# Dual-Purpose Cuddling Toys The Babyera Cuddling Toy Blanket Provides a Two-in-One Design By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-05-13 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-blanket References: [thegadgetflow](http://thegadgetflow.com/portfolio/babyera-cuddling-toy-rugs-sleep-play-campaign-babies-kids/) & [indiegogo](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/babyera-cuddling-toy-rugs-for-babies-kids) It's often that children have a favorite blanket and a favorite [stuffed animal](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugz), so the Babyera Cuddling Toy Blanket is designed to merge the two together. Available now for preorder on Indiegogo, the blanket toy is designed to be given as an offering to a new mom or as a present for a young child. Coming in pink, blue and gray color options, the blanket can then be used as a [cuddling toy and nap companion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kid-cubes) to provide a dual-purpose design for children and parents alike. Different characters including a bear, bunny, sheep and dog can come attached to the Babyera Cuddling Toy Blanket and help offer a great option to keep toys efficient. Each of the blanket toys are [hand-knit, made from non-toxic cotton](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foggy-dog) and make great gifts. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 14% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Two-in-one Designs:** The merging of two separate products into a single multifunctional item can revolutionize the way children and parents interact with toys and blankets. - **Cuddling Toy Blankets:** The combination of a stuffed animal and a blanket creates a comforting and versatile product that can be used for both playtime and naptime. - **Hand-knit Toys:** Hand-knitted toys made from non-toxic cotton offer a unique and sustainable alternative to mass-produced plush toys. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Toys & Games:** The toy industry can benefit from developing more dual-purpose products that provide added value and versatility for children and parents. - **Baby Products:** The baby products industry can capitalize on the demand for innovative and multifunctional items, such as cuddling toy blankets, that cater to the needs of both infants and parents. - **Crafts & DIY:** The handmade crafts industry can explore the potential for creating and selling hand-knit toys made from eco-friendly materials as a unique and personalized gift option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sensory Plush Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mooshmoosh.md) - [Dense Cuddlable Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sleepy-blobfish-plushie.md) - [Children's Wearable Blankets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-blanky.md) - [Weighted Plush Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugarounds.md) - [Warming Weighted Plushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heartwarming-hugs.md) - [Baby Bottle Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottapals.md) - [Playful Puppet Baby Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kids-preferred.md) - [Comforting Pillow Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comforting-pillow.md) - [Anxiety Soothing Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hugimals-antianxiety-plushie.md)