Exceptionally soft. Squeezable. Plush. Naturally lavender-scented. Made for the moments when someone could use a hug.

Designed for adults. This is not a children's toy.

The Pause Yooper Bear is an adult botanical comfort keepsake filled with dried lavender and created as a thoughtful gift for relaxation, remembrance, encouragement, sympathy, or simply sending someone a little piece of the Upper Peninsula.

For adult use only. Ages 18+. Not intended for children or for use as a toy.

When you want to send someone a comforting hug but can't, send the Yooper Bear. 

Bring a little of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula home to hold.

Unlike traditional weighted lavender animals filled with rice, flax or other heavy grains, the Yooper Bear stays soft, airy and squeezable. A large sachet's worth of real Pause Lavender Farm lavender buds from our latest harvest are nestled throughout the plush filling, releasing their natural fragrance whenever the bear is hugged or gently squeezed.

Real Lavender. No Synthetic Fragrance.

Each Yooper Bear is finished with farm-grown lavender at Pause Lavender Farm in Michigan's Upper Peninsula.

Lavender-infused plush

The outer plush is lightly scented with our lavender hydrosol before finishing, adding a gentle layer of botanical fragrance.

Real lavender buds inside

Loose lavender buds from our latest harvest are distributed within the soft polyester filling rather than contained in a heavy grain pouch. An entire large sachet's worth is in the filling.

Squeeze to refresh the scent

Gently squeezing and hugging the bear moves the lavender buds and helps release more of their naturally aromatic oils.

The result is a bear that smells like real lavender because it contains real lavender - not artificial lavender fragrance.

Soft Instead of Weighted

The Yooper Bear is intentionally not a weighted stuffed animal.

There are no heavy flaxseed, rice or wheat packs inside. The bear remains plush, lightweight and easy to hold, making it especially suited to someone who wants the fragrance and comfort of lavender without the weight of a traditional weighted animal.

A Meaningful Comfort Gift

Some gifts celebrate. Others simply say, “I’m thinking about you" or "I'm sending you a hug."

The Yooper Bear can make a thoughtful gift for:

• someone missing home
• Someone away on a trip or staying somewhere unfamiliar
• a friend going through a difficult season
• someone grieving the loss of a loved one or beloved pet
• college students or travelers
• lavender lovers
• anyone who needs a cuddle buddy during times of uncertainty

Made in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula

Finished at: Pause Lavender Farm, Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Lavender: Real farm-grown lavender buds
Fragrance: Natural lavender; no synthetic fragrance oils
Feel: Ultra-soft, lightweight plush
Fill: Polyester plush fill with lavender buds
Weighted: No
Each one: Individually prepared and finished

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the lavender scent last?

Natural lavender gradually softens with time rather than remaining at the same intensity forever. Gently squeezing or massaging the Yooper Bear helps disturb the lavender buds and release more of their natural aroma.

Because we use real lavender rather than synthetic fragrance, variation in scent strength is normal.

Is the Yooper Bear weighted?

No. The Yooper Bear is a lightweight, soft alternative to weighted lavender animals. It contains plush polyester filling and real lavender buds rather than heavy grain packs.

Does it contain artificial lavender fragrance?

No. The lavender aroma comes from real lavender buds and lavender hydrosol.

Can I send one directly as a gift?

Yes. Enter the recipient’s address as the shipping address at checkout. The bear arrives finished with its Pause Lavender Farm tag and can be sent directly to the recipient.

Is it a good sympathy gift?

It can be a particularly thoughtful choice when you want to send something more personal than flowers. A soft bear gives the recipient something tangible to hold while the natural lavender fragrance adds another sensory connection.

Care

Spot clean as needed. Do not immerse unless following the care instructions provided with your Yooper Bear. Allow the bear to dry completely before use or storage.

Shipping note: This item is currently unavailable for shipment to Pennsylvania or Massachusetts