Brentfords Teddy Fleece Heavy Weighted Blanket for Adults Quilted Pockets Throw, Blush Pink, 150 x 200cm - 8kg

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The yarns are composed of polyester in a soft jersey knit, so the blanket glides gently over the skin and shouldn’t cause any irritation. Polyester fibers also make up the fill. You can choose between two weights. Using the “10% rule,” we recommend the 10-pound blanket if you weigh 80 to 120 pounds, and the 15-pound blanket if you weigh 130 to 180 pounds. The blanket is also available in two colors, cream and gray. How to clean a weighted blanket depends entirely on that specific model. Weighted blankets generally fall into one of the following categories for cleaning and care: The table below lists our suggestions for the most common blanket weights. We’ve based our figures for ideal sleeper weight on the “10 percent rule.” The acceptable sleeper weight range figures are based on the general assumption that a sleeper will feel reasonably comfortable under a blanket that equals 5 to 12 percent of their own weight. For example, a 15-pound blanket will suit you if you weigh around 130 to 170 pounds. Meanwhile, a 20- or 25-pound blanket may provide more deep pressure for people who weigh between 180 and 220 pounds. Blanket Weight

The lowdown: From the mattress-in-a-box company comes its signature weighted blanket. It’s available in two different weights and comes in grey. The beads are made from glass and, while not necessary for use, there’s a removable 100% cotton cover you can add for hygiene purposes. With a soft duvet cover made from polyester microfiber, this weighted blanket offers a very plush and fleecy feel. The cover is removable, and can be washed and dried at home. Grid-stitching ensures uniform weight distribution. For added stability, the inner blanket is equipped with corner ties and elastic buttons that secure it to the duvet cover and prevent uncomfortable bunching. Gravity Blanket offers seven cover colors, ranging from neutrals to bold blue, purple, and yellow. The inner blanket should only be hand-washed and air-dried.

One of the primary uses of a weighted blanket is for the treatment of anxiety. Deep pressure stimulation can help reduce autonomic arousal. This arousal is responsible for many of the physical symptoms of anxiety, such as increased heart rate. Autism

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? A 2021 study done by researchers at UC San Diego found weighted blankets reduced perceptions of chronic pain. Ninety-four participants with chronic pain used either a light or weighted blanket for one week. Those in the weighted blanket group found relief, particularly if they also lived with anxiety. The weighted blankets did not reduce levels of pain intensity, though. Medical procedures A 2020 study included 28 participants with trouble falling and staying asleep. With the use of a weighted blanket over 6 weeks, there were self-reported improvements in sleeping through the night, sleep quality, and getting to sleep faster. 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.

How do I choose the right one/weight for me?

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. If you have a hard time relaxing and falling asleep, then you might be an excellent candidate for a weighted blanket. However, these products are not for everyone. While many sleepers report more relaxation and less anxiety sleeping under a weighted blanket, others feel too claustrophobic and pinned down. A weighted blanket may not be suitable if you are a hot sleeper, either – though some models promote temperature control better than others. We liked: You know that meme where Homer Simpson is snuggled up and comparing himself to a toasty cinnamon bun? This is that meme in blanket form. The sheer weight of this thing has to be felt to be believed. Granted, I went for the heaviest option – 11kg – and while lugging it around is enough to warm you up anyway, curling up underneath it is so damn cosy. Used over a duvet at night it’s reassuringly weighty, but thanks to the aesthetic knitted design it’s now taken up permanent residence on my sofa as a comforting Netflix companion. The lowdown: American company Nuzzie scores some serious eco points with its hand-knitted weighted blankets. The filling is recycled from more than 500 plastic bottles, saving around 25,000 gallons of water per blanket when compared with cotton – plus the company is totally carbon neutral. Some people should avoid weighted blankets, or at least consult with a physician before using one. For instance, you should definitely have a word with your doctor about weighted blankets if you live with a chronic respiratory or circulatory issue, such as asthma, low blood pressure, or type 2 diabetes. Some weighted blanket manufacturers actively discourage people with these conditions from using their products.