These May 2020 life stages trends range from social distancing simulators to parent-supporting platforms.
Standouts include Minecraft's unique pandemic simulator map that was launched in collaboration with creative agency AKQA. The map is titled the Blockdown Simulator and shows players how social distancing measures can protect them from fictional zombie villagers.
Healthynest is another notable examples and is a helpful resource for new expecting and new parents. The platform is specifically centered around supporting baby development during early years and offers coaching and expert advice on pediatrics, neurology and care-giving in real time. The platform is especially helpful to new parents during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic as many are unable to make regular doctor visits due to social distancing safety measures.
Top 65 Life Stages Trends in May
From Social Distancing Simulators to Parent-Supporting Platforms:
Jana Pijak — Jun 3, 2020 — Life-Stages
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3D-Printed Stacking Chess Sets
The Crownes Chess Set Saves Space and Offers a Fun Play Experience
64
Honorary Cinematic Board Games
This Jumanji Board Game Delivers an Authentic Player Experience
63
Hybrid Digital Pet Toys
The Melbits 'POD' Provides Kids with a Virtual Pet and a Real Toy
62
Quarantine-Themed Colouring Books
'Q is for Quarantine' is Created by Brian Siedband & Gordy Sang
61
Self-Driving Target Practice Robot
The 'MaeGo' Shooting Game Robot Has LiDAR Technology and More
60
Furniture Activity Catalogs
IKEA Created a Stay-Home Catalog to Offer Family Entertainment
59
Printable Coloring Books
The Adobe Coloring Book Gets New Chapters Weekly
58
VR-Based Co-Watching Platforms
Bigscreen TV & Bigscreen Cinema Brings People Together in VR
57
Addictively Fun Outdoor Games
Rollors is a Family-Friendly lawn Game Perfect for Social Distancing
56
Nostalgic Family-Friendly Card Games
UNO Retro Edition Has a Classic Design for Players to Enjoy
55
Youngster Growth-Tracking Devices
The 'Kiko' Height Measurer Uses Laser Technology to Track Growth
54
Digital Hangout Platforms
Kosmi's Platform is an All-in-One Digital Socializing Experience
53
Hand Washing Training Devices
The Otetepon Push Stamp Helps Children Learn to Properly Wash Up
52
Sustainable Children's Toys
MGA's New Little Tikes Go Green Line are Made from Recycled Plasitc
51
Minimalist Monochromatic Puzzles
Bgraamiens Puzzle - The Lines is Difficult Yet Entertaining
50
Wooden Animal-Inspired Homeware
Dayles Ford's Wooden Serving Plates are Inspired by Forest Widlife
49
Face-to-Face Social Media Networks
The HouseParty App Boasts Calls, Texts, Games, & Screen-Sharing
48
Custom Record-Engraving Machines
Yuri Suzuki Collaborated with Gakken on the Easy Record Maker
47
Futuristic Birthing Chairs
Ultima Thule is Designed to Make a Sanctuary-Like Experience for Labor
46
Multifunctional Familial Robots
The 'Misa' Family Robot Works for Play, Communication and More
45
Engineering Challenge Cards
Dyson Created 44 Activities for Kids to Try at Home
44
Cake-Making Coding Games
Code a Cake Teaches Coding to Kids By Comparing It to Baking
43
Cubic Animal Toys
MōFU Transforming Toys Fold Into Compact Cubes and "Rest"
42
Restricted Visuals Puzzle Toys
The INSIDE3 Labyrinth Cube Puzzle Toy is Perplexing
41
Social Distancing Simulators
Minecraft Created an Interactive Pandemic Simulator Map to Teach Kids
40
Romantic Couple Party Games
The Artiga Date Night Box Includes Three Games in One
39
Seat-Integrated Stairwell Handrails
The 'Rest For A While' Staircase Offers a Place to Sit
38
AI Edutainment Systems
AILA Sit & Play Supports Cognitive Development & Skill-Building
37
At-Home Education Kits
Eduk8 Worldwide’s Letterbox Home Learning Range Supports Kids at Home
36
Cinematic Automotive Toy Kits
The LEGO Technic Dom’s Dodge Charger Has a Detailed Design
35
Comforting Plush Toy Headphones
The 'HugPhones' Help Kids Feel Safer in New Environments
34
Baby Development-Tracking Apps
The 'Marble' App Streamlines the New Parent Experience
33
Virtual Day Camp Activities
Dairy Queen's New Play at Home Website Features Activities for Kids
32
Computing-Inspired Building Block Kits
The LEGO 3Dfx Voodoo Has a Retro 90s Component Design
31
Suspenseful Family-Friendly Balance Games
The 'YEHUA!' Balance Game is for Players Four and Up
30
Plastic-Free Cookie Packaging
Snackzilla's Cookies are Shared in Recyclable & Compostable Paper
29
Charm-Inspired Stackable Crayons
OOLY's Charm to Charm Stacking Crayons Double as a Building Toy
28
Mother-Daughter Athleticwear
Fabletics Created Its First Mother-Daughter Clothing Capsule
27
Pen Pal Campaigns
L.O.L. Surprise! is Helping Kids Connect While Social Distancing
26
Patience-Testing Jigsaw Puzzles
Beverly's Pure Hell Puzzle is Billed as the World's Smallest
25
Take-Out Family Meals
QDOBA Makes a Family Meal and a Number of Discounts Available in the US
24
Kid-Friendly Educational Videos
Pebbles Cereal Created the Daily Yabba Dabba Doo Video Series
23
Building Block Coding Toys
Cody Block is a Screen-Free Coding Toy for Children
22
Kid-Friendly Quarantine Content
Sesame Street's Caring for Each Other Initiative Helps Kids Learn
21
Intergalactic Franchise Robot Toys
The LEGO Star Wars D-O Droid Building Set Has Authentic Details
20
Content Co-Watching Features
The Instagram Co-Watching Feature Allows Friends to Browse Together
19
Automotive Engine Model Kits
The Porsche Carrera-Rennmotor Engine Scale Model Kit is Functional
18
Marshmallow-Inspired Pancake Kits
The PEEPS Pancake Mix and Skillet Set Makes Six Shapely Pancakes
17
Virtual Motherhood Communities
Motherhood Maternity is Virtually Bringing Moms-to-Be Together
16
Kid-Friendly Meal Shakes
Meal2Grow is a Plant-Based Meal Supplement for Kids
15
Absorbent Diaper Pads
Sposie Booster Pads Increase the Absorbency of Diapers & Training Pants
14
Communal Media-Streaming Services
Metastream Allows Users to Watch or Listen to Content Together
13
Digital Parenting Publications
Munchkin Fun at Home Boasts Various Fun and Learning Activities
12
First-Generation MP3 Player Toys
The 'iBoy' Retro Toy Figure Encourages Interaction
11
Real-Time Video-Sharing Apps
Kast Uses Screen Capture, Voice, Text, and Video Chat Technology
10
Geode Bath Bomb Kits
Canal Toys' Make-Your-Own Bath Bomb Kit Creates Crystal-Inspired Designs
9
Guessing Sculpting Games
Ready, Steady, Sculpt! is a Fast-Paced Game of Charades with Clay
8
Supportive Parenting Platforms
Healthynest Democratizes Families' Access to Experts & Resources
7
Strategic Space Exploration Games
'The Crew' Cooperative Space Adventure Card Game is Interactive
6
Self-Care Live Chat Series
Netflix and Instagram Partner for the 'Wanna Talk About It?' Series
5
Kid-Friendly Social Distancing Tips
Cartoon Network Launched the CNCheckIn Initiative for COVID-19
4
Bright Cartoon-Themed Socks
The Happy Socks x Spongebob Collection Also Includes Swimwear
3
Humorous Squirrelly Card Games
The 'Don't Touch My Nuts!' Card Game is Humorously Challenging
2
Revised Family-Friendly Card Games
The Cards Against Humanity Family Edition is Free to Download
1
Awareness-Raising Interactive Short Film
Royston Tan Directed an Educational Film About Drug Use
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Emotionally Rewarding Multiplayer Games
Toca Boca Days Helps Tweens Find a Sense of Belonging
Gen Z IRL Campaigns
Hinge's Phonebook Encourages Gen Z to Connect IRL for Global Day of Unplugging
Maternity Clothing Pop-Ups
Bumpsuit Created a Pop-Up Pod for Its First Physical Retail Presence
Emerging Technology Publications
New Society Has Launched Its Inaugural Book About Technology
AI-Fuelled Caregiving Apps
Nanni AI is an App that Helps Parents Understand their Babies
Playful Entrepreneurial Metaverses
e.l.f. UP! on Roblox Helps Gen Z & Gen Alpha Build Skills
Sustainable Sensorial Play Pads
The Stokke PlayPad by Marius Kindler Adapts to Growing Children
Wellness-Focused Digital Platforms
Care/of Recently Launched the Routines & Reflections Platform
Co-Browsing Shopping Platforms
buywith's Next Gen Co-Browsing Patent Helps Customers Shop Together
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Gen Z Crafting Events
Red Heart Hosted an Exclusive "Crafternoon" in NYC
Sensory Immersion Tools
Lifelines Activate the Body's Natural Stress Relivers
Connected Gamer Campaigns
Heineken's Just Another Night Out Shatters Anti-Social Stereotypes
Maternal Mortality-Reducing Kits
Leadoff Studio & Spora Health Design the Momma's Kit
Lifestyle Activity Tracking Apps
The 'Timeline It' App Tracks Virtually Any Activity or Event
Gen Z-Centered Health Apps
RTRO Lauches with ChatGPT with a Focus on Mental Health
Modern Parenting Solutions
KeaBabies is Sustainable Solutions for Modern Parenting Challenges
Elderly VR Fitness Platforms
RendeverFit Merges Physical and Cognitive Fitness for the Elderly
AI-Powered Maternity Support Apps
The 'Soula' App Supports Moms-to-Be with Proactive Information
Gamified Home Chore Apps
Developers Showcased a Gamified Home Chore App at Meta's Hackathon 2023
Women's Health Platforms
Frida Uncensored Equips Parents with the Education Needed for Motherhood
Digital Wellness Inniaitives
Pinterest Focuses on the Digital Well-being of Gen Z
Travel-Focused Marketing Guides
TikTok Debuts a Playbook for Travel Marketers to Foster Engagement
Inclusive Social VR Programs
Meta Invested in a Social VR Research Team Alongside Universities
Children-Friendly Content Platforms
YouTube Kids is Officially Launching onto Game Consoles
Inclusive Digital Platform Experiences
Google Launches More Inclusive Assistance to its Platforms
AI Self-Improvement Apps
LeapLife Uses Journaling and Other Features to Reduce Stress
Healthy Lifestyle VR Headsets
The Conceptual 'Portalverse' VR Headset Makes Fitness More Fun
Retailer Health Goal Apps
'Sincerely Health' from Albertsons Companies is Feature-Rich
Phygital Fashion Platforms
Macy's and Journee Debut the mstylelab Platform for Users
QSR Gen Z Campaigns
Chipotle Targets Gen Z with Wellness Snapchat Lens and Menu Items
Tween-Approved Metaverse Worlds
Happy Nation Launches its Roblox Metaverse for Gen Alpha Consumers
Data-Driven Health Management Platforms
The 'Iterate Health' Platform Provides Actionable Insights
Life-Logging Digital Journals
The Apple Journal Life Tracker Was Unveiled at WWDC 2023
AI-Powered DIY Home Apps
Praxis Introduces New Features to Its Praxis Plus App
Competitive Live Games
April-8 Live Game Let's Players Challenge Friends Across The Globe
Experiential Shopping Platforms
sune Shares a Fun and Engaging Way for Gen Z to Shop
Hyper-Personalized Wellness Apps
28 Seeks to Empower Women on Their Wellness Journey
Child-Focused Gut Health Start-Ups
Alba Health is Helping Parents Raise a Healthier Generation
Cozy Meditative Digital Games
The Simpler Times Game Creates a Peaceful Ambiance for Players
Immersive EdTech Platforms
Discovery Education's Sandbox AR Platform Surpassed 1 Million Downloads
Digital Health Evaluation Tools
Mayo Clinic Unveils the Solutions Studio for Workflow Integration
Remote Caregiver Kits
The Essential Care Kit Assists Caregivers with Next-Gen Technology
Life Simulation Metaverses
Electronic Arts Announced The Sims 5 Under the Name 'Project Rene'
Immersive Memory Loss Simulators
Lost in the World Brings Alzheimer's Awareness to Gen Z Gamers
Peer-Connected Support Platforms
'Togetherall' Offers a Safe Online Community for Mutual Support
Product Maker Launch Platforms
MicroLaunch Offers a Streamlined Avenue for Feedback
Women's Life Stage Supplements
her life STAGES Offer Support from Menstruation to Postmenopause
Preschool Gaming Subscriptions
The Piknik App Subscription Service Shares Games for Preschoolers
Young Professional Community Apps
Yuppie Helps Gen Z and Millennials Connect with One Another
Perimenopause Support Apps
'Balance' is a Community-Driven Menopause Support Service
Mental Health Platforms
'Maro' Provides Teachers with Plans and Resources to Address Mental Health
Metaverse Dating Platforms
RDC 2023 Shared a Vision for the Future of Dating and Roblox
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Cybersecurity Education Platforms
Cyberplace Helps People Understand the New Tech Landscape
Gen Z Sports Apps
Stadium Live is Aiming to Entice Gen Z Consumers with Immersive Experiences
Connection-Focused Health Apps
'Circles' Safely Connects People Struggling with Mental Health
Quickly Accessible Health Information
YouTube's Announced First Aid Information Shelves
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
TikTok-Inspired Music Features
Spotify Showcased a Redesigned Homepage for its Mobile App
Social Content Creator Platforms
The 'Marble' Social Media Manager Platform Offers Insights
Video Game-Like Chat Platforms
'PFPChat' Gives Online Meetings a More Creative Spin
Gen Z Budgeting Platforms
Buddy and Klarna Teamed Up to Support Gen Z Financial Health
Immersive Climate Crisis Games
DOMINO: The Little One Brings Awareness to Climate Change
Inclusive Productivity Apps
The 'Deepwrk' Body Doubling Platform is for Adults with ADHD
Loneliness-Combating Social Campaigns
Hinge Launches the New One More Hour Campaign and Fund
AI-Powered Parenting Chatbots
ParentGPT Provides Answers to Parenting Questions
Gaming Ads-Inspired Video Games
D3 Publisher and Monkeycraft Present the Ironic Those Games
Healthy Relationship-Focused Apps
The Official App Helps One Maintain Healthy Romantic Relations
QR-Equipped Fashion Collections
Nobody's Child Introduces QR Codes for its New Product Line
Private Social Photo Apps
The 'Retro' App Focuses on Mindful Sharing with Select Others
AR Apartment Platforms
3D Apartment Lets Home Hunters Virtually View Their Furniture in a New Home
Empathy-Building Anxiety Simulators
This Tool Let's You Practice Talking to Someone with Anxiety
Casual Mini Games
This Online Hub Allows for Players to Easily Learn Engaging Games
Parenthood-Focused Dating Apps
Procreate Match is a Dating App for Those Looking to Start Families
Virtual Game Tourism Campaigns
Cape Town Launches a Virtual Game for a New Tourism Campaign
Cycle-Syncing Wellness Apps
28 Provides Insights & Guidance for the Four Menstrual Phases
Special Needs Parenting Platforms
Rare Parenting is Supportive and Educational
AI Avatar Fashion Studios
Stage Made the First AI-Powered Fashion Designer in the Metaverse
Escapist Virtual Homes
Ronald Mcdonald House on Roblox Connects Connect Sick Kids with Friends
Active Entertainment Systems
Nex Playground Gets People Moving at Home
Positivity-Focused Social Medias
SLAY is a Social Media App with Gamified Positive Experiences
Experiential Gift Registries
Nabu is a Gift Registry Platform to Give Kids Memorable Experiences
Visualized Coworker Task Platforms
The 'Teamroll' Platform Keeps Team Members Informed
Personalized Bed Time Reading
BlissFable Lets Kids Be the Protagonists of Their Own Stories
Stone-Like Supportive Toys
Play Maker Stapelstein Expands to the American Market
Family Game-Sharing Platforms
Valve is Introducing 'Steam Families' to Replace 'Family Sharing'
COVID-Monitoring Health Apps
Visible Launches an Activity-Tracking Platform to Track Long COVID-19
Inclusive Children's Apps
Pok Pok Offers Culturally-Specific Content for Global Audiences
Parental Social App Controls
Meta Debuts a Series of New Features Across its Social Media Apps
AI Maternity Photoshoot Apps
Maternity Photoshoot Saves Mothers Time and Money
Pro-Community Social Media Apps
Take Creates Real Life Interactions Through a Social Network
Parent-Child Connection Platforms
ParentSider Helps Parents Get More Quality Time with Their Kids
Adult Board Game Campaigns
Hasbro and Ageless Innovation Rebrand Childhood Games for Adults
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Platform-Enabled Baby Registries
Etsy Launches a New Baby Registry Feature for Parents
Adult Home Creation Games
Hometopia, the "Roblox for Adults" is Slated to Launch This Year
Parental Social Controls
Snapchat Debuts New Parental Controls for Parents Monitoring Their Kids
Young-Adult Metaverses
Roblox Announced a New Section on its Platform for Age 17+ Content
AI-Backed Telehealth Platforms
'Summer Health' Unveiled a Set of AI Features to Improve Services
Family-Focused Disinfectant Lines
SC Johnson Launches New FamilyGuard Brand Disinfectant Line
Healthy Dating Guides
Tinder Partners with No More to Produce Healthy Dating Guides for Users
Comforting Mental Health Apps
Lunai Allows Users to Share Their Thoughts in Private
Senior-Focused Exergames
Ludica Health's 'LudoFit' Helps Adults Maintain Strength and Balance
Esports Wellness Platforms
Ninja Labs and Vivior Launch the 4SIGHT Wellness Platform
Self Care Planners
The 2024 Self Care Planner Helps People Prioritize Self Care
Virtual Table Top Games
TinyTable Combines the Joy of Table Top Games with Virtual Video Calls
Motherhood Community Support Apps
The 'Mamahood' App Offers Professional Care and More
Localized Networking Platforms
Presence Connects Users with Like-Minded Individuals Nearby
Conceptual Gamified Sleep Apps
'Sleep Quest' is an Early-Stage Gamified Sleep App for iOS
Child President Campaigns
The Tech Interactive Launches "President for a Day" Contest with Zigazoo
Smart Life-Planning Apps
Last Plannr is More Than a Traditional To-Do List
Cheeky Parenting Prostration Books
'Horizontal Parenting' Offers Funny Yet Effective Activities
Pregnancy Wellness Plans
MyFitnessPal's Eating for Pregnancy Plan Supports Expectant Moms
Compassionate Online Servers
ExperienceCraft Provides a Space of Comfort for Kids who are Grieving
Short-Form Gaming Video Apps
'FreshCut' is TikTok for Video Games and Gaming News
Parental Gift Generators
The Parent Present Gift Generator Supports Gen Z & Millennial Shoppers
Tycoon-Style Beauty Games
e.l.f. Cosmetics Launches a Digital Tycoon World on Roblox
Streamed Mobile Game Launches
The Immortality Game is Free for Netflix Subscribers
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Mental Health Community Engagement
OOt Social Health Recently Launched Its Application
Digital Comical Independent Games
The Baby Steps Game is Looking at a Summer 2024 Launch
Preemie Diaper Platforms
Pampers Launched an Online Ordering Platform for World Prematurity Day
Child Verification Mechanisms
ERSB Debuts a New System for Parental Consent in Video Gaming
Virtual Game Customization Hubs
EA and Overwolf to Launch a New Hub to The Sims Creator Mods
Networking Platform In-App Games
LinkedIn is Working on Integrating Games to its Platform
Work Platform Game Features
Microsoft Teams Unveils Games for Work Feature for Positive Morale
Digital Age-Diverse Platforms
Growing with Age is a Platform for Sustaining Age-Diverse Workforces
Cozy Maternity Apparel
Carter's Launches its 'Little Planet Mother Collection' for New Parents
Streaming Service-Backed Games
YouTube Is Testing Its Online Games Category Called 'Playables'
Science-Based Gaming Platforms
Skillprint Launched a New First-of-Its-Kind Gaming Pairing Platform
Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms
'FoodieTrip' Connects Hungry Travelers to Experienced Guides
Categorized Podcast Genres
Apple's Podcasts App Launches a New Organized Update Feature
AI-Powered Safety Training
UpSkill Teaches Children Safety with Scenario Based Training and AI
Life-Simulating RPGs
Level 5 Studios Announced a Sequal to 2014's Fantasy Life at Nintendo Direct
Practical Grief Support Platforms
The 'Griefity' Online Grief Support App is Free to Join
Online Poker Engagement Features
Stretch Network Confirms the Launch of Three New Features
Social-Platform Live Sport Features
Threads is Rolling Out Live Sports Scores with the NBA
Narrative Alien Simulations
Beyond Earth: Life Simulation is a Choose Your Own Adventure
Virtual Infant Care Platforms
Wheel Teams Up with Owlet on a New Virtual Care Offering