So that it’s weighted where it matters, the glass beads are focused in the centre of the blanket rather than on the edges. Our tester wasn’t sure if this would mean that the weight would cover not all of their body, but the area is generously large enough to do the job. People who generally feel claustrophobic may find weighted blankets too stifling, as well. If you tend to feel anxious in enclosed spaces or when pressure is applied to your body, then you may want to consider other methods to help wind down and fall asleep. Lastly, weighted blankets pose a suffocation risk to children younger than 3 or weighing less than 50 pounds. There have been at least two cases of children who have died after using a weighted blanket. From the studies that have been done, there is a common theme that weighted blankets may be a useful tool to help with anxiety symptoms,” says Henderson. “There have been various studies in different scenarios, from patients in a psychiatric facility to patients receiving chemotherapy. Results have shown that anxiety levels were reduced by up to 60 per cent with the use of the weighted blanket.” However, experts agree more research is needed. How do I choose the right one/weight for me? Some weighted blankets can trap heat due to their denser materials, posing a problem for sleepers who want to benefit from their calming effects without feeling uncomfortably warm. Individuals who struggle to fall asleep, manage stress, and remain cool enough under a standard weighted blanket may benefit from a cooling weighted blanket.

The Hush Iced 2.0 Cooling Weighted Blanket is designed specifically for hot sleepers or people who plan to use the blanket in warm seasons or hotter climates. Available in multiple sizes and weight options, the blanket is appropriate for many different body types and ages. The impact of quality sleep on your life can’t be stressed enough. Here are only a few of the benefits and advantages of owning the best weighted blanket.Each blanket tested weighed around 7kg and was used by at least three different people for three or more nights' sleep, as well as when unwinding on the sofa. If your budget doesn’t quite stretch that far, the TheaWellbeing blyss weighted blanket with cover is a fantastic value for money buy. For children, we love the Snoozzzy dinosaur weighted blanket.

Silky soft and gentle to the skin - bamboo fabric is to cotton what cashmere is to wool, which means it’s super soft. It might seem a bit paradoxical since it’s created from cellulose, but our meticulous manufacture process ensures that there are no rough edges on the fabric that could irritate the skin.The main priority is that it feels comforting, not too heavy and not too light. It is always a good idea, where possible, to try a few different weights around the 10 per cent guide, to see what feels good. The blanket should encourage the feeling of rest and relaxation and help soothe and calm the body and mind. It’s important to choose a texture that feels soothing too, nothing that will irritate your skin.” Is it OK to sleep with a weighted blanket every night? Weighted blankets have been used for sleep and stress therapy for years, and are becoming more and more mainstream in recent times. The benefits of using one are enormous, and improving on them was indeed a challenge. However, here at Calming Blankets, we rose to that challenge, delivering to our customers what we feel is the ultimate weighted blanket experience. Size & Weight As we've mentioned when talking about the materials, breathability is very important – especially for hot sleepers. So, generally, you want a cover for your weighted blanket that utilises some sort of breathable fabric. Typically, bamboo, cotton, and eucalyptus are safe bets. As opposed to the sympathetic system that's responsible for our fight or flight response, the parasympathetic system handles our “rest and digest” response. The Baloo Living Weighted Blanket is a great choice for its temperature regulation. The blanket is constructed with a quilted cotton cover and a glass microbead fill padded with cotton batting. The cover provides excellent breathability to keep you cool in the warmer months, but the blanket also provides decent insulation when the outside temperatures drop. The blanket is ideal for couples, especially those who have different temperature preferences.