What is a Weighted Blanket? It’s a blanket, with little weights in it! This small extra weight and pressure on your body as you sleep, relaxes, relieves stresses and calms the central nervous system. Heavier than ‘normal’ blankets, weighted blankets are recommended for sleep problems or anxiety.
What is a Weighted Blanket?
‘Weighted’ or ‘Gravity’ Blankets are becoming more and more popular and widely used. They are designed to be heavier than normal blankets. The science behind this is pretty simple and follows the same lines as tightly swaddling a new born baby, the sensation makes the baby feel snug and secure as it simulates the warm embrace of a parents comforting arms.
The small amount of weight in these blankets has been proven to help calm the central nervous system and many users find themselves comforted and calm helping them to relax into a quicker and deeper more restful sleep.
Weighted Blankets, Adult & Child, Grey
€29.99 – €42.99
Weighted Blankets, Adult & Child, Grey. The sensation of being swaddled helps a more restful sleep. Especially good for those suffering sleep or stress problems. The slight extra pressure is calming on the central nervous system, mimicking the sensation of being swaddled as a baby.
| Size | Description | Price | Quantity | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Child | 91x122cm- 2.27kg | €29.99 | - + |
Weighted Blankets, Adult & Child, Grey. The slight extra pressure when you sleep is calming on the central nervous system, mimicking the sensation of being swaddled as a baby. ‘Weighted’ or ‘Gravity’ Blankets are very popular and widely used for those suffering poor sleep, anxiety and stress.
Weighted Blankets, Adult & Child Sizes, Grey
Weighted blankets have been around for a number of years. The weight gives the same sensation as being hugged or swaddled as a baby allowing for a more restful sleep. Calming on the central nervous system, the blankets help to relieve stress & anxiety, as well as insomnia, and improve overall mood.
‘Weighted’ or ‘Gravity’ Blankets are becoming more and more popular and widely used. They are designed to be heavier than normal blankets. The science behind this is pretty simple and follows the same lines as tightly swaddling a new born baby, the sensation makes the baby feel snug and secure as it simulates the warm embrace of a parents comforting arms.
The small amount of weight in these blankets has been proven to help calm the central nervous system and many users find themselves comforted and calm helping them to relax into a quicker and deeper more restful sleep. Read more about Weighted Blankets on the blog!
Weighted Blanket Sizes
- Children’s Weighted Blanket: 91cm x 122cm, 2.27kg.
- Adult’s Weighted Blanket: 101cm x 152cm, 4.6kg.
Weighted Blanket Material & Care
100% polyester outer casing. Filling: Ceramic beads & polyester fibre. Spot cleaning only.
THESE BLANKETS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 20kgs.
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Our wide range of throws and blankets are available in a variety of colours to suit any room, including soft grey throws, vibrant yellow throws and on-trend blush pink throws. Other popular colours for our throws and blankets include black, white, orange, ochre, mustard, pink, navy, green, duck egg, cream, natural and many more. It’s not just plain colours though, we also stock throws and blankets in tartan, check, geometric, zebra, tiger, and other fun designs.
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What are the Benefits of using a Weighted Blanket ?
These blankets have been shown to help with:
- Anxiety
- Insomnia
- Reducing stress
- Improved overall mood
- Autism
Our Duvet-style weighted blankets add weight using small ceramic beads inside a light cover, ideal to use in bed, on the sofa or anywhere that you would like to relax. Studies have shown that less medications for sleep problems or anxiety may needed as a result of using such a simple, relaxation remedy.
‘Deep Pressure Stimulation’ is a natural therapy which where a firm pressure is applied to the body to help promote a sense of calm. The weighted blankets are a form of deep pressure stimulation and offer many users a sense of calm and security. The blankets are now widely used as an alternative aid when helping children or adults who are on the spectrum of autism as they can ease stress and help to relieve the feelings of anxiety.
Weighted Blankets Help Reduce Stress & Anxiety
The secure and comforting weight of the blankets can really be beneficial to those among us who have difficulty in sleeping as the therapeutic, evenly distributed weight over the body should help to calm the central nervous system, gently lowering heart beat and putting the mind into a relaxed state ready to achieve a deep and restful sleep.
Our blankets come in two sizes/weights.
Our children’s blankets are 2.27kg overall weight and approximately 91 x 122 cm, and adult blankets are 4.6 kg overall weight and 101 x 152 cm. The blankets are not recommended for children under 20 kg (3st 2lb) or anyone suffering with:
- Sleep apnoea
- Respiratory problems
- Claustrophobia
As with any treatments or remedies if you are not sure you should always seek medical advice before usage and if any adverse effects are felt refrain from using immediately. Beads are a choke hazard so not recommended for children under 3 years of age.
Available at our two stores – Yorkshire Linen Beds & More in Mijas Costa and Yorkshire Linen Prestige in Marbella.
Or use our WhatsApp Personal Shopper service on (+34) 626 14 77 03.
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Whether it’s for snuggling up under during the cold winter months, or for adding some flair to your interior décor, a throw or blanket can add colour, comfort and texture to any room. A large sofa throw is always useful, while a bed throw is a great way to add colour while at the same time adding another layer during the winter.
Our wide range of throws and blankets are available in a variety of colours to suit any room, including soft grey throws, vibrant yellow throws and on-trend blush pink throws. Other popular colours for our throws and blankets include black, white, orange, ochre, mustard, pink, navy, green, duck egg, cream, natural and many more. It’s not just plain colours though, we also stock throws and blankets in tartan, check, geometric, zebra, tiger, and other fun designs.
Beds, Mattresses, Headboards and More Bedroom Furniture
Our ‘Beds and More’ Huge ranges of beds, mattresses, furniture, decoration and inspirational ideas for your home!
We have been trading at Yorkshire Linen Beds and More for over 10 years and our staff although highly trained have also accumulated a wealth of valuable knowledge and can advise you in every step of buying a new bed or mattress, choosing the right length of curtains for your windows or completely furnishing a home or holiday apartment. (We can offer a full, bespoke package to suit all budgets including delivery and installation.) Visit the Beds and More website to find out about our range of beds, mattresses and bedroom furniture for sale from our bed shops in Mijas Costa and Marbella.
