Babette Gray is the founder of SunCloud® and Pelvic Pain Solutions, brands shaped by lived experience and years of hands-on design. Her work has been referenced across pelvic health communities, endometriosis advocacy groups, and travel publications, including the Interstitial Cystitis Network, Beyond Basics Physical Therapy, and the Endometriosis Research Center.
Today, SunCloud® seat cushions are trusted by travelers, clinicians, airline crews, court professionals, 911 dispatchers, delivery drivers, people in the entertainment industry, and yes, even rodeo clowns—along with individuals quietly managing chronic sitting pain.
Q: Thank you for being here! Before we dive in, I have to say—I sat on one of your cushions and instantly understood why so many people rave about them. What makes SunCloud® cushions stand apart?
A: Thank you. I’m truly glad to be here. SunCloud® cushions are deeply personal to me because they grew directly from my own experience living with chronic pain. Every decision behind them is intentional, from materials to shape to sizing.
At the end of the day, my goal is simple. I want to make sitting easier, whether someone is traveling, working long hours, or just trying to get through their day with a little more comfort.
Q: What quote best reflects your journey and SunCloud’s mission?
Turning pain into purpose.
That phrase captures why I started SunCloud®. When sitting becomes uncomfortable, it affects every part of your life. What began as a personal search for relief slowly became something much bigger.
Q: Can you tell us about the journey that led you to create SunCloud® seat cushions?
A: It began when I was five years old. A playground accident caused a pelvic fracture that led to chronic daily pain. Sitting was never simple after that, and as I got older, I realized the solutions I needed just didn’t exist. Eventually, I created what I couldn’t find.
Q: How did your personal experience influence the way you design your cushions?
A: Living with pain teaches you details most people never notice. Pressure points, angles, duration, posture—it all matters. I design each cushion with real bodies and real life in mind, not just ideal scenarios.
Q: SunCloud® cushions are often mentioned in clinical and travel settings. What makes them trusted in those environments?
A: Our materials are FAA-approved and designed for extended sitting, which is important for travelers and professionals who sit for long periods. Beyond certifications, trust comes from consistent real-world feedback.
Q: Can people use a SunCloud® cushion in everyday settings without drawing attention?
A: Absolutely. Discretion matters. Our cushions are designed to blend naturally into offices, airplanes, cars, and home seating.
Q: What’s next for SunCloud®?
A: We’re continuing to expand thoughtfully—working with VA hospitals through our BattleButt® program and developing new materials and options that allow people to customize comfort to their needs.
Q: Any final thoughts you’d like to share?
A: Everyone deserves to sit without pain. If something we’ve created helps someone feel more supported in their day-to-day life, that means everything to me.