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How It Works

Stories, Softly transforms your child's beloved soft toy into a magical storytelling companion. We discreetly install a speaker system inside the toy and set up your voice for storytime. We also create a collection of personalised stories for your child only. From your phone, you can choose a story and press play—your child hears your voice reading from inside their favourite toy.

The speaker is completely hidden, so the toy looks exactly the same as before. Your child won't even know it's there until they hear your voice telling them a story.

Alternatively you can purchase one of our own soft toys, pre-installed with the speakers. Just let us know what stories you want and which voice you want to use, and you will receive a brand new toy to gift to your little one.

Personalised Story-Time

Stories, Softly addresses a real need for parents who want to maintain connection with their children, especially during bedtime routines or when they're away. Unlike screen-based solutions, our product promotes healthy sleep habits while providing the comfort of a parent's voice.

Research shows that hearing a familiar voice can reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality in children. By combining your voice with your child's favourite toy, you can always be present for storytime.

The product is designed with both parent and child in mind: it's easy for you to use, completely private and secure, and provides your child with a sense of safety and connection. It's a thoughtful solution that respects your family's privacy while enhancing your bedtime routine.

Any voice. Any story.

We can make a replica of your voice with your permission, and create a collection of stories read by you. You simply provide a recording of yourself reading an extract and we do the rest. The recording is not saved and is deleted after use. We can even personalise the stories to your child specifically.

You can even include narrations from different members of the family - that way everyone gets to be part of storytime.

Have a listen to the audio below to get an idea.

Additionally, you have a ability to add more sounds to the audio, creating an entire atmosphere for the storytime experience.

Privacy & Security

No Wi-Fi. No cloud. No recording. Everything happens offline, directly between your phone and the toy. The toy contains a speaker only - no microphone - and your stories never leave your device.

Your child's bedtime stories are completely private and secure. The toy connects directly to your phone via Bluetooth, ensuring that only you can control what is being played.

Why Stories, Softly?

• Comforting familiarity: Your child hears your voice from their favourite toy, creating a sense of comfort and security at bedtime.
• Flexible storytelling: Choose from your library of stories or record new ones whenever you want.
• No screens: The toy works without any screens, promoting healthy bedtime routines.
• Perfect for separation: Ideal for when you're away, helping your child feel connected to you through your voice.

Getting Started

You can either send us your child's existing soft toy for customisation, or purchase a new toy from our store.

Explore our Guides section for tips on creating the perfect bedtime story experience.