Stokke® Yoga™ is the first of its kind, featuring innovative dual-motion technology with motor-free bouncing and swinging movements—initiated by the baby or caregiver. Developed with input from physiotherapists, it’s designed to soothe, stimulate, and support development.
The unique movement is patent-pending and made to trigger the vestibular system, giving babies the stimulation they naturally crave. Vestibular stimulation is triggered by gentle motions like swinging, bouncing, and rocking—which in turn can improve balance, soothe little ones, and support essential developmental milestones like posture, sitting, crawling, and walking.
Designer Bianca Hanauer highlights the inspiration behind the brand-new design, “Through talking to families worldwide, we learned that it is more beneficial to combine different movements in one product. Babies’ needs are constantly changing depending on their development stage, their mood and their age—therefore the movement has to adapt.”
The development process was thorough, focusing on user needs through research in key markets (US, China, and Europe), on-site studies, and user testing at every stage. This iterative approach ensured thoughtful adjustments for a purposeful product. It stands out from the market as it offers parents a versatile two-in-one product. As one participant from user testing shared, “I prefer the bouncing motion because it keeps the baby the most engaged and it’s easier to play with the baby […] My partner prefers the swinging motion as it soothes the baby.”