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As a pediatric neurosurgeon and mother of four, making life better for kids has always been my passion. During my residency, I spent countless nights in the operating room caring for trauma patients and emergencies. One exhausting night, I leaned against a gel pad designed to prevent pressure injuries and was amazed by its comfort.
That moment sparked an idea. As a new mom, I realized my baby’s car seat was hard and minimally padded. I wondered why infants and toddlers couldn’t experience the same comfort I had felt in the OR.
Using advanced viscoelastic polymer technology, I created an early prototype in the 1990s. Life, work, and raising children delayed the journey—but the vision never faded.
Today, alongside my sister Margaret, we proudly bring that vision to life through Cushie Tushie—designed to keep babies, toddlers, and even adults comfortable wherever they sit.
Dr. Monica Wehby
Pediatric Neurosurgeon, MD, FAANS, FACS
Dr. Monica Wehby is a board-certified pediatric neurosurgeon and mother of four whose passion has always been improving the lives of children. During her demanding neurosurgery residency, she discovered the remarkable comfort of viscoelastic polymer gel pads used in operating rooms to protect patients during long procedures.
As a new mom, she noticed that infant and toddler car seats were made of hard plastic with minimal cushioning. Inspired by the comfort of surgical gel pads, she envisioned a solution that could keep babies and toddlers comfortable on long car rides — without compromising car seat safety.
Dr. Wehby created her first prototype in the 1990s, combining medical insight with a mother’s understanding of comfort. Years later, she partnered with her sister Margaret to bring that vision to life, expanding the concept into a product line designed for both children and adults.
Today, Cushie Tushie reflects Dr. Wehby’s commitment to comfort, safety, and thoughtful design — helping families sit more comfortably wherever life takes them.
A Message From
Dr. Monica Wehby
As a pediatric neurosurgeon and mother of four, I’ve spent my life focused on one thing — protecting children. Cushie Tushie was created from both medical insight and a mother’s instinct. Every detail is designed with comfort, safety, and care in mind.
