Designed and developed by The Art Therapist under our Oke Dokie brand, our weighted turtle was created for neurodivergent children who need something steady to hold onto - a soft, grounding “hug” that helps ease anxious worries, support emotional regulation, and bring comfort during overwhelm, transitions, and bedtime.
His 3.3kg weight is thoughtfully distributed through his arms and belly, giving kids that deep‑pressure, full‑body snuggle they instinctively seek. His soft ribbed belly offers gentle tactile input, his knitted upper body brings cosy snuggles, and his interchangeable plush textured shell is designed with sensory seekers in mind (with more shells coming soon).
He’s intentionally sized to match the average child’s torso, making him the perfect companion for laps, car rides, classrooms, and sleep. He’s more than a soft toy - he’s a steady presence to hold, a familiar weight that helps little bodies feel anchored when the world feels too big.
His calming colours and textures were chosen with care, so he feels at home in any space - a beautiful, comforting addition to bedrooms, therapy rooms, classrooms, and family living areas. He’s designed to soothe the senses, not overstimulate them, blending warmth, function, and gentle aesthetics in a way that supports both children and the adults who care for them.
Weight: 3.3kg
Size: 60cm long x 39cm wide x 25cm deep
Materials: Mixture of corduroy, knit fabric, long plush, cotton fill, and weighted beads.
FOR CHILDREN 3 YEARS AND OLDER
NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER 36 MONTHS OLD DUE TO SMALL PARTS, WEIGHT, AND CHOKING HAZARDS.
Weighted Turtle
Designed and developed by The Art Therapist as a Registered Clinical Art Therapist, this weighted turtle is grounded in what we know about sensory regulation and child development. Weighted companions provide calming deep‑pressure input - the kind of steady proprioceptive feedback that helps many neurodivergent children feel more settled in their bodies and more organised in their emotions. This familiar, grounding weight can ease anxious feelings, support smoother transitions, and offer comfort during moments of overwhelm. Created with therapeutic intention, gentle aesthetics, and sensory‑aware design, this turtle is a beautiful, supportive companion for children who need something steady to hold onto as they navigate their world.
