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The Keep Me Close Koala Pillow-Plush-Kobe|Comfort + Connection, Wherever You Are.

The Keep Me Close Koala Pillow-Plush-Kobe|Comfort + Connection, Wherever You Are.

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Meet Kobe — The Keep Me Close Koala Pillow-Plush

Kobe is the soft, huggable way for little ones to feel close to the people they love—whether they’re across town or across the world.
He’s a screen-free, customizable sound buddy that stores voices, stories, and songs, and even keeps favorite photos close at hand.


❤️ Why Kids (and Parents) Love Kobe

Feels like a hug from home
Snuggleable pillow-plush design brings instant comfort at bedtime, camp time, travel time—anytime.

Hear the ones you love
Record and upload messages, stories, and songs so your child can press and play whenever they miss someone.

Screen-free soothing
Pre-loaded with 5 audiobooks and 5 calming melodies for quiet time and wind-down routines.

Memories you can see
A snap-on mini “Black Book” photo holder tucks into Kobe’s arm—perfect for 4x6 photos of family, friends, or pets.


🎵 Simple, Squeeze-to-Play Controls

Right Paw: Play your custom message/story/playlist

Left & Right Ear: Quickly play the pre-loaded stories (one ear) and soothing melodies (the other)

Left Palm: Volume up/down with a gentle squeeze

Right Foot: Discreet USB port for uploads + headphone jack for private listening


💾 Load It with Love (It’s Easy!)

Plug the included USB cord into Kobe’s right foot.

Drag and drop your files—up to 50 custom audiobooks or 10 songs of your own.*

Unplug, cuddle, and press to play!

*Capacity is approximate and depends on file size/length.


📦 What’s Inside

Kobe, the Keep Me Close Koala Pillow-Plush

Pre-loaded audio: 5 audiobooks + 5 soothing melodies

Snap-on “Black Book” photo holder (fits standard 4x6 photos)

USB upload cable

Quick-start guide


🎧 Pre-Loaded Audiobooks

Sam & Mel: A Horse Story

Nyrah’s Bully

The Miserable Life of Tac; The Aluminum Can

Bentley’s Fur-ever Home

Braces and Smiles for MaeLee and Her Monkey Buddies


🌙 Soothing Melodies

The Child Goes to Sleep

Soft and Tender Song

Sleep Little Child

Childhood


🐨 Suggested Use Cases

First sleepovers, camp, or daycare

Military, travel, or long-distance families

Grandparent “story time” keepsake

Calming bedtime routines and quiet corners


👩👧 Parent Notes

Recommended age: 3+ (small components: removable photo holder & headphone jack)

Care: Spot clean plush exterior with a damp cloth; keep ports dry.

Audio formats: Common MP3/WAV work best.

Headphones: Standard 3.5 mm (not included).

 

For Ages 3+

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Sample Book Narrations & Soothing Music

Annette Bentley Smith