One thing we always remember from our childhood is our favourite plush toy. This soft, ragged toy was our comfort and companion. As we grow up, we normally give up our childish ways, and our furry friend often ends up in storage or at a jumble sale. But that’s not the case for everyone. It seems that some grown-ups continue to need their cuddly toy by their sides. One sleep survey suggested a tenth of people in the world need a plush toy in bed. And for some adults, soft toys remain an essential presence – they take them wherever they go.