What is a Topponcino?
What is a Topponcino?
The topponcino is a small mattress used to help transition a baby from womb into the world. The baby uses the topponcino when he/she is being held, or placed somewhere for the first few weeks of the baby’s life. It becomes the baby’s first environment, one that can move with the baby from place to place.
Can baby sleep with topponcino?
Safe sleep takes priority over everything, however. Topponcino with padding and quilted layers are not safe. In addition, babies should always be supervised when in contact with topponcinos. It’s imperative to follow safe sleep guidelines when caring for your newborns.
What is a topponcino Montessori?
The topponcino (pronounced top. on. chi’no) is a soft, mat-like Montessori baby pillow that provides comfort, support, and consistency throughout the first few delicate months of your baby’s life. Your newborn is experiencing smells, temperatures, and textures for the first time.
How long use topponcino?
Make your own decisions about how comfortable you are using the topponcino for sleep. For everyday use, the topponcino is used for the first 6-8 weeks of life. With Gus he slept with his topponcino until he was 9 or 10 months old (I can’t quite remember when he stopped.)
How do you make a Topponcino?
Match up the top and underside of the cover, with right sides facing each other. Sew all around the ellipse (note: the two underside pieces will overlap a little bit). Turn the cover inside-out and iron. Insert the topponcino in the cover and you’re done!
How do you clean a Topponcino?
Washing Your Topponcino Machine wash cold with like colors. Tumble Dry Low. Insert: The internal batting is 100% cotton and is designed to trap heat and smells. It will also bunch up if washed in a machine.
When can I use the topponcino?
Most families use the topponcino as a cuddling and support pillow for the first 3-4 months. After that, they will use it as a “tummy time” play mat until their baby is 6+ months. A soft, mat-like Montessori pillow that provides support, comfort, and consistency during a baby’s first few months of life.
How does the topponcino support my Baby’s development?
The topponcino’s unique oval design physically supports your baby while handling, holding, feeding, or transitioning your baby from place to place. How was your overall experience? Did you purchase this for yourself or as a gift? Thank you for submitting a review! Your input is very much appreciated.
What is a topponcino pillow?
“Topponcino” (“little pillow” in Italian) that is used to hold, carry, and comfort a child from the first day of life. It provides comfort and security and has been part of Montessori Assistants to Infancy (A to I, birth to three year) program since its inception in Rome, Italy in 1949.
Is the topponcino the perfect Montessori gift for pregnant parents?
Since Montessori is more visible on social media, you can now see the topponcino all over Instagram! The #topponcino has quickly become one of the most recommended #Montessori items for expecting parents. Almost every Montessori blogger has written about it and we wholeheartedly agree its importance to a family cannot be overstated.
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