Frequently Asked Questions

What are WeightedPlushies™?

WeightedPlushies™ are high-quality, adorable, weighted stuffed animals that “hug you back” to lower your stress, boost feelings of calmness, and help with sleep and focus. WeightedPlushies™ combine the emotional connection of a favorite stuffed animal with the calming benefits of a weighted blanket.

WeightedPlushies™ are intentionally and beautifully designed to be the ultimate therapeutic calming tool — on top of being, well, pretty adorable! They have neutral facial expressions rather than smiles, allowing you to feel whatever you're feeling in a no-judgment zone. They are made with calming colors and extra-soft fabric for a soothing visual and tactile sensory experience. And unlike other weighted products, WeightedPlushies™ are washing machine safe.

How do they work?

The weighted pressure in your WeightedPlushies™ brings on a relaxation response from the parasympathetic nervous system — and tamps down a fight-or-flight response — lowering the stress hormone cortisol and stimulating production of “calming” neurotransmitters oxytocin and dopamine, helping you feel calm, grounded, safe and secure.

What are the benefits of weighted pressure?

Weighted pressure, known in the scientific community as Deep Touch Pressure, stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, bringing on a physical relaxation response in the body and feelings of calm and well-being. Weighted pressure may also help with focus. Here are a few of the studies that point to the science-backed benefits:

Weighted pressure provides therapeutic benefits including lowered anxiety and increased calm.

Source: Occupational Therapy in Mental Health

Weighted pressure eases anxiety and unrest in stressful environments like the dentist.

Source: No longer available

Weighted pressure increased on-task behavior in kids with attention difficulties.

Source: American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Who are WeightedPlushies™ for?

WeightedPlushies™ were developed by a health journalist with top pediatricians, psychologists and occupational therapists in mind and are for anyone age 2+ who enjoys the calming feeling of weighted pressure, from kids to adults, neurotypical, neurodivergent, sensory-seeking, and just about everyone in between!

How do I use my WeightedPlushies™?

When you snuggle up with your weighted plushie on your lap, or lay with it on your chest, you get the soothing sensation that it is “hugging you back,” making you feel safe, grounded, calm and secure. Use your WeightedPlushies™ to soothe anxiety during stressful moments, to help ease into a restful sleep, to help you focus while working or studying, as a comforting companion when recovering from an illness or an injury, or simply to cuddle with anytime you need a comforting hug.

Are they washing machine safe?

Yes. Your WeightedPlushies™ are machine wash safe. They prefer to be air dried for a longer life time.

What makes my WeightedPlushies™ heavy?

Your WeightedPlushies™ are weighted with non-toxic plastic beads (the same found in many premium weighted blankets), which are carefully sewn inside. Each WeightedPlushie™ weighs approximately 2-3 pounds. Customers often say holding a weighted plushie reminds them of the comforting feeling of holding a baby or a pet!

Your Weighted Plushie Benefits

Name: WeightedPlushies™
Brand: WeightedPlushies
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HELPS KIDS AND ADULTS FEEL CALM: Developed with doctors and therapists to lower stress and anxiety and increase calm in kids, teens, or adults.

SCIENCE-BACKED COMFORT: Your WeightedPlushies Deep Touch Pressure (weighted pressure) is research-supported to stimulate a relaxation response from the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering the stress hormone cortisol and boosting production of “calming” neurotransmitters oxytocin and dopamine.

USING YOUR WEIGHTEDPLUSHIES: When you snuggle up with your WeightedPlushies on your lap, or lay with it on your tummy or chest, it becomes your secret weapon against stress and anxiety, helping you feel safe, grounded, calm and secure. Use in moments of anxiety like transitions, travel, bedtime — or anytime you could use a calming hug.

Your Weighted Plushie Benefits

HELPS KIDS AND ADULTS FEEL CALM: Developed with doctors and therapists to lower stress and anxiety and increase calm in kids, teens, or adults.

Your Weighted Plushie Benefits

FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION: Weighted pressure can help with focus, making WeightedPlushies great study or work buddies when placed on a lap (like a weighted lap pad but way more adorable!).

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TOOL: WeightedPlushies’ neutral expressions are specifically designed to allow your to feel any emotion in a judgment-free zone (no forced smiles here).

SENSORY BENEFITS: WeightedPlushies’ extra-soft fabric provides a soothing tactile sensory experience, and their imperfect figures add a calming and safe feeling.

SELF-CARE FOR ALL: Hundreds of positive reviews show that WeightedPlushies are a fantastic source of both comfort and sensory support for children. Our Gen Z and Millennial fans use our plushies for self-care, stress relief and to help with sleep. They make great gifts!

Your Weighted Plushie Benefits

FOCUS AND CONCENTRATION: Weighted pressure can help with focus, making WeightedPlushies great study or work buddies when placed on a lap (like a weighted lap pad but way more adorable!).

EMOTIONAL SUPPORT TOOL: WeightedPlushies’ neutral expressions are specifically designed to allow your to feel any emotion in a judgment-free zone (no forced smiles here).

SENSORY BENEFITS: WeightedPlushies’ extra-soft fabric provides a soothing tactile sensory experience, and their imperfect figures add a calming and safe feeling.

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"From the first time I hugged him I could feel the stress leave my body. I have slept with him every night since I received him. I would recommend these weighted plushies for everyone who has problems falling asleep due to anxiety"

Selena C., New York, USA

"I purchased my weighted plushie as a way to cope with my insomnia and it's been a game changer. The weight helps me feel more grounded and relaxed, and the soft material is so comfortable. I highly recommend it to anyone struggling with sleep issues"

Amanda B., Chicago, USA