The blanket is available in two sizes, each with a unique weight. The single blanket weighs 12 pounds, making it ideal for solo sleepers in the range of 100 to 140 pounds. If you weigh more than 140 pounds or enjoy sharing your weighted blanket with a sleep partner, the larger 20-pound blanket might be a better fit. This option is comparable to an oversize queen/king, so there’s plenty of coverage for two people. Again, have a chat with your family doctor before deciding which blanket – if any – will be the most effective sleep strategy for your child. Do Weighted Blankets Make You Hot? Cons: It’s quite expensive, and some parents say that it comes up a little small. So, it won't necessarily be suitable for older children. The cotton is super-soft next to the skin and breathable for ultimate comfort, which our tester found helped them sleep much better than without the blanket. And we particularly like that this weighted blanket works just as well draped over the bed as it does in the living room on a chair or sofa. The design is gorgeous and comes in a range of colours, including a berry red, green, grey and blue. We were also impressed by the ethical production process that ensures every worker at each stage is paid a fair wage.

Many people will understand the frustration of nights spent tossing and turning, when counting sheep does little to take you into the land of Nod. Treatments are available for insomnia, but those looking for a non-medicated route to better sleep would do well to give weighted blankets a go.

Something we especially liked about the Baloo weighted comforter is its 100 per cent cotton exterior and interior and that it’s made with only natural and chemical-free materials. The result is a breathable, super-soft blanket that helps you adapt to changing temperatures for a comfortable night’s sleep. Simba may be best known for its rolled-up mattresses, but the brand’s sleep-promoting expertise extends far beyond what we sleep on, it seems. The Orbit weighted blanket promises “better, deeper sleep”, and we found it delivered, allowing our tester to sleep soundly throughout the night. Brentfords super soft teddy fleece weighted blanket for adults and teenagers, children and kids is engineered to provide a relaxing sleep experience using deep touch pressure therapy. With the added fluffy teddy fleece layer this will ensure ultimate comfort and extra warmth. Weighted blankets were originally created for medical use," says Dr Nauf AlBendar. "They are typically one of the sensory tools commonly used in psychiatric units and occupational therapy to help comfort restless individuals." The idea behind weighted blankets is the offer of pressure stimulation, similar to the pressure from a deep touch or a hug," Dr AlBendar explains. "This comforting feeling can release feel-good hormones such as serotonin, often called the 'happy chemical', helping to decrease nervous system activity and give us that warm feeling of wellbeing."

He loved the fun design on the cuddly minky fleece cover and the raised, dotty sensory pattern on the reverse. While his mum liked that the blanket has eight loops around the edges to keep it in place inside the cover if he wriggles around in bed. Not to mention that the cover can be unzipped and popped in the washing machine for cleaning on a cool cycle. Pros: Engineered to melt away anxiety and welcome in a calm, deep and restorative sleep, the Mela Weighted Blanket is the ultimate nighttime companion. The reversible cover is plush and quilted on one side for a more snuggly feel, and breathable cotton on the other to keep you cool on warm nights. It’s also made with impressive ComfortMould technology, which ensures even distribution of pellets — and no bunching. While weighted blankets are generally considered safe, there are certain people who should speak with their doctor before using one for the first time. These include individuals with asthma, low blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and other chronic respiratory or circulation problems. Many people turn to yoga when feelings of anxiety start to creep in or during times of stress. You may find that focusing on your breath and your… READ MOREThe blanket is available in three sizes, each carrying a different weight. The medium is 15 pounds, the large is 18 pounds, and the extra large is 30 pounds. Unlike some weighted blankets, this model is entirely machine-washable – including both the inner blanket and cover.