In an increasingly complex world, the simple stuffed animal remains a surprisingly effective tool in the therapeutic realm. With a multi-billion-dollar industry behind it, the business of stuffed animals isn’t child’s play—it’s a serious player in the mental health arena. This is especially critical in a post-pandemic world, where mental health issues are on the

Stuffed animals are soft and cuddly, but they can also accumulate dirt, dust, and bacteria over time. So its important to pry them away from their possessive owners to ensure they get a good clean.  First here’s how to distract a child so you can get the much-loved stuffie into a washing machine and dryer