Sally Connolly Launches New Sensory Plush Toys for Children

Innovative entrepreneur Sally Connolly has extensive experience in the children’s products industry, having successfully brought multiple projects from concept to development to placement in the marketplace. Her passion for sensory plush development led her to create her first product, NightBuddies®, an ultra-plush, cuddly friend designed to promote calmness and relaxation for children at bedtime. NightBuddies holds 2 utility patents!

What sets NightBuddies® apart from the rest is its innovative auto-off mechanism. This unique feature allows children to activate the night-light themselves, building self-esteem and independence at bedtime. But NightBuddies® isn’t just any ordinary night-light. The soft sensory light experience brings the character to life for children, creating comfort, companionship, and connection. This is especially important for children who may feel anxious or afraid at bedtime.

We all know how important sleep is for children, and NightBuddies is designed to make bedtime a calming and soothing experience. Sally Connolly believes in the benefits of good sleep including learning and memory, metabolism and weight, safety, and mood. Good sleep helps the brain commit new information to memory through a process called memory consolidation. Sleep deprivation may cause weight gain by affecting our bodies’ process. Good sleep keeps you alert all day, keeping you and your loved ones safe. Sleep loss can result in irritability and a negative mood.

NightBuddies® is the perfect solution for children who struggle with bedtime, and for parents who want to ensure their child gets the best possible sleep. The soft sensory light, combined with the auto-off mechanism, creates a comforting and safe environment for children to sleep in.

As a mother of two, Connolly recognized a missed opportunity in the marketplace and set out to create a solution for bedtime fears. She continues to innovate new soft sensory products for children that promote calmness, relaxation and helps ease at nighttime fears.

“I am thrilled to announce the launch of two new products, Huggie Heat Bearâ„¢ and Story-time Projection Plushâ„¢,” says Connolly. “Both products are child-activated and filled with love, designed to provide comfort and create a sense of security for children.”

Huggie Heat Bearâ„¢ is a plush bear that warms up with the press of a button, providing children with a warm and comforting companion to cuddle with. Story-time Projection Plushâ„¢ is a plush toy that projects soft and calming images onto the ceiling, creating a soothing bedtime routine for children.

“I am excited to share these new products with families and see the positive impact they will have on children’s bedtime routines,” Connolly adds. “My goal is to create products that provide a sense of security and comfort for children, helping them to relax and fall asleep peacefully.”

For more information about NightBuddies®, Huggie Heat Bear™ and Story-time Projection Plush™, please visit their website.

Peter Barron and Starcore Fit Sets on A Mission to Help People Transform Their Lives Through Fitness

Peter Barron, the founder of Starcore Fit, has always been driven by his passion for the fitness industry. Born and raised in the town of Shannon in Co. Clare, Ireland, Peter found himself working in a medical company that did not align with his true passion. In 2010, he co-founded UYP Lifestyle, a company aimed at helping people reach their full potential in fitness, nutrition, and mind. This experience set the foundation for Peter’s drive to reach as many people as possible through the power of the internet.

Peter’s love for Dubai led him to take a leap of faith and move to the city in 2015. He quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with in the fitness industry, working with top celebrities and being featured on the covers of magazines like Men’s Health Middle East, Esquire, and GQ. In 2016, Peter was given the opportunity to work with Adidas as a coach for their Adidas Runners initiative in Dubai, helping to grow the community to over 2000 members in just one year.

Peter’s vision for Starcore Fit is to provide affordable and personalized training and meal plans for people all over the world. He wants to help people prioritize their health and make lasting changes to their mindset, health, and fitness. “The name STARCORE can relate to every person. Here, you can become the very best version of yourself, or as cheesy as it may sound, become your own star,” he said. “You can do this by taking control, by physically building a strong core, by getting the body you have always wanted, but also working from the inside on your mind. Creating more healthy habits and a positive attitude towards your training, food and lifestyle is the key to longevity and maintaining results,” he added.

Peter’s life experiences, both successes and failures, have driven him to never give up on his goal of helping people improve their lives through fitness. He is determined to make Starcore Fit a huge success and help change the lives of thousands of people around the world.

“I would like people to feel motivated to become the best version of themselves. When I create content or speak, I always want to leave a positive impact on the people watching or listening to encourage them to pursue any goals that they have and never to give up on a dream,” he shared.

Over the next five years, Peter envisions himself producing even more content and connecting with a wider audience through his business. His aim is to have more than 10,000 monthly subscribers, all of whom are striving to be their best selves. Peter’s unique quality of having the drive to assist others, combined with his passion, sets him apart and will continue to be the driving force behind his future success.