Sleepdown Weighted Blanket 2kg Soft Teddy Fleece Glow in the Dark Moons and Stars Therapy Sensory Throw Grey Anxiety Autism Insomnia Stress Sleep Relief Adults Kids - 90cm x 120cm (4.4lb)

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There are few products that prove to be as useful to an adult as they are to a toddler, but we might just have found one. You've probably heard - and seen - plenty of the hype surrounding weighted blankets and their benefits, but what are they? And what benefits do they promise when it comes to your kids? If your child has anxiety, is autistic or simply has trouble settling down and relaxing, a child’s weighted blanket might help them feel calmer, comforted and ready for sleep.

The blanket is available in three weight options – 10, 15, and 20 pounds. These weights are best suited for people who weigh between 100 and 200 pounds. All models measure 48 by 72 inches, which is a good throw blanket size for one adult. The cover is removable and machine-washable, and the blanket carries an affordable price-point compared to similar quality blankets in the same size. Weighted blankets work in the same way massage does, with deep pressure touch, which calms the mind, very much like swaddling. They’ve been found to boost oxytocin levels and lower heart rate as well as help improve concentration levels. Many occupational therapists recommend the use of weighted blankets for children with anxiety. What is the best weighted blanket for a toddler? If your child struggles getting to sleep or doesn't look forward to bedtime, studies have shown that using a weighted blanket as part of your bedtime routine may help restore a sense of stillness and calm, both day and night. Adult supervision is required Some weighted blankets are constructed with breathable cover fabrics and interior components to keep you cool during the night. Others may absorb and trap body heat; combined with their hefty weight, this can lead to excessive warmth.

Who should not use a weighted blanket?

Promotes a calming feeling to help soothe little ones’ emotions while transitioning from a crib to a bed. Danny is a Certified Sleep Science Coach with an in-depth knowledge of sleep health. He has tested hundreds of mattresses and sleep products. Depending on availability, we test up to three weights for each blanket. This allows us to gauge how comfortable the blanket is for different weight groups.

The blanket is designed with high-quality glass bead fill encased in a cotton shell. Grid stitching keeps the glass beads in place, resulting in even distribution across the blanket and preventing the fill from bunching up. Weighted Blanket, Anxiety Relief, Insomnia, Personalized Free Embroidery, Birthday Gift. Glow Constellation Sales of weighted blankets have soared in recent years. While the research behind the purported health benefits of weighted blankets is still fairly inconclusive, those who swear by them say that hunkering down under the added weight helps to reduce anxiety and, in some cases, relieve insomnia.Spot or dry clean only:Avoid using a household machine to wash or dry these blankets. This can permanently damage the outer and inner materials. Weighted blankets are believed to stimulate production of “happiness” hormones like dopamine and serotonin and reduce levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. This helps the user enter a more relaxed state, which is conducive to sleep. However, these health claims are the subject of ongoing research.

My son has ADD. We got him one last Christmas and it’s been worth every penny.” GrannySmith86 Our verdict The Nappling is Bearaby’s kids blanket, providing Bearaby’s trademark knitted design in a smaller, lighter, and more affordable form. With two weight options, this blanket can accommodate a wide age range in children.

Weighted blankets derive much of their comfort from their added heaviness, but the hand feel of the blanket can greatly enhance this comforting quality. The Luxome Removable Cover Weighted Blanket is a perfect example, combining a luxuriously soft fabric with a glass bead fill to help you get a better night’s rest. Our testing team really enjoyed the Saatva Organic Weighted Blanket for its soft velvet shell and tight baffle design. The glass beads offered nice compression without trapping heat, and we loved how the cover fabric glided gently over our skin.”