weighted blankets for kids & adults
Discover the soothing comfort of our weighted blankets, heavier to replicate the feeling of a hug. Known to enhance your sleep and overall wellbeing, our weighted blankets use pressure stimulation to reduce stress and anxiety, giving you a true sense of calm. Find cooling weighted blankets and options for kids in our collection, so the whole family can feel at ease all year-round.
Made with our soft-touch fabric, weighted blankets apply gentle pressure across the body, replicating the feeling of a comforting hug. Using deep touch pressure stimulation, your anxiety and stress levels can be hugely reduced, leaving you feeling calm and content. Whether you’re unwinding after a stressful day or simply want to improve your sleep quality, our weighted blankets provide the perfect combination of comfort, support and relaxation.
Experience the transformative benefits of weighted blankets when enhanced by our range of pillows and pressure-relieving mattress toppers.
weighted blanket faqs
what is a weighted blanket?
This type of blanket is filled with heavy materials like glass beads that evenly distribute weight across the body. The gentle pressure replicates a therapeutic technique called deep touch pressure. Like a hug, this pressure is widely known to reduce stress and anxiety levels, promoting calmness and better sleep.
can you wash a weighted blanket?
Usually yes, but always check the care instructions first to make sure as they can vary by product and filling type.
how to wash a weighted blanket
Check its care label in case it requires special care. You can spot clean the blanket using mild detergent to rid of smaller stains. But for a deep clean, you may be able to machine wash your blanket if the instructions state this. Put it on a cold wash with mild detergent, before drying on a low heat or air-drying to maintain the structure of your blanket.
how heavy should a weighted blanket be?
We recommend a weight of 10% of your body weight if you want to reap the full benefits of a weighted blanket. As an example, a 15-pound blanket is ideal for someone who weighs 150 pounds. Always choose a weight that feels comfortable and provides you with soothing effects.
what does a weighted blanket do?
A weighted blanket is designed to apply gentle, even pressure across the body to calm you, promote relaxation, reduce anxiety levels and help you fall asleep. Learn more about the benefits of weighted blankets in our guide.
how does a weighted blanket work?
A weighted blanket has a heavy filling, so when it is placed over you, it acts like a firm hug (deep pressure stimulation), naturally causing stress levels to reduce and helping you to feel calmer.
what is inside a weighted blanket?
A weighted blanket usually has a bunch of plastic poly pellets or small glass beads that are stitched into pockets so that they’re evenly distributed.
can you sleep with a weighted blanket?
Yes, it’s usually absolutely fine to sleep with a weighted blanket, as long as you don’t have respiratory, circulation or mobility issues. Babies or young children should not sleep with a weighted blanket for safety purposes.
are weighted blankets safe for kids?
It depends on their age. They’re not suitable for children under 2 years old due to suffocation and overheating risks, but ages above 2 is usually fine as they can remove the blanket themselves. Always make sure the blanket doesn’t exceed 10% of your child’s body weight and keep it off their face and head.
