# Next-Gen Sleep Dolls Lulla Dolls are Comforting Sleep Aids for Babies and Pre-Schoolers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-03-13 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lulla-doll References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/lulla-doll-by-roro-introduces-new-doll-offerings-with-advanced-sound-and-sleep-technology-300811295.html) & [lulladoll](https://lulladoll.com/products/lulla-doll) This spring, a new and improved version of the Lulla doll is being introduced to [soothe young ones to sleep](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-napper). The original Lulla doll gained popularity for its ability to playback a real-life recording of the breathing and a heartbeat from a human caregiver. The next-gen version of this [sleep aid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunora) is being launched with an extended play range—up to 12 hours instead of the original eight—adjustable volume controls, higher sound quality and a durable design that's safe for machine washing. The doll, which was originally designed to comfort a premature baby in isolation, also includes straps, as it is not always advisable to leave loose items in a crib with a newborn. The comforting Lulla doll also boasts [scent-absorbing fabric](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartfuls) to share the scent of a loved one, and three new styles: Coral, Sky and Lilac. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Extended Play Sleep Dolls:** The next-gen Lulla doll has an extended play range of up to 12 hours, presenting an opportunity for companies to explore longer-lasting sleep aids for children. - **Adjustable Volume Sleep Aids:** The adjustable volume controls of the new Lulla doll present an opportunity for companies to create customizable, user-friendly sleep aids for children. - **Machine-washable Sleep Aids:** The durable design of the new Lulla doll that is safe for machine washing provides an opportunity for companies to develop equally practical sleep aids for children. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Baby Products:** The Lulla doll is a sleep aid product targeted at babies and preschoolers, suggesting an opportunity for baby product companies to explore innovative sleep aid solutions. - **Medical Devices:** The original Lulla doll was designed to comfort a premature baby in isolation, presenting an opportunity for medical device companies to create innovative, comforting solutions for hospitalized infants. - **Textiles:** The scent-absorbing fabric of the Lulla doll presents an opportunity for textile companies to develop innovative solutions to help children feel comforted and secure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soothing Portable Sound Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-sound-machine.md) - [Sensory Calming Weighted Plush Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bumpas-dolls.md) - [Soothing Speaker-Equipped Night Lights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lullaby-talk.md) - [Comforting Pillow Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comforting-pillow.md) - [Smart Baby Sound Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baby-sleep-aid.md) - [Sleep-Enhancing Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rest-2nd-gen.md) - [Oceanic Sleep Soothers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/angelcare-magical-dreams-bobby.md) - [Calming Baby Cushions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-cushion.md) - [Biofeedback Sleep Aid Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/somnox-1.md)