A Hug You Can Feel: The Weighted Sloth That Soothes Anxiety

Written By Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Looking for a comforting companion that truly helps relieve stress, calm nerves, and improve focus for both adults and kids? This 5lb Weighted Stuffed Animal Sloth is more than adorable; it’s a portable calming tool that helps ease anxiety and helps the body and brain slow down.

Initially advertised for children, this plush has proven to be a fantastic resource for adults, too. Whether laid across your lap, draped over your shoulder, or resting gently on your chest, the weight provides deep-pressure stimulation, a technique rooted in therapeutic practices that signals the nervous system to relax.

Ideal for those who:

  • Struggle with anxiety or restlessness

  • Have trouble sitting still while working or talking

  • Love fidgeting or doodling and need a discreet, cozy way to self-regulate

  • Appreciate calm spaces and sensory comfort at their desk or bedside

Machine washable, easy to carry, and versatile — this plush is a perfect gift or personal wellness companion. You’ll be surprised how quickly it becomes part of your everyday calming ritual.

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Cynthia Skyers-Gordon

Dr. Cynthia Skyers-Gordon, Ed.D. is the founder of SILWELL-C (Staff-Inspired Leadership for Wellness and Calm), a wellness initiative created to empower educators, leaders, and teams to thrive from within. With more than 33 years of experience in early childhood education, from assistant teacher to director to Education Coordinator, Dr. Skyers-Gordon understands the challenges and opportunities staff face each day.

SILWELL-C was born from her belief that true wellness in schools starts with the staff themselves. By providing calm leadership strategies, practical tools, affirmations, and inspiration, SILWELL-C equips educators and leaders to create supportive, balanced environments where both staff and children can flourish.

Through workshops, consultations, and creative resources, Dr. Skyers-Gordon combines her in-depth expertise with a passion for cultivating resilience, connection, and calm in every space. Whether it’s through her upcoming Wellness Toolkit, the JamBel Storybook, or the Free Wellness Hub, she continues to design practical ways for educators and leaders to sustain their own wellness while inspiring others.

At its core, SILWELL-C is more than a program; it’s a movement: a reminder that when staff lead with wellness, schools grow with strength, calm, and confidence.

https://www.silwellc.com
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