For Parents & Educators

The images below reflect the feedback we’ve received from schools and family hubs. Thank you for the trust and support.

Myllo and toddler enjoying fruits and veggies together
A plush toy character, Myllo, lies beside a toddler in bed. The child is peacefully sleeping, hugging Myllo for comfort.
A toddler happily hugs the Meluna plushie while standing outside with a dog nearby. The child looks joyful and comfortable holding Meluna.
Meluna plushie sits at a small table with a toddler. Both are smiling and having fun while eating fruits and vegetables from their plates.

An Unexpected Discovery: Why SEN Students Responded More Enthusiastically To Myllo & Meluna

I initially designed Myllo & Meluna to help all children develop healthy habits. However, a primary school head teacher recently alerted me to an extraordinary finding: their SEN students were significantly more responsive to my characters than their neurotypical peers. This unexpected discovery has highlighted a critical connection I am now committed to understanding. I am currently completing the Open University’s Autism Awareness course and look forward to collaborating with neurodivergent families to gather essential feedback. My goal is to understand the depth of this connection and ensure I serve the ND community with the respect, knowledge, and dedication they deserve.

Myllo’s Edutainment Guide: Use Play to Teach Kids Healthy Habits!>>>

Myllo the plush veg and fruit plush surrounded by his fruit and vegetable friends, introducing the concept of edutainment and healthy habits via play.

More Than Toys: How Plush Friends Support Growing Hearts at Every Age

A woman holding a teddy bear close to her chest with a gentle, comforting smile.

We all remember that one soft toy we loved the most. Maybe it was a bear, a bunny, or a bright, smiley friend who made the world feel safe.
For children and adults alike, soft toys are more than things to cuddle. They’re quiet companions that comfort, teach, and remind us that care can be found in the smallest, softest moments. Continue reading>>>

TESTIMONIALS

-Caedmon Primary School, Gateshead-

Feedback from pupils on our colouring book:
The book is perfect for younger children. It has a clear message about being healthy, with lots of variety and easy-to-colour pages. It’s relaxing and helps with both mental and physical health!

-South Street Primary School, Gateshead-

Feedback from staff and students:
Our SEN children responded really well to the plush toys, and the younger pupils enjoyed the colouring book too. It’s a lovely concept that brings healthy habits to life. The Head Teacher suggested that using more primary shapes in the designs could make it even more effective.

-Family Hub, Deckham, Gateshead-

Feedback from local parents:
The toys supported children’s eating and sleeping routines, and sparked fun imaginary play using the food body parts. Parents also noticed their children recognising patterns in stitching and colours. A lovely resource!

Hold Tight, Feel Right: How Plush Toys Can Help Autistic Children Aged 3 and Up

Sometimes the world can feel too loud, too bright or too busy for children on the autism spectrum. When that happens, a soft friend in your child’s arms can make a big difference. Plush toys are not just toys. Continue>>>

Autistic child sitting quietly on a soft cushion, cuddling a plush toy in a calm, cosy corner at home.

How Artful Play Encourages Healthy Choices

ArtyAnt Creations and MnMCutesy two colourful soft toy characters designed for children aged and up, promoting healthy food choices through playful fruit and vegetable themes.


Anatoly, founder, turned his own health journey into a mission: designing tools that help kids learn good habits, like eating fruits and veggies, through storytelling and creative play.

READ THE FULL STORY

We are on a mission to help as many little ones as possible!

Myllo and Meluna All the Benefits Explained in One Image

Myllo and Meluna bring comfort, connection, healthy habits, and calm to bedtime.

Kids colouring Myllo and Meluna Book, Myllo and Meluna Plushies here to help.

WE ARE ON A MISSION TO HELP PARENTS AND KIDS

Promotional image of Miss Cutesy Meluna, a plush toy character with a body inspired by six different fruits and vegetables: her head is a tomato, with other parts made from a green apple, strawberries, a pear, lemons, and celery, displayed against a dark background.

Meet your child’s plush pals who make healthy habits feel playful.

Myllo and Meluna are plush pals inspired by 6 or 7 real fruits and vegetables—making healthy eating fun.

They play, comfort, and teach, turning everyday routines like snack time or bedtime into moments of learning and joy.

Promotional image of Mr. Cutesy Myllo, a plush toy designed with elements representing seven different fruits and vegetables: a red apple for his head, beetroot, strawberries, a pineapple, celery, carrots, and kiwi, arranged around him against a dark background.

TO PARENTS

Give your child more than just a friend—Myllo and Meluna are plushies inspired by real fruits and vegetables.

  • Each character blends 6 or 7 real fruits and vegetables, making healthy eating feel fun and familiar.
  • They play, comfort, and teach, bringing wellness into your child’s day through storytelling and routine.
  • These soft, colourful characters turn snack time, bedtime, or playtime into moments of learning that stick.
MEET MYLLO & MELUNA
Healthy eating for kids with Myllo and Meluna plush toys and smiling children
OUR HABITS TRACKERS

Learn why playful learning supports your child’s growth:

Children smiling and learning through fun and play, supported by research from the LEGO Foundation and American Academy of Pediatrics

Play isn’t just fun—it’s a learning tool. Tap the buttons below to explore expert-backed reasons why.

Explore the Research – American Academy
Learn Why Play Matters – LEGO Foundation
Build Mr Cutesy Myllo from real fruits and vegetables; a playful, hands-on activity to teach kids healthy habits

Parents—turn mealtime into learning time with Mr Cutesy Myllo.

Activity Steps :

  1. Gather these fruits and veg: pineapple, beetroot, 2 carrots, 2 kiwis, red apple, 2 strawberries, celery stalks.
  2. Set them out on a table beside Mr Cutesy Myllo.
  3. Encourage your child to match the real food to Myllo’s colours and shapes.
  4. Talk about each fruit and veggie as they play—it’s a tasty, colourful lesson.
Start the Myllo Activity