# Sensory Calming Weighted Plush Dolls Bumpas Dolls Helps Calm Kids During Travel By Grace Mahas | Published 2023-05-19 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumpas-dolls References: [mybumpas](https://mybumpas.com/)  Traveling can often be a source of anxiety for children, particularly when leaving the comfort of their daily routines or flying for the first time. Addressing these concerns, Bumpas™ dolls offer a comforting hug and emotional support that can help alleviate these travel anxieties. Reminiscent of a [weighted blanket's soothing qualities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nodpod-body), Bumpas dolls are designed to accompany children on their journeys, providing a comforting presence throughout the trip. Weighing three pounds, these [oversized plush dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartfuls) are recommended for children aged three and above. The dolls' arms and legs are weighted, designed to stay in place when gently draped around a child's shoulders. The reassuring hug from a Bumpas doll offers a sense of love, security, emotional support, and sensory calming. It's a helpful aid for parents who are concerned about potential discomfort their child might experience during travel. Furthermore, the weighted arms also enable the doll to double up as a [travel pillow](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kid-cubes), offering a fun and comforting alternative to traditional u-shaped neck supports. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 16% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sensory Calming Weighted Plush Toys:** Opportunity to expand into other weighted plush toy designs, e.g. animal or character themes. - **Travel Anxiety Helpers:** Potential to create other products such as anti-anxiety bags or games for kids to help alleviate travel anxiety. - **Multipurpose Travel Items:** Idea of combining travel items to create innovative products such as a plush neck pillow that doubles as a doll. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toy Industry:** Using sensory weighted elements, toy companies can capitalize on niche markets that require special needs for children. - **Travel Industry:** Opportunity for airlines to provide calming travel items for families traveling with children, expanding their customer market. - **Retail Industry:** Combining products to create a unique multi-functional item has the potential to fuel sales and creativity for the retail industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Anxiety Soothing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugimals-antianxiety-plushie.md) - [Weighted Plush Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugarounds.md) - [Mental Health Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-calmness-crew.md) - [Weighted Stuffed Animals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugz.md) - [Warming Weighted Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-hugs.md) - [Comforting Pillow Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comforting-pillow.md) - [Emotional Exploration Plushes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-baggage-by-solobo-toys.md) - [Dense Cuddlable Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepy-blobfish-plushie.md) - [Emotional Support Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emotional-support-plushies.md)