1. Engineered for Safety and Ease:
The Zaky ZAK® enhances the experience of holding a baby by improving safety, frequency, and duration to fully realize the benefits of kangaroo care, as extensively documented in the literature. Designed for use before and after birth, it is safe for sitting or standing transfers of babies weighing 1-15 lbs, with easy access for breastfeeding, pumping, and other interventions. When used as instructed, The Zaky ZAK® reduces the risk of accidental extubations and keeps the baby secure, even if the parent falls asleep.
2. Reduces Risks and Cost of Care:
The Zaky ZAK® features a standardized design that streamlines supply chain management across hospital units:
- Easy Ordering: Unisex and available in four color-coded sizes that fit parents of 12 different sizes. Order individually or by the case.
- Simple Inventory: Track sizes easily by counting the colors—no need to check tags.
- Efficient Storage: Quickly identify sizes by their color.
- Quality Control: The light fabric allows for quick visual checks.
- Infection Control: Durable, washable cotton and strong zippers ensure comfort and longevity. Follow the same laundry protocol as the babies' clothing.
- Streamlined Training: A standardized approach to kangaroo care simplifies training and boosts satisfaction for everyone.
- Enhanced Safety: Reduces care costs, prevents injuries and accidental falls, and minimizes the risk of unplanned extubations, leading to better outcomes, even if the parent falls asleep—when following our safety guidelines and instructions.
3. Improves Healthcare Outcomes:
Using The Zaky ZAK® for kangaroo care ensures that parents and babies benefit from skin-to-skin contact, as supported by extensive research. It is effective for all babies weighing 1 to 15 lbs, in hospitals, at home, or anywhere kangaroo care is practiced.
4. Boosts Satisfaction:
The Zaky ZAK® enhances satisfaction for everyone involved:
- Babies: More comfort and longer periods of being held.
- Parents: Increased comfort, confidence, independence, and safety.
- Staff: Improved confidence, standardized care, ease of use, and safety.
- Administrators: Implementation of evidence-based care, enhanced safety for longer and more frequent sessions, and reduced risk of accidental falls, injuries, and lawsuits.