Experts say sleeping with a stuffed animal can help you get better sleep

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Stuffed animals aren’t necessarily just for kids. Experts say adults can sleep with them, too, and some think it might even be a good thing.

Stuffed animal sales grew during the COVID-19 pandemic. One industry expert says in 2024, about a fifth of plush toys were sold to adults over the age of 18.

Experts believe stuffed animals can help with better sleep by giving the brain a signal that it’s time to wind down.