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Lovable weighted stuffed animals that hug you back to relieve anxiety.

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Hugimals combine the physical calming benefits of a weighted blanket with the emotional support and portability of your favorite stuffed animal. They are weighted all over to feel like a real, comforting hug!

4.5lbs of caming Deep Touch Pressure

Research-supported to lower stress & anxiety

Helps you fall asleep faster

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"Worth the hype! Like a weighted blanket, these snuggly pals ease anxiety and promote sleep.”

"Who doesn’t need a hug sometimes? And that’s exactly what this adorable, cuddly 4.5-pound stuffed animal does—you snuggle it and it hugs you right back."

"This is not just another stuffed animal. This is a de-stressing solution to your anxieties."

Our Best Sellers

Sam the Sloth

$68.00

Emory the Elephant

$68.00

Charlie the Puppy

$68.00

Frankie the Cat

$68.00

Quinn the Koala

$68.00

Harper the Pig

$68.00

The Heart to Hug Pillow

Hugimals World and The Joyful Heart Foundation — founded by Law & Order: SVU actress and advocate Mariska Hargitay — have partnered to bring you The Heart to Hug Pillow: a limited-edition 5-pound plush weighted pillow to ease stress, bring comfort, and soothe the mind, body and heart with its calming weighted hugs.

Woman holding a pink heart-shaped pillow against a white background.

The Heart to Hug Pillow - Peaceful Pink

$48.00

The Heart to Hug Pillow - Fearless Red

$48.00

The Joyful Heart Foundation was created by Mariska Hargitay with the mission of transforming society’s response to sexual assault, domestic violence, and child abuse, supporting survivors’ healing, and ending this violence forever. 10% of the net sales from The Heart to Hug Pillow goes directly to the Joyful Heart Foundation. 

Over 2.5M Likes on TikTok

The viral stress-relieving weighted plush that hugs you back.

The Hugimal Effect

So... what does it feel like to hug a Hugimal?

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We have this exact elephant! I use it more than my kid does. 😂🥰

What does holding a Hugimal feel like? 🥺🤗 Try for yourself!

Improved Sleep

Fall Asleep Faster

Hugimals help create a sense of security and relaxation, making it easier for you to unwind and enjoy a deep, rejuvenating sleep.

Stress & Anxiety Relief

Hugimals' weight stimulates a relaxation response from the parasympathetic nervous system, helping you feel comforted, grounded, and calm.

Machine Washable

Unlike most plush, which is spot-clean-only, Hugimals' patent-pending removable weighted insert allows for machine washing of their outer plush.

Full Body Weighted Hugs

4.5 lbs of calming weight is distributed evenly throughout, not just in the center, so when you cuddle up, you'll feel your Hugimal hugging you back.

Safe & Secure

Our weighted filling - made of the non-toxic glass beading found in many weighted blankets - is sewn into secure sections within their removable weighted insert.

Created with top psychologists, occupational therapists, & product designers.

Research-supported to help with stress relief and sleep.

Calming Deep-Touch Pressure

Hugimals harness the power of Deep Touch Pressure (DTP), a therapeutic technique known for its impact on stress relief. DTP involves gentle, weighted pressure on the body, triggering the release of neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine, which can bring on feelings of calm, relaxation and well-being. Weighted pressure may also help with focus.

Emotional Support

Hugimals offer emotional support during stressful situations, when winding down at night, or anytime you need it. Their neutral facial expressions were designed with input from psychologists to create a safe, judgment-free space for you to share your feelings. Customers find Hugimals a calming, comforting presence when dealing with stress or anxiety, panic attacks, and grief.

Never Smothering

Weighted blankets make many people feel smothered, trapped, or too warm. Hugimals offer an alternative that lets you experience the soothing sensation of Deep Touch Pressure without the risk of overheating or feeling constricted. Hugimals' innovative design, with weight evenly distributed throughout their body, head, arms, and legs, ensures a comforting hug that doesn't leave you feeling stifled.

AWARD-WINNING CALMING HUGS

The emotional connection of a favorite stuffed animal with the calming benefits of a weighted blanket.

4.5 pounds of evenly distributed weight for a blissful "hugging you back" feeling.

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What Our Customers Say

"A hug can be one of the most reassuring and calming acts to soothe the human spirit. Sometimes, your favorite people aren't there to hug you, and having a Hugimal has become a tool for me to calm my nerves and my anxiety. Living with PTSD means I don't always know when a trigger might find its way into my day, and when I feel the anxiety creep in, my Hugimal genuinely feels reassuring and reminds me of the value of taking a moment just for myself."

J.J.S.

Verified Buyer

"I never realized how much I needed a Hugimal until I purchased one. I’m an Angel mom, which means I grieve quite frequently for my sons and there’s just something about my Hugimals that soothes and calms me so much. Holding them brings me so much peace and comfort. The size and weight is perfect for cuddling and even sleeping with. It reminds me so much of the cuddle of a baby."

Shari B.

Verified Buyer

"I bought it in hopes of aiding in sleep, and the first night I slept with Frankie on my chest.. I slept like a baby!! I also have ADHD and hope to test it out on the focus and studying front, but for now - I am over the moon! Also, as a person with texture sensitivity, these are so soft and comforting - my dad even fell asleep for a nap on the couch when trying out Frankie on his chest! 10/10 .. these animals are so so comforting!"

Ali H.

Verified Buyer

Customer Reviews

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Mike S.
These are fantastic and the Bear is great

I know it seems ridiculous at first for adults but Hugimals are an absolutely fantastic anxiety release. It's been a very stressful couple years on a lot of levels, and coming home and seeing one of these critters instantly makes you smile and relax. You'd have to be made of stone for it not to help. It's incredibly fun to sit around with them, because of the design, weight and softness. They have an innocence that reminds you the world can be a good place, and you feel less alone. My wife got me a Sam the Sloth first, as a substitute for a weighted blanket when the weather is hot, but it turned out to the cutest damn thing either of us has ever seen. Now we have a whole pile of these guys, recently getting the Bear. They all have their own personalities which take a little while to emerge. Our Bear seems like a very curious fellow, and his fur is really colorful. Yours may not look *exactly* like the pictures -- these are complex designs and there are little variations in how they are sewn which give them a little extra expression and individuality. They are incredibly cleverly designed, the intentionally slightly blank expression and lack of smile/mouth--this works really work well psychologically. I like how the style of the design makes it a Bear but also a Hugimal--little similar things across the animals. The glass bead insert layer is extremely clever (be patient reaching down the arms, it can be tight). The fur is super-soft and seems to hold up really well, and customer service is great. The quality is so worth the money. I hardly ever do reviews but I had to do it for these guys.

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Ash
I love him

I just got this little guy today and I love him so much. I lost a beloved pet yesterday and I needed something to cheer me up. I didn’t expect this level of comfort to come from a plushie. I am absolutely in love

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Tonya Collins
Elephant

When I feel anxious, I hug my elephant. It is high quality and feels like a warm hug. It soothes my anxiety.

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Ashley Cerny
Harper Hugimal's Hugs!

She is such a sweetheart❣️

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Ashley Cerny
Harper Hugimal's Hugs!

I love Harper so much! I named her Harper Petunia Hugimal. Harper's hugs are so loving and comforting. I love holding and hugging her. The weight is amazing because it really feels like someone is hugging you. She is so cute and adorable. She is the perfect fit for me. I found out that she was released days after my birthday. I got her this year several days after my birthday and the day I got her was actually a day before her 1st birthday and I found that out a day or two after her birthday. So it's so special that our birthdays are so close. She is so life-like and is such a character and unique. I also love her pig tail, it's so cute. I got her a pig pen and it's just perfect for her. I also got her a tee and she is so cute in it. She also does a great job at putting me to sleep. I am so happy to have Harper!

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Jennifer

This is my third Hugimals order, and I couldn’t be more in love! I sleep with mine every night. Yes, I’m 41 years old, but you better bet I take my Hugimal everywhere! I got Felix the cat, but I decided she is a girl named Bitty. Bitty the Kitty. She brings so much joy to my life! I brought her along on a trip with my husband. His coworker’s daughter was obsessed! I bought her her own Hugimal. And I recently ordered Quinn the koala for my bonus daughter. If Bitty wasn’t my one true love, I would order every single Hugimal. 😂

Thank you for making my little snuggle bestie. And for being so fantastic with your responses, customer service, and amazing social media. ❤️❤️

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Sheryl Martin
Charlie and Sam

I have two Hugimals, they give comfort since I recently lost my dog.

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Alice Ford

Emory the Elephant

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Kaliah Atemkeng
The perfect cuddle companion

Sam the Sloth is amazing!! He is made with high quality fabric and the stitching is made to last! I love that his fabric can be washed by removing the weighted insert. He is so soft, weighted throughout his entire body, relaxing and cute as a button! He's sleeps in my bed every night! He's a keeper!

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Ruth Carter
Nibling loves it!

I got my nibling the koala for her 7th birthday. She was snuggling with it within minutes and has slept with it every night since. I gave it a snuggle before I wrapped it for her - super soft!