Ollie the Octopus (1.5 kg): Weighted, Hot/Cold Therapy & Mindfulness 🐙🌊
Meet Ollie, your child’s new eight-legged best friend! Backed by evidence-based research, Ollie the Weighted Octopus is a beautifully designed sensory companion that utilizes Deep Pressure Touch Stimulation (DPTS) to provide comforting proprioceptive feedback to the body.
Simulating the feeling of a firm hug, Ollie's gentle 1.5 kg weight helps motivate the release of serotonin and dopamine in the brain, aiding children in regulating their emotions when feeling overwhelmed or preparing for sleep. Ollie and his four senses friends also guide your child with mindful tools, showing them why their five senses matter and helping them learn to self-soothe!
Why Choose Ollie the Octopus?
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✔ Deep Pressure Calming – Perfectly weighted at 1.5 kg to promote calmness, help regulate emotions, and soothe feelings of panic by providing grounding proprioceptive input.
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✔ Mindfulness & Self-Regulation – Designed to help teach children about their five senses, encouraging active mindfulness and independent self-soothing techniques.
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✔ Heat Therapy – Warm Ollie up to stay cozy on cold nights, soothe muscle tension, and provide deep, comforting relief.
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✔ Cold Therapy & Aromatherapy – Cool Ollie down to provide relief on hot nights, soothe bumps and bruises, and enjoy his relaxing lavender scent.
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✔ Natural & Safe Filling – Filled with "medical stone" (a natural silicate mineral) rather than wheat, making Ollie perfectly safe and avoiding that stale "burnt toast" smell over time!
Warming & Cooling Instructions:
To Heat (Microwave Only):
Carefully check the temperature before giving Ollie to a child.
To Cool (Freezer/Fridge):
Product Specifications & Care:
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Weight: 1.5 kg
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Dimensions: 18 x 22 x 31 cm
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Exterior: 100% Super-soft Polyester
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Filling: 100% Soft PP Cotton and Medical Stones.
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Recommended Age: 3 years +
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Care Instructions: Spot clean only. Do not machine wash or submerge in water. > ⚠️ Gentle Care Note: While Ollie is incredibly soft and cuddly, he is a therapeutic tool that requires gentle care. To ensure his longevity, he should not be subjected to rough play, throwing, or dropping.
NDIS Information
As a multi-sensory therapeutic tool, Ollie is frequently claimed under Core Consumables or Low-Cost Assistive Technology to assist with proprioceptive input, emotional regulation, and sleep support.
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Support Category: Core – Consumables (03)
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NDIS Support Item Reference: 03_040000919_0103_1_1
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Goal Alignment: Supports emotional regulation, sensory modulation, sleep routines, and physical grounding.
