US4875492A
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Washable and contoured nursing pads
Assignee: LEADING LADY
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Filing: 1988-05-05
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Granted: 1989-10-24
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Expires: 2008-05-05
Abstract
Abstract A washable and contoured nursing pad which can be machine washed and dried, and therefore resuable and economical. The nursing pad is molded into a contoured shape for a body-hugging fit inside the wearer's bra. The nursing pad consists of multiple layers of different types of fabrics for different functions, including a decorative and slip resistant lace outer layer, a waterproof second layer, a fluid absorbent third layer, and a soft comfortable inner layer.
Inventors
- 👤 Debra J. Mitchell
- 👤 Cheryl L. Ranzau
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-29 20:59
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61F; A61F13/00; A61F13/14; A61F13/141; A61F13/15; A61F13/15203; A61F13/15268; A61F2013/15008; A61F2013/15016; A61F2013/15276
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 2
Claim 1
Independent Claim
111 words
A washable and contoured nursing pad comprising a lace outer layer of a polyester lace with a rough side of the lace facing outward to prevent slipping inside the wearer's bra, a waterproof second layer which is comprised of a polyester tricot that is coated with 2.5 to 4 millimeters of opaque polyvinylchloride, a fluid absorbent third layer which is comprised of an 8 to 10 ounce needle punched felt blend of rayon and polyester, and a soft, and a comfortable inner layer adapted to be against the skin which is comprised of brushed polyester flannel and has a wicking quality which draws fluid through to the needle punched absorbent layer.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
111 words
A washable and contoured nursing pad comprising a lace outer layer of a polyester lace with a rough side of the lace facing outward to prevent slipping inside the wearer's bra, a waterproof second layer which is comprised of a polyester tricot that is coated with 2.5 to 4 millimeters of opaque polyvinylchloride, a fluid absorbent third layer which is comprised of an 8 to 10 ounce needle punched felt blend of rayon and polyester, and a soft, and a comfortable inner layer adapted to be against the skin which is comprised of brushed polyester flannel and has a wicking quality which draws fluid through to the needle punched absorbent layer.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1992-10-23 | 1993-04-24 | 1993-10-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1996-10-23 | 1997-04-24 | 1997-10-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 2000-10-23 | 2001-04-24 | 2001-10-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |