Breast feeding Scale

An Infant Hanging Scale is a Class II medical device (mechanical spring/balance or digital load cell) designed for accurate weight measurement of neonates and infants up to 2-3 years (capacity 10-25 kg, accuracy ±5-10 g) using a suspended sling or pan. Features include soft, washable fabric sling with head support and leg openings, tare function to zero out sling weight, mechanical dial or backlit digital display, hold function for active infants, test-weighing mode for breastfeeding assessment (digital models), and portable carrying case. Primary clinical applications include newborn weight monitoring in hospital nurseries (detecting excessive weight loss), NICU daily weights (tracking growth, calculating fluids), breastfeeding adequacy assessment (test-weighing), pediatric outpatient and well-child visits, home healthcare and visiting nurse services, malnutrition screening in developing world, and research studies requiring precise infant weights. Critical safety considerations include secure hanging from sturdy support (never ceiling tiles), thorough sling inspection before each use, proper infant positioning with head support, tare verification with sling attached, never leaving infants unattended, and strict infection control with clean sling per patient. Essential equipment for accurate infant growth monitoring and nutritional assessment in all healthcare settings serving pediatric populations.