Dada Double-sided blanket

Positive opinion
Institute of Mother and Child

Opinion No .: op-4804/2021

Release date: 09.11.2021

Producer: SDV Polska Sp. z o. o

Brand: Hobbyhorse

Product type: ,

Age range: ,

Review

Documentation assessment: Positive

Expert sensory evaluation: Positive

In-use test: Positive

Overall Rating: Positive

Product description

Dada double-sided blankets dimensions: 75×100 cm, available in 5 different colors.

The products have the STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX ® certificate confirming that the products are completely free of harmful substances.

Read more

Dada double-sided blankets they are fluffy and delicate to the touch, and two layers are perfect for colder days.

Main features

  • Bilateral idesign appropriate to the age and needs of the user
  • Safe raw materials icertified fabric free from harmful chemicals
  • Very good workmanshipicareful, precise finishing
  • Easy to keep cleanieasy to wash in the washing machine, dries quickly
  • Interesting design and colors

Scope of the Opinion

The aim of the study at the Institute of Mother and Child was to evaluate the product in terms of general, health and developmental safety of users. During the subsequent stages of issuing opinions, the safety of raw materials was primarily checked, e.g. through a detailed analysis of the qualitative and quantitative composition of the product. The correctness of the age purpose and functionality of the product were verified, i.e. the practical application and the degree of implementation of the product's functional properties declared by the manufacturer, as well as the level of user satisfaction.

Assessors

An expert team composed of:

Jagna Szulc-Kamińska

Midwife, Expert in issuing opinions on utility products at the Institute of Mother and Child

Anna Milewska

Senior specialist in the Department of Assessment and Cooperation Development, Institute of Mother and Child

Aleksandra Swiebod

Head of the Department of Assessment and Development of Cooperation at the Institute of Mother and Child

Users

20 people registered in the research panel of the Institute, mainly from the medical, scientific and administration staff of the Institute, who are parents or guardians of infants and children qualified for the study in accordance with the results of expert assessment and study criteria.

Study details

Stage I - Documentation assessment

The first stage of product evaluation Dada double-sided blanket confirmed the general and health safety of the product for the user group declared by the manufacturer, based on the documentation required from the manufacturer.

Read more

A detailed analysis of the product and the origin of raw materials was performed, including the results of tests from accredited laboratories confirming their safety. The authenticity of the attestations and certificates of analysis in the scope of the declared product characteristics was verified. All aspects affecting the final quality and safety of the product have been thoroughly analyzed. The documentation of labels and instructions for use was also assessed.

The product was assessed in the following categories

  • Compliance with applicable standards/regulations
  • General safety and product developmenti(safety in relation to the user's age)
  • Safety of raw materialsi (including origin)
  • Safety of the production process
  • Instructions for use
  • Ecology i(raw materials, production, packaging, recycling)
  • Innovation
  • Level and scope of complaints
  • "Polish product" i(production, ownership)
  • Other i(additional certificates, awards)

Jagna Szulc-Kamińska

Midwife, Expert in issuing opinions on utility products at the Institute of Mother and Child

The documentation provided by the manufacturer confirms the safety of the product's raw materials.

Stage II - Expert sensory evaluation

The subject of expert sensory evaluation were the product properties of utility and functional character influencing the user's developmental safety and suitability in everyday use.

Read more

The assessment was carried out on product samples by a team of field specialists, based on the knowledge and experience possessed by experts, current research results, guidelines of field consultants and recommendations of scientific societies as well as applicable legal provisions and subject regulations.

The product was assessed in the following categories

  • Appearance iaesthetics, visual attractiveness of the product, colors, shape
  • Product design and dimensionsiconstruction, hazardous elements, method of connecting elements, additional elements, product size and weight, adjusting the dimensions of the product to the functional values ​​declared by the manufacturer and the group of recipients
  • Production qualityicareful sewing, finishing, quality
  • Sensory perceptionihaptic impressions
  • Security igeneral, health, development (adapting the product to the age group declared by the manufacturer due to functional features (functions) and method of operation/use)
  • Hygiene imanner and ease of keeping clean
  • Functionality and comfort of useipurpose, suitability of the product in everyday use, implementation of the functions declared by the manufacturer, age category, ease of use, operation, assembly, transport
  • Instructions for useirange, affordability
  • Package imarking, raw material, execution, environmental friendliness, recycling
  • Overall assessmentiexpert assessment against the market category

Jagna Szulc-Kamińska

Midwife, Expert in issuing opinions on utility products at the Institute of Mother and Child

A blanket is an irreplaceable element of a layette for babies, providing them with warmth and comfort from the first days of life. Although it initially plays a protective role, it also accompanies the child in the later stages of its development, becoming a favorite cuddly toy or a play tool. It is important to wash blankets regularly to ensure hygiene and freshness for your baby during everyday use.

Stage III - Application testing

The purpose of the third stage of product evaluation was the confirmation of the safety of use and the assessment of the product properties declared by the manufacturer during operational tests.

Read more

The product for use at home was received by 20 people from the Institute's research panel, mainly medical and scientific staff and the Institute's administration, who are parents or guardians of infants and children qualified for the study in accordance with the results of the expert assessment and the study criteria. As the study deadline expired, users completed an electronic survey about the product's features, assigning ratings on a scale from 1 to 5 in six categories. The survey was complemented by in-depth interviews, expanding opinions about the product, conducted with five randomly selected users.

The product was assessed in the following categories

  • Design and aestheticsishape, design, size, size, colors
  • Functionality and comfort of useiapplication, product suitability, implementation of the functions declared by the manufacturer, sensory perception, user-friendliness of the materials used, ease of use, easy to keep clean, store
  • Quality and durabilityistandard of workmanship and finish, wear during use and cleaning
  • Safety of use and hygiene
  • Packaging and instructions for useithe appearance of the packaging, including shape and colors, packaging, accessibility of instructions for use
  • Attitude towards the product / brand and the level of satisfaction with useisubjective user assessment of product recommendation and product quality / price ratio
  • 100%of respondents found the product very good (75%) and good (25%)
  • 100% respondents believe that the product does its job very well (88%) and well (12%)
  • 100%respondents rate the quality of the product very well (88%) and well (12%).
  • 100%respondents rated the product's durability as very good

Comments from testers

Kacper, dad of Kacper junior (2 years old)

The material is very pleasant to the touch, nice colors. I did not notice any damage during use or washing. Advantages only.

Magda, mother of Ewelina (7 months)

Very nice fluffy material. The size of the blanket is perfect.

Wioletta, mother of Gabriela (6 years 2 months)

A soft, warm blanket. Functional. When folded, it takes up little space.

Marta, Julia's mother (3 years 10 months)

Very useful for daily naps, even taken to kindergarten. Pleasant and very durable despite intensive use.

Where to buy

Ladybug