Weighted Blankets

Weighted blankets have been all the talk recently and we are going to give you 6 reasons why it's a perfect gift for yourself or someone else. 

  1. Its a form of deep pressure touch

Feeling the weight of a heavy blanket on top of you has been proven to release serotonin and dopamine, and these are 2 neurotransmitters that can help you to feel more relaxed. 

  1. They can help with insomnia. 

Do you know someone that has a really tough time sleeping, even yourself? Well, weighted blankets mold to your body and kind of feel like you’re constantly getting a warm hug, that kind of pressure can help relax your nervous system. 

  1. Boosting your mood

Deep touch pressure has been shown to boost the release of serotonin which in turn, makes us feel less sad and irritable.

  1. Eases travel anxiety 

Do you hate airplanes, have a fear of small spaces? Using a weighted blanket while traveling can make you feel less restless and sooth your body to feel less anxious when traveling. 

  1. Decreases Anxiety in pets 

If you get this blanket for it may not only be helping you or the person you gift it to, it could also help, yes we said it, a pet! If your pet struggles with hearing loud noises, like thunder?  This blanket is the perfect fix. It works for animals just as it does for humans, helping to release serotonin and making them feel safe. 

  1. Recreates a hug

Who doesn’t love being held, feeling warm or safe? We do and we’re pretty sure you do too. The comfort and peaceful feelings you feel when receiving a bear hug are basically recreated with this blanket, and you never have to let go! 

Let us know if you try out this amazing product @TheEdge.com!