Meet Riley, one of our heavier weighted toys here at The Sensory Studio.
Soft, cuddly, and comforting, weighted toys provide gentle deep pressure input that many children and adults find calming and reassuring.
- Name: Riley the Golden Retriever
- Weight: 3.8kg Approx
- Dimensions: 62 x 26 x 35cm
Weighted toys are often recommended by Occupational Therapists as part of a sensory support plan to help promote a sense of calm and wellbeing. The gentle weight can provide comforting sensory feedback, helping some individuals feel more grounded, secure, and regulated during times of stress, overwhelm, or heightened emotions.
Many families use weighted toys to support:
- Relaxation and emotional regulation
- Improved focus and concentration during homework, reading, or quiet activities
- Calming sensory input during periods of anxiety or restlessness
- Transitions between activities, school, and home routines
- Bedtime and winding down before sleep
- Comfort during travel, appointments, or unfamiliar environments
Riley can be a reassuring companion during quiet time, while watching television, reading a book, travelling in the car, or simply relaxing at home. The comforting weight may help encourage body awareness and provide soothing proprioceptive input, making it a popular sensory tool for children who seek additional sensory feedback.
Important Safety Information:
Not Suitable for children under 5 years. Always consult by a health professional prior to using weighted products
Weighted toys are filled with poly pellets and should always be used under adult supervision. Regularly inspect the toy for signs of wear and tear to ensure it remains safe to use.
They are designed for gentle comfort and are not intended for rough play, throwing, pulling, or carrying by the ears, legs, or other appendages, as this may cause damage to the toy.