No, our kuddly Weighted Blanket is filled with BPA-free glass beads sewn into individually stitched pockets in the blanket. The weight is slightly less than most weighted blankets, but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing because it should be perfect for people who find 6kg-plus blankets a little overwhelming or claustrophobic.

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Home to a popular range of hooded blankets and with a claim of being the number one ranked weighted blanket in the UK, the Kudd. So, keeping these weight guidelines in mind, we tried out the most-hyped weighted blankets on the market. We loved the Emma weighted blanket for snuggling whilst watching a movie, but the neutral light grey colour looks great in modern bedrooms too. The science behind this is related to ‘Deep touch pressure therapy’ which can help your brain switch into ‘rest and relax’ mode.

It’s generally safe for adults to sleep with a weighted blanket every night – in fact, our tester now sleeps under their Simba blanket at all times. This blanket measures a generous 150cm x 200cm and weighs 3kg, which should be approximately 10% of the child’s body weight. This pressure can have a soothing, calming effect on the body, says Nichola Henderson, a holistic life, self-development coach and wellness specialist. It’s possible to use the blankets overnight if they feel good and the user is comfortable doing so, but short periods of time up to 20-30 minutes can also be helpful to slow down and encourage rest during busy or stressful times. Our all items are Statutory Instruments,: All of our products comply with the Furniture and Furnishings (fire) (safety) Regulations 1988 No.The weighted blanket’s sleep-inducing powers are down to its design, which sees glass nano-beads equally distributed in quilted pockets, several layers on top of those so that you can’t feel the beads and the 100 per cent cotton cover. At 9kg, it is among the heaviest available, so it is ideal for people weighing around 90kg or people who enjoy a weightier blanket for calming.

It took me a couple of attempts and about 15 minutes to get the cover on properly, which might get tedious if you want to wash it on the reg.We tested the 6kg blanket with the midnight indigo cover, which has blue cotton on one side and textured velvet-style fabric on the reverse. The calming affect of the Aurora Weighted Blanket can also benefit those with mild pain and restless limbs.