Chances are you’ve been getting extra use out of your weighted blanket over the last 10 months or so. Just a wild guess, considering they are known to decrease anxiety and provide more restful ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." But just like any piece of your bedding set, you have to wash it! After all, not only are these blankets ...

Ideal for combatting stress and anxiety—or for anyone who wants to elevate their lounge or sleep set-up—weighted blankets have become an increasingly popular option for improving comfort. One downside ...

The comfort of a weighted blanket can help reduce stress and improve sleep, but how exactly should you wash one? Because of their weight (some versions can weigh up to 35 pounds!) it’s a little more ...

Weighted blankets have become something of a hot commodity -- and for good reason. Not only do they invite you to cozy up and wind down, but early research shows they might help with anxiety and ...

Weighted blankets are wonderful tools for getting a better night's sleep, but they're not the easiest to care for. The same heft that makes them comforting also poses a problem during washing and ...

Before you put an electric blanket anywhere near liquid detergent or water, you have to unplug it. Remember, water and electricity do not mix. Disconnect all the controls and cords, and then check the ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. People use weighted blankets for a variety of reasons. Research suggests that the therapeutic blankets, which weigh between five and 30 pounds, “may ...

About 40 percent of American adults suffer from insomnia, according to a study in the American Journal of Managed Care—and some of those try to prevent sleepless nights with a weighted blanket. A ...