Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets are blankets filled with materials like plastic pellets or glass beads, which give them a heavier weight than traditional blankets. This added weight provides a deep pressure touch sensation, which can help promote relaxation and reduce anxiety.
What are the benefits of using a weighted blanket?
Using a weighted blanket has been shown to have a number of benefits for both adults and children, including:
- Reducing anxiety: The deep pressure touch sensation provided by a weighted blanket can help calm the nervous system and reduce anxiety levels.
- Improving sleep: Many people find that using a weighted blanket helps them fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
- Easing symptoms of ADHD and autism: Weighted blankets have been shown to help people with ADHD and autism calm down and focus.
- Alleviating pain: The pressure from a weighted blanket can help ease pain from conditions like fibromyalgia and arthritis.
What should I look for when buying a weighted blanket?
When buying a weighted blanket, there are a few things to consider:
- Weight: The general rule of thumb is to choose a blanket that's around 10% of your body weight. So, if you weigh 150 pounds, you'd want a blanket that weighs around 15 pounds.
- Material: Look for a blanket made from breathable, high-quality materials like cotton or bamboo.
- Size: Choose a blanket that's the right size for your bed or for snuggling up on the couch.
- Washing instructions: Make sure you can wash the blanket easily, since it will need to be washed periodically.