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Anyone Try Weighted Blankets?

Topaz Gem — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 05:46:55 GMT

Weighted blankets seem to be the latest craze, and I was wondering if anyone has tried them. The commercials are convincing, of course, but I prefer to ask consumers who have actually purchased them as they are quite pricey.

Please let me know what you think of them and if you like them, can you recommend any particular brand?

Thank you!

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GiantsLover — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 06:15:57 GMT

My relative tried a few brands of weighted blankets and said they were just too heavy to use, so she returned them for refunds.

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x Hedge — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 06:24:12 GMT

@GiantsLover they come in different weights, some are adjustable. Too heavy won't be comforting. It'll just feel heavy.

@Topaz Gem this subject is posted about every couple of months. A forum search for Weighted Blanket will yield a wealth of info.

I mention it because sometimes posters with experience using, washing, etc, who've already replied a few times, may just pass it by when it comes up again.

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Sweetpea856 — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 06:24:29 GMT

I had purchased one for my granddaughter this past Christmas. I had my son look on the net and he found one. She is is her internern ship at Rochester, NY. .She had a bad experience . She had read up on it and tought it may help her. Thats when I decided to purchase it. I did get her the one I believe it was 115 . they go by your weight . She is 4 hours from home . She did say it is helping her . She was having problems not sleeping , anxiety, and many other issues from what had happened to her whe she first started.

I know we did not get it at the Q. I will ask my son where he did get it. I believe it was arond $135.00 .

I hope this helps you.

Sweetpea856

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catter70 — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 09:08:46 GMT

I was just channel surfing and they were presenting one on Evine. It is 15 lbs and the cost was, I think, $79.99.

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sarahpanda — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 09:15:18 GMT

My autistic grandson, who by the way, is 'defiant' about everything, gave me a ''yes nod" when I asked him if he liked his weighted blanket. So it's a win for him !

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BirkiLady — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 10:26:52 GMT

@Laura14has a weighted blanket, I believe. If I remember correctly, she purchased it last fall and found it very comfortable. It's like a cocoon or being hugged and comforted from what I've read. Not too heavy or warm.

Also, lately I've been reading there are different warmths available as well as weights. Check them out in your local stores to find what is best for you, then find the best type and price on-line or in the big box stores.

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violann — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 11:09:47 GMT

@sarahpanda wrote:
My autistic grandson, who by the way, is 'defiant' about everything, gave me a ''yes nod" when I asked him if he liked his weighted blanket. So it's a win for him !

I’ve worked with several children who have benefited significantly from wearing weighted vests during classroom and therapeutic activities.

So nice to read about a thoughtful grandma who seeks helpful gifts for her grandson!

Best to you both!

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Deblife — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 14:37:50 GMT

I first purchased one that was 20 lbs. It was way too much weight. I'm 69 and it weighed heavily on my legs and made them hurt. I then purchased a 12 lb one from Target online and it was perfect. Don't go by the weight guide lines they give you. 20 lbs doesnt sound like alot but you put that on and it is quite heavy. A younger person would do better with such weight since their joints are still working! LOL

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Snicks1 — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 15:00:56 GMT

I'm curious about this subject because for me personally, I can't imagine having weight added, but I realize that some may like or need this.

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Oznell — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 15:40:02 GMT

@Topaz Gem, I posted on mine not long ago. I ordered the smallest one I could find on QVC, a "BlanQuil" weighing 15 pounds, in navy. I was a bit skeptical, but hopeful.

I absolutely love it. The weight of it is gentle, not oppressive, and to me at least, sleep-inducing. I mainly got it to combat my insomnia, and it is very effective for that, although I do usually still wake up early. But I will have hours of untroubled, restful sleep under it.

I can well imagine it would have therapeutic properties, particularly for those with anxiety. It does seem to be "stress-reducing" in my case at least.

https://www.qvc.com/BlanQuil-Geo-Quilted-48%22-x-74%22-15-lb-Weighted-Blanket.product.H218808.html?sc=SRCH

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grandma r — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 16:27:52 GMT

Weighted blankets, lap pads, and vests are often used to help Autistic children at home, in school, and anywhere needed. They seem to relieve anxiety. Special needs classrooms usually have vests or the lap pad to aid the children. These have been very beneficial to our grandson.

Just be sure the one you select isn't too heavy and that it's washable.

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Suzeecat — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 17:19:48 GMT

I bought one when they first came out - I'll do anything in the hope of getting a good night's sleep. They were expensive then, I think I paid around $200 for a 15 lb. one. I like it, but I can only use it during winter with my thermostat turned way down because it's HOT. I would compare it to the sensation of sleeping with someone's arms around you, or spooning with someone, only that someone doesn't snore or breathe or toss & turn. Now, after two winter's of use, the beads are shifting so that I have four really heavily weighted corners and the rest of the blanket is light. I don't have the patience to push the beads back to where they should be, and not sure I will purchase a replacement. For what I paid, it turned out to be a poor investment. I'm glad though, that the price has come down somewhat.

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chrystaltree — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 20:33:54 GMT

I've seen infomercials but I don't buy something just because an infomercial tells me to, I don't see the point. If for some odd reason, I felt I needed a heavy blanket on me....I'd use two blankets.

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AnikaBrodie — Tue, 16 Apr 2019 20:50:06 GMT

If I saw an ad for weighted blankets I would not even tune in. I hate heavy blankets and even in winter do not sleep with more than a light weight blanket or quilt. Just not comfortable.

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house_cat — Sun, 28 Apr 2019 15:45:26 GMT

I bought one from Bed, Bath and Beyond last week. The brand is Therapedic. It weighs 16 pounds. I notice most of them are 10/15/20 pounds, but mine is clearly labeled as 16 pounds, perhaps because of the duvet, which is quite substantial.

I was worried about spending so much money on a blanket, but I absolutely love it. Here are some positives and negatives as I see it.

+ soothing and comfortable, envelops the body

+ helps with my restless legs and body

+ warm and cozy, feels like a hug

+ really well constructed, duvet it comes with is excellent

- very warm, won't be usable on hot summer nights

- very heavy to move it around

- gonna be a beast to get back into the duvet

- DH doesn't like it and we share a bed

All in all, I still highly recommend it to anyone who feels easily overwhelmed and needs to be snuggled.