# Travel-Friendly Toddler Play Structures The 'MyYard' Play Yard Weighs Less Than Five Pounds By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-05-15 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-yard References: [thegadgetflow](https://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/lightweight-play-yard/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/myyardplayyard/myyard-play-yard?ref=3cwrjj&utm_source=GadgetFlow&utm_campaign=GadgetFlow) The 'MyYard' lightweight play yard is a versatile solution for parents with young children to use when looking for a way to maintain safety when traveling locally or longer distances. The unit weighs in at less than five pounds and can be stored in almost any suitcase or bag to allow for [easy portability when shifting between locations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stokke). The play pen is suited for offering children a [dedicated place to take a nap](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parry-cot) or play in their new location without the need for larger equipment. The 'MyYard' lightweight play yard is durably designed to ensure it can withstand the rough and tumble of everyday life, and is compact enough for [air travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-travel-buddy) to accommodate families heading out on trips to distant locations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Lightweight Play Yards:** Developing lightweight play yards with durable designs opens up opportunities for parents to easily maintain safety when traveling with young children. - **Portable Childcare Solutions:** Creating portable childcare solutions, like the 'MyYard' play yard, allows parents to have a dedicated space for their children to nap or play while on the go. - **Compact Travel Equipment:** Designing compact travel equipment, such as the 'MyYard' play yard that can be stored in suitcases or bags, provides convenience and ease of transportation for families. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Baby Products:** The baby products industry can explore innovative designs and materials to create lightweight and portable play yards like the 'MyYard'. - **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can cater to families by providing travel-friendly amenities like compact play yards that make family trips more convenient and enjoyable. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can tap into the market of lightweight play yards that are suitable for outdoor activities, allowing parents to keep their children engaged and safe while on adventures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible Flatpack Crib Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bababing-bedside-travel-crib.md) - [Stroller-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-journey-travel-case.md) - [Stroller-Equipped Suitcase Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/easy-journey-suitcase.md) - [On-the-Go Child Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sitlit-high-chair.md) - [Newborn-Safe Ultralight Strollers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babbleroo-hoplite-stroller.md) - [Collapsible Space-Saving Child Cribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-crib.md) - [Carry-On Luggage Strollers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carry-on-luggage-stroller.md) - [Infant-Specific Play Gyms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/play-gym.md) - [Featherlight Camping Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aluminum-camping-table.md)