Resource Hub for the CuddleCot™ Perinatal Bereavement Device

Yes, the CuddleCot can be used from day one to gently cool baby and slow down changes.

Unlike a traditional cold cot, the CuddleCot's flexible cooling pads can be wrapped in a blanket with baby, so that parents can hold them without worry of temperature fluctuations.

You can find instructions on how parents can hold their baby on our manuals page.

For further assistance contact info@cuddlecot.com or call our team.

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Each case will be slightly different. On average, the CuddleCot is used for 3 to 5 days, but we believe any decision should always be made with the family and health professionals.

The CuddleCot can be used immediately after loss. Once baby is laid on the pad, it will begin to gently cool baby and reach optimum temperature for baby and parents. Ensure that baby is well insulated with blankets.

Read our helpful guide on how to swaddle baby with the cooling pad for more information.

Visit: cuddlecot.com/manuals

The CuddleCot provides continual gentle cooling as long as it is connected to mains power and has sufficient distilled water in the system.

The cooling pad works best when the baby is laid directly on it and covered with blankets, or when the baby is wrapped in blankets with the cooling pad inside the swaddle, allowing parents to hold them.

For detailed instructions on wrapping the baby with the cooling pad to maintain temperature consistency, please refer to our guides at cuddlecot.com/manuals

Traditional cooling alternatives often require healthcare professionals to monitor the baby closely and ask parents to return them to the cot to maintain proper cooling. This can interrupt precious bonding time and add stress for both families and staff.

The CuddleCot works differently. Its concealed, temperature-controlled pads deliver continuous cooling without the need for constant supervision or pad swaps. Parents can hold their baby, place them in any bassinet, or wrap them in a blanket, enjoying uninterrupted, natural interaction while HCPs provide compassionate care without intervention.

The CuddleCot is suited for infants under one year old or the size of the large cooling pad.

The CuddleCot is designed to operate at 8˚C/46˚F. The cooling process is gentle and controlled, using distilled water in temperature controlled and verifiable cooling pads to maintain this optimal temperature.

Cooling at unnecessarily low temperatures can increase the risk of rapid forming condensation buildup, and in some cases, ice formation or even freezing conditions, which may be distressing for families and inappropriate for close contact.

The CuddleCot avoids these risks by maintaining a steady, verifiable temperature (displayed clearly on the unit), in full alignment with the Texas Everly's law requirements. It delivers effective, gentle cooling to enable parents to spend precious moments together.

The CuddleCot operates at 8°C/46˚F to provide an appropriate balance between effective cooling and the comfort of the baby and family.

At around 4°C/39˚F, a baby can begin to feel stiff and cold, which can make holding and spending time with their baby more difficult for families. Through discussions and feedback from families, it became clear that this temperature was too cold for the experience they wanted during this precious time together.

The decision was therefore made to operate the CuddleCot at 8°C/46˚F. This temperature helps minimise condensation while still slowing the natural changes that occur after death, giving families more time with their baby in a safe and supportive environment.

The aim is not simply to cool the baby as much as possible, but to find the right balance between temperature control, preservation and the family's experience, allowing parents and loved ones to spend meaningful time together.

Yes, the CuddleCot comes with a small and large cooling pad for both pre-term and full-term babies, ensuring that your organisation can support every bereaved family.

For further assistance contact info@cuddlecot.com or call our team.

UK:  08455 333561

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CuddleCot Unique Temperature Controls:

The thermoelectric technology used in the CuddleCot offers more precise temperature control compared to compressor-based units using refrigerant.

Thermoelectric technology can maintain consistent temperatures and is more energy-efficient across a range of applications compared to alternative cooling methods.

The CuddleCot is approximately 30dB loud when running. As quiet as normal breathing or rustling leaves.

The CuddleCot can be used with water purification tablets (e.g Milton Mini Sterilising tablets) to help maintain the longevity of the system instead of biocide.

We recommend Milton Mini Sterilising Tablets, which can be purchased from the CuddleCot.com shop or via Pro Forma invoice.

Remove the filler cap and fill with purified water, such as distilled or de-ionised water, until the reservoir is about two-thirds full.

Helping to slow the natural changes

We recommend continual cooling because it creates a calm, stable environment for the baby, helping to slow the natural changes that occur after death.

This allows families to keep their baby in their room and avoid distressing visits to the morgue.

When a baby is not continually cooled

When a baby is not continually cooled, temperature fluctuations can sometimes cause these natural changes to appear sooner.

By keeping the temperature steady, families are able to spend more unhurried time with their baby, hold them close, and create the memories that matter most.

How does continual cooling work?

With the CuddleCot, the temperature controlled pre- or full-term cooling pad can be placed under the baby in any cot or basket, or gently wrapped within their blankets.

When used this way, parents can hold and cradle their baby comfortably without worrying about temperature changes.

How does continual cooling help?

Consistent cooling supports families in having the time, space, and closeness they need.

Speak to our team at info@cuddlecot.com

The CuddleCot can be used with water sterilizing tablets (i.e Milton Mini Sterilizing tablets) to help maintain the longevity of the system instead of biocide.

We recommended that healthcare professionals drain the system before storage after use.

We recommend Milton Mini Sterilizing Tablets, which can be purchased from the CuddleCot.com shop or via Pro Forma invoice.

Optional Equipment (Important Note)

The CuddleCot package includes an optional stand and bassinet. These components are not required for the device to function. Some hospitals prefer to use existing in-house equipment with the CuddleCot rather than the supplied stand and bassinet. The device remains fully functional without these optional components.

No, a Safety Data Sheet is for substances, not mechanical devices, there are no batteries or refrigeration gases used in the CuddleCot unit.

The only thing that needs a SDS is the Milton Water Sterilizing tablets.

You can download it from here: flexmort.com/safety-data-sheets

The CuddleCot is not designed to reverse or stop the decomposition process once it has begun. It is intended to cool and slow down natural changes, but it cannot halt or reverse decomposition.

If you have any further questions, please reach out to info@cuddlecot.com

•⁠ While uncommon, fluid droplets can be caused by a build-up of condensation around the hose connection area when the CuddleCot is used in a high humidity situation.

•⁠ ⁠Check for damage to the cooling pad, hose and connectors.

We recommend contacting our Service department for advice.

If possible, ascertain the approximate location of the leak as this can help us tailor any advice. Attaching a photo to any correspondence could also be useful.

service@cuddlecot.com

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