Yes, for most women, using a weighted blanket while pregnant is perfectly safe. Although a 20-pound blanket may seem like a lot of pressure to put on your bump, it’s no different than carrying around a toddler or having a medium-sized dog lay on your belly.  

Besides, your baby is more protected in the womb than you probably think. The uterus is a powerful organ that acts as a shield against external pressures, while the amniotic fluid and weight you gain throughout pregnancy act as shock absorbers. 

All this is to say that sleeping with a weighted blanket during pregnancy is probably fine. However, if you have underlying health conditions (think sleep apnea or circulation issues) or specific concerns, it doesn’t hurt to consult your doctor. 

Also, keep in mind that weighted blankets are not safe for toddlers and infants. Children under the age of two may be too small to get out from the blanket, which can lead to suffocation.

In most cases, weighted blankets don’t pose a risk to pregnancy. On the contrary, sleeping with a weighted blanket while pregnant can provide significant health benefits. 

1. Eases Symptoms of Stress and Anxiety – From the moment you see those two lines on the pregnancy test, it seems like everything starts to change: your body, your emotions, your family dynamic. These changes can be wonderful but also stressful (and we all know that high stress levels aren’t good for an unborn child). Weighted blankets use a technique called deep pressure stimulation, which research shows can help ease anxiety by calming down the parasympathetic nervous system.
2. Promotes Better Sleep – Between your growing belly, back pain and raging heartburn, getting a good night’s sleep while pregnant can feel impossible. And that’s well before a crying infant even enters the picture. Just imagine how elusive sleep will be once your little one makes their grand debut. Fortunately, weighted blankets can help you get a better night’s snooze. The pressure of the blanket lulls you into a deeper, more restful slumber, so you can get higher quality sleep throughout your pregnancy and beyond.
3. Encourages Side Sleeping – Most health experts agree that side sleeping is the best sleeping position for pregnant women. But if you naturally prefer to sleep on your back or stomach, training yourself to become a side sleeper can be challenging. One thing that can help? That’s right — snuggling under a weighted blanket. The weight of the blanket grounds your body downwards, which helps discourage tossing and turning at night.
4. Eases Symptoms of RLS – Restless leg syndrome is a common complaint among pregnant women. This disorder is characterized by the overwhelming urge to move one’s legs, especially at nighttime. Although RLS is often a temporary side effect of pregnancy, that doesn’t make it any less annoying. Weighted blankets can improve symptoms of RLS by easing stress, improving sleep quality and distracting you from the unpleasant sensation in your legs.

Are you now thinking about trying a weighted blanket? Good for you! According to the experts, getting sufficient sleep during pregnancy is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy baby. 

When it comes to choosing a weighted blanket for pregnancy, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. First, you don’t want the blanket to be too heavy for you after the baby arrives, so consider choosing a weighted blanket that is 10 percent of your pre-pregnancy weight. 

You’ll also want to carefully consider the type and/or material of your weighted blanket. Hot flashes are common during pregnancy, which is why many pregnant women prefer to use a cooling weighted blanket at night. Our cooling weighted blanket is made with breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics, so you can stay cool and comfortable all night long.

So, can you use a weighted blanket for pregnancy? The answer is a resounding yes! In fact, it’s a great way to catch more snooze during pregnancy and ensure a healthy baby (and a healthy, happy mom). 

If you’re looking for a weighted blanket, check out the selection at Gravity Blankets. From our revolutionary cooling weighted blanket to our best-selling Gravity Weighted Blanket, our products are designed to support your nights — and therefore your days — through pregnancy and beyond.

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Weighted blankets – are they safe for kids or during pregnancy?

Blog post | 15 Apr 2021

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• Weighted blankets are not safe for children, especially babies sleeping in cots who may roll onto their tummy.
• Weighted blankets were originally recommended by occupational therapists for children with sensory processing disorders.
• There is no evidence that weighted blankets improve sleep or anxiety.
• There are many evidence-based treatments for anxiety.

For some parents, weighted blankets have become another popular item to add to their crowded shopping list of nursery items. Due to manufacturers’ claims of improving a child’s sleep, any parent could be forgiven for thinking a weighted blanket is worth a try.

But when it comes to putting any item on, around or close to a sleeping child, it’s best to check on its effectiveness and safety. And there is a lack of weighty research behind weighted blankets.

What are weighted blankets?

Weighted blankets are sometimes called sensory, calming or anxiety blankets. They are a heavy quilt with pockets filled with sand, glass beads, barley or plastic weights, evenly distributed throughout the quilt.

The weight of the blanket is said to help calm and soothe a child – similar to a close hug. They range in price from $150-$200 for a single bed up to $300 for a queen-size bed.

Weighted blankets were originally recommended by occupational therapists working with children with sensory processing disorders, including ASD (autism spectrum disorder). In theory, the pressure of the weighted blanket has a positive, calming effect on a child experiencing over-arousal of their nervous system.

However, what was intended only as a temporary, calming tool used under close supervision has now become something else entirely.

Who are weighted blankets for?

Although intended for certain children, some adults claim that using a weighted blanket helps them to feel less anxious and calm down quickly if they’re feeling stressed. Others, who experience insomnia and other sleep disorders, feel that using a weighted blanket may be helpful for them.

Many parents are becoming increasingly interested in seeing if a weighted blanket would be useful in supporting improved sleeping behaviours for their young children.

It’s important to understand that while healthy adults can choose to use a weighted blanket safely, young children can become trapped underneath its weight.

Most manufacturers' claim that weighted blankets should not be used for children under 4 years old. But there’s not enough evidence to say they are safe for any age or stage of childhood.

What the scientific evidence says about weighted blankets

There is very little research on the safety aspects of weighted blankets or their usefulness in improving children’s sleep.

Although many manufacturers publish positive blog posts from satisfied clients, there is a lack of clear evidence to say they work. In fact, they may be harmful — especially if used incorrectly.

Safe-sleeping experts, Red Nose, advise against loose bedding for children, particularly when they’re in a cot. This is because blankets and bed clothing can cover the baby’s head and face, increasing the risk of overheating and suffocation. Young children may not have the mobility or strength to get out from under a weighted blanket.

The risks of sudden unexpected death in infancy (SUDI) is also increased when a baby is sleeping prone (on their tummy), and this increases again when they’re under heavy bedding. The weighted beads also pose a choking risk if they escape from the blanket’s pockets.

Is it safe to use a weighted blanket during pregnancy?

There’s not enough clear evidence to say whether weighted blankets are safe for pregnant women.

Sleeping on your side will help to ensure the blood flow to your baby is not restricted. Either side is fine, but especially from 28 weeks of pregnancy, women should go to sleep on their side and roll back onto their side if they wake up on their back.

What can I do about sleep and anxiety?

Speak with your GP if you can’t sleep because of anxiety or stress.

Relaxation techniques, such as meditation, and good sleep habits can make a big difference. Avoid using your phone or device for at least 1 hour before bed. Avoid stimulants – such as coffee, cola drinks and chocolate – in the late afternoon and evening.

Where can I go for more information and advice?

• Speak with your GP and healthcare provider if you are having trouble sleeping.
• Seek professional support from a child health nurse or paediatrician for support with your child’s sleeping issues.
• Call Pregnancy, Birth and Baby on 1800 882 436 to speak to a maternal child health nurse.

If you’re feeling anxious, you can contact:

• Beyond Blue — 1300 22 4636
• Gidget Foundation — 1300 851 758
• COPE - Centre for Perinatal Excellence
• PANDA — 1300 726 306

This information is for your general information and use only and is not intended to be used as medical advice and should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any medical condition, nor should it be used for therapeutic purposes.

The information is not a substitute for independent professional advice and should not be used as an alternative to professional health care. If you have a particular medical problem, please consult a healthcare professional.

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WHAT IS A WEIGHTED BLANKET FROM BIO-TEXTILE. WHAT IS IT FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Have you heard of such a thing as a “weighted blanket”?

This is a blanket for sleeping, but with a weight much heavier than normal. And this is its inexhaustible health benefits.

"How does it work?" - you ask.

Due to the large weight, such a blanket tightly covers the body, stimulating sensory receptors and creating the effect of a deep massage. This pressure of the blanket on the body stimulates the production of serotonin - the hormone of happiness. In our time of endless fuss, many worries and tedious work, it is simply necessary to replenish energy and relax your body and thoughts. nine0008

A weighted blanket will help you get rid of stress and anxiety, calm your nerves and relieve muscle tension after a hard day. Your sleep under a weighted blanket will become strong and deep.

If you or your loved ones often experience feelings of anxiety or depression, heart palpitations, nervousness and confusion, then in these cases a weighted blanket will be invaluable help. You do not need to drink many different drugs, just sleep under a weighted blanket for 1 month or more, and your mood and well-being will become much better. In addition, with prolonged use, the tone of the heart and the work of the left hemisphere of the brain improve, muscle pain disappears. nine0008

Weighted blankets from BIO-TEXTILE with two types of fillers: buckwheat husks and granules.

The "granule" filler is a granulated polypropylene made from a strong, rigid polymer. These are peculiar granules of dense plastic, designed for contact with food and toys. Therefore, the granules are safe as bedding filler and are heavy in weight to keep the quilt snug against the body.

We use natural buckwheat husk as a natural filler for the weighted blanket. The husk is absolutely hypoallergenic and environmentally friendly, as it is not chemically treated. In addition, the husk is well ventilated, which will help to avoid the greenhouse effect.

We produce for you what has long been recognized and used by specialists in medicine

We all know how important quality and full sleep is, how important it is to relax and relieve stress after a hard day. And that unique feeling of lightness and pleasure, cheerfulness and good mood in a state of relaxation and peace after a session of a good relaxing massage! A weighted blanket will just help your body experience this. Moreover, you can use the blanket constantly, regularly and for quite a long time. nine0008

You just need a weighted blanket if you often experience stress or get tired quickly, suffer from insomnia or other diseases associated with emotional and physical overload and stress. The thing is that the pressure that the heaviness of the blanket creates on the body stimulates all the sensory receptors of the body at once. The body perceives this as a deep massage, due to which the necessary hormone of “joy” is produced and the muscles relax. Your body will relax, blood flow will improve, and sleep will become deep and restful. nine0008

Weighted blankets are recommended not only for adults, but also for children. From infancy, the feeling of dense shelter is perceived by children as protection and calmness, therefore it is restless babies that must be swaddled from birth. And experts, having long understood this pattern, use weighted blankets for autism, cerebral palsy, Alzheimer's disease, and epilepsy to alleviate the condition of a sick child.

Types of weighted blankets from BIO-TEXTILE

In our online store you can see several types of weighted blankets that we produce.

Fixed weight quilts are made from a durable blended fabric. Choose them for a specific adult or child. The more mature and well-fed a person is, the heavier the blanket is for him.

Children's and teenage models are presented in other models. These blankets are made of two types of fabric at once: natural linen, known for its strength and hygienic properties, and soft silky fleece to make the child cozy and pleasant. Filled with buckwheat husks. nine0008

Weighted blankets with zippers can be adjusted. That is, if you wish, you can change their weight for a specific member of your family. For example, for an adult, leave all the “pockets” filled, and for a teenager, pull out a few bags of filler. Or, if the blanket seemed too heavy at first, you can also take out a few bags.

Not so long ago we released a new product. Weighted transformer blanket. This is the most versatile model that will suit both kids and adults, as both its weight and length can be adjusted. A transformer blanket will benefit your whole, as everyone can sleep under this miracle blanket from time to time. nine0008

How to care for your weighted blanket

The pellet blanket is washable. If it is of a fixed weight and the bags with granules cannot be removed from the product, then washing at a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees. If the duvet has zippers, take out the bags and wash the duvet in your preferred way.

A duvet with husks requires more careful care. From time to time, products with husks are recommended to be vacuumed and shaken, as being an absolutely natural product, it creates a natural “deposit” in the form of small particles, like dust. In no case should items filled with husks be washed or even allowed to get wet on the filler. But if this does happen, just dry it in a ventilated place, preferably in sunny weather. nine0008

Weighted blankets are one of the most sought after products produced by our company. We recommend weighted blankets to everyone, because it will help you sleep peacefully and fully, as well as improve your physical health and emotional state! A weighted blanket from Bio-Textile will be a very valuable gift for your loved ones!

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The effect is visible immediately, went to sleep calmly (the last two weeks I had to swaddle), of course, I’ll see how it will be at night. But now I read on the Internet that up to 2 years is not recommended because of the risk of suffocation, but now I’m sitting and thinking how it can happen if, even with a great desire, he simply doesn’t have enough strength to pull it on himself 🧐 girls can anyone use this? From what age? nine0008 0 33428

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