*Post contains affiliate links Parents are increasingly turning to the therapeutic benefits of weighted blankets for kids with anxiety & associated sleep issues. But what’s with this extra weight and how can it help anxiety? Let’s take a look. How Can A Weighted Blanket Help Anxiety? If you’ve ever woken up under a pile of…
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3 Handmade Weighted Blankets For Soothing Sleep
*Post contains affiliate links Looking for a durable, quality handmade weighted blanket to help you or your child sleep better? In the wake of their increasing popularity, weighted blankets have become increasingly mass produced, with production of blankets often outsourced to places like China. And whilst mass produced doesn’t have to mean lower quality, of course…
Weighted Blankets For Restless Leg Syndrome: Do They Work?
*Post contains affiliate links Did you know restless leg syndrome is thought to affect as many as 1 in 10 people in the US (source)? If you or your child are one of them, you’re probably no stranger to symptoms such as an irresistible urge to move your legs, crawling feelings in the feet, calves and thighs,…
3 Benefits of Weighted Blankets For Asperger Syndrome In Kids & Adults
*Post contains affiliate links. Do you or your child have Asperger Syndrome? Then you’re probably familiar with how it can lead to sleep and anxiety issues. In fact, according to the Asperger’s/Autism Network, studies suggest that around 73% of children with Asperger Syndrome (AS) experience sleep problems. Many people with Asperger’s also experience the world…
Weighted Blankets For Autism: A Complete Guide
*Page contains affiliate links Do you or your child have autism? Then you’ve probably heard about the therapeutic benefits of weighted blankets for autism, sensory processing disorders, ADHD, ADD and Aspergers. In fact, weighted blankets are increasingly being used to help with a range of common issues, from insomnia to anxiety – but what many people…
The Best Cooling Weighted Blanket For Adults (& Kids) Who Overheat
*Page contains affiliate links. Want to enjoy the benefits of a weighted blanket without heating up at night? Then a COOLMAX cooling weighted blanket for adults could be just what you need. Whilst the therapeutic benefits of weighted blankets have proved a blessing for many of us with anxiety and sleep issues, for those prone to overheating,…
3 Of The Best Weighted Blankets For Sensory Kids To Try
Do you have a child with a sensory processing disorder? Then you may have heard about the therapeutic benefits of weighted blankets for sensory kids. Children with sensory processing disorders find information coming in via the senses difficult to process and often have a sensitivity to common stimuli such as noise, light or touch. This…
Weighted Blankets: Your Ultimate Guide For Sleep & Anxiety
Let’s face it, we all need a good nights sleep. Sleep plays an essential role in our health and helps supports our immune function, metabolism, memory, learning and other vital functions. But according to the National Sleep Foundation, up to 70 million Americans are affected by sleep issues. And in the UK, sleep issues in…
3 Affordable Weighted Blankets That Will Cost You Under $100
*Post contains affiliate links. Heard abut the benefits of a weighted blanket for sleep & anxiety, but not so keen on the price tags? You should find the 3 affordable weighted blankets below are a little easier on your pocket, as they all come in at under $100. Top Pick: Increasingly popular of late, as an…
5 Of The Best Weighted Blankets For Children Who Can’t Sleep
*Post contains affiliate links Looking for recommendations on the best weighted blankets for children? Then chances are you’re already familiar with their many potential benefits. In fact, a number of studies suggest weighted blankets may help kids with insomnia, autism, ADHD and anxiety get better sleep. And a growing number of parents agree. Heavier than regular blankets, weighted…