DEEP SLEEP – WEIGHTED GRAVITY BLANKETS
The idea of weighted gravity blanket therapy, also called deep-touch therapy, goes back to a basic human behaviour known to calm us — being held. Clinical studies show that when certain pressure points on the body are stimulated by touch, the brain releases serotonin. This neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating various brain functions, including sleep and mood.
The key to this stimulation is the heaviness of the blanket, which is able to create a deep pressure. Aside from swaddles, this kind of pressure is present in hugs and when we stroke animals.
THE BENEFITS
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Our Weighted Blankets are weighted with Premium Micro Glass Beads. As fine as sand, the glass beads are rounded to create a smooth uniform fill and have a dense feel and weight. They are Non-Toxic, Non-Allergenic, Non-Combustible and Environmentally Harmless. Your Weighted Blanket Insert is now made up of several layers, this ensures even distribution of weight and prevents any beads escaping.
How it Works
When you’re stressed or anxious, you don’t sleep well because your heart is beating too quickly. Weighted gravity blankets combat this by using “pressure therapy”. This means applying a calming amount of pressure to your entire body, and especially to key pressure points, similar to the feeling of being held or hugged.
This gentle pressure relaxes you by activating your parasympathetic nervous system, which lowers your heart rate and delivers an overall feeling of calmness to allow you to sleep better.
Pressure therapy is also an effective treatment for ADHD and autism. With the sense of touch so gently heightened by the weighted gravity blanket, the person is not do distracted by other stimuli such as noise or movement.
Luxury Cotton and Flannel Covers
For that luxurious close to the skin touch! We offer you a choice of high-quality cotton or flannel covers for your weighted gravity blanket, in a range of colours to match all tastes and bedroom décor.
Our range includes covers with soft and warm minky fleece on one side, and cooling cotton on the other – ideal for use as the seasons change.
Luxury Cotton and Flannel Covers
For that luxurious close to the skin touch! We offer you a choice of high-quality cotton or flannel covers for your weighted gravity blanket, in a range of colours to match all tastes and bedroom décor.
Our range includes covers with soft and warm minky fleece on one side, and cooling cotton on the other – ideal for use as the seasons change.
Weighted Blankets for Children
At first, deep touch pressure stimulation was used to help children with ASD or SPD. These kids often experience sensory overload, meaning they have difficulty filtering out background sensory information. This can cause restlessness, anxiety, and trouble participating in seated activities and ongoing tasks. Of course, sleeping can be difficult in this state as well.
Studies have shown weighted gravity blankets can help children with ASD fall asleep. The kids benefit not only from the release of serotonin the blankets bring, but also from the decrease in heart rate and blood pressure that result from the calming effect. This allows for more control, and in turn, a better chance of rest.
Weighted blankets and deep-touch pressure benefits those without a specific sensory disorder as well.
One 2004 study involved participants complaining of sleep dysfunction, stress, and pain, and showed a reduction in nighttime cortisol levels while patients were “grounded” during sleep with weighted blankets. A reduction in cortisol, the primary stress hormone, lead to overall better sleep quality.
Excellent weighted blanket!
The amount of money I’ve spent on things to “help sleep”. I was initially sceptical, I didn’t want to get my hopes up just to have them dashed. All I can say is wow and amazing! An almost instantaneous effect .
Excellent quality and very fast delivery. Mary the product is amazing
Unexpectedly quick delivery and as soon as I pull the blanket up to my shoulders it’s like a big hug and I’m ready for sleep. Also use it with my duvet so not even overheating. Didn’t know I really needed it until I got it!
I ordered a blanket for my partner who has trouble sleeping and it is already working wonders! Mary is so accommodating and excellent to deal with, I am already recommending this service to anybody I know with insomnia etc. It’s fab!
My husband bought me a lap pad which I use regularly to help with my anxiety I often drape it over my shoulder and it feels like an arm giving me a hug very comforting and a bonus it’s from Waterford!
Lovely product, well made an very personalised service from Mary.My daughter loves her blanket and its having the desired effect helping to calm and ground her.
Can’t thank you enough for Niamh’s beautiful blanket. She absolutely loves it and won’t travel without it. It’s made a big difference at bedtime and she often chills during the day with it too
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