This month the patents attorneys at Dawsey Co LPA are dedicating some space on our Interesting Patents page to inventors who must have had the best intentions for their children’s well-being and emotional development when designing these baby-related patents. First, if you don’t believe in “helicopter parenting,” this Baby Patting Machine patent does all the hard work of patting your baby’s butt while you catch some sleep. Next, some people take their restless babies for a ride in the car to soothe them to sleep, so why not try strapping that crying child on your horse and going for a gallop? The Infant Bed for use on Horseback invention allows you to do just that. Finally, if you’re the type who’s mortified when your family shows your baby pictures, you may need therapy after mom proudly displays your childhood with this Infant Mannequin invention.