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Weighted Blanket – Calming Support for Children and Adults with Special Needs
Promoting Emotional Regulation, Sensory Comfort, and Restful Learning – EYLF-Aligned for Early Childhood and Inclusive Care

The Weighted Blanket is a thoughtfully designed sensory support tool that provides deep pressure stimulation, helping children and adults with sensory processing differences, autism, ADHD, or anxiety to feel calm, secure, and grounded. With its gentle, even weight distribution, this blanket offers soothing proprioceptive input that supports emotional regulation, restful sleep, and improved attention, making it a valuable addition to early years settings, therapy environments, and at home.

In early childhood education, this resource aligns with the principles and outcomes of the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) by supporting children’s wellbeing, inclusion, and self-awareness. It allows educators and caregivers to respond to individual needs with gentle, respectful sensory strategies that promote learning readiness and emotional safety.

EYLF-Aligned Learning & Inclusion Benefits:

• Outcome 1: Children have a strong sense of identity
  Using a weighted blanket helps children develop self-awareness and confidence in managing their emotions, particularly during moments of overwhelm, transitions, or rest times.

• Outcome 3: Children have a strong sense of wellbeing
  Deep pressure provided by the blanket supports calming of the nervous system, aiding in self-regulation, body awareness, and restorative sleep or quiet time—essential for children with high energy, anxiety, or sensory challenges.

• Outcome 4: Children are confident and involved learners
  By supporting physical calm and focus, the blanket allows children to better engage in learning activities, helping them to participate meaningfully and persist in tasks.

• Practice Principle: Holistic and Inclusive Learning
  Weighted blankets are an evidence-based tool for neurodiverse children and adults, promoting inclusive practices that honour individual needs, sensory differences, and diverse ways of learning.

Key Features:

• Evenly Distributed Weight: Designed for gentle, effective deep pressure input without overwhelming the body.

• Soft, Breathable Fabric: Provides comfort and warmth while remaining suitable for year-round use.

• Ideal for Rest or Calm Corners: Perfect for quiet time in early learning settings or for use at home, therapy, or sleep.

• Supports All Ages: Available in a range of sizes and weights suitable for both children and adults with special needs or sensory sensitivities.