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🏆 TIME Best Inventions of 2025

A Screen-Free Breathwork Buddy for sensitive, curious kids aged 5-12

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Help your child wind down before bed, without screen.

Helps with bedtime, school stress and emotional regulation
No app, no screen, no setup
One button, 4-minute calming sessions
Recommended by Australian OTs and backed by local support*
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Loved by Parents, Trusted by Therapists*

Moonbuddy helps children slow their breathing, feel safe and settle back to sleep more naturally, especially during those hard nights when they wake at night or feeling anxious.

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Trusted by Australian Occupational Therapist*

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"I'm an OT & have been trialling the moonbuddy with some clients who are really liking it & finding it helpful for calming & self regulating.

The tactile feedback from the tummy going in & out works so well for helping people slow their breathing & match to the moonbuddy.

It's really simple to use & select the different breathing rates. It makes a sort of a purring noise as it breathes in & out (which I imagine is from the little motor driving the movement).

Some of my clients have said that it's the bear snoring & they like to stay quiet while they are using it so they don't wake the bear. Great product & very effective."

Evan W. Occupational Therapist (WA)

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Why Kids Need Something They Can Feel

When kids struggle to fall asleep or wake up unsettled during the night, Moonbuddy gives them a calming rhythm to hold, follow and breathe along with.

It helps them settle back to sleep more naturally, so the whole family can rest a little easier.

Customer Review:

“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.”

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    "It has proven effective, helping me drift off, and worked well for my 10-year-old daughter."

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    For my son with ADHD

    "It’s also compact enough that he can pack it as a sensory-friendly travel companion for long car rides and noisy, chaotic airports. "

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    Kid-friendly adjustments

    "Children really resonated with the idea that when a small animal breathes and its belly expands, their bellies expand as well."

Moonbuddy calming device showing how children breathe along with soft light and gentle movement.

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.

Moonbuddy breathing coach helping a child practise calm breathing on a couch.

4 Breathing Modes

Moonbuddy's tummy gently expands and contracts, giving children a simple rhythm they can feel in their hands.

Each session lasts 4 minutes and stops automatically. Typically, more breathing per min for younger children.

Mode 1: 6 breaths per/min.

Mode 2: 8.5 breaths per/min.

Mode 3: 9 breaths per/min (box breathing).

Mode 4: 10.5 breaths per/min.

Great for 3-year-old boy

Great for 3-year-old boy

"My son of 3 years old always had a hard time falling asleep. Since he uses his Moonbuddy its much easier and he doesnt need us parents as much anymore for coregulation."

Annick Schott, May 5, 2026

Helps calm and soothe

Helps calm and soothe

"The Moonbuddy has been great for my daughter who uses it to calm down if upset or if something is bothering her. I can see her physically relax as she goes through a breath cycle, sometimes I think she’s even falling asleep!“

Lindsey Besio, May 4,2026

Moonbuddy breathing aid for children helping kids calm down and relax at bedtime.

The science behind slow breathing

Slow breathing is scientifically proven to reduce stress and anxiety. Read all about it in our white paper

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2025 Finalist Best New ProductAward ATSA Assistive techology suppliers Australia.

Best New Product Finalist

The moonbird and moonbuddy have been selected as a finalists for the 2025 ATSA best new product award.

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Product Details

About moonbuddy

Tactile breathing guidance
Moonbuddie’s tummy gently expands and contracts, creating a soothing, hands-on way for children to follow calm, natural breathing patterns. 

Simple one-button operation
Moonbuddy is designed with simplicity in mind. 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
Moonbuddy offers four scientifically designed breathing rhythms, allowing you to choose the pace that best suits your child’s age and relaxation needs.

Completely screen-free
It’s completely screen-free, encouraging mindfulness while keeping children away from excess screen time.

What’s included

  • 1x moonbuddy device
  • 1x moonbuddy sleeve
  • 1x USB-C charger
  • 1x physical instruction manual

Four breathing rhythms:

  • Green light: 10 breaths per minute (2.8s inhale, 2.8s exhale)
  • Blue light: 8.5 breaths per minute (3.5s inhale, 3.5s exhale)
  • Red light: 10 breaths per minute (2.5s inhale, 3.2s exhale)
  • Yellow light: 6 breaths per minute (5s inhale, 5s exhale) 

Specifications

  • Size: 93 mm (L) x 51 mm (W) x 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 materials including ABS, silicone, and TPU

How does moonbuddy work?

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.

Warranty & Support

WARRANTY: 2 Year local Australian warranty.

SUPPORT: Local Australian support. We have a local Australian phone number so you can talk to a real person if you have any questions.

Delivery

Fast free delivery within Australia.

- Express Delivery - $10.00

- Gift Wrapping - $5.00

We use Australia Post for all our deliveries.

Orders are dispatched from our Sydney warehouse same business day if ordered before 2PM (Sydney Time).

Click & Collect: Available for Sydney Customers at the following locations:

  • North Parramatta
  • Hornsby

30 Day Satisfaction Guarantee

You can try moonbuddy for 30 days. If you're not happy, we're not happy. You can return your moonbuddy for any reason. Simply contact our Australian support team via support@homelife.technologyand we'll help process your return.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the moonbuddy work?

Moonbuddies are handheld breathwork devices, just like the moonbird device. They provide tactile guidance to guide the user in doing slow breathing exercises. Hold the moonbuddy in your hand and feel the expansion and contraction of the moonbuddy in your hands. Mimic the breathing rhythm of the moonbuddy with your own breathing: inhale when the device expands, exhale when it contracts.

Can it help my child fall asleep?

Internal and external scientific research has shown great results of the positive impact of slow breathing exercises have on improving sleep quality and other sleep parameters in adults. Additionally, there are many testimonials of parents saying it helped them as well as their children fall asleep faster and have a better night's sleep overall.

Has moonbuddy been tested? Is it safe to use?

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.

Does my child need an app to use moonbuddy?

No. There is no app for moonbuddy. It is specifically designed for use without a screen, for screen free breathing exercises.

Can I try a moonbuddy?

We're convinced you will love your moonbuddy. But we encourage you to try it out yourself. If you're not happy for any reason, you can return it within 30 days for a refund. Note: this satisfaction guarantee is only applicable for purchases made directly from moonbirdlife.au or homelifetech.com.au

Is there a breathing device for adults?

Yes. If you’re looking for a calming breathing device for adults, explore moonbird. It uses tactile breathing guidance and app-based biofeedback to help adults slow their breathing, relax and support better sleep routines.

Australian Support

At HOMELife Technology, we care about quality and local support.

✔︎ All products are backed local warranty and support so you know exactly what you are covered for.

✔︎ Every order is dispatched from Australian stock for fast reliable delivery.

✔︎ We're here to help. If you need help choosing the right model or setting it up, our Australian-based team is available to assist.