Let’s Talk About: The Therapeutic Benefits of Weighted Blankets

As a therapist, I first heard of weighted blankets from my clients diagnosed on the Autism Spectrum. As I began doing more research on them, I realized that weighted blankets are beneficial and therapeutic for everyone and not just those with sensory challenges. I learned that weighted blankets activate pressure points within the body, which help reduce anxiety, increase mood, and a feeling of relaxation and calmness. You see the gentle pressure from the weight increased levels of serotonin and melatonin and decrease the stress hormone, cortisol. Weighted blankets also help individuals achieve a deeper level of sleep!

“Using a weighted cover like Comfitude which is about 10% of your body weight creates Deep Touch Pressure Stimulation (DTPS), that triggers a similar central nervous system reaction as being held. A calmer central nervous system facilitates a better night’s sleep.” – Comfitude

As a parent, I know how stressful life can be and am always looking for tools to help myself, other parents, and my clients to help alleviate stress in their lives a natural way. So I decided to try one of the weighted blankets out for myself! I partnered with Comfitude and received my own 20 pound weighted blanket. The weighted blankets come in 3 different colors; charcoal, grey, and taupe. I chose to get the charcoal because it matched best with my home decor. The blanket is 48×74 and can weigh either 15 or 20 pounds. I chose the 20 pound weighted blanket. The blanket is ideally 10% of your body weight. For adults between 100-140lbs, they suggest the 15 pound blanket. For anything more they suggest the 20 pound blanket. In addition to blankets, Comfitude also sells a cotton weighted comforter as well! The comforter is white and comes in either 25 or 30 pounds.

Each cotton blanket is hand stitched with 6 inch square boxes that equally distribute the weight of the blanket. The blankets are velvety and super smooth and soft. I use mine during the day on the couch and then take it upstairs to use in bed in the evening! I love drinking my tea and or reading a book to relax after a long day and the weight of the blanket helps me achieve this state of relaxation! And when I am not using the blanket, it easily folds flat and can fit into my linen closet. And want to know the best part? They are machine washable!

The weighted blankets are only $159 and if you use the code DRKIM you will receive 15% off your next purchase! The code is only good until October 10th, so hurry and get one while you can at such a great price! They will even make wonderful gifts for loved ones for the holidays!