Meet Eleanor the Weighted Elephant - a gentle listening companion, emotional anchor, and soft, steady source of comfort. Thoughtfully designed to provide deep, grounding reassurance, Eleanor brings the magic of sensory support to any moment of the day.
Eleanor embodies the wonder of hearing - her unique sensory gift. She’s always ready to share quiet company, tune into the world’s melodies with you, or simply sit by your side as you unwind. Whether resting at home, settling into work or study, or enjoying a peaceful walk in the park, Eleanor helps bring calm through sound, softness, and steady, grounding weight.
Backed by evidence-based research, Eleanor uses Deep Pressure Touch Stimulation (DPTS) a firm, calming sensory input that mimics warm hugs and gentle compression. This helps release serotonin and dopamine, promoting emotional regulation, deeper sleep, and a sense of safety when feeling overwhelmed. Infused with dried French lavender flowers for a calming scent and filled with natural medical stones for a gluten-free sensory experience, Eleanor is the perfect sensory companion - offering comfort, peace, and grounding support whenever you need it most.
Features:
▪️ Encourages emotional regulation and calmness through gentle weighted pressure
▪️ Provides gentle, comforting pressure to ease stress, anxiety, and sensory overload
▪️ Encourages restful sleep and relaxation at home, school, or on the go
▪️ Can be warmed or cooled to relieve tension, soothe muscles, or provide sensory comfort
▪️ Engages the senses and supports mindful self-soothing techniques
▪️ Perfectly weighted at 1.5kg
▪️ Exterior Material: 100% Polyester (super soft and cuddly)
▪️ Filling: soft PP cotton + medical stones and dried French lavender
▪️ Dimensions: 30 x 23 x 17cm
▪️ Suitable for ages 3+
Warm or Cool Comfort
Heat Eleanor to stay warm on chilly nights or to soothe tired muscles, joints, and tension.
Cool Eleanor to bring comfort on warm nights, ease bumps and bruises, and enjoy the gentle, relaxing lavender scent.
Heating Instructions:
▪️ 500–750W microwave: heat for up to 60 seconds
▪️ 800–1000W microwave: heat for up to 30 seconds
(Do not overheat. Always check temperature before use.)
Cooling Instructions:
▪️ Place on a clean surface or in a sealed bag in the fridge or freezer for several hours before use
Usage & Care Notes:
Eleanor is a special therapeutic toy designed for gentle, loving care. Spot clean only - do not machine wash or tumble dry. Avoid rough play to preserve his softness and safety. With proper care, Eleanor will be a long-lasting source of calm, comfort, and emotional security.
Christmas 2025 Shipping Cut-off dates within NZ
Standard Shipping - Thursday 18th December
Courier Shipping - Monday 22nd December
Delivery to rural locations within New Zealand may take up to an additional 3 working days.
Cut-off dates are targets only. Sending before the cut-off dates gives you the best chance of getting your item where it needs to be for Christmas. These dates are correct as of 13 October 2025, but may change due to unforeseen service impacts.
Shipping Options Within NZ
Standard Shipping with NZ
This service is available within NZ for non rural and non business delivery service.
Target Delivery for this Service is 2-5 Business Days
Courier Shipping within NZ
This service is available within NZ for residential and business address
Target Delivery for this Service is 1-2 Business Days
Standard and Courier Shipping Within NZ RURAL
This service is for all Rural addresses. Please advise your RD number at checkout to avoid unnecessary delays.
What are Shipping Costs?
Shipping Costs are calculated at checkout.
Orders over $150 are FREE SHIPPING a $5 fee applies to Rural address
Shipping to Australia
Current shipping timeframes to Australia are 3-10 Business Days If you have any questions regarding your order or timeframes please email us admin@sensoryzone.co.nz
Dispatching and Tracking Information:
We aim to dispatched items within 12-24 hours of order being received (excluding weekends and public holidays, in the event we cannot supply an item, or we need to contact you regarding your order this will be done by email, please keep an eye on spam folder also.
All items come with a tracking number this will be provided after we have fulfilled the order and a link will be sent via email.
If you have any questions regarding your order or tracking you can contact us admin@sensoryzone.co.nz where we will respond within 24 hours.