{"product_id":"yescool-weighted-blanket-kids-3-lb-christmas-green-warm-weighted-throw-blanket-minky-plush-heavy-blanket-microfiber-small-fleece-blanket-cooling-heating-weighted-comforter-36-48in","title":"Reversible Weighted Blanket — 3 lb Cooling \u0026 Warm Minky Deep Pressure Blanket for Kids (36\"x48\")","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.stp-product{font-family:'Manrope',-apple-system,sans-serif;color:#1A1F1D;line-height:1.7;font-size:1.0625rem}\n.stp-product *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.stp-product h2,.stp-product h3{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-weight:500;color:#1A4D45;letter-spacing:-0.015em;line-height:1.25}\n.stp-product h2{font-size:1.5rem;margin:2.5rem 0 .75rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #E0D7C5}\n.stp-product h2:first-of-type{padding-top:0;border-top:0;margin-top:1rem}\n.stp-product h3{font-size:1.1875rem;margin:1.75rem 0 .5rem}\n.stp-product p{margin:0 0 1rem}\n.stp-product ul,.stp-product ol{padding-left:1.25rem;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n.stp-product li{margin-bottom:.5rem}\n.stp-product a{color:#1A4D45;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-underline-offset:2px}\n.stp-product a:hover{color:#C8553D}\n.stp-product .stp-hook{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.45;color:#1A4D45;font-weight:500;font-style:italic;border-left:3px solid #C8553D;padding:0 0 0 1rem;margin:0 0 1.5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-story{background:#FAFAF7;border:1px solid #E0D7C5;border-radius:12px;padding:1.5rem 1.75rem;margin:0 0 1.75rem}\n.stp-product .stp-story p{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-style:italic;color:#1A1F1D;margin:0 0 .85rem}\n.stp-product .stp-story p:last-child{margin-bottom:0}\n.stp-product .stp-direct-answer{background:#FAFAF7;border:1px solid #E0D7C5;border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:1.5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-note{background:#F5EFE6;border-left:4px solid #1A4D45;border-radius:0 12px 12px 0;padding:1.5rem;margin:2rem 0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-note-header{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;margin-bottom:.875rem}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-avatar{width:48px;height:48px;border-radius:50%;background:#A8C0B5;color:#1A4D45;font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.25rem;font-weight:600;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;flex-shrink:0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-name{font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.0625rem;color:#1A4D45;margin:0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-cred{font-size:.75rem;color:#6B7572;margin:.125rem 0 0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-body{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-style:italic;font-size:1.0625rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;padding:0;border:none;color:#1A1F1D}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid #E0D7C5;padding:1rem 0}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-item[open] .stp-faq-q:after{transform:rotate(45deg)}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q{font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.0625rem;font-weight:500;color:#1A4D45;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;position:relative;padding-right:32px;line-height:1.35}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q:after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:0;top:-2px;font-size:1.375rem;color:#C8553D;transition:transform .2s ease;font-weight:300;line-height:1}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-a{padding:.75rem 0 .25rem;font-size:.9375rem;line-height:1.65}\n.stp-product .stp-cta-block{background:#1A4D45;color:#F5EFE6;border-radius:14px;padding:1.75rem;margin-top:2.5rem;text-align:center}\n.stp-product .stp-cta-block h3{color:#F5EFE6;font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.25rem;margin:0 0 .5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-cta-block p{color:#A8C0B5;font-size:.9375rem;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n.stp-product .stp-btn{display:inline-block;background:#C8553D;color:#fff;padding:12px 24px;border-radius:999px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;font-size:.9375rem}\n.stp-product .stp-btn:hover{background:#A8412B;color:#fff}\n.stp-product .stp-safety{background:#FFF7ED;border-left:3px solid #D4A574;padding:1rem 1.25rem;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;font-size:.9375rem;margin:1rem 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"stp-hook\"\u003eSome kids need deep pressure to settle their bodies — and they need it in every season, not just the cold ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-story\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn OT sessions, this is one of the most common patterns I see: a child regulates beautifully under a weighted blanket in the cooler months, then starts kicking it off by late spring because it runs too warm. The calming input that made bedtime, homework time, or wind-down time so much easier suddenly disappears right when the household still needs it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat's happening is straightforward from a nervous-system standpoint — deep, even pressure activates the proprioceptive system and helps shift a child out of \"fight or flight\" and into a calmer, more regulated state. But that regulating effect only works if the blanket actually gets used. A blanket built for one season is a blanket that gets abandoned for half the year, which is exactly why a reversible, temperature-adaptive design matters as much as the weight itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-direct-answer\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a reversible weighted blanket, and how does it help kids?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reversible weighted blanket is a therapeutic blanket filled with evenly distributed glass beads that applies gentle, consistent pressure across the body — a sensory input called deep pressure touch that can help calm an overactive nervous system. This version is dual-sided: one side of the minky fabric is designed to feel warmer and cozier, the other side feels cooler and smoother, so the same blanket can be flipped and used comfortably across warm and cool seasons instead of being packed away. For kids who rely on deep pressure to fall asleep, transition between activities, or come down from a big emotional moment, that year-round consistency is what turns a sensory tool into an actual daily habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids who seek deep pressure or heavy input to feel calm and organized\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren with sensory processing differences, autism, or ADHD who struggle to settle at bedtime or during transitions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids who are temperature-sensitive and tend to overheat under standard weighted blankets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren who get overstimulated during homework, screen time, or after a long school day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies who want one blanket that works in the bedroom, the car, or a cool classroom year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory systems supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProprioceptive\u003c\/strong\u003e — even, weighted pressure on the joints and muscles signals safety to the nervous system and helps the body settle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile\u003c\/strong\u003e — the textured minky-dot surface gives gentle, organizing touch input that many sensory seekers find soothing to touch and rub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003caside class=\"stp-earls-note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-note-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-avatar\"\u003eE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-name\"\u003eEarl's OT Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-cred\"\u003eEarl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L · Founder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"stp-earls-body\"\u003eTemperature is one of the top reasons I see families quietly stop using a weighted blanket — it's not that the deep pressure stopped working, it's that the blanket became uncomfortable to sleep under once the seasons changed. When I recommend a reversible option like this one, I'm thinking about consistency: a sensory strategy only works if a child will actually keep using it, night after night, all year long.\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use your weighted blanket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart with short sessions — 10 to 20 minutes during a calm activity like reading — before introducing it at bedtime.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlip to the cozier minky side in cooler weather or air-conditioned rooms, and the smoother side when the room runs warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse it consistently during predictable calming moments: wind-down time, homework, car rides, or after school.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways supervise use with young children and remove the blanket if your child seems too warm, restricted, or unable to move freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 3 lb, sized for kids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 36\" x 48\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstruction: 7-layer glass bead fill for even, consistent weight distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric: reversible dual-sided minky — a plush textured minky-dot side and a smoother, cooling minky side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCare: spot clean or machine wash on gentle\/cold, tumble dry low; check the care label before first wash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-safety\"\u003e⚠️ Safety note from our pediatric OT team: Weighted blankets are generally recommended for children over age 2, and the blanket's weight should never exceed about 10% of your child's body weight. Always supervise use, especially with younger or smaller children, and do not use with infants, children who cannot remove the blanket independently, or during unsupervised sleep if your child has any respiratory, mobility, or medical concerns. When in doubt, check with your child's pediatrician or occupational therapist.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eHow do I know if my child needs a weighted blanket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eKids who seek out deep pressure — burrowing under couch cushions, asking for tight hugs, wanting to be wrapped tightly in blankets, or struggling to settle their bodies at bedtime — often respond well to weighted blankets. If you're unsure whether this is the right fit for your child's sensory profile, a sensory processing consultation with our OT team can help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eIs 3 lb the right weight for my child?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 3 lb blanket is designed for kids, generally best suited to children in roughly the 25-35 lb range using the 10%-of-body-weight guideline, though sensory preferences vary. If your child is larger or you're not sure which weight fits best, reach out and our team can help you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eWhat makes this different from a regular weighted blanket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eMost weighted blankets are built for one season. This one is reversible — a cozier minky-dot side for cooler months and a smoother, cooling minky side for warmer weather — so your child gets the same calming deep-pressure input all year instead of losing it once the blanket starts running too warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eCan I use this blanket during naps at school or on the go?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, many families use a smaller, lighter weighted blanket like this one for car rides, school naps (with staff and school policy permitting), or travel, since it's easier to manage than a larger bed-sized option. Always follow supervision guidance in any setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-cta-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot sure this is the right fit for your child?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery child's sensory profile is different. Book a consultation with our pediatric OT team to find the right tools and strategies for your child.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pediatric-occupational-therapy\" class=\"stp-btn\"\u003eSchedule an OT Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sensory Therapy Place","offers":[{"title":"Green \/ 36*48-3lbs","offer_id":49728250445976,"sku":"B0DB175WPT","price":89.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/7829\/5960\/files\/42d355e44b27910a958e389bc73e.jpg?v=1787367184","url":"https:\/\/www.sensorytherapyplace.com\/products\/yescool-weighted-blanket-kids-3-lb-christmas-green-warm-weighted-throw-blanket-minky-plush-heavy-blanket-microfiber-small-fleece-blanket-cooling-heating-weighted-comforter-36-48in","provider":"Sensory Therapy Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}