Why is the comforter important for both adults and children?

A comforter is a child's favorite trusted object. It protects and reassures them. A comforter isn't just a toy; it's also a faithful companion that will accompany your child on all their adventures and grow with them. It spans the ages and often follows them into adulthood! This article will help us understand its benefits for both children and adults.

The benefits of a comforter for children

Comforters are toys that allow children to create their own world, their own space. They have a practical use in their daily lives: they help them fall asleep and console themselves. They allow them to release tension and fears and are also developmental objects: they reassure children, accompany them in their first steps, help them understand their first experiences. A comforter allows children to find their place in the world and gives them comfort.

Beyond a simple toy, a comforter is an object of awakening that allows the child to build themselves through their relationship with this object. The comforter is a transitional object, it will allow the child to make the connection between the child and their parents, will be the equivalent of a first extension of the maternal body and a substitute when the parents are absent.

The benefits of a comforter for adults

We all had a comforter during our childhood—a stuffed animal, a toy, an item of clothing, or even a rag. The importance of this object was to reassure us in times of fear or sadness. Even after childhood, many of us kept our comforter with us. Because even as adults, comforters are useful to us. Their presence helps us feel better in difficult or stressful situations and also helps us relax.

Comforters are also called “comfort objects” or “transition objects.” Indeed, they help us feel more secure as we move from one stage of life to another, or even from one job or home to another. According to Margaret Van Ackeren, a licensed therapist, “In most cases, adults sleep with childhood stuffed animals because it gives them a sense of security and reduces negative feelings, such as loneliness and anxiety.” This sense of security is important when things are changing, helping us navigate change more successfully.

Furthermore, humans are social creatures, and we suffer without the company of others. While comfort blankets can't completely replace the social role other humans play in our lives, they can help alleviate feelings of loneliness and alienation, helping us cope in the interconnected and lonely modern world.

Choosing the right comforter

The comforter plays a very important role in the development of the child as well as in the balance of adults. This is why it is necessary to choose your comforter carefully! Here are some tips to help you make a wise choice.

To best choose a comforter, look for soft toys made of quality materials, washable, flame-retardant and non-toxic. Make sure the toy is free of strings, removable parts and other choking hazards. Select a toy approved for your baby's age group.

Of course, choose a comforter whose design you like and meets your expectations! It must correspond to your values, particularly in terms of its place of manufacture and its composition.

At Adada , our comforters are made from organic cotton knitted in France and certified OEKO TEX 100. Thus, they represent no danger for the child, can be cuddled or put in the mouth without any worry! The entire Adada comforter range meets EN71-1, EN71-2, and EN71-3 standards. These strict European standards apply to toys intended for children under 3 years old. They meet safety, design, and flammability standards, among other things.

Adada comforters feature a chic and elegant design. Timeless and high-quality, they will accompany your child—and yourself—for many years and easily transcend the ages!