Psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott was the first to coin the phrase âtransitional objectâ in 1951. What does it mean? Put simply, the transitional object is an item â usually soft to the touch and often a blanket, doll or plush toy â that serves as a bridge between a young childâs total dependence on his mother to his gradual dependence on himself. Often known as a security blanket or lovie, the young child relies on the object when tired, stressed or upset â think Linus and his blanket or Christopher Robin and his Winnie-the-Pooh. Transitional objects help children to negotiate their growing independence in a healthy manner.
Enabling Devices offers a wide selection of plush toys. These soft, cuddly and adorable âloviesâ make great holiday gifts for the young children in your life. Here are some of our favorites:
Tangled Tabby is rocking âround the Christmas tree, but makes a great friend all year round. Her cute dance will delight children no matter the season. (#9342)
When the weather gets cold, Tranquil Turtle will remind your child that warmer days are coming with his tropical colors, wave-like projections and soothing sounds that simulate the peaceful mood inspired by an ocean breeze! (#4083)
Rusty is everyoneâs favorite painted pony. Activate with an external capability switch and Rusty trots to the lively theme song from The Lone Ranger (#1074)
Floppy Bunny is our bestselling plush toy who hops, flops his ears, moves his snout and makes bunny sounds. (#150)
Mickey Mouse fans will delight in this adapted version of the beloved Disney character, who sings the popular Wiggle Giggle Song. (#9416)
Not only is Mother Goose sweet and cuddly, she also teaches children to recite nursery rhymes. (#9309)
Give the budding drummer or musician in your life Drumminâ Billy. Press his foot and he sings and drums to the beat. (#9350)
The adorable wild-haired lion Let Loose Lenny entertains with a lively rendition of âShout!â (#9344)
Give a hug and our Vibrating Seal will gently vibrate. So soft and cuddly! (#9300)
Sing along with Wheelie! This adorable animated plush toy bus sings, lights up and dances to âWheels on the Busâ when you activate your switch. (#9323)
To see Enabling Devicesâ full selection of plush toys, click here.
Happy Holidays to All!
