Should I Buy A Weighted Blanket For My Child?
Anxiety and sleep issues affect a large percentage of adults. The same problems also affect children and many parents are considering purchasing a weighted blanket for their little ones to help.
Weighted blankets have long been used as a therapeutic tool for children with sensory overload. The masses only recently discovered weighted blankets and found that weighted blankets can calm both children and adults.
What are the Benefits of a Weighted Blanket for Kids?
A blanket is a security source for young children. A blanket that is weighted can have a magical effect on your child’s sleep helping with falling asleep and also staying asleep. The blanket’s weight creates gentle pressure on the skin creating security while also limiting restless legs. This will help your child relax, calm down and your child will be able to fall asleep quicker.
A blanket that is weighted feels like a hug when you’re asleep. This is what a child needs in order to feel calm and reassured. It will help prepare their mind and body for sleep. It will help them to feel grounded on the bed. Your child will be less likely to wake up in the middle of the night and toss around. You can also use the weighted blanket during the day to calm your child down.
How to Choose a Weighted Blanket For Your Child?
A weighted blanket can be very
beneficial for children from 3 years. Children must be able remove a blanket by themselves in order to use a weighted blanket.
You need to ensure that the blanket you purchase is the correct weight and size. The blanket should cover only the child’s body, and not their head, for safety reasons.
How to Use a Weighted Blanket?
Introduce the blanket slowly to your child. Cover your child’s feet and legs first, then slowly pull the blanket up. You want them to still have the ability to move well underneath the blanket. While reading, watching movies or doing homework, you can wrap the blanket around your child to help them settle and concentrate better.
Little Nation uses only non-toxic, unique glass beads for all of our weighted blankets. They are therefore thinner and more evenly distributed. We use soft, durable, and breathable fabrics to ensure your child’s comfort. All of our weighted blankets can be machine washed. Our weighted blankets are not recommended for children younger than three years old.
Check out Little Nations range of weighted blankets for kids.
