moonbuddy, the screen-free breathing buddy for sensitive, curious kids ages 6–12
Helps your child wind down at bedtime, settle before school, and find their own pace. No app needed.
- Helps your child wind down at bedtime. Even on the hard nights.
- One button. No app. No screen. Stops itself after 4 minutes, so there is no overuse risk.
- Fits in any backpack. No charger to forget, no setup to remember.
- Kids make it their own with sleeves they can swap themselves (sleeves sold separately).
“The kids reach for moonbuddy themselves when they need to calm down. My youngest, who often wakes scared at night, falls asleep quickly with it, and grabs it again if he wakes up. That’s saved my own night’s rest as much as theirs.”
Tactile breathing guidance. Bibi’s tummy gently expands and contracts, creating a soothing, hands-on way for children to follow calm, natural breathing patterns.
Simple one-button operation. Just press the button to turn it on, select a breathing rhythm, and let it guide your child through a calming session.
Four breathing rhythms. Scientifically designed rhythms let you choose the pace that best suits your child’s age and relaxation needs.
Interchangeable sleeves. Personalize moonbuddy by swapping out sleeves with fun designs featuring Bibi the bird or Barry the bear. With more characters coming soon!
Completely screen-free. Encourages mindfulness while keeping children away from excess screen time.
What’s included
- 1× moonbuddy device
- 1× moonbuddy sleeve
- 1× USB-C charger
- 1× physical instruction manual
Breathing rhythms
- Green light: 10 breaths per minute (2.8 s inhale, 2.8 s exhale)
- Blue light: 8.5 breaths per minute (3.5 s inhale, 3.5 s exhale)
- Red light: 10 breaths per minute (2.5 s inhale, 3.2 s exhale)
- Yellow light: 6 breaths per minute (5 s inhale, 5 s exhale)
Just like the moonbird, moonbuddy offers tactile guidance for breathing exercises. Its belly expands and contracts, allowing your child to breathe along calmly.
With a single button you can turn it on and switch between exercises. After four minutes, it stops automatically, so your child doesn’t go on for too long. Charging is easy with a USB-C cable, so no external batteries are needed.
The interchangeable sleeves make it extra fun. We currently have two versions: Bibi the bird and Barry the bear, with more characters on the way.
Best of all: moonbuddy is completely app-free, so your child isn’t tied to a smartphone.
- Size: 93 mm (L) × 51 mm (W) × 45 mm (H)
- Weight: 88 grams
- Battery life: 120 minutes (over 20 sessions of 4 minutes each)
- Charging: USB-C magnetic charging cable included
- Materials: durable, child-safe ABS, silicone, and TPU
We know you’ll love it. But just in case, we offer a free return and full refund within 30 days, with a 100% money-back guarantee. Our return policy does not apply to single-use items, and bundled products must be returned in full.
Note: this 30-day money-back guarantee applies only to purchases on moonbird.life or shop.moonbird.life. Moonbuddy is covered by a two-year warranty against defects in materials or artisanship from the original purchase date.
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How does it work?
Moonbuddy’s tummy moves in and out, just like real breathing. Your child can hold it and breathe along: breathe in when moonbuddy expands, breathe out when it contracts. This makes them feel calm and relaxed right away.
- Expands and contracts to give the breathing pace
- Four calming breathing exercises
- Start by pressing the button, stops automatically
Screen-free, calming breathing exercises, anytime, anywhere.
Moonbuddies are a comforting and fun companion, promoting relaxation and stress relief in any situation. Help your child develop self-soothing skills and relaxing rituals that fit seamlessly into school, bedtime, and on-the-go routines.
- Bedtime
- School
- On-the-go
Tactile breathing exercises
Breathe along with the tummy of the moonbuddy
Screen-free and portable
Make relaxation fun, with an intuitive design that encourages independent use and helps your child develop self-soothing skills
Changeable sleeves
Kids can customize their moonbuddy with vibrant, easy-to-clean sleeves
Four different breathing patterns
Breathing patterns tailored to the age of the child for effective relaxation
Ease of use
Moonbuddies are designed with simplicity in mind. One button to start, stops automatically, and a rechargeable battery for hassle-free use.
Changeable sleeves to personalise your moonbuddy. Collect ’em all.
Easily swap out our vibrant sleeves. With various options there’s always a perfect match for your child. Switch it up as they grow and explore new adventures!
No app means screen-free relaxation.
We deliberately kept technology in the background. There is no Bluetooth Low Energy and no Wi-Fi emitted. Moonbuddy is designed to be intuitive and non-distracting, so your child can focus on relaxation without being overwhelmed by screens.
- Recharge via USB-C cable
- Easy one-button control to start
Small device with big impact
Our mission is to enable people, both adults and kids, to use their breathing to promote health and well-being. See how we do this by exploring the figures below.
Size: 93 mm (L) × 51 mm (W) × 45 mm (H). Weight: 88 grams.
Battery run time is 120 minutes. This means moonbuddy can be used over 20 cycles of 4 minutes. Recharge moonbuddy via the included magnetic USB-C charging cable.
Customize your kid’s favorite moonbuddy with awesome sleeves in different colors and designs. Sleeves are sold separately and are made of ABS, silicone and TPU. Sleeves and devices can be cleaned with a damp cloth and mild soap or alcogel.
Four scientifically tuned rhythms. A higher breathing rate is typically advised for younger children. Press the start button to switch between exercises. Green: 8.5 bpm; Blue: 9 bpm with longer exhale; Red: 10.5 bpm; Yellow: 6 bpm. Each session lasts 4 minutes and stops automatically.
Moonbuddy is based on scientific research on breathing exercises, recommended for children by institutions like the NHS, Mayo Clinic, the American Academy of Pediatrics and Harvard. Co-developed with independent research lab LicaLab (Thomas More University). Moonbuddy is a consumer product, not a medical device.
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Frequently asked questions
Moonbuddy is a handheld breathing device, just like the moonbird. It provides tactile guidance for slow breathing exercises. Hold it in your hand and feel the expansion and contraction. Mimic the rhythm with your breathing: inhale when the device expands, exhale when it contracts.
Yes. Moonbuddy is based on scientific research on breathing exercises, and breathing exercises for children are recommended by the NHS, Mayo Clinic, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and Harvard. We co-developed our products with independent research lab LicaLab (Thomas More University). Moonbuddy is a consumer product, not a medical device. Always seek the advice of a doctor for any medical condition.
Both our own and external scientific research show that slow breathing exercises improve sleep quality. We hear from parents every day that moonbuddy helps their children fall asleep faster and have a better night’s sleep overall.
Yes. You can return it within 30 days for a full refund. The 30-day money-back guarantee applies only to purchases made on moonbird.life or shop.moonbird.life.