Ideas
Explore the world's #1 largest database of ideas and innovations, with 470,969 inspiring examples.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,271 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 312,244 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Consumer Insights
Uncover major shifts and emerging opportunities with our exclusive PRO research.
Trend Reports
Discover why 1,271 brands rely on our AI-powered Trend Reports to get better, faster insights.
Newsletter
Join 312,244 subscribers who rely on our weekly newsletter to keep up with need-to-know trends and insights.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Trend Reports
Get fast, customized trend reports, presentations and deep dives 20x faster than traditional research.
Plans
Get started today with a free consultation, our self-serve tools, or a dedicated program.
Articles & Magazine
Get inspired with our 4,215 innovation strategy articles, keynote, videos and innovation tools.
Innovation Awards
Trend Hunter’s Innovation Strategy Awards recognize the best innovation tactics gathered from our interviews with some of the world's most notable business leaders, authors and change makers.
Advisory & Services
Accelerate innovation and ignite disruptive thinking with our award-winning programs and research.
Innovation Assessment
Enhance your innovation potential with a deeper understanding of your unique innovation archetype and how your organization benchmarks.
FuturistU
Prepare for the years ahead with 100+ lessons, tactics, tools and frameworks with our full learning database.
Innovation Books
Join 20,000,000 people getting better and faster with our New York Times Bestselling books and keynote videos.
Jeremy Gutsche
Ignite your event or virtual event with our CEO, a NY Times Bestselling Author and one of the top innovation keynote speakers.
Our Team of Speakers & Virtual Presenters
Inspire your group with our most popular speakers on innovation, trends, change and futurism.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Custom Masterclasses
Join the world's leading brands who leverage our custom programs to accelerate innovation.
FuturistU 5-Day Program
Become a Futurist with our immersive 5-Day program at Future Festival World Summit.
Online eLearning
Learn the fundamentals of futurism and trends with 100+ online courses about innovation.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
Contact
Get in touch to learn more, ask a question or submit a tip.
About Us
Learn more about Trend Hunter and how we accelerate innovation.
Follow-Us
Join our 3,500,000 social media followers, on the cutting edge.
How to Hunt
Learn more about how to hunt megatrends, ideas, patterns and opportunity.
FAQ
Get answers to common questions about Trend Hunter.
Community
Stay on the cutting-edge with the help of the Trend Hunter community.
Team
Meet the team trusted by hundreds of leading businesses worldwide.
Jobs
Find opportunities to accelerate your career with the #1 Trend Firm.
News
Catch up on noteworthy Trend Hunter news and media mentions.
Join
Build a portfolio and put your trend-spotting abilities to the test.
Advertising
Supercharge your marketing by partnering with Trend Hunter.
Portfolio
Visit your public portfolio and browse your past articles.
Add a Trend
Write up an article and showcase your trend-spotting skills.
My Trends
Edit your articles and see how they stack up on the leaderboards.
Settings
Edit your profile, connect your social media accounts, and more.
Add a trend, customize your dashboard, or track topics.
Future Festival
Innovation Events
Join the world's top innovators at our in person events.
Free Webinars
Learn to innovate through chaos, navigate the new normal and maintain work culture from home.
Custom Training & Events
Bring the Future Festival experience directly to your team or co-hosted custom event.
Search our database of 470,969 cutting edge ideas.

Interactive Sleep

Interactive technologies guide children to sleep

Trend - The use of smart interactive technologies that help children fall asleep faster, and get better sleep, are on the rise. These capabilities are merged into a wide range of traditional children's products, including stuffed toys and night lights.

Insight - Millennial parents are using the highly adaptive and convenience-focused aspects of technology in the process of parenting. Everything from their children's health to their education is being advanced with the help of technology, and Millennial parents are much more open to this emerging parenting style–viewing it as beneficial to children's wellbeing rather than detrimental to it.
Workshop Question - How could your brand prioritize convenience for its customers?
Trend Themes
1. Smart Interactive Sleep Technologies - The use of smart interactive technologies in traditional children's products allows children to sleep faster and better.
2. Parenting with Technology - Millennial parents view technology as beneficial to their children's wellbeing, using it for everything from their health to their education.
3. Kid-friendly Sleep Devices - Sleep devices for children combine natural and scientific functions to provide soothing sensory experiences that drastically improve sleep quality.
Industry Implications
1. Toy Industry - The use of smart interactive technologies and cute designs in traditional children's products is an opportunity for innovation, providing parents and children with a sense of comfort and convenience.
2. Health and Wellness Industry - The combination of natural and scientific functions in sleep devices can appeal to those looking for alternative remedies to promote a better night's rest.
3. Publishing Industry - Interactive plush toys and comic books can inspire creativity and cultivate a love of reading in children, providing opportunities for cross-promotion and brand partnerships.
4.5
Score
Popularity
Activity
Freshness
Patterns
Megatrends
5 Featured, 45 Examples:
102,983 Total Clicks
Date Range:
Feb 20 — Aug 22
Trending:
Warm
Consumer Insight Topics:

Related Examples

Life-Size Claw Machines
Life-Size Claw Machines
Squishmallows is Inviting Fans to Drop Into the Brand Like Never Before
RPG-Inspired Plush Toys
RPG-Inspired Plush Toys
Kobold Plushies Offer a Cute Version of Tabletop Gaming Characters
Cartoon-Celebrating Salad Promotions
Cartoon-Celebrating Salad Promotions
This Florette Salads Promotion Marks Minions: The Rise of Gru
Hard-Wearing Sustainable Dog Toys
Hard-Wearing Sustainable Dog Toys
Beco Pet's Rough & Tough Toys are Made from 80% Recycled Plastic
Fully Recycled Soft Toys
Fully Recycled Soft Toys
Character Options’ Licensed Plush Toys Use 100% Recycled Materials
Cartoon Brand Snack Collaborations
Cartoon Brand Snack Collaborations
The Hello Kitty x Pringles Collection is Coming This Spring
Exclusive Cartoon Plush Toys
Exclusive Cartoon Plush Toys
The ‘Online Exclusive Disney Kanga & Roo’ are Soft and Adorable
play_circle_filledArt-Inspired Plush Toys
Art-Inspired Plush Toys
The ‘Build-A-Bear X Van Gogh Museum Sunflowers Bear’ is a Collectors Item
Large Animal Plush Toys
Large Animal Plush Toys
The 'Polar Bear Oversized Plush Cuddle Animal Body Pillow' is Very Soft
Exclusive Plush Toys
Exclusive Plush Toys
Indigo's Exclusive Yeti Squishmallow is Now in Stock
Environmental Awareness NFTs
Environmental Awareness NFTs
Burly Bears is a Project That Challenges Stigmas Surrounding Nfts
NFT-Making Software Features
NFT-Making Software Features
Photoshop's New 'Prepare as NFT' Feature Supports Market Verification
DIY Entertainment Lighting Systems
DIY Entertainment Lighting Systems
The Govee Immersion Kit Maximizes User Experiences
Festive Dairy-Free Chocolate Products
Festive Dairy-Free Chocolate Products
These New Moo Free Treats Come in Two Varieties
Character-Led Theme Park Services
Character-Led Theme Park Services
The Disney Genie Service Will Help Guests Maximize Visits
Melanated Baby Skincare Brands
Melanated Baby Skincare Brands
Proudly is a Skincare Brand for Babies with Melanin-Rich Skin
Cat-Calming Wall Diffusers
Cat-Calming Wall Diffusers
Comfort Zone's Opticalm Diffuser Signals Cats to Relax
Multifunctional Action Cam Lights
Multifunctional Action Cam Lights
The GoPro Light Mod Offers Four Levels of Brightness and More
Milky Candy Diffuser Scents
Milky Candy Diffuser Scents
Fujiya Co. Launches the New Nostalgic Peko-Chan Reed Diffuser
Disney-Themed Fragrance Diffusers
Disney-Themed Fragrance Diffusers
Pura and Disney Joined to Launch the 'Frozen II' Home Fragrances
3D-Printed Snowman Kits
3D-Printed Snowman Kits
Sugar Labs' Playful Three-Piece Snowman Set is Made from Printed Sugar
Cold Air Technology Diffusers
Cold Air Technology Diffusers
The AromaTech BT Home Diffuser Works in 1,000 Square Feet
Terracotta Aroma Oil Diffusers
Terracotta Aroma Oil Diffusers
This Stunning Diffuser takes Inspiration from the Lotus Flower
Customizable Character Oil Diffusers
Customizable Character Oil Diffusers
The Conceptual 'BOOP' Aromatherapy Diffuser is Charming
Children Cough Diffuser Blends
Children Cough Diffuser Blends
Saje's Fortify Petite Bring Kids Cold Relief Through Aromatherapy
Screen-Free Story Time Speakers
Screen-Free Story Time Speakers
The 'StoryPod' Smart Speaker Plays Stories, Music and More
Talking Pet Toys
Talking Pet Toys
Yoego-Direct Released the Yoego Talking Hamster That Can Repeat Phrases
App-Integrated Pet Toys
App-Integrated Pet Toys
Hatchimals Launched the 'Hatchtopia Life' Line of Plush Toys with an App
Empathy-Developing Toy Sets
Empathy-Developing Toy Sets
The Melissa & Doug Company Launched a Toy Set for Kids to Act as Vets
Auto-Laser Pet Toys
Auto-Laser Pet Toys
The PetDroid Boltz Can Remotely Stimulate Pets Though Random Laser Movements
Eco Pet Waste Pails
Eco Pet Waste Pails
The 'GoodWag' Pet Waste System Streamlines Cleanups
Sustainable Versatile Parkas
Sustainable Versatile Parkas
The Cloud Jacket from Houdini Can Be Worn Multiple Ways
Slow-Roasted Dog Treats
Slow-Roasted Dog Treats
Bow Wow Labs' Natural Dog Treats are Free from Artificial Ingredients
play_circle_filledFunctional Liquid Pet Treats
Functional Liquid Pet Treats
LIQ's Low-Calorie Treats are Packaged in Bottles to Massage Pets
Color-Changing Breakfast Cereals
Color-Changing Breakfast Cereals
The Magic Fruity Pebbles Cereal Changes the Color of Milk
Anti-Smartphone Alarm Clocks
Anti-Smartphone Alarm Clocks
The Mudita Bell Helps Users Get Better Rest
Daylight-Mimicking Alarm Clocks
Daylight-Mimicking Alarm Clocks
The 'RISEME' Alarm Clock Offers Urbanites a Touch of the Sun
Anti-Smartphone Alarm Clocks
Anti-Smartphone Alarm Clocks
The Punkt AC01 Alarm Clock Encourages Users to Turn Off Devices
Runaway Alarm Clocks
Runaway Alarm Clocks
Clocky Wheels Itself Away and Hides to Make Sure Users Wake Up
Mood Light Alarm Clocks
Mood Light Alarm Clocks
La Crosse Effortlessly Fuses Technology with an Ethereal Aesthetic
Youngster Sleep Training Clocks
Youngster Sleep Training Clocks
The VOBOT Smart Sleep Trainer Connects to Amazon Alexa
Mountainous Oil Diffusers
Mountainous Oil Diffusers
This Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser Shares a Child-Friendly Design
Interactive Avian Alarm Clocks
Interactive Avian Alarm Clocks
'THE BIRD' Alarm Clock Wakes You Up with a Bird's Song
Bulbously Bold Alarm Clocks
Bulbously Bold Alarm Clocks
This Brandson Equipment Alarm Clock by Claudius Dreyer is Stylish
Malleable Toy Alarm Clocks
Malleable Toy Alarm Clocks
The MUID 'Wake-Up Bear' is a Nightlight, Alarm Clock and More