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The magical benefits of our cozy, calming weighted blankets are backed by science! Sleeping under weight has been proven to lower stress, ease anxiety, and improve the quality of your sleep. Here’s how it works:

• Activates the effects of Deep Touch Pressure (DTP)
  • Increases serotonin, the happy hormone, to make you feel more content
  • Increases melatonin, the sleep regulating hormone, to lull you into a blissful slumber
  • Decreases cortisol, the stress hormone, to help you relax
• Mimics the effects of ‘grounding’ or ‘earthing’ so you feel secure
• Mimics the sensation of a warm hug, to help you feel safe and relaxed

For more information, read our deep-dive into how weighted blankets work.

The most significant health benefits of weighted blankets include improved sleep and reduced feelings of anxiety and stress. Many people with autism, fibromyalgia, post-traumatic stress disorder, restless leg syndrome, or sensory processing disorder have found that sleeping under weight benefits their health.

If you’re curious about how weighted blankets ease anxiety, the science-supported explanation is that Deep Touch Pressure (DTP) helps your body naturally produce more serotonin (happy hormone) and melatonin (sleepy hormone) while curbing high cortisol (stress hormone) production. Studies show that sleeping under weight delivers the therapeutic benefits of deep touch pressure (DTP), which leaves us feeling calmer and more relaxed.

Many people have found it beneficial to use a weighted blanket for restless leg syndrome. The evenly distributed weight of our filler-free Nappers delivers the therapeutic effects of deep touch pressure, which can help to ease tension and restlessness throughout the night.

Most conventional weighted blankets are filled with tiny plastic pellets or glass beads. This means that they’re hot and sweaty to sleep under, and they’re extremely damaging to the environment — at the end of their lifecycle, the plastic pellets end up in landfills or in the ocean.

A Bearaby blanket does things differently. Unlike conventional weighted blankets, our Nappers are weighted with layer upon layer of our patented yarn instead of artificial fillers or plastic pellets. We use only sustainably sourced fabrics, grown and crafted without the use of harmful pesticides or chemicals. Our hand-knit, chunky loop design and breathable fabrics allow air to circulate around you so you stay at a just-right temperature while your weighted blanket naturally brings about better sleep and relaxation.

Another stand-out feature of our Nappers is that they look as good as they feel! We were even awarded a coveted Red Dot Award for Product Design. We believe that you should be able to enjoy products that deliver proven health benefits without compromising on style, so our weighted blankets are designed to complement every couch and bed, while helping you enjoy better sleep!

We developed an innovative way to layer natural cotton into a soft and chunky firm yarn that delivers the same amount of weight as traditional fillers, but more responsibly and effectively. It’s a technique that’s never been used before, and we even have a patent for it!

Our knitted design isn’t just a pretty face – it also serves an essential purpose. Our chunky loops evenly distribute weight over your body, while allowing air to circulate in and around the weaves. So you can rest assured you’ll never feel overheated while you sleep – a common complaint from those using traditional weighted blankets.

It takes around three weeks to form a new habit, and a new sleeping routine is no exception! If you’re using a weighted blanket for the first time, it’s important to listen to your body, allowing yourself to ease in and get used to the weight little by little. We recommend using the Napper for less than 2 hours during the first three days, and gradually increasing the usage until you build up to a full night’s rest. After around ten days, you should begin to notice that you’re used to your blanket, and after three weeks you should start seeing the benefits of a new routine that includes natural, deep sleep.

The recommended weighted blanket weight is 10% of your body weight. Our Nappers are available in 10, 15, 20, and 25 lb weight options. To help you determine the weighted blanket weight that suits you best, take our handy quiz.

While weighted blankets can help to treat some common sleep disorders, sleeping under weight isn’t recommended for people with certain pre-existing medical conditions, such as sleep apnea. Some people with conditions such as these found it uncomfortable to sleep under weight. If you have a condition that you’re concerned about, we always recommend that you check in with a healthcare professional before trying out a weighted blanket.

Don’t forget that we also offer a 30-day return policy, so if you get the green light from your doctor, you can try out one of our blankets and see if it works for you!

Yes – in fact, our Travel Napper is made for this very purpose! When packed into its duffel bag, our Travel Napper measures 20” x 10” x 10” – the perfect size for carry-on luggage. Our 10 lb Travel Napper is a filler-free travel weighted blanket that, unlike many other weighted blankets, doesn't contain plastic pellets or beads, so you don’t have to worry about fillers in your blanket causing delays as you make your way through airport security.

Provided you supervise your pet carefully, it’s safe to share your Napper with your fur baby Never let your fur baby bury itself under a weighted blanket unsupervised since the full weight of your Napper could be too heavy, especially for a small or mid-sized pet. Make sure you’re keeping an eye on any furry family members cuddling with your Napper.

The good news is because our Nappers are hand-knitted with open loops that allow a constant supply of airflow, there is minimal risk of suffocation even if your dog or cat accidentally gets stuck underneath one of our weighted blankets. Also, because our Nappers get their heft from fabric layers, should your pet decide to chew your Napper, there are no small beads or plastic pellets that can spill out and pose a choking hazard.

Our Cotton Napper, Travel Napper, and Nappling are made from sustainably farmed Better Cotton and are also MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX certified. All of our products are Fairtrade International certified, meaning that they’re kind to the people that make them as well as the people that use them.

Our long-staple, all natural cotton is sustainably farmed in India. We’re committed to using 100% responsibly sourced cotton because it creates a better life for the people who grow it, and a better product for the people who use it.

All of our products are Fairtrade International certified.

All our weighted blankets are hypoallergenic and carry OEKO-TEX certifications – this means none of our products contain any harmful substances, artificial chemicals, or pesticides, and they are produced in environmentally-friendly facilities.

We’re proud to say Bearaby is a zero-waste company. We’ve committed to a zero-plastic production line from the start, which means you won’t find any plastic wrapping or excess packing materials around our products.

We’re doing our bit to eliminate single-use plastic by shipping our products in 100% organic cotton bags, rather than using environmentally harmful and non-recyclable plastic packaging. These cotton bags are designed to be reused and repurposed.

All of our Nappers are hand-knitted, so the size and weight can vary slightly. Our Napper is designed for a single person, and depending on the weight of the blanket, the dimensions are:

10 lbs - 40” x 64”
15 lbs - 40” x 72”
20 lbs - 45” x 72”
25 lbs - 48” x 72”

Our Cotton Nappers can be used both day and night. If you’re using your Napper in bed and find that you’re too cold, we recommend layering your Napper on top of a thin sheet or comforter for extra warmth. We’ve been fortunate to get some great reviews from our customers who use their Napper in bed every night, as well as from fans who just use it on the couch as a naptime buddy - so choose whichever use suits you best!

Our Cotton Napper can be washed in the washing machine.

If you are washing a Cotton Napper here are a few important tips for machine washing:

• Wash separately in cool water
• Select the delicate or permanent-press cycle
• Use only gentle or mild detergent
• Avoid using fabric softener or bleach
• Tumble dry on low heat – please note it may take more than one round for your Napper to dry completely
• Never hang your Napper up to dry – it’ll stretch out the lovely loops!

Always check your washing machine’s weight capacity because while our delightfully heavy blankets are great for deep sleep, they can be a bit weighty for washers and dryers! It’s essential to check beforehand if the washing machine and tumble dryer model you have can bear the full weight of your blanket.

Read more: How to wash your weighted blanket.

If you have a Cotton Napper, we recommend tumble drying on low heat, keeping in mind that it may take two or more drying cycles to air it out completely.

Never hang your Napper up to dry – it’ll stretch out all those tightly woven loops.

Fast Shipping is free for all orders placed through Bearaby.eu and takes 6-10 business days.

Shipping timelines are applied after your order has been processed. If you place your order before 12 noon CET, it will typically be processed within 1-2 business days.

We currently offer shipping to 34 countries located across Europe.

Here’s the full list of European countries we currently ship to: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, (RO) Ireland, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland and Sweden, Vatican City.

We can help you change the shipping address as long as your item hasn’t been shipped yet. Please contact us at hello@bearaby.eu in order to get this changed.

We understand that sometimes things don’t work out as planned. That’s why we offer a 14-day return window on all of our products.

You can return or exchange your product for free with no questions asked, even if the original tags have been removed.

To return your order, please reach out to us via hello@bearaby.eu, and a member of our customer service team will be happy to help!

Once your return is processed by our warehouse, we will initiate a refund automatically to your credit card (or original method of payment). Credit will be received within 14 days, depending on your card issuer's policies.

If you’re not completely in love with your purchase, we offer a 14-day exchange window on all our products. To request an exchange, please reach out to us at hello@bearaby.eu, and we’ll be happy to help!

Just like normal orders, gift card purchases are eligible for free returns for 14 days from your orders delivery date. The money will be refunded back to your gift card so you can use it to choose an alternative item.

If you’d like to return your item, please reach out to us via hello@bearaby.eu and we’ll be happy to help!

Look for the ‘Gift card or discount code’ option on the right-hand side of the page at the checkout, where you’ll be prompted to enter your unique code. Unfortunately, we can’t apply a gift card code if you’ve already purchased using a different payment method.

If you’d like to change or cancel your order, please email us as soon as possible at hello@bearaby.eu or get in touch via our contact form. Unfortunately, no orders can be canceled once they have been processed and fulfilled by our warehouse, but our team will do our best to help!

Please note that if you cancel your order before it ships out, we will automatically initiate a refund to your credit card or original method of payment. Credit will be received within 14 days, depending on your card issuer's policies

As some of our products are designed to be delightfully heavy, they often ship in separate boxes. This also means they may not arrive all at once. You can keep an eye on your shipment's journey using the tracking numbers provided in your shipping confirmation emails.

Rest assured, even if your products ship separately, they should still arrive within your expected shipping window.

Since DHL often considers multiple packages part of the same order, you might receive more than one box under a single tracking number. You can find more detailed information about your shipment by reading the "package details" under your tracking number.

If you are missing a package or cannot locate a second tracking number, you can reach out to our Bearabuddies at hello@bearaby.eu.