little friends for big emotions

Little Mellos are sensory breathing companions designed to help children feel calm and supported through big feelings.
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food-grade silicone

CE marked

Used by OTs & therapists

designed for everyday calming moments

for your tricky transitions, a wobbly moment, or time to wind down, Little Mellos helps turn everyday emotional ups and downs into small, supported Mello Moments.

what are Little Mellos?

Little Mellos are screen-free, multisensory toys that help children breathe steadily, settle their bodies, and reconnect when big feelings arise.

With gentle lights, soft vibrations, and soothing interaction, Little Mellos give children a simple, screen-free way to pause, feel grounded, and find their calm.

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How it Works

three simple steps to a Mello moment

1. hold

A comforting little companion for little hands to reach for when feelings start to feel big.

2. breathe

Gentle LED lights and soft vibrations guide 4-second inhales and exhales, helping children slow down, focus, and follow along in a way that feels natural.

3. reset

A quiet pause that helps little bodies and minds feel more settled.

Practised together at home, Hold, Breathe, Reset can become a familiar calming ritual children learn to return to when big feelings arise

My son can really struggle with big emotions. Instead of just telling him to calm down, the Little Mello actually shows him what to do. We've started doing two minutes every day when he's calm and he's really getting the hang of the breathing now.

Orlagh, Mum of a 7-year-old

My little one has been really anxious going into school lately and has started bringing her Little Mello with her. She's so attached to it now! I think just having something familiar with her when she's feeling worried really helps.

Emma, Mum of two

My girls are loving their Little Mellos! After school can be a lot in our house, so we've started using them when we get home and doing a couple of minutes of breathing together. It's become a really lovely little reset for all of us.

Sarah, Mum of a 5-year-old

Bedtime has always been a struggle for us because she finds it so hard to switch off. We've started using the Little Mello together before bed and she loves following the lights. She actually reminds me now if we forget it!

Aoife, Mum of a 4-year-old

We brought our Little Mello away with us and it was brilliant for all the busy moments. My youngest gets overwhelmed quite easily, so having something small and familiar that we could pull out when she needed a minute was so handy.

Ciara, Mum of two

I wasn't sure how he'd take to it at first but he absolutely loves it. The vibration is his favourite part and I've noticed he's starting to pick it up himself when he wants some quiet time. It's lovely seeing him use it without me having to suggest it.

Laura, Mum of a 6-year-old

we call them Mello moments

For the little parts of the day when a bit of comfort, calm, and connection can make all the difference.

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on-the-go moments

For car journeys, busy outings, and the in-between moments when little ones need something familiar to hold onto.

school moments

A little extra comfort before school, after school, or whenever worries and big feelings start to bubble up.

reset moments

For the after-school crash, the post-tantrum cuddle, or those times when everything just feels a bit too much.

wind down moments

A calming part of slower evenings, bedtime routines, and quiet moments before rest.

every part of Little Mellos is designed around four proven calming techniques:

guided breathing

Just four deep breaths can help settle little bodies and slow things down.

sensory comfort

Gentle sensory input can help the body feel calmer, so the mind can follow.

co-regulation

Giving parents a gentle tool to use alongside their child in the moments support is needed most.

practice

Over time, repeated calm moments help children recognise what calm feels like and build a reassuring connection with their Little Mello.

This helps children practise calm in a way that feels comforting, repeatable, and easy to return to, while building coping skills and confidence as they grow.

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meet your Mello

A calming companion they can make their own, with sensory covers they’ll love reaching for.

choose their character

Pick a favourite and build a connection they’ll love returning to.

explore new textures

Different covers bring new sensory comfort to each moment.

grow with them

A gentle way to support changing needs and conversations around feelings.

meet the first covers

puppy: a loyal little friend for everyday calm
unicorn: a soft companion with a little extra magic

our story

“I wanted to give my girls a comforting way to understand big emotions and learn skills they can carry through life.”

As a mum of two, I saw how often big feelings show up: before school, after long days, during transitions, and at bedtime. I wanted something gentle, screen-free, and genuinely useful.

So Little Mellos was created as a simple, comforting tool to help children slow down, feel supported, and learn to return to calm.

Shaped by families and professionals using proven calming techniques, it’s easy to reach for children and the adults supporting them.
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