Sleep Elf: Pillow Robot that Pats and Sings Child to Sleep Mimicking A Parent

Child sleep problem is a significant concern for parents, persisting from infancy to the school-age years. Sleep-related issues not only impact a child's health and development but can also lead to parental experiences of depression and anxiety. In response to this challenge, we have designed a child sleep companion robot aimed at facilitating a swift and independent transition to sleep for children. Our approach involves a high fidelity product interaction design, and we have constructed and tested a prototype to investigate the dynamics of interaction between the child and the pillow robot.