
← The Dollar Diaries28 Dec 2025 · 1 h 02 min
Jacqueline Perrottet is Turning Phones into Parenting Tools With Hoopla!
<p>In this episode of The Dollar Diaries podcast, we are thrilled to have Jacqueline Perrottet, the founder and CEO of Hoopla, as our special guest. With a passion for emotional wellness, Jacqueline shares her journey of creating tools for families to connect and bring joy and calm into their lives through her innovative company, Hoopla.During the conversation, Jacqueline delves into the inspiration behind Hoopla and how she discovered the need for emotional regulation tools accessible on-the-go for children. She discusses the key features of Hoopla, including its multisensory approach using haptic feedback from phones to help children connect with their emotions and parents without excessive screen time. Jacqueline also sheds light on the importance of teaching children about emotional regulation and the methodology Hoopla uses to guide parents and children through understanding and managing emotions.Join us on this insightful episode to explore how Hoopla is revolutionizing emotional wellness for families by creating tools that facilitate emotional connection, regulation, and understanding. Discover how Hoopla's unique approach can empower children and parents to navigate a wide range of emotions in a healthy and constructive manner. Don't miss out on learning practical strategies for fostering emotional intelligence and building stronger family bonds through the innovative tools provided by Hoopla.</p><p> </p><p>00:00:00 - The Inspiration Behind Hoopla</p><p>00:03:03 - Target Audience and App Features</p><p>00:09:01 - Ways to Use the App for Stressful Situations</p><p>00:14:39 - Hoopla Team and Approach to Development</p><p>00:21:21 - Importance of Mindfulness in Education</p><p>00:28:53 - Organic Growth and Marketing Strategies</p><p>00:33:49 - Hoopla's Proactive Approach to Emotional Wellness</p><p>00:38:10 - Previous Project</p><p>00:42:53 - Lessons Learned from Previous Ventures</p><p>00:50:50 - Drawing Inspiration from Art World</p><p>00:56:45 - Steps to Starting Your Own Venture</p>