A Message from the Founder

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Hoopla is a mental wellness app to help children and parents manage emotions, build emotional resilience, and strengthen family connections through engaging, age-appropriate activities.

"Hoopla" refers to excitement, commotion, or fuss—things that children naturally bring to life but adults often lose touch with. We chose this name to capture the playful energy and joyful noise that make childhood so special. At Hoopla, we’re all about celebrating this vibrant spirit while focusing on emotional growth and connection, bringing a sense of fun and liveliness back into family life.

Hoopla provides a variety of activities that combine sensory feedback, cognitive behavioral techniques, and social-emotional learning to help children master emotional regulation. Each 5-minute activity is quick, interactive, and effective—perfect for daily practice to build healthy habits or as an instant calming tool for managing anxiety or stress on the spot.

Hoopla is designed for children ages 3-8 and their parents, but many of our users have found it to be a wonderful tool for families with siblings of all ages. It's a fun way for the whole family to connect and strengthen sibling bonds.

Hoopla focuses on creating a shared experience between parent and child. Using sensory feedback and evidence-based techniques, Hoopla turns screen time into a tool for bonding, not just calming. The app is designed to extend beyond the screen, encouraging active play, meaningful conversations, and skill-building that continue long after the activity ends.

Yes, Hoopla is designed with child safety in mind. The app does not include ads or addictive features and is focused on creating a positive and healthy digital experience.

Hoopla offers a range of activities focused on calming, breathing, affirmations, energy release, and sleep. Our content is divided into two main categories: Calming Sensory Tools and Parent-Child Connection Activities. We regularly add new exercises and categories to keep the experience fresh and engaging.

We don’t recommend this. Hoopla’s purpose is to strengthen the parent-child connection and support your child’s emotional growth. While calming sensory tools can be used semi-independently, they still rely on you recognizing your child's stress and guiding them to the app. Daily parent-child connection activities are designed to be done together. That’s why we suggest using Hoopla on your phone, not a tablet. Hoopla isn’t a babysitter—you won’t get extra work done or time alone, but you will deepen your connection and reflect on your own emotions and tech habits.

Each activity is designed to be completed in under 5 minutes, making them easy to fit into daily routines.

No, all activities are designed to be completed using just your smartphone, yourself and your child. There are no additional materials or equipment required.

Hoopla transforms screen time into a positive experience with under 5-minute activities that promote emotional growth and connection, starting on the phone and extending into real-world play. While we use points and notifications, they’re designed to support healthy habits—points are linked to rewards set by parents and children, and notifications are gentle reminders. Our focus is on fostering eye contact, recognizing facial expressions, and meaningful conversations to build real connection.

Over time, Hoopla helps children develop emotional resilience, social-emotional learning skills, and healthier relationships with their parents, setting a strong foundation for lifelong mental wellness.

Currently, Hoopla is available on iOS devices through the App Store.

Hoopla offers a free trial version with limited access to activities. A subscription is required to unlock the full range of features.

Hoopla can be downloaded from the iOS App Store. Once installed, you can set up an account, start your free trial, and begin using the app immediately.

Yes, Hoopla allows parents to track their child’s progress through activity completion, mood check-ins, and meditation challenges.

Yes, Hoopla offers customer support through email at hello@hooplafun.com to assist with any questions or issues.

The content for Hoopla is created by a dedicated team of educators, and healthcare providers who specialize in early childhood development and mental wellness. Our team ensures that every activity is backed by research and tailored to support children's emotional growth.