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The Bump - Information
The Bump weighs about 12 - 12.5 kilos (26.5 - 27.5 lbs) which is the weight of a
healthy average sized mum-to-be who eats normally in pregnancy. But some mums
can gain very little to double the average weight and still have a normal
pregnancy and give birth to a healthy baby. So much depends on what you weighed
before your pregnancy, how active you are and what type of metabolism you have.
The Bump is designed to give the wearer a better understanding of the weight
gain experienced during pregnancy. This weight is made up of baby, placenta,
enlarged breasts, extra fat supplies needed for making breast milk amniotic
fluid, uterine muscle, extra blood, extra fluid and amniotic fluid.
Once The Bump is on, the wearer can "deliver" a healthy 4 kilo (8.8lb) baby by simply
removing the side weights and then appreciate all the extra weight associated
with pregnancy. Watch the expression on their faces when they appreciate this -
so many people think pregnancy weight is just about the baby! Get a chair for
that pregnant lady over there!
The Bump body weighs approximately 0.5 kilos and is made of denim and has gell filled breasts and bump that provide an extremely
realistic sensation and look. The breasts weigh 0.5 kilos each (1.1lb) and bump
is 3 kilos (6.6lbs). They do not require messy filling and emptying as they are
permanently sealed and are made of a durable, yet soft plastic.
The additional weights are made of lead shot in bean bags also covered in denim that can easily
be removed to allow a variable body weight. There are four bean bags, each
weighing 2 kilos (4.4lbs).
The Bump fits into a customised wheeled denim case for easy transport and storage.
The Bump looks great on, but if wearers feel a little self-conscious, there is a maternity t-shirt included that covers all
bits and bumps!
PRECAUTIONARY GUIDELINES
Constituent Parts of The Bump
0.5 kilos - body
1.0 kilos - 2 breasts
3.0 kilos - bump bag
8.0 kilos - 4 additional weighted bags
12.0 to 12.5 kilos - total
The total weight reflects the average weight gain of a woman in the final stages of pregnancy. Given that the Bump body, breasts and the bump bag are basic requirements to give the wearer an understanding of pregnancy, the weight experienced by the wearer can be varied from 4.5 kilos (10 lbs) to 12.5 kilos (27.5 lbs).
Common Sense
The Bump should only be worn under the guidance of a Teacher/Facilitator who has studied and understands the User Documentation provided with The Bump (see link at the bottom of the page).
The Teacher must use common sense in judging the weight appropriate for the age and stature of the wearer. Remember that though an equivalent weight to The Bump is carried successfully by pregnant (and often young) women, they have had months to acclimatise.
Appropriate Age
We recommend that the Bump is not worn by young people of 12 or under, or by senior citizens.
Fitting The Bump Safely
See information above for a detailed guide to using the various weights provided with The Bump. Do not use weights other than or additional to those provided.
Click on How to Use The Bump (top) for a guide to fitting the wearer with The Bump in the safest way, to protect both the Teacher and the wearer.
Ensuring that the Wearer can Cope
When The Bump has been securely fitted, the Teacher should invite the wearer to stand then ensure that the wearer is confident of being able to cope with the bulk and weight.
Limiting the Duration of the Exercise
We recommend that The Bump is worn for no more than 15 minutes, and that repeat exercises with the same wearer are not attempted.
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