The Empathy Belly® Pregnancy Simulator – Adult Version with Expectant Father/Adult DVD

Product Details

A specially designed, weighted vest that allows adult males and females to experience pregnancy firsthand and gain a realistic understanding of what it feels like to be pregnant. Developed by Birthways, Inc.

Over 20 symptoms and effects of pregnancy are felt including:
• Weight gain of 30-33 lbs.
• Pregnant profile – enlarged breasts and abdomen
• Pressure on bladder and other internal organs
• Postural changes of back and shift in center of gravity
• Mild fetal kicking “movements”
• Shortness of breath
• Increased body temperature and perspiration
• Awkwardness in body movements
• Change in personal and sexual self-image

Effects are simulated through the use of a rib belt and strategic positioning of various weighted components. This teaching model includes:
• One Main Torso Garment
• Two Pregnant Breast Inserts
• One Rib Belt
• One Vinyl Belly Bladder with 2-lb. Weight
• Two 7-lb. Insert Weights
• One 6-lb. Bladder Pouch
• One Maternity Smock
• One Safety Holding Tray
• One Bottle Water Conditioner
• One Vinyl Repair Kit
• One Nylon Tote Carrying Bag
Also includes an instructor’s training manual and DVD, laminated flash card, 30 informed consent release forms, and a laminated color poster on the 3rd trimester of pregnancy. Fabric U.S.A. and imported.