초록

This invention is a bib that slides onto a drinking bottle to form a protective barrier against spills or spit-up by the person drinking. The bib is made of lightweight, soft, and absorbent materials, which may be disposable or washable.

대표청구항 ▼

1. In combination, a drinking vessel including a liquid retaining portion having a circumference and having a first end and a second end and comprising at least one wall, said drinking vessel having a nipple extending from said first end of said liquid retaining portion for extracting liquid therefr

1. In combination, a drinking vessel including a liquid retaining portion having a circumference and having a first end and a second end and comprising at least one wall, said drinking vessel having a nipple extending from said first end of said liquid retaining portion for extracting liquid therefrom; and an absorbent apparatus removably attached to said at least one wall, wherein the improvement comprises an absorbent apparatus comprising:A lightweight bib or guard, comprising a substantially flat surface for shielding, for an infant formula or milk bottle said surface including an aperture suitable for the insertion and close fitting of said drinking vessel. 2. A device as described in claim 1 in which said bib is further comprised of a single integral piece of construction, without need for assembly or fastening by the user, other than insertion of said drinking vessel.3. A device as described in claim 1 in which said bib is further comprised of cloth, preferably terrycloth.4. A device as described in claim 1 in which said bib is further comprised of a disposable clothlike synthetic material, which is capable of absorbing liquid, and with one surface substantially waterproof.5. A device as described in claim 1 wherein said aperture is expandable to a maximum of 1.5 to 2.5 inches in diameter.6. A device as described in claim 1 wherein said aperture is surrounded by elastic material, to hold said bib in proper position on said drinking vessel.