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Best deals on weighted blankets as of Jan. 15:
The raging pandemic mixed with cold winter weather are enough to make anyone want to curl up under a blanket for a few months. If you’re experiencing COVID anxiety and fatigue, it might be time to finally try a weighted blanket.
Weighted blankets are supposed to help relieve stress and anxiety and help you sleep better. Plus, a weighted blanket simulates a gentle hug, and we could all use one of those right now. When shopping for a blanket, you want to look for one that’s about 10 percent of your body weight, give or take a few pounds.
As of Jan. 15, we’ve found a handful of weighted blankets for you to cozy up under.
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Weight: 15 pound
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Size: 48 x 72 inches
You might not recognize brand names when it comes to weighted blankets, but YnM is one of the best. It features small sewn compartments so the weighted beads are evenly distributed. And it’s got a strong, sturdy structure to prevent any rips or tears. If the gray 15-pound blanket isn’t your style, there are other patterns/colors and weights offered, you just won’t get as great of a deal.
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Weight: 15 pounds
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Size: 48 x 72 inches
Lying under 15 pounds of blanket sounds like it could get a little toasty. This weighted blanket from AN is designed to keep you cool while still cradling you in that comforting weight. It’s made from hypoallergenic cotton and has reinforced stitching to ensure no leakage.
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Weight: 15 pounds
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Size: 48 x 72 inches
Weighted blankets can be really pricey — the Gravity Blanket costs a whopping $189. But if you just want something simple that does its job, this $30 weighted blanket from Smart Queen is good for you. It’s designed to keep you cool and also has reinforced stitching to prevent any spillage.
MORE GREAT WEIGHTED BLANKET DEALS
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Weight: 15 pounds
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Size: 48 x 72 inches
This blanket is thin, yet still provides the weighty feel needed to ease stress and anxiety. It’s breathable enough to sleep with all night without overheating. Other colors, weights, and sizes are available, but prices and discounts will vary.
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Weight: 20 pounds
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Size: 60 x 80 inches
This larger blanket comfortably fits over a queen sized bed and is intended for people who weigh between 150 and 200 pounds. It’s durable and has extra padding inside to make sure the glass beads stay in place. It also comes with a storage bag.