5 Brands Of Weighted Blankets To Help You Get Better Sleep, Ease Anxiety
Achieve restful nights with this gentle hugger.
Some of those who have heard about weighted blankets these last few months think it’s a new technology. In fact, it’s not. Weighted blankets have been around for a while, as early as 1998, but they were used mainly for therapy. With the COVID-19 crisis in our midst, the blankets gained popularity as people looked for ways to relieve their pandemic stress and anxiety.
From the name itself, weighted blankets are way heavier than regular blankets. This extra weight mimics the technique called Deep Pressure Stimulation or DPS, which “involves applying firm but gentle pressure equally across the body. Some people may describe the sensation of using a weighted blanket as similar to that of a hug,” according to Medical News Today. For this reason, many find comfort and relaxation in using weighted blankets.
Benefits of using a weighted blanket
This therapeutic blanket has been a big help to people with certain conditions, like autism. According to a 2020 study, adults with autism experienced stress reduction and direct benefits to sleep after using a weighted blanket.
There’s also a study that examines the use of such blankets for ADHD patients. The results show an improvement in the time it takes for a child with ADHD to fall asleep compared to their usual nights without a weighted blanket.
Here are other benefits of weighted blankets, according to those who use them:
- It gives a sense of security.
Michelle, 23 years old, has been using a weighted blanket for three years now. “My weighted blanket feels like a giant hug that gives me a sense of security,” she says.
- It helps with anxiety.
One of the benefits attributed to weighted blankets is the treatment of anxiety. Samantha, 26, says, “It brings me comfort when I’m feeling anxious. My mom bought it as a gift six months ago for my anxiety and other mental health issues.”
Kayla, 28, shares, “It definitely helps with anxiety. I use mine when I am trying to calm down or relax, but I don’t like sleeping with it since I move a lot in my sleep, causing me to wake up with leg or shoulder pain.”
How heavy should your weighted blanket be?
Weighted blankets weigh anywhere from five to 30 pounds. Some people prefer something lighter. If you are unsure which to get, here’s a formula you can follow.
According to Nectar, a manufacturer of weighted blankets, “A good way to determine the weight that you should go for is to follow this rule: multiply the body weight of the user by 10 percent, then add a pound or two based on preference.”
This means that for adults age 21 and up with a weight of 165 to 200 pounds, the recommended blanket weight should be at around 20 lbs.
IMPORTANT: Children, adults or elderly adults with certain health conditions should consult their physician first before using any weighted blanket.
Where to buy weighted blankets online
A restful evening will help you begin each morning in a good mood. If you need something to improve the quality of your sleep, here are some weighted blankets you can invest on.
The Blanket Hug
The Blanket Hug’s weighted blanket contains odorless and hypoallergenic micro glass beads and uses bamboo cotton that feels soft to your skin. It comes with three colors: beige, gray, and white.
The Blanket Hug weighted blanket, Php 5,999 (15 lbs, 48 x 72 inches). Click here to purchase.
Sleep Society PH
Choose between their deep blue and calming grey colors and add a duvet cover to your liking. Stocks go fast, so, it’s best to make reservations.
Sleep Society weighted blanket, Php 3,999 (15 lbs, 60 x 80-inch). To buy, send a direct message on their Instagram account.
Linen & Homes
Their Tranquility Weighted Blanket is made of bamboo fabric and micro-glass beads. It comes in three different sizes and a removable dark gray cover.
Linen & Homes Tranquility Weighted Blanket, available here for Php 3,450 (5 lbs, 40 x 50 inches), Php 4,950 (12 lbs, 48 x 72 inches) and Php 5,950 (15 lbs, 60 x 80 inches).
Suenyo
Suenyo’s weighted blanket is for lovers of the all-white aesthetic. It’s filled with anti-rustle glass beads (to avoid rattling) and has quality stitches for long-lasting use. They have white, gray and navy blue colors that are up for reservations and pre-order.
Suenyo weighted blanket, Php 7,000 (10lbs, 48 x 72 inches). Click here to purchase.
Better Sheep
It’s named the ‘Lambing Blanket’ as it stimulates the feeling of comfort, as if you are being held, at night. You can choose from five colors: blue, green, white, beige and teal. It’s packed neatly in an eco-friendly and reusable bag.
Better Sheep Lambing Blanket, Php 5,999 (15lbs, 60 x 80 inches). Click here to buy.
Ready to snooze with your weighted blanket? Pair it with a soothing playlist to complete your good night sleep.
This article was originally posted on OneLife.PH.
