Weighted Sleep Blanket Reviews

I caved and bought a weighted blanket to see if it really helps you sleep better.

Weighted sleep blanket reviews.

Weighted blankets have become a popular sleep accessory for many adults and children. As the senior sleep writer at wirecutter i closely follow bedding trends and developments in sleep science. Most weighted blankets are filled with glass or plastic beads in order to make them heavier than standard blankets and quilts. The original ynm weighted blanket is one of the best selling weighted blankets online with more than 13 000 reviews on amazon.

For this guide i spoke with weighted blanket makers and i read scientific papers on. Some studies suggest they re an effective way to help children with autism and adhd but more research is needed. To pick the best weighted blankets the fiber scientists in the textiles lab. Weighted blankets work by providing a sensation called grounding that involves applying moderate pressure to the body and pushing them deeper into the sleep surface.

The key to making a weighted blanket work for you is the weight. Typically the blankets are available in multiple weight options. Our consumer score represents. Grounding is also said to trigger the release of calming hormones that soothe the nerves and aid in sleep.

Ynm says its unique seven layer construction makes the blanket. Weighted blankets are a popular way to relieve anxiety and improve sleep.