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Weighted Blanket

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ShazzaKanazza Thu 27-Jan-22 08:38:19

Good morning.
I know there has already been a thread on these but I couldn’t find it.
I bought one after reading about them and my sleep has been transformed. I used to lay awake worrying and stressing through the night but that doesn’t happen now so I’m not tired or fretful through the day and my mental health is really good. I would recommend one to everyone.
My grandson has autism and he’s so much calmer with it across his knees. They are great for so many health problems. It’s like having a great big cuddle.

Shinamae Thu 27-Jan-22 08:41:27

I have had one for about two weeks now and it really does help my sleep. However I find it so heavy, I use it with a top sheet as I don’t think I would have a hope in hell of changing the cover..

Sparklefizz Thu 27-Jan-22 08:57:13

I'm a great fan of weighted blankets and love mine. I'm no longer restless. Like Shinamae says, I use it with a top sheet to save tackling changing the cover.

Sara1954 Thu 27-Jan-22 08:57:54

ShazzaKanazza
Really pleased it’s working for you.
I like the feeling of weight, but found it really hard to turn over, without messing up the bed completely, and then having to get up to sort it out!
Also, I found it really hot, and taking it off every morning to make the bed was like a weight training exercise.

ShazzaKanazza Thu 27-Jan-22 09:12:49

Haha Sara I know what you mean with making the bed. Mine doesn’t have a cover it will go straight in the washer. It’s so soft and cosy. I like to fold it a couple of times and pile it on top of me. So the more weight the better. My hubby is pleased I’m not tossing and turning around the bed anymore lol

Candelle Tue 05-Apr-22 12:59:01

Love mine too, a recent convert (thank you Father Christmas!).

I use mine over a sheet as I don't want to have to wash it. Sheet washing is rather easier!

I tossed and turned all night and the weighted blanket has been a real boon, I love it.

I do wonder about the summer months..... surely it will be too warm and I will miss it so be awake even more.....?!

Has anyone used a weighted blanket throughout the summer, successfully?