FAQS

FAQS – Mimos® Pillow

1. What’s the Mimos® pillow?

2. Where is it made?

3. How much does it cost?

4. Why is Mimos® pillow different from other pillows on the market?

5. 5.Why is the Mimos® pillow effective?

6. What material is the Mimos® pillow made of?

7. Where can I get the Mimos® pillow?

8. Who is this pillow intended for?

9. How do I use this pillow?

10. For how long can I use this pillow?

11. How do I choose the right size for my baby? Why is it important?

12. My baby is less than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm. What size shall I get?

13. My baby is more than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm. What size shall I get?

14. My baby has a cranial perimeter of 39 cm. Can I buy an M so he/she can use it longer?

15. My baby is 6 months old and suffers from plagiocephaly. Can I correct the asymmetry with the Mimos® pillow?

16. Is this pillow a safe product?

17. What’s the recommendation for pre-owned pillows?

18. My baby suffers from Scaphocephaly. Can I use this pillow?

19. Can my baby use the pillow for sleep?

20. Can my baby sleep on the side in the Mimos® pillow?

21. Are there any flame retardants in the Mimos® pillow?

22. Mimos® pillow – TIPS

23. Mimos® pillow – PROS

24. Mimos® pillow – CONS

1. What’s the Mimos® pillow?

It is a pillow specially designed to help the prevention and correction of positional cranial deformities in babies. It is registered as a medical device and complies with the quality and safety European standards applicable to these products.

2. Where is it made?

It is handmade in Barcelona (Spain) under the international quality standard ISO 13485.

3. How much does it cost?

The price of the pillow ranges between 55 and 80 euros, depending on the IVA rules established in each country for medical devices. Pillow covers are available in different colours and can be purchased separately for about 10-14 euros.

4. Why is Mimos® pillow different from other pillows on the market?

Unlike other pillows that at first glance may seem similar to Mimos®, our pillow is registered as a medical device. It is made with a cutting-edge polyester fabric, which allows to achieve a breathable and spongy product. Only 6% of the total volume of the product is fabric, being the rest air. Moreover, the Mimos® pillow is a certified baby pillow for safety, efficiency and quality.

All these aspects together make our product unique and its prize higher than other pillows available on the market.

5. Why is the Mimos® pillow effective?

Thanks to its design and the material used to manufacture it, a breathable and spongy product is achieved. It distributes the pressure of the baby skull in a larger area, avoiding points of higher pressure and allowing the correct development of the baby’s head.

6. What material is the Mimos® pillow made of?

It is made with a cutting-edge polyester fabric. It is easy to wash and dries quickly. Its three dimensional structure makes it possible to achieve a breathable and soft product and the reduction of cranial pressure. Only 6% of the total volume of the product is yarn, the rest being air.

7. Where can I get the Mimos® pillow?

You are on the official Mimos® website, through which we provide international shipping of our products directly from the factory. However, we have distributors in multiple countries, so if you prefer you can also purchase Mimos products through their websites and retail shops.

OFICIAL MIMOS® DISTRIBUTORS
WORDWIDE	Mimos® Oficial Website www.mimospillow.com www.cojinmimos.com
UK	www.mimosbabypillow.co.uk
IRELAND
INDONESIA	www.mimosbabypillow.com
SWEDEN NORWAY DENMARK	www.mimospillow.se
THE NEEDERLANDS	www.mimospillow.nl
CANADA	www.mimospillowcanada.com
POLAND	www.lullilai.pl
MALAYSIA	www.mimospillow.my
SOUTH AFRICA	www.mimospillow.co.za
CROATIA	www.babylaurashop.com
GREECE	www.handitech.gr
CYPRUS	www.abletools.com.cy
PORTUGAL	www.almofadamimos.pt
UKRAINE	www.mimos.com.ua
KOREA	www.ninopillow.com
COSTA RICA
AUSTRALIA	www.mimospillows.com.au
THAILAND	mimosthailand@gmail.com
MEXICO	www.mimosmexico.com
ARGENTINA	www.plagiocefalia.com.ar
GERMANY	www.mimospillow.com
TAIWAN	www.ocean-cherub.com.tw

8. Who is this pillow intended for?

It is intended for the prevention and correction of positional cranial deformities. Its effectiveness is greater during the first six months of life because the skull is especially soft during this period. After 6 months, it is more complicated to correct cranial deformities but, until the cranial fontanelles are not closed (16-18 months), there is still a chance to correct and, more importantly, prevent it from getting worse.

9. How do I use this pillow?

Ideal for resting in the cot or in the stroller. The baby should be placed in the supine position (face up) and with the head in the pillow cavity. Under no circumstances should the baby be placed face down since it is not designed to be used in this position.

To prevent plagiocephaly, it is appropriate to use the pillow specially during the first six months. For corrective measures, it is important to start using the pillow as soon as possible. You should consult your doctor and use the pillow as a complement to physiotherapy and tummy time.

10. For how long can I use this pillow?

It is recommended to use the pillow for prevention the first 6 months of life because the head is growing fast and the skull is especially soft during this period. For correction, its effectiveness is greater during the first six months of life but it can be effective until the fontanelles close (16-18 months). After this period, you can keep using the pillow as a complement for rest.

11. How do I choose the right size for my baby? Why is it important?

The Mimos® pillow is available in five different sizes to suit the baby’s age. The value we use to choose one size or another is the head circumference. It is important to choose the right size to obtain the appropriate pressure relief effect and to provide a proper rest of the cervical area.

*Size P is the same as the size S but without the edges. It is only necessary for some models of strollers where the sizes XS, S or M don’t fit.

FYI there may be exceptions in these measures due to genetics, some babes are small and some bigger. Therefore if you have doubts advice size with doctor or distributor of Mimos pillow.

12. My baby is less than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm. What size shall I get?

Size S. If your baby is less than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm, then the area of the neck may not be sufficiently developed to use an M.

13. My baby is more than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm. What size shall I get?

Size M. If your baby is more than 4 months old and has a cranial perimeter of 41 cm, then the area of the neck is more developed and the baby can use an M.

14. My baby has a cranial perimeter of 39 cm. Can I buy an M so my baby can use the pillow longer?

No. It is essential to use the right size of the pillow at the right time in order to achieve the expected results. Take into account that size S can be used until the baby has a cranial perimeter of 46 cm, which usually happens between 8 and 10 months old.

15. My baby is 6 months old and suffers from plagiocephaly. Can I correct the asymmetry with the Mimos® pillow?

The Mimos® pillow relieves and distributes the pressure on the head while it grows. At 6 months of age, the head grows more slowly which is why the improvement is also slower. However, until the fontanels are closed, there is still the possibility of correcting the cranial asymmetry. How much Mimos can correct depends on several factors such as the severity of the asymmetry, age and growth status of the skull, which can vary between babies. It is important to obtain a treatment plan from a professional, physiotherapist or paediatrician. In addition, in order to achieve the best result, the Mimos® pillow should be combined with physiotherapy treatment and Tummy time.

16. Is this pillow a safe product?

Safety is an essential and obligatory element in our products, which is why we have carried out various studies that support that the Mimos® pillow safety.

Its certified safe according to these certifications:

• Anti-suffocation certification - TÜV Rheinland

• Airflow safety - Bureau Veritas

• CO2 re-breathing safe

• International quality standard for medical devices - ISO 13485

• European Safety Certification for toys - EN 71

• Class I medical device in accordance with European Legislation - CE Marking

• Product free of harmful substances - Textile Safety Certification Oeko-tex 100

17. What’s the recommendation for pre-owned pillows?

The Mimos® pillow is a medical device so its use must be individual, that is a pillow for each baby. It adapts to the head of each baby to provide adequate support for rest. Each pillow is designed to be used approximately 8 months, which lasts an average treatment. After a use it can lose its shape, compromising its effectiveness. For this reason, it is not recommended to use pillows that have already been used by other babies.

18. My baby suffers from Scaphocephaly. Can I use this pillow?

Mimos pillow is specially designed to correct Plagiocephaly and Brachycephaly, but has also shown effectiveness in babies with Scaphocephaly because the area beneath the head makes it is easier for a baby with Scaphocephaly to stay on the back of the head. A baby with Scaphocephaly normally tends to turn to the side, in this position Mimos in not providing the best relieve. So scaphocephaly cases are individual.

19. Can my baby use the pillow for sleep?

Yes, the pillow has a high safety level and is certified as CO2 re-breathing safe and anti-suffocation (TUV). The pillow has passed the tests as a low risk product almost in the same line as a mattress. The recommendation for no pillow use is because of the risk of suffocation, here is where Mimos® pillow is different from normal baby pillows.

20. Can my baby sleep on the side in the Mimos® pillow?

No, the Mimos® pillow is specially designed to sleep and rest in the supine position (face up), the position recommended by experts. But Mimos allows free movements of the head so the baby can turn the head to the sides.

21. Are there any flame-retardants in the Mimos® pillow?

No, since these chemical components are not good for babies. Even so, Mimos complies with the ignitability regulations BS5852 and ISO 12952.

22. Mimos® pillow – TIPS

• Do not use any pillow cover other than the Mimos cover, as it is also breathable.

• Use the pillow as much time as possible when the baby is resting or sleeping.

• Use the correct size according to your baby's cranial perimeter.

• Do not forget the Tummy time when the baby is awake. You should try to relieve the pressure on the head for as long as possible.

• Use alternately both sides of the pillow to maintain its shape.

• Take advice from your doctor before using the pillow in the incubator - babies that need to be in incubator are very sensitive and a doctor should agree with the size/use of Mimos.

• Use a “washing bag” when you wash the pillow in the machine to prevent any object to damage the pillow.

23. Mimos® pillow – PROS

• Registered as a medical device.

• Reduces pressure on the head up to 4 times.

• Proven effectiveness in clinical studies.

• Allows the natural movement of the baby's head.

• Manufactured with a cutting-edge 100% polyester fabric.

• Breathable product, 94% of the product’s volume is air.

• Anti-suffocation safety certificate (TUV).

• Easy to wash and quick drying. It can be washed by hand or in the washing machine at 20ºC degrees.

• The baby can use the pillow from the birth.

• Keeps the baby cool and comfortable.

• Anti-allergenic and free of harmful substances. It does not contain latex or BPA.

24. Mimos® pillow – CONS

• It is not registered as a medical device in all countries.

• It is not always effective in babies older than 6 months.

• It cannot be returned or refunded if the plastic is broken because it is a medical device.

• The baby may roll out from the pillow when he / she grows, then try to have your baby with the feet in the end of the cot, so the feet gets support from the wall.