Weighted blankets, pillows and plush animals provide extra comfort to those who need it. The weight can help to calm anxiety and fears. They are often used by kids, teens and even adults! They come in various animal designs, sizes and weight. If you’re looking to buy one…check out Amazon for their large selection that is currently available.
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We have a grandson with ADHD who at times gets over-stimulated or suffers with anxiety. I decided to buy him a weighted plush animal a few weeks ago in the Panda Bear design. First of all…it’s darn cute and incredibly soft to the touch. My grandson can uses is as a pillow when lounging, as a snuggle-time friend at bedtime, etc. It has quickly become his best snuggle-time friend.
One of the ways we’ve been using it is during “quiet time”. When we sense he’s being over-stimulated and needs to simmer down…he sits with his snuggle friend for 10 minutes to help calm down. It has been really helping to modify his anxiety instead of giving him medication. It took a few days for him (and us) to get the hang of using it as a “tool” not just as a toy! While I’m NOT a doctor or healthcare professional, just sharing our personal experience on using it.
The Panda Bear’s body and limbs are weighted with beads. He can hang over your shoulder or wrapped around you like he’s giving you hugs. With some of them…you can adjust the weight that’s inside them and warm-up the beads in a microwave oven for heat therapy. Again, all of this will depend on the manufacturer and style that you specifically buy.
Before I selected one for purchase from Amazon I took the time to read product descriptions and reviews. I’m very pleased with the weighted panda bear plushie that I selected. Like anything, do your research and read reviews before you buy.
Disclosure: This item was personally purchased by the writer who is sharing his or her honest opinion about the item with the readers of the TCC blog. Your opinion may differ. This post contains affiliate links.
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