Bumpas - Shin Shin 35cm Weighted Plush

Shin Shin loves to be different, and she is here to show children that being unique is something to celebrate. Her silly, quirky laugh is infectious and she wants you to know it's okay to stand out in a crowd. No matter how different you may think you are, you are always wholeheartedly loved for exactly who you are. Sometimes Shin Shin gets lost in her imagination, but she never forgets to have fun and dream up creative things to do together - from building sandcastles to painting by numbers with your toes. When Shin Shin gazes into her best friend's eyes, her look melts with warmth: "You are beautifully unique and I love you in all your wonderful ways."  Designed with distributed weight, Shin Shin delivers deep pressure stimulation which can help promote a sense of security, reduce stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality and create a calming effect for children. Her weighted arms are perfectly sized to give realistic hugs and hold on to you - hands free - while her hands form a heart to display unconditional love. Eyes in the back of her head "keep watch"  and protect, offering an extra sense of comfort and reassurance. With a soft, soothing exterior and machine-washable design, Shin Shin is a practical, nurturing companion for home, classrooms and wellbeing spaces, supporting emotional regulation and self-acceptance in children 3 years and over.

Educational benefits:

• Supports emotional regulation through deep pressure input that can help children feel calmer, safer and more grounded.
• Encourages positive self-esteem and self-acceptance by modelling the message that it is wonderful to be different and unique.
• Promotes empathy and social-emotional learning as children role play, talk to Shin Shin and explore feelings through play.
• Provides a comforting focus object that can help reduce anxiety, support transitions and improve relaxation or sleep routines.

Classroom ideas:

• Place Shin Shin in a calm corner or wellbeing space where children can cuddle her during regulation breaks, quiet reading or rest time.
• Use Shin Shin during social-emotional lessons to spark conversations about diversity, uniqueness, kindness and positive self-talk.
• Make Shin Shin the "feelings helper"  in circle time, passing her around so each child can share something they like about themselves or a time they felt different.
• Incorporate Shin Shin into mindfulness, breathing or relaxation activities, inviting children to hold or hug her while practising calming strategies.

Safety & Information:

• 3+ years, always used under adult supervision.
• Approximately 35cm weighted plush with evenly distributed weight for deep pressure stimulation.
• Weighted arms for realistic, hands-free hugs; hands form a heart; eyes in the back of the head to "keep watch" ; soft, soothing exterior.
• Machine washable. Machine wash in cold water and dry flat. Inspect regularly for wear and tear and discontinue use if any damage or weakness appears.
• This weighted plush is designed as a comforting companion and support tool, not as a toy for rough play.