This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CloudPets™. 

Every mom knows how difficult it can be to connect with kids when separated. Most of us are juggling work and family commitments and time is short! Throughout the day, I think about mine constantly. I need to know they’re safe and happy, and though we have regular check-in, it still isn’t enough. I’m worried they are feeling lonely and disconnected when we’re apart, but it’s impossible for me to be there every minute. That’s why I was very excited to discover CloudPets™, a toy that help parents connect with their kids when they’re on the go.

CloudPets™ are programmable stuffed animals that allow you to record custom messages that can be sent and received. Stories, games, and lullabies are also included. Simply download the app and say whatever is on your mind/heart. Your child will then see its heart blinking, indicating a message is available. Just squeeze the paw and it will play. Couldn’t be easier!

Parents manage a security gate where they approve/reject all incoming messages, and no messages can be sent to, or received from, a CloudPets™ except from a device within 30 feet. However, messages can be sent to profiles (and then to the pet) from anywhere in the world, allowing friends and families to communicate with kids from afar. Knowing the device is safe allows peace of mind.

I love that Cloud Pets are available in a variety of different animals, so you can select your child’s favorite:

• Bunny
• Puppy
• Kitty
• Teddy
• Unicorn
• Elephant

Mine are crazy for the puppy!

While we like to use it daily for no special reason, those who face longer separations will find it especially useful:

• Service members deployed away from their children
• Divorced parents that may have limited in-person contact
• Relatives living in different states—especially Grandparents!

Sure, anyone in those situations could use FaceTime, and that’s okay, but you can’t hug a phone! CloudPets combines mobile messaging app technology with a cuddly toy that allows people to give and receive virtual hugs from afar via personal messages, making it feel more special and comforting to a child. 

For more information or to purchase CloudPets™, check out their website.

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of CloudPets™. All opinions are my own.