Marty the Monkey Weighted Animal
Marty the Monkey Weighted Animal
Marty is always on standby, ready to swing in with the coziest weighted hug exactly when you need one
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Meet Marty the Monkey, a weighted stuffed animal with extra-long front arms that hug you back. Marty helps you stay focused, feel safe, and reduce cortisol and anxiety. Whether you're working, studying, or winding down, Marty brings the comfort of a warm hug anytime you need it.
How it works
Marty the Monkey works through Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT), a soothing technique that spreads gentle pressure across the body, much like the feeling of being hugged.
Wrap your arms around Marty and your brain gets a clear message:
"You're safe. You can slow down now."
That physical signal helps you:
- Switch on the parasympathetic nervous system (the one that lets you relax and recharge)
- Bring down cortisol levels (the stress hormone)
- Take the edge off anxiety and overwhelm
- Quiet racing thoughts
- Lift serotonin and dopamine (your happy and feel-good chemicals)
- Support deeper focus and better sleep
At your desk, in bed, or curled up on the couch, Marty delivers an instant wave of calm the moment you need it.
Specifications
Marty is sized just right to rest on your lap, drape over your shoulders, or curl up next to you in bed.
- Size: 73cm x 56cm / 29 in x 22 in
- Weight: 1kg / 2.2 lbs weighted arms
- Features: Our longest arm design yet, made for easy hugging
- Material: Ultra-soft, premium fur for maximum coziness. Made of environmentally friendly and allergy-free synthetic fur.
Every weighted animal we make carries the CPC Certificate (Children's Product Certificate) for product safety tested in the US, plus the CE mark for product safety tested in the EU.
Washing and care
Weighted arms and all, Marty is still simple to keep clean!
For small messes, we suggest spot cleaning with a damp cloth. When a deeper clean is needed, hand wash gently with a mild soap and let it air dry.
Avoid the machine and harsh chemicals, as they can affect the softness of Marty's fur.
Shipping and returns
Shipping
Shipping is on us for every order above $60.
Orders take 1-3 business days to process before they ship. After your item leaves our warehouse, estimated delivery times are:
- Canada: 5-10 business days
- USA: 5-10 business days
- Europe: 6-12 business days
- Australia: 6-12 business days
- UK: 6-12 business days
- Rest of world: 14-20 business days
Returns & refunds
So much love went into Marty the Monkey, and we're sure you'll love it just as much! That's why every order comes with a lifetime money-back guarantee.
How to shop bundles
Want to grab our weighted animal "Friends Pack" or "Family pack"? Here's the way to do it:
1. Add 2 or more weighted animals to cart: any of our weighted animals count. There's no need to pick the "Friends pack" option, since that just adds 2 of the same animal to your cart. You could, for instance, add 1 Marty the Monkey and 1 Pookie the Panda, which brings the total number of animals to 2.
2. The correct quantity discount will automatically apply at cart
Just keep in mind that every animal in the same order ships to a single address of your choosing.
How it works
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Lowers cortisol levels
Marty supports healthy regulation of cortisol (your stress hormone), which can sharpen focus, improve sleep, and help keep your emotions in balance.
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Deep Pressure Therapy
Marty wraps you in soft, weighted hugs that switch on your body’s natural calm response: think of it as a cuddly take on a weighted blanket.
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Calms your nervous system
That steady pressure moves you out of “fight or flight” and into “rest and relax” mode, easing stress and anxiety in minutes.
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Hugs that heal
Long weighted arms and ultra-soft fur mean Marty gives you that “held and safe” feeling anytime you need comfort or grounding.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the science behind this?
Every one of our weighted animals works through Deep Pressure Therapy (DPT), a soothing method that research links to lower stress and anxiety by bringing cortisol levels down and switching on your body’s own relaxation response. Think of it as a weighted blanket you can carry around — only far more cuddly.
Is it washable?
It is! For day-to-day spills and marks, just spot clean using a damp cloth. When a deeper clean is needed, wash by hand with a light touch and let it air dry.
Can I sleep with Marty?
Of course. Plenty of our customers keep a weighted animal in bed with them to ease nighttime anxiety or insomnia. The gentle weight and soft feel help settle your nervous system so you can drift into deeper sleep.
Is it safe for kids or pets?
Marty is a great fit for anyone aged 5 and up!
Each of our weighted animals carries the CPC Certificate (Children's Product Certificate), covering safety testing in the US, plus the CE mark for safety testing in the EU.
Because of how much he weighs, we wouldn’t suggest him for very young children or for pets.
How heavy is Marty?
Marty comes in at 1kg / 2.2 lbs — enough to deliver that calming pressure while never feeling like too much. His weight sits in his arms, so he can genuinely wrap around you and stay put while you work. Ideal for hugging as you work, unwind, or sleep.
What if I don’t feel better right away?
No two nervous systems respond the same way. For some the relief is immediate, while others feel the difference after using it consistently a handful of times. Either way, Marty the Monkey is there for you for the long-haul!
A hug that melts your stress away in seconds
Therapist approved results
Our weighted animals carry the seal of approval of multiple field experts
91%
Felt calmer once they started using deep pressure tools such as weighted stuffed animals.
88%
Felt less lonely and more supported while using comforting weighted animals.
82%
Said they slept better and had better focus whenever weighted comfort items were part of their routine.
* Results according to consumer studies.
Way more than any other stuffie
The other weighted animals on the market left us disappointed. Ordinary weighted animals looked adorable, yet they never truly worked. They came up too small, too light, or they would slide right off the moment you actually tried to use them.
That’s why we designed our weighted animals differently. Marty the Monkey comes with extra-long, weighted arms that wrap around you and genuinely stay in place while you work, read, or scroll your phone. Think of Marty as a wearable weighted blanket — only far cuddlier and far more practical!
Customer Reviews
When I first got Sunnie I never imagined he would end up mattering so much to my sleep. I’m 76 and I live with fibromyalgia. I had just spent a couple of days in hospital and came home feeling anxious, but being back with Sunnie for a big cuddle does you the world of good. I know it probably sounds rather silly at my age, but he certainly does his job of calming me down. 😂