ARK Z-Vibe®
Z-Vibe® is a clever little tool for both children and adults that uses gentle vibrations to “wake up” the senses inside the mouth. It was developed by American physician and speech therapy specialist Debbie Lowsky, who created Z-Vibe® in 2000 to support the children she worked with in her own clinic.
She went on to start the company ARK with her husband, who is an engineer. Today they offer more than 100 different tools designed to stimulate the muscles and sensitivity in the mouth – including the receptors in the jaw, lips, palate, tongue, and oral cavity that send important signals to the brain and help regulate our overall wellbeing.
What can Z-Vibe® do?
Z-Vibe® creates tiny tingles and bubbly sensations on the skin. It’s specially designed to stimulate the mouth, tongue, gums, and lips – but it can also be used on other parts of the body wherever the gentle vibrations feel pleasant and helpful.
It’s a wonderful tool if your child needs a little help becoming more aware of the sensations in their own body. Think of those moments when your child refuses vegetables because the texture of broccoli or tomato seeds feels strange or unfamiliar.
With Z-Vibe®, you can help your child gradually get used to different textures so new sensations in the mouth feel less overwhelming and more manageable.
Great for the mouth and lips
Z-Vibe® is also a helpful tool for strengthening the muscles in the mouth – for example if your child struggles with certain sounds or has difficulty using their lips correctly. The gentle vibrations help the muscles in the mouth work together and become stronger.
Easy to use at home and in professional settings
Z-Vibe® is small and fits comfortably in your hand, making it easy for your child to bring along when needed. The handle is easy to grip, and you can change the tip to match your child’s needs.
Z-Vibe® can be soothing for children who need help calming themselves.
When you first introduce it, start with short sessions. If your child finds it pleasant, you can slowly increase the duration. Every child experiences it differently.
Speech therapists and other professionals who help children learn to use their mouth muscles correctly often use the Z-Vibe®. It is also used in occupational therapy as a therapeutic tool that can both stimulate the senses and help create calm. If you plan to use the Z-Vibe® at home, we recommend seeking guidance from an occupational therapist. You can find more information at ARK Therapeutic here.
Additional information
Extra batteries and replacement parts for your Z-Vibe® are available, so it’s always ready when you need it.
Made from TPE plastic approved for medical use.
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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What makes this product special
Z-Vibe® is a clever little tool for both children and adults that uses gentle vibrations to “wake up” the senses inside the mouth. It was developed by American physician and speech therapy specialist Debbie Lowsky, who created Z-Vibe® in 2000 to support the children she worked with in her own clinic.
She went on to start the company ARK with her husband, who is an engineer. Today they offer more than 100 different tools designed to stimulate the muscles and sensitivity in the mouth – including the receptors in the jaw, lips, palate, tongue, and oral cavity that send important signals to the brain and help regulate our overall wellbeing.
What can Z-Vibe® do?
Z-Vibe® creates tiny tingles and bubbly sensations on the skin. It’s specially designed to stimulate the mouth, tongue, gums, and lips – but it can also be used on other parts of the body wherever the gentle vibrations feel pleasant and helpful.
It’s a wonderful tool if your child needs a little help becoming more aware of the sensations in their own body. Think of those moments when your child refuses vegetables because the texture of broccoli or tomato seeds feels strange or unfamiliar.
With Z-Vibe®, you can help your child gradually get used to different textures so new sensations in the mouth feel less overwhelming and more manageable.
Great for the mouth and lips
Z-Vibe® is also a helpful tool for strengthening the muscles in the mouth – for example if your child struggles with certain sounds or has difficulty using their lips correctly. The gentle vibrations help the muscles in the mouth work together and become stronger.
Easy to use at home and in professional settings
Z-Vibe® is small and fits comfortably in your hand, making it easy for your child to bring along when needed. The handle is easy to grip, and you can change the tip to match your child’s needs.
Z-Vibe® can be soothing for children who need help calming themselves.
When you first introduce it, start with short sessions. If your child finds it pleasant, you can slowly increase the duration. Every child experiences it differently.
Speech therapists and other professionals who help children learn to use their mouth muscles correctly often use the Z-Vibe®. It is also used in occupational therapy as a therapeutic tool that can both stimulate the senses and help create calm. If you plan to use the Z-Vibe® at home, we recommend seeking guidance from an occupational therapist. You can find more information at ARK Therapeutic here.
Additional information
Extra batteries and replacement parts for your Z-Vibe® are available, so it’s always ready when you need it.
Made from TPE plastic approved for medical use.Suitable for children aged 2 yrs. to Seniors
Some children suck, chew, and nibble on things to calm their nervous system by stimulating the many nerve endings of the teeth and mouth. There is no risk associated with a strong need to chew on things, but if you would like to give shirt sleeves, pillows, and pencils a break, then a sensory chew toy is a good idea. Sensory chew toys are an umbrella term for chew jewellery, chew toys, chew necklaces, and vibrating chew toys for children who feel such a strong need to chew on something that special tools are needed to provide oral sensory input. Our chew tools are all hygienic and safe to use.
If out of the blue your child starts behaving differently or doesn’t want to eat, or if you want to get your child the vibrating oral motor tool Z-vibe, it's a good idea to get guidance from an occupational therapist.
The activity supports skill development and is wonderful for your child's well-being:
- Gives your child an opportunity to relax and immerse themselves.
- A playful way to stimulateyour child's tactile sense (sense of touch), which supports their well-being.
- A great way to boost your child's language comprehension through play.
| Item number | 1237-ZV100ROYAL |
|---|---|
| Age | 2 yrs., 2.5 yrs., 3 yrs., 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. , 11 yrs. , 12 yrs. , 13 yrs. , 14+ yrs. , Seniors |
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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