Abstract: A method of forming a cushioning element. The method including placing a first sheet adjacent to an outer surface of a first mold portion, the first mold portion including a first mold cavity. The method including pressing a portion of the first sheet into the first mold portion and into the first mold cavity with a forming tool, wherein at least a portion of the forming tool is extended into the first mold cavity. The method including applying negative pressure to the first mold cavity to draw the portion of the first sheet into the first mold cavity, and joining a second sheet to the first sheet to form the cushioning element.

Abstract: An apparatus for restraining a child or adult in a chair, shopping cart, high chair, stroller, carriage, wheelchair, or the like, has a plurality of straps adapted to cross the body of the restrained person. A fastener is attached to the free end of each strap. Each fastener is attachable to members of the chair. Fasteners may be made adjustable, or a separate adjuster may be included on the strap. The apparatus may be made with three, four or five straps to restrain the waist, chest, head and legs of a seated person against movement away from a seatback more than a selected distance.