Everyday OT
ARK's Buddy Bite™ Chewable Stick Figure
Why We Love Ark's Chewable Stick Figure
ARK's Buddy Bite™ Chewable Stick Figure is a fun and friendly chew tool designed to meet your child's chewing needs. This unique design is perfect for kids who find comfort in chewing on non-food items like clothes, pencils or their hands and figures. It's a safe, satisfying option to help manage chewing habits and support sensory processing needs.
Easy to hold and fun to use, this chewable stick figure offers a creative solution for sensory seekers. It's ideal for keeping hands occupied and mouths busy, helping to increase concentration and reduce anxiety.
ARK’s Buddy Bite is designed so its extensions are long enough to reach the back molars, where we usually chew the most, for proprioceptive input to the masseter muscle. The loops are firmer and provide more resistance for chewing on both sides of the mouth at the same time.
Great for bringing along to school, days out, or just for use around the house, a chewable stick figure offers a discreet way to satisfy chewing needs. It's a fun alternative to traditional chew aids, supporting your child in a playful, comforting way.
ARK's Buddy Bite is available in 3 colour-coded toughness levels:
- Standard (Red) - This is the softest level for mild chewers.
- XT / Medium Firm (Lime Green) - These are firmer but fairly chewy. Recommended for moderate chewers.
- XXT / Very Firm (Royal Blue) - These are the most firm and provide the most resistance for those with oral needs. It still has some “chewability” to it. No chew tool is indestructible, but these are sturdy and durable.
As this is a larger chew, you may want to "size down" a toughness level. For example, if you're used to the Grabber in XT, you may want the standard level in the Buddy Bite™.
How to Use a Chewable Stick Figure
Always supervise your child when using ARK's Buddy Bite. Make sure to wash them frequently with warm water and mild soap. After washing, rinse them well and dry them completely before giving them back to your child.
These oral motor chew tool are very strong and lasting, but they are not indestructible. You should regularly inspect the chew and replace the chewable stick figure if it shows signs of wear and tear. They will typically last depending on the amount and intensity of chewing, as well as jaw strength, stress and anxiety levels and other sensory strategies.
Safety Guidelines
- Suitable for ages 3 years and up
- This product is not a toy
- This product contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard, so direct supervision is required.
- Wear and tear is expected, given the nature of the intended use.
Additional Information
- Designed, manufactured and assembled in the USA by ARK Therapeutic.
- Made from medical grade, FDA-compliant materials.
- DOES NOT CONTAIN lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.
- Each Buddy Bite is sold individually.
- Dimensions: 8.23cm wide x 16.266cm tall x 1.27cm thick.
- Weight: 37g.
Product information
Once you have placed an order, and your item is listed as in-stock, we will dispatch within 3 working days. We minimise the amount of paper we send with your order to reduce waste but should you need a copy of your order confirmation, please get in touch with us via email. Orders received after 2pm on Fridays to Sunday or Bank Holidays will be dispatched on the next working day.
Delivery varies depending on what country you are purchasing from.
Republic of Ireland & Northern Ireland
- €5.95 (2-3 working days)
Great Britain
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€5.95 (5-7 working days)
USA (Standard Shipping: 5-7 working days)
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under 1kg: €8.95
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between 1-1.5kg: €20.95
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over 1.5kg: €26.95
USA (DHL Express: 2-3 working days)
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under 3kg: €20.00
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between 3-5kg: €30.00
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over 5kg: €40.00
Europe (Standard Shipping: 5-7 working days)
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under 1kg: €8.95
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between 1-1.5kg: €11.95
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over 1.5kg: €14.95
Rest of the World (Standard Shipping: 5-7 working days)
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under 1kg: €15.95
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between 1-1.5kg: €23.95
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over 1.5kg: €28.95
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All additional customs and charges are the responsibility of the customer.
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Delivery time is only a guideline and is not a guarantee. Everyday OT are unable to take responsibility for any delivery delays which are outside of their control.
Physical products
We want you to be happy with your order so if you are not fully satisfied with the item(s) you ordered, you can return the item(s) to us within 28 days of the delivery date.
Returned items must be in it's original packaging, all tags and labels attached, unused, clean, undamaged and in resalable condition.
All returned goods are your responsibility until we receive them. We cannot refund any items that have not been received safely back to us or that get lost in transit. Please ensure they are packaged appropriately so that they do not become damaged in transit. Return postage must be paid by the sender and won’t be refunded by Everyday OT. When the item(s) are received they will be checked and granted it meets our return policy conditions as listed above we will then offer a refund/exchange for the item(s). Your original delivery costs are not included in your refund. Refunds will be applied to the payment method that was used to purchase the item (not including original delivery costs, unless the item was faulty or the incorrect item was sent) and will be credited within 14 days of being received. Please note that the refund timeframe may vary depending on the payment method and processing times between payment providers.
If an item is returned due to a potential fault and no defect is found, the customer will be responsible for the return shipping costs. However, if a fault is confirmed, Everyday OT will provide a replacement and cover all associated shipping expenses. We will inform you of the outcome and take appropriate action.
Please note that any customs charges or duties incurred for returned items will not be covered by Everyday OT and will be deducted from your refund if unpaid.
To return your item, please add your completed return form found here to your return parcel:
Digital Downloads/ Webinar Recordings
We are committed to providing high-quality digital files to our customers. However, due to the nature of digital products, we do not provide refunds under any circumstances.
Before making a purchase, we encourage all customers to carefully review the product description, preview images, and any provided samples to ensure that the digital file meets their needs and expectations. By purchasing a digital file from Everyday OT you acknowledge and agree to this policy.
In the unlikely event that you encounter technical issues with your digital file, please contact us at everydayotireland@gmail.com and we will do our best to assist you.
Learn to Cycle Workshop and The OT Club
Please note that refunds will only be provided if the Workshop or term of OT Club is cancelled and will not be given for any other reason, including but not limited to personal circumstances or scheduling conflicts. In the event that a Workshop/Term of OT Club is cancelled, we will provide a full refund to all registered participants.
Webinars
Please note that refunds will only be provided if a Webinar is cancelled and will not be given for any other reason, including but not limited to personal circumstances or scheduling conflicts. In the event that a Webinar is cancelled, we will provide a full refund to all registered participants.
Gift Cards
Gift cards are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for cash, except where required by law. Gift cards have a minimum expiry period of five years from the date of purchase. Any items purchased using a gift card may be returned in accordance with our standard return policy, and the refund will be issued in the form of store credit or a replacement gift card. If the purchase amount is less than the value of the gift card, the remaining balance will be retained on the gift card for future use.
If you have any questions or concerns about any aspects of this policy please don't hesitate to contact us at everydayotireland@gmail.com