Midwife and often deal with fractious and unsettled babies; the lovely bear is a
little marvel. When used with newborn babies, especially, it seems to have an almost
instant calming effect and I have personally noticed a significant change in the lucky
babies who get to use it. The Mums are very impressed too! I have been so delighted
with the demonstration models that I went out and bought my Daughter-in-law one
for my new Grand-daughter and she has used it very frequently with great effect.
May I thank you again for introducing this fabulous product to us and I hope that
soon all Mums in the UK will get the benefit of your Slumber Bears."
Penny John, RM. Dip. Mid., Swansea, Wales

"The night baby Robyn was born, she was really unsettled and my daughter had not
slept for over 24 hours, was totally exhausted, and could not move from her bed as
her epidural was really effective. I had taken the Slumber Bear to hospital and while
Robyn was screaming in her cot, I switched the bear on. Within 5 minutes, she was
sound asleep. I work as a midwife in the hospital and neither I nor my colleagues
could believe it. Over the next 24 hours, we used it on a few occasions and the same
thing happened. I just can’t praise your product enough! On behalf of myself, my
daughter, and all the staff of Ward 21, Wishaw General Hospital, we thank you."
L.P.,Wishaw General Hospital, North Lanarkshire, Scotland

"I am a maternity care assistant in a small maternity unit in Wantage, Oxon. A few
years ago a grateful mum gave our unit a Slumber Bear for us to use. It has been
absolutely invaluable to us, especially on the night duties. We always pop it in the cot
with an unsettled baby with fantastic results. The mums think that it's great."
J.W., Wantage Maternity Unit, Wantage Hospital, Wantage, Oxon, England

"Slumber Bear works like ‘magic’! We have, I think, the quietest nurseries anywhere.
Within 30 seconds after the tape begins to play, crying stops and within 60 seconds
nine out of ten babies are asleep… We thank you for Slumber Bear".
Holy Cross Hospital, Fort Lauderdale, FL

"Fantastic effect on our newborn infants. Approximately 90% of our babies stop
crying and 85% of these infants are soothed to sleep in most cases within 60
seconds, a natural way of calming babies."
St. Luke’s Hospital, Racine, WI

"We were pleasantly surprised with the Slumber Bear sound. It really worked. Since
we know the effectiveness of the recording in a nursery situation, we believe it could
be very useful to mother at home in quieting her fussy baby."
St. Francis Hospital, Colorado Springs, CO

"The Slumber Bear sound is a pacifier for newborn babies. Babies use up fewer
calories not crying, gain weight faster. Especially effective with prematures."
Paul Harvey News

"I was the desperate mother with the baby who wouldn’t sleep! The Slumber Bear
worked brilliantly for the first couple of nights and was a pleasant night’s sleep. Now
that he is older (9 months), he just likes having the Bear in his bed and he usually
comes on nights away with us too!"
K.W., Bristol, England

"We are all delighted with the Slumber Bear—absolutely beautiful and has been well
accepted by baby James. We look forward to Mr. Bear II."
G.D., North Wales, Wales

"I would just like to let you know that our baby daughter Jennifer who was born last
Saturday loves her bear…as does her 2 year old brother Zac!!!! (and my husband and
myself!) Thank you!"
T.B., England

"I am writing in about your Slumber Bear. I find it very good for my baby and think
it’s one of the best toys out on the open market. Thanks so much for bringing it out."
T.P., Lancashire, England

"We bought a Slumber Bear for our 3 week old daughter Grace. It is proving to be
quite effective in these early stages. I shall be recommending them to our friends and
our neighbor that have just had a boy who comes home tomorrow."
R.D., England

"The Slumber Bear has proved invaluable in lulling “Daniel” to sleep, and both
grandparents and our son and his wife are most appreciative."
M.G., England

"I recently purchased a Slumber Bear for my baby. Since my baby Lucci was actually
8 weeks old when I bought the Bear, I was a little worried that it wouldn’t have the
same effect, and in fact, it didn’t work. However, after 2 weeks of using the Bear at
bedtime, it began to take effect and now Lucci, 15 weeks old, sleeps peacefully as it
lulls her to sleep. I feel I wish I had bought the Bear from birth, however, it has
worked out well, and works great."
M.M., Fife, Scotland

"We were delighted to received the Slumber Bear as it helps Connor drop off at
nights and after feeds and calms him down when he is grumpy. Hope the Bears find
homes all across the country—we wouldn’t be without ours."
B.M., England

"Our son was born with respiratory difficulties. He progressively got worse, finally
being placed on a respirator. Doctors gave little hope…his blood gas level was
dangerously low and not improving. His treatment did little to help him. We placed
the bear in his unit and within 30 seconds his breathing relaxed and his oxygen rose
to the highest level since his birth. From that point on he has improved. My wife and
I and the NICU nurses feel the bear relaxed him and eventually saved his life."
M.S., Spartanburg, South Carolina

"The staff on the maternity floor of George Washington University Hospital,
Washington D.C., where my son was born, was overwhelmed with the bear. One
nurse even told me that she shifted the most distraught babies next to my son’s
bassinet as the sound from the bear soothed the babies. You have a wonderful
product!"
C.F., Whitesburg, Kentucky

"I have a five week old son with several heart defects and was exposed to this bear at
the Boston Floating Hospital. My son loved it! Thank you for creating this bear!"
N.R., Goffstown, New Hampshire

"Miraculous does not do it justice! Our son is now 4 months old and has suffered
from a severe case of colic the whole time. We had just about given up hope of saving
our sanity when the bear arrived. It worked immediately. He now sleeps peacefully
all night while it plays. Thank you for this wonderful thing."
D.S., Owatonna, Minnesota

"The head nurse came to tell me she had ordered two for the nursery. All of the
doctors were very impressed too. Since we have been home, it has been a life-saver."
P.H., Lynn, California

"As a shower gift I received your Slumber Bear. Since the birth of my daughter I
have used it almost from day one. This bear is truly a Godsend.  It puts my daughter
and myself to sleep. Much, much thanks."
I.S., San Jose, California

"The Slumber Bear can truly be classified as amazing, incredible and a real lifesaver.
It pacifies our infant almost immediately."
D.K., Arcadia, California

"Our Slumber Bear was a savior for the first four months with our son. As soon as
we came home from the hospital we began using the bear and it was amazing how
calm he would become. The bear was more than worth the cost and we have
recommended this special bear to many of our friends."
C.G., Pittsburgh, California


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