YnM Cooling Weighted Blanket,Bed Blanket for Two Person of 90~160lbs, Ideal for Queen/King/Ca King Bed (80x87 Inches, 20 Pounds, Leopard)| A Duvet Included

I’ve struggled with insomnia for years and years, in part due to what i call “runaway brain” and the inability to fall asleep for over an hour or more. I thought it would get better with retirement but it didn’t. I’ve tried CBD, THC, antihistamine, melatonin, white noise, listening to podcasts with a pillow speaker, turning off blue screens by 8 pm, all to no avail. So while watching the morning news recently there was mention of the benefits of weighted blankets, which I had heard of before but considered them to be a gimmick. But this news report talked about the how they release serotonin levels. So I thought, what the hell, and went off and did some research online. I eventually choosing this YnM bamboo blanket after reading many reviews. Because I weigh 115 lbs I bought the 12 lb blanket. (The proper weight is 10% of your body weight). At first i thought it might be too heavy - it does take a bit of getting used to, and I probably would have done well with a 10 lb too, but it’s not enough for me to exchange it for the lighter blanket. I do feel that i am getting used to the weight after two weeks. What happened right away is that the first time i used it I fell asleep within 30 minutes. And even though i still had to get up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night, i went right back to sleep. It was my first night of 8 hours of sleep in months and months! However, I didn’t credit the blanket just yet because it was particularly cold that evening and sleep is always better during winter weather. But second night, same thing. While I did get a little warmer in the middle of the night and threw it off, I later put it back on and slept until 8 am. Again, i had 8 hours of sleep, without runaway brain and also falling asleep faster. This is unprecedented for me. I’ve now been sleeping with this blanket for a couple of weeks and have decided there is indeed something to weighted blankets and better sleep. I am having vivid dreams that tells me i am getting deeper sleep. At times in the morning i don’t want to get out of bed because it feels so cozy. (I’m so glad I’m retired!) Observing my experience, my husband is now interested in getting one as he too suffers from insomnia, so we are going to get 20 lb twin size for him. That way i can get rid of the blanket under the quilt which I believe will help us from getting too warm. I do love the soft satiny feel of the fabric and the color gray that I ordered is a beautiful light gray. It was surprising how flat it lays when folded (see photo) as I was expecting it to be bulky. I may do an update here later and give the blanket 5 stars but it’s still a bit early and i want to see if it holds up and how it washes. I decided against buying the duvet cover as reviews show that it doesn’t fit that well. Also i want the blanket to look nice when folded and i don’t want to struggle every day getting it off and on. Edited to add on 7-11-20. I changed my review to five stars after sleeping with this blanket for months. It’s amazing. And is still like new. I am even using it in summertime and it does not make me hot (we do have air conditioning and cool air keeps the blanket fabric cool.) my husband loves his too. I’ve recommended this to many friends.

Where have you been my whole life?!!! This is a restless-leg-sufferer's dream-come-true (pun intended)! No more endless nights of tossing and turning. Nearly instantly, the restless-leg is silenced! I originally went with a different brand blanket. It was too hot and the 7” pocket size made it too awkward and floppy to manage. This YnM Cooling Weighted Blanket has 2” pockets for the beads; not only for more even weight distribution throughout the blanket, but makes it much easier to manage. The maneuverability may not be as necessary of a consideration with a smaller or less-weighty blanket, but with the queen-size at 25 pounds, it sure makes a difference. The charts are very helpful for deciding blanket weight recommendations for body weight as well. The cooling side on this blanket also really does help from getting too warm. While the blue and grey blanket itself is beautiful and soft, I would strongly recommend a cover, to help protect the blanket from less-frequent washing (my washing machine thanks me). I read many reviews on different blankets and covers, and many were displeased; stating a need for more ties on both the blankets and the covers. This blanket has an ample 16 loops! I paired this blanket with this 16-string cover: YnM Exclusive Cooling Rayon Derived from Bamboo & Cozy Velvet Dual-Sided Duvet for Weighted Blankets with 16 Strings (60''x80'') - Blue Grey. I have tactile sensitivities, so I was a bit skeptical with how the cooling-side fabric would feel on my skin. I ran the cover through the wash, and it feels soft! I am so delighted with my purchase!! I appreciate the Certified OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100. So many thoughtful details were obviously considered in the design of this blanket. A worthwhile investment for my sleep and my health. Now, you’ll have to excuse me…. I’m going to sneak off for a nap! 😉

Smooth and soft and noticeably cooler than the surrounding blankets! It feels very well made and sinks over me like a hug. There is no sound of sand rolling around inside and it doesn't feel unbalanced. I love it so far

I'm a little disappointed with the concept of using a weighted blanket. First of all this is a beautifully made weighted blanket. I am a slim short woman, and I was afraid that this 20lb blanket would be too heavy but its not too heavy. It is the end of a cold snowy winter, and I had to use a few extra wool blankets on top of it to keep warm through the night. I did sleep well with all the blankets on.

I ordered a 20 lb queen size blanket. I’m 5’4” and weigh around 200 lbs. The weight feels good and not too heavy at all. The glass beads inside are small so you really can’t feel the beads at all. They are glass and you can tell because they add a definite cooling effect to the blanket. The beads are distributed well and don’t bunch up or move around that is noticeable. The material is soft and high quality. Even though the material of the blanket itself is nice, I will definitely be purchasing a duvet cover for it. 20 lbs is definitely heavy and I think it would be hard on my washing machine. You can hand wash it, but it’s already 20 lbs and if it got wet I have no doubt that weight would easily double if not more. The feel of the weighted blanket is lovely. I have chronic pain, arthritis, and fibromyalgia. It definitely helped reduce my pain and I have no doubt it will help my anxiety and insomnia. I’m excited for a great night of rest. Because of my health issues, I’m a person that gets up at least once if not more a night. The weighted blanket can be a tiny bit more difficult to get out of if you’re in a rush, but nothing significant. I think the benefits definitely outweigh that. I have cats and they have yet to ruin to the blanket. So far, even with kneading on the blanket it hasn’t ripped any holes. Overall I’m very satisfied with this blanket. If you’re on the fence about ordering one, do it! I don’t think you will be disappointed!

So, I bought this weighted blanket with palpable skepticism as pretty much everything else I tried to help me get more sleep in general, but also more deep sleep. As a small digression, I have not slept a full night in excess of 25 years, no MATTER what I tried, did, supplements/meds I took, things I eliminated, purchasing odd gadgets that supported sleep, purchasing emf blocking devices and light-blocking shade, etc. The list goes on- truly! I would awake no less than 10-12 times per night, and sometimes would not sleep for a few days before extreme exhaustion set in, then I'd get a whopping 4 hours and think I had won the lottery! I walked around like a zombie, and cannot truly explain how I even functioned at work or with my family. I stopped doing things as a means to make sure I get the sleep routine down pat, which incidentally never happened. Anyhow, in the summer of 2021, I bought this weighted blanket and the duvet cover, and set it aside for a long while because I didn't want to get excited again for another "cure-all antidote for sleep issues". When I finally opened it to use it, it took me months to adjust to it. It certainly was not an easy transition. But slowly I noticed something, I was indeed waking up less. That is a success in my book! Here I am, almost 2 years out from the purchase, and I cannot sleep without this blanket. I am Linus from the Peanuts Gang with a weighted blanket, and it comes with me everywhere. No, did it cure me of sleep problems- no! I still had to tweak a few things else, but this blanket MADE A HUGE impact on my sleep! Now, I still wake up at 11 pm and 3:45 am (and get back to sleep relatively quickly, all things considered). And it still takes me a bit to shake out the "groggies", but this is a remarkable improvement for me! I love this blanket and am half-tempted to purchase another, but they are a bit pricey. I love the cooling in the summer, and the duvet helps with putting extra layers on in the winter for warmth! Without the duvet, other covers slip and slide all night long. I definitely recommend this blanket, but please know, it may not be the only thing you need to put into your sleep repertoire.

12/3/18: I had seen weighted blankets advertised and had a faint interest but was uncertain of the general cost or benefit. A relative ended up buying one (forget the brand) and I got to test it on their couch a few minutes. It was pleasantly cozy and somewhat comforting, but felt a bit too heavy on my chest. It was a 20lb blanket. The brief experience was interesting but didn't fully sell me on it. Months passed, and of course I kept seeing them in ads. My curiosity eventually spiked again and I checked out the one advertised, and then searched for alternatives with good reviews. Browsing brought this blanket to my attention with the large size option, comparative cost, and ratings. On top of that, the bamboo option that was supposed to be cooler was a big plus, as I sleep hot, so if I did use it in bed and not just on the couch that would make a big difference. It came packaged as expected. It is clearly produced overseas and still has the hilarious tag as shared by another reviewer last year. I ordered the gray color that to me looked blue, but I like the gray/blue shade. (In one photo I'm wearing a navy hoodie while holding the blanket for comparison. Lighting obviously affects it as well). I took it out, laid on the couch, and got under it for a quick test. As I'm under 150lbs I ordered the 15lb blanket as recommended. Spread out it doesn't feel very heavy (disclaimer: I bought the largest size so it's more dispersed), but as noted before, I wouldn't necessarily want it heavier. At the time of this initial review I've owned this blanket for approx 1.5 weeks. I've gone back and forth wondering if it is "worth the money," but when I consider NOT owning it, I feel a little sad. I like using it and look forward to using it at the end of the day. I primarily use it just sitting or laying on the couch, but have used it to sleep in bed a couple times and did not wake up burning up. I have it wrapped around me now. It's comfortable, comforting, and cozy. I am slightly concerned as I caught a solitary bead that escaped, and last night I found a piece of wire poking out from one of the squares. (Why was it there and are there more?) I trimmed the part poking out and it hasn't come back since. This, with nightmare reviews of beads coming out or threading coming loose concerns me, but as long as the bead and the wire were isolated incidents, I'll compare it to a feather poking through or coming out of a down comforter. If it continues or escalates I will revise this review. For now, I am pleased with this creature-comfort investment. Additionally, compared to many other outrageously prices weighted blankets out there, I think this is "worth" the cost. Photos: Blanket upon arrival, included brochure, the humorous tag, blanket against my navy hoodie, and adding to the dogs-with-the-blanket pics. She does seem to enjoy it, too. 12/28/18: I upped my review from 4 to 5 stars. I got the cover and it's very silky soft. No additional or new issues with the blanket. I really enjoy it. I use it while watching tv and in bed. I sometimes wake up sweating and have to push it, or other blankets, away, but this happened before this blanket and I still choose to layer it. My b/f likes to test it out when he's over and said he may have to get himself one.

I hate to write this because I was very excited for the product after hearing friends and reading reviewers talk about their experiences. BTW, my wife actually loves it. First off, the blanket is as described. I love bamboo sheets and the feel and “coolness” to touch of this blanket exceeded what I had hoped for. The weight distribution is excellent as well. My problems are threefold. 1. The blanket has a tendency to creep its way off the edge of our bed. Once there is some asymmetry, it just accelerates the fall and one-to-two times a night I find my self struggling to tug it back on top of the bed. This is no easy task. Of note: I’m decently fit and workout at the gym with some regularity. 2. We originally tried putting it inside our duvet cover, but it was about to cause our cover to rip as it wasn’t made to handle that much stress. We also found the blanket did bunch up inside the cover. 3. This is the most problematic concern, I now have constant lower/lumbar back pain. Every turn or rotation in my position in the bed is a “fight” against the blanket. As I write this (in bed), I have an aching lower back. It’s a 1-2/10 in pain, and it’s gotten worse every morning over the last week. I’m now certain my pain is because of the blanket. I’ll keep the product (I’m not a big “returner”), especially when the item meets/exceeds the description. TLDR: Grrat quality, luxurious softness and feel, just caused significant back pain.

Love my blanket. It took a few sleeps to get used to the weight but now try and get it away from me. Brought three more for my sons.

Pricey for the King and heavy when bunched, but so far looks to be high quality and well made. Sensory sleeper really likes it!

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Bought as a gift and I keep hearing how wonderful it is, and how sleep promoting. Even the dog seems to appreciate it! Only thing that would make it better would be a washable cover...

Excellent. I didnt see there was a cover on it. Thank u