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Henderson recommends practising deep belly breathing when using a weighted blanket, to help activate our “rest and digest” response. “The mind’s focus is then on the sensation of the blanket and the breath, not any thoughts that had been racing beforehand, meaning it can also be used as a mindfulness tool when used in this way,” she explains. What is the science behind weighted blankets? The NHS offers more advice on how they can be safely used for children. How heavy or big should a weighted blanket be for kids? It’s possible to use the blankets overnight if they feel good and the user is comfortable doing so, but short periods of time up to 20-30 minutes can also be helpful to slow down and encourage rest during busy or stressful times. It comes down largely to personal preference and comfort.” Size: 90 × 120, 100 x150cm or 110 x 170cm | Weight: 3 or 4kg | Filling: Glass | Removable cover: Yes Reasons to buy Design is an important factor to consider. You will want your child to enjoy using their blanket, so make sure they like the way it looks. If they have a favourite movie character or design, try to find a weighted blanket with that image printed on it. You could even try online shopping with them and let them choose their favourite available design. What Are The Health Benefits Of Weighted Blankets?

In short, they aren’t for everyone. They aren’t recommended for any children under three, and they shouldn’t be used by anyone with breathing difficulties like asthma or sleep apnoea, or a circulatory problem like Type 2 diabetes. What weighted blanket is best for kids? (overall winner) The cotton is super-soft next to the skin and breathable for ultimate comfort, which our tester found helped them sleep much better than without the blanket. And we particularly like that this weighted blanket works just as well draped over the bed as it does in the living room on a chair or sofa. The design is gorgeous and comes in a range of colours, including a berry red, green, grey and blue. We were also impressed by the ethical production process that ensures every worker at each stage is paid a fair wage. Select weighted beads and make sure to measure their weight accurately according to your child’s weight. Be sure to subtract the weight of the fabric or the blanket will be too heavy. It’s really important that they’re used correctly – particularly for children – so make sure they don’t restrict movement, and the cover should never go past a child’s shoulders or cover their head or face. In particular, make sure your child is able to take if off themselves – for safety reasons.

What weighted blanket is best for kids? (overall winner)

For babies, infant clothing is recommended to keep them warm instead of the introduction of blankets or sleeping aids to a childs sleeping area.

As a rule of thumb, the weight of a weighted blanket should be about 10% of your body weight. Of course, the ideal weighted blanket weight depends on what feels right to you. Preferred weights can vary between 5% and 12% of the sleeper’s weight. Look for a blanket that provides a feeling of comfort, but that still feels safe when you are resting beneath it. You may need to try a few different weights before settling on one you find comfortable. Weighted blankets may not be suitable for sleepers who tend to feel claustrophobic.Size: 90 x 120cm, 90 x 120cm or 105 x 150cm | Weight: 1.3, 2.3 or 3.2kg | Filling: Glass beads | Removable cover: No Reasons to buy As smooth as velvet and just as soothing, the Kuddly Weighted Blanket is beautifully soft and contains ultra-silent glass sand beads, which stay quiet when they move to form and hug your body.

My DD and I both have the Kudd.ly one. We love them and use them every night. I would recommend them.” (Rated by Mumsnet user PawPrintsInMyPansies) Our verdict Size: 101 × 78.7cm | Weight: 1.2kg | Filling: micro glass beads | Removable cover: No Reasons to buy Another option is to have one placed on top of a lighter tog duvet, so you can easily remove one or the other as needed. In the winter, both together has the additional benefit of warmth and weight to help encourage a good night’s sleep. The verdict: Weighted blanketsMade with breathable, ultra-soft MicroCool Fleece to help you to stay comfortable, whatever the temperature, the beads sewn into the kuddly stay in place which means no bunching and the whole thing can be put in the washing machine if needed. Weighted blankets are believed to stimulate production of “happiness” hormones like dopamine and serotonin and reduce levels of cortisol, the stress hormone. This helps the user enter a more relaxed state, which is conducive to sleep. However, these health claims are the subject of ongoing research. The main question that often comes up when trying to choose a weighted blanket for a toddler or a child is; The Anjee weighted blanket is available in the following sizes; 90cm x 120cm 2kg 5lbs, 100cm x 150cm 3kg 7lbs and 100 x 150cm 4.5kg 10lbs which make it the perfect weighted blanket for toddlers and young children.