For when the going gets fluff

TOY CRAZE TO DE-STRESS

- WILL STONE

SALES of a “stress-busting” cuddly toy have soared this year.

So-called “kidults” are driving sales of Squishmallows – said to provide respite from the stresses of modern life.

Web searches for the toys have surged by nearly 9,000%, while sales have increased by 53% this year, Ryman said.