Francesca The Weighted Flamingo

Francesca The Flamingo has been waiting here for you. Francesca loves adventures and using her five senses, too. Her superpower is the sense of taste, her ultimate mindful tool, she loves to be in the moment, enjoying delicious and nourishing foods. Francesca is here to show you how to use taste to enjoy life’s surprises. Take her with you everywhere, in good times and even in crisis. She’s there for you to hold you, calm you, heal you with soft snuggles. Backed by evidence-based research, Francesca the Weighted Flamingo focuses on Deep Pressure Touch Stimulation (DPTS), which is a firm tactile sensory input that provides a Proprioceptive* response to the body. It simulates firm hugs and compression and motivates the release of serotonin and dopamine in the brain. This helps children to regulate their emotions when going to sleep or when they are feeling emotionally overwhelmed. Francesca and her five senses friends are here to teach you why your five senses keep you in the moment; a recipe for a happy life.

About Mindful & Co Kids: Born in Australia in 2019, Mindful & Co Kids was founded by psychotherapist Jacqueline Yeats, whose work focuses on using mindfulness as an early intervention for stress disorders. Inspired by her research, Jacqueline designed a collection of engaging games, activities, weighted plushies and wellness tools to help children experience the benefits of mindfulness and yoga in fun, practical ways. Our mission is simple: to empower the next generation to slow down, shift limiting beliefs, and embrace thoughtful living through a holistic approach to well-being. We believe introducing mindfulness early creates a ripple effect, strengthening family bonds, fostering focus and engagement in learning, and helping children grow into happier, more confident, and emotionally resilient individuals.