Abstract: The invention provides a headrest assembly for supporting the head of a child comprising a cradle mounted in a support base. The cradle may be pivotally mounted within the support base with spring loaded joints. The cradle has a first contoured section for receiving the neck of the child, and a second curved section with curved sidewalls extending therefrom and for receiving the head of the child. The assembly may also comprise a shoulder and upper back support assembly which is comprised of a soft compressible material which is contoured and shaped to provide comfort and upper back support to a child.