Our Story

The Power of Weighted Stuffed Animals

My name is Jared, and I am a teacher in Colorado. One day, I noticed a student who was having a very difficult day. She was having trouble with her family at home. As she sat in her chair holding back her tears, I noticed she was holding onto her backpack, almost like she was hugging it, and it was clear to me that it was offering her comfort.

I didn't think about that moment for quite some time, but then on another occasion, a different student was also having a very rough day. I jokingly suggested that she set her backpack on her lap. Sure enough, her tears subsided, and she began to regain her composure.

Later that night, I founded Hugalotl.

Our Mission and Vision

At Hugalotl, we've got this awesome thing going on. We're all about making life cozier, warmer, and way more comforting. Our mission? It's pretty simple but totally big: we want to spread good vibes through our incredible weighted stuffed animals that do way more than just sit around and look cute.

Our vision is for every person struggling with stress and anxiety to have access to the tools they need to feel the comfort that they deserve.