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Darne Creations

Limited Edition Mini Ollie the Octopus

Limited Edition Mini Ollie the Octopus

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$49.97 AUD
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Benefits for Babies

  • Helps reduce heart rate and respiratory rate for NICU babies.
  • Encourages bonding through its soft, textured design.
  • Handmade with love by a heart mum and midwife.
  • Crafted using safe, hospital-approved materials.
  • A unique keepsake for families of medical babies.

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  • Free Returns on eligible products within 15 days of delivery.
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Wash & Care

Care for Hand Crocheted Items

  • Gentle Warm Machine Wash
  • Always use a Wash Bag
  • Dry Flat (no pegs as it will mark)
  • Do Not Bleach or Iron

Specially designed for NICU babies and handmade by a midwife and heart mama, Mini Ollie the Octopus offers a lifeline of connection, security, and love for the tiniest fighters and their families.

Why families love Mini Ollie:

  • Promotes calm and relaxation: Mimics the feel of the umbilical cord, helping to reduce heart rate and respiratory rate.
  • Encourages bonding: Provides a way for parents to connect with their babies during medical journeys.
  • Thoughtfully handmade: Each Ollie is crafted with care for ultimate comfort and quality.
  • NICU-friendly design: Perfectly sized for tiny hands, using soft, baby-safe materials.
  • A gift with meaning: Loved by families and backed by real stories of hope and healing.

Ollie isn’t just a comfort item—it’s a heartfelt gift that makes a difference in the lives of babies and their families.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Why choose Ollie?

Proven By Research

Research shows NICU octopuses help calm babies by mimicking the feel of the umbilical cord, reducing heart and respiratory rates and promoting a sense of safety.

Research shows NICU octopuses help calm babies by mimicking the feel of the umbilical cord, reducing heart and respiratory rates and promoting a sense of safety.

Promotes Bonding

Ollie helps parents bond with their baby during those tough NICU moments, providing comfort and connection when it’s needed most.

Ollie helps parents bond with their baby during those tough NICU moments, providing comfort and connection when it’s needed most.

Handmade in Adelaide

Each octopus takes about 2 hours to crochet, embroider, and package with care and love by a heart mum and ex-midwife.

Each octopus takes about 2 hours to crochet, embroider, and package with care and love by a heart mum and ex-midwife.

How it works

Keep Ollie close to your heart before placing it with your baby, so they can feel your love and be soothed by your familiar scent.

Each tentacle is thoughtfully designed to mimic the feel of the umbilical cord. When your baby grasps it, they experience a soothing sense of calm, reminiscent of the safe, warm, and nurturing environment of the womb.

Keep Ollie close to your heart before placing it with your baby, so they can feel your love and be soothed by your familiar scent.

Each tentacle is thoughtfully designed to mimic the feel of the umbilical cord. When your baby grasps it, they experience a soothing sense of calm, reminiscent of the safe, warm, and nurturing environment of the womb.

Hospital-Grade Cleanliness

Made with durable, high-quality materials, Ollie the Octopus can be safely washed at 100°C, ensuring it's clean and hygienic for even the most delicate NICU babies.

Made with durable, high-quality materials, Ollie the Octopus can be safely washed at 100°C, ensuring it's clean and hygienic for even the most delicate NICU babies.

Thoughtful Gifting Made Easy

Whether for a NICU family or a special keepsake, Ollie is the perfect gift to show love and support during life’s most tender moments.

Whether for a NICU family or a special keepsake, Ollie is the perfect gift to show love and support during life’s most tender moments.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the benefits of a NICU Octopus?

  • Mimics the umbilical cord, providing familiarity and comfort.
  • Prevents accidental removal of medical equipment, reducing trauma.
  • Helps stabilize heart rate and increase oxygenation.
  • Doubles as a gentle support for intubation tubing.
  • Grows with your baby, becoming a cherished companion and a super cute way to track growth milestones.

Do all hospitals allow NICU Octopuses?

While some hospitals have strict rules, many parents find Ollie becomes a cherished keepsake beyond the NICU journey.

Hospital policies regarding toys vary, and we cannot be held responsible if Ollie isn't permitted in your NICU.

What are they made of?

Our octopuses are handmade using the softest yarn available. It has passed the highest standard, suitable for direct contact with the most sensitive skin, even babies and small children.
Material: 100% Polyester

Can I return it if the hospital doesn't allow them?

Worry-Free Purchase: Concerned about hospital regulations? Our hassle-free returns policy ensures you can shop with confidence. If your NICU doesn't allow Ollie, simply return him for a full refund—no questions asked. While some hospitals have strict rules, many parents find Ollie becomes a cherished keepsake beyond the NICU journey.

Do they actually work to calm babies?

Proven through anecdotal medical research from countries around the world.
Study excerpt: "Parental impressions of the project were overwhelmingly positive as assessed by a postal survey. 100% of parents surveyed reported that they liked the project. All parents surveyed felt that the programme was beneficial to their babies and 100% reported that the programme helped improve their involvement in their babies care."

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