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Weighted blankets-give it a go

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13/04/2023 at 02:08

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Hi everyone

I wanted to recommend something I tried this winter. It helped me a lot to not feel as lonely- I fell asleep faster, it calmed me down. Something so simple- a weighted blanket. For about 100quid you can snuggle and sleep tight. I'm not saying it was magic, I still got my problems but it was nice to try.

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@Pippadog Yes I switched over to the electric overblankets for nearly tenty years ago and never was cold again. My wife uses her side just to warm her up but I enjoy the full overnight heat and improved my sleep no end. So cheap to use and I have one at my static caravan, very useful this Easter being so cold!

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Weighted blankets-give it a go https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-behavioural-disorders-mental-illne/weighted-blanketsgive-it-a-go-5020 2023-04-13 17:16:52

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Hey @anxietyisme! How are you?

Thank you for sharing? What is it exactly? Is it like a thicker blanket? I am interested to hear more! Also I am very glad you found comfort in using it. Getting good sleep is very important for overall well-being. I will tag some members who might want to share their thoughts on this topic and hopefully, we all can discuss this alter!

@whitecross1955 @BrianM @Pippadog @robjmckinney @TWWTS1 @vince234 @lesmal @Mandy59 @ZoeLara @sodowninsurrey @richard0804 @sophiesmum @Alquimist @Aallen @saalikkkk @sidiculous @Chilin

Hello everybody! How is your day going?

Have you ever heard of a weighted blanket? What do you think about it? would you like to try it? What helps you sleep better?

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Polina from the Carenity team


Weighted blankets-give it a go https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-behavioural-disorders-mental-illne/weighted-blanketsgive-it-a-go-5020 2023-04-13 15:24:00

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14/04/2023 at 23:46

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@Polina.K

It is a heavy blanket that is relieves anxiety


Weighted blankets-give it a go https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-behavioural-disorders-mental-illne/weighted-blanketsgive-it-a-go-5020 2023-04-14 23:46:13

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16/04/2023 at 14:45

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@Polina.K I am happy with my electric blanket. This gets put on before I go to bed to warm up the bed for an hour or two. It then gets turned off when in bed. I must admit I love it!

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@anxietyisme That's so nice!!


Weighted blankets-give it a go https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-behavioural-disorders-mental-illne/weighted-blanketsgive-it-a-go-5020 2023-04-17 14:26:45

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I have a weighted blanket it's difficult to use with a partner, I find my electrically heated blanket sufficient weight equally it gives me the heat required to reduce my painful legs and hips most of the time.


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@Pippadog Yes I switched over to the electric overblankets for nearly tenty years ago and never was cold again. My wife uses her side just to warm her up but I enjoy the full overnight heat and improved my sleep no end. So cheap to use and I have one at my static caravan, very useful this Easter being so cold!

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Weighted blankets-give it a go https://www.carenity.co.uk/forum/other-discussions/living-with-behavioural-disorders-mental-illne/weighted-blanketsgive-it-a-go-5020 2023-04-13 17:16:52

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