Description
The Little Linen Company beautiful plush character Baby Comforter Toy / Security Blanket Giraffe Star. No matter if you call them a security blanket, comforter toy, lovie, lovey, blankie, doudou or even nunu, your little one is sure to love them.
Early studies show comfort attachment starts before 12 months of age [1] and these tactile items can be visually soothing as well. [2]
The top tip is to get multiple to rotate them for when washing, they get worn out or go missing. For references, please see below.
References:
[1] Busch, F., Nagera, H., McKnight, J. & Pezzarossi, G. (1974). Primary transitional objects. Journal of the American Academy of Child Psychiatry , 12(2), 193-214.
[2] Passman, R. H., and Halonen, J. S. (1979). A developmental survey of young children’s attachments to inanimate objects. Journal of Genetic Psychology, 134, 165-78.
Specifications
Composition: Smooth, soft short pile plush polyester blankie body and head
Blanket body size: 25 x 25 cm (edge to edge)
Care Instructions
Outer: 100% Polyester, Fill: 100% Polyester (all-new material).
Wash separately before use. Warm hand or gentle machine wash with like colours, max 40°C / 105°F. Line dry in shade or gentle/low tumble dry. Do not iron. Do not rub, soak or wring. Do not bleach. Do not dry clean.