Reduced stress and anxiety!  The act of holding or cuddling a stuffed animal or plush toy can stimulate the release of oxytocin, the "feel-good" hormone that promotes a sense of calm and well-being. In moments of distress, a stuffed animal can be an emotional comfort!

Brave The ESSA

Emotional Support Stuffed Animals can help children feel calm and safe. Have you ever seen a child carrying their favourite teddy around? Maybe when they cry they seek comfort from their favourite teddy?

For some children with autism, human physical touch doesn't bring them comfort. But they still seek the same thing. To feel safe and calm. For some children this is through their ESSA.

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Oxygen Baby Books

"The oximeter beeps all through the night, the doctor said you need some help, so you can learn to breathe just right."

Having a baby with medical complications can be a very isolating experience. My books are written to bring awareness to why a baby might be wearing oxygen-tubes, but also to help the families of medical babies feel seen and understood.

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