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Weighted blankets are great for easing stress and anxiety, thanks to their ability to stimulate serotonin and create the feeling of a warm, comforting hug.
Nothing says winter like snuggling up in a blanket at night with a cup of tea and a good book – or watching a few episodes of your favourite show before dozing off.
While many of us have our favourite blankets to hold onto, it might be time for an upgrade – and a weighted blanket may just be the one to purchase.
Weighted blankets have numerous benefits, from helping poor sleepers get much-needed rest to easing anxiety and stress.
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While they are like regular blankets, most have glass or plastic beads stitched into them, which gives the added weight that makes them oh-so-comfortable.
With the promise of pure relaxation, it’s no surprise that there is a rising number of people getting on the weighted blanket bandwagon – and we’ve curated the best of the best to purchase and meet any need.
Kudd.ly weighted blanket
Weighted blankets: Kudd.ly weighted blanket
Shop Therapy weighted lap pad
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Weighted blanket: Brentford weighted blanket John Lewis & Partners specialist synthetic weighted blanket
Weighted blankets: John Lewis & Partners specialist synthetic weighted blanket This weighted blanket is simple in design but extremely effective. Complete with a special weighty filling to create a cosy feel and even pressure across your body, you can wrap yourself in this specialist blanket and reduce restlessness and increase relaxation in a matter of minutes.
Shop John Lewis & Partners specialist synthetic weighted blanket, £80.00 - £110.00
Remy The Sleeper
Weighted blankets: Remy The Sleeper Baloo weighted blanket
Weighted blankets: Baloo weighted blanket This weighted blanket comes with a host of benefits, from natural and chemical-free materials to 100% cotton exterior and interior making it perfect for cool, deep sleep.
The Sleep Lab the silent gravity blanket
Weighted blankets: The Sleep Lab the silent gravity blanket The Sleep Lab’s gravity blanket combines comfort and stylish design to ensure a dry comfortable night’s sleep.
One of its key features is its use of bamboo, which is thermoregulating and includes a cover with 12 specially built-in straps, which are tied to 12 sewn points so that the weight is distributed evenly.
Cuckooland Icon Celine Velvet Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets: Cuckooland Icon Celine Velvet Weighted Blanket This luxe green velvet blanket is enough to make anyone want to dive in and snuggle up.
Including individual pockets filled with glass beads, the weight is evenly distributed over the body to give you a good night’s sleep, giving a feeling of safety and relaxation.
Kally weighted anxiety blanket
Weighted blankets: Kally weighted anxiety blanket Rest Easy sleep better weighted blanket
Weighted blankets: Rest Easy sleep better weighted blanket This blush pink weighted blanket has a calming effect to help improve sleep quality, complete with a stylish padded design.
little home at John Lewis camping weighted blanket
Weighted blankets: little home at John Lewis camping weighted blanket This versatile blanket is a statement piece that will look and feel good across the arm of a sofa or on your bed.
Shop little home at John Lewis camping weighted blanket, £36.00
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