Medi Teddy: 12 Year Old Invents Cute IV Feed Cover
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Medi Teddy️ is a stuffed animal pouch that covers and conceals an IV bag. The US patented product was invented by 12 year old Ella Casano.
Ella, from Connecticut, was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called Idiopathic Thrombocytopenia Purpura (ITP) five years ago.
The back of the pouch is mesh, allowing for a doctor or nurse to see through and check on the fluid or medication a child is receiving. From the front, the child sees a friendly face and not the medication, blood product, or IV fluid being infused.
Ella says: “When I had my first infusion, I was surprised and a little bit intimidated by the look of the amount of tubing and medical equipment on my IV pole. As I saw more and more children experiencing the same feelings, I became more interested in creating a friendlier experience for young IV patients, so I created Medi Teddy. I hope that Medi Teddy helps you just as much as it helps me!”