Inexpensive Bolsters

A variety of bolsters and mats can easily be made from items around the house. Large cans, oatmeal boxes, mailing tubes and other items in the shape you need to support the child can be taped together, wrapped with foam and/or toweling and made into bolsters that will hold a child in a desired position.

Materials:
Large cans or other items in desired shape
Foam from camping supply store
Towels or blanket remnants
Tape or thread

Directions:
Measure the child to determine the size of the bolster needed. Select base form such as a large can, oatmeal box, several mailing tubes taped together, etc. Wrap the form with 1-2” foam or with towels or blanket remnants (obtained from fabric stores remnant counter). Tape with cloth tape or stitch with thread.

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