| abstract |
The present invention is directed to a child's or infant's hat which protects at least the sides, top or rear of the wearer's head from injuries due to falls or bumps against hard objects. Generally, the head protector of the present invention comprises: (1) a cap member: (2) one or more flexible, resilient shock absorbent fluid-containing pads; and (3) an outer covering of pliable fabric material. The cap member is constructed so as to fully enclose and/or encapsulate the fluid-containing gel pads. The pads substantially surround the entire inner surface of the cap member, or a substantial portion thereof. The head protector of the present invention is fashionable, having an appearance and surface texture of a conventional hat worn by infants and small children. |