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DreamCatcher tm Weighted Blankets, holding several unique patent pending and copyrighted  designs, specializes in making custom weighted blankets for those who are comforted and benefited  by them.  Being specialized  and focused on offering quality weighted items with each item  handcrafted  entirely at our sewing facility, with no outsourcing. Our highly skilled sewing staff are perfectionists and are further trained in crafting DreamCatcher designs. Each item is inspected multiple times during the sewing  and weighting process. The items are inspected again during cleaning and packaging. This personal attention to details provides our clients with a superior product.

We make any custom size blanket in addition to our standard  size  blankets ( crib/toddler to king size) for sleep, in addition to wrap and lap blankets to relax. We also offer wrappers and  lap pads which are smaller in size and used mainly as calming tools.

 Additions to our product line in late 2009 include weighted  shawls and ponchos soon to be added to our on-line product line , with another new product in development that will make an appearance early in 2010.  We have also  added a new design to our heavier weighted products. This new sewing technique  adds a second strengthening double lock stitch (DLS) applied throughout the blanket.

DreamCatcher designs also include:

•  Multi layers of fabric

•  High grade non- toxic, hypoallergenic polyropylene (PolyPro) weights

• Commercial grade threads

• A  unique to DreamCatcher's strength stitch applications for stress less seaming and  added durability

• A DreamCatcher DLS technique applied to heavier weighted blankets

•  Evenly distributed weights "quilted" into multiple layers of fabric

• Smooth backing for added comfort

• A sewing application not found in any other weighted blanket design.

Covers are available for all sizes of blankets, on request.

DreamCatcher's supply weighted blankets to many medical facilities throughout the US and overseas. Most medical facilities have strict rules with respect to codes they must follow in the products they use.

 DreamCatcher Weighted Blankets are designed to meet all those codes.

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People who have benefited from the deep pressure touch stimulation (DPTS)  provided by a DreamCatcher tm Weighted Blanket  include children, teens and adults affected by, but not limited to, those on the Autism Spectrum, ADHD, ADD, PDD-NOS, Sensory Integration Disorder , Bi-Polar, Anxiety  and  others with sensory issues.  DreamCatcher tm Weighted Blankets have also been used with people suffering from Tourette's Syndrome, CP,  Alzheimer's, Dementia, Restless Leg Syndrome ( weighted specifically for RLS), Menopause, Insomnia or other Sleep Disorders with good very results. DreamCatcher  blankets are being used in many state and private medical  facilities and have proven instrumental  in their efforts to meet the new reduced restraint initiatives adopted by many states.

Weighted Blankets For The Traumatized Child

 In addition, we  have many people who  have purchased a DreamCatcher Weighted sleep blanket who just have trouble sleeping and have found the blankets to be an extremely helpful,  natural drug free sleep aid. In fact most of the DreamCatcher sewing staff  or members of their families love using a weighted blanket for sleep and relaxing.

DreamCatcher Weighted Products are becoming popular as a Yoga tool. We have read that a weighted blanket can be used: 1)As a transition tool before class to bring the body and the proprioceptive system into a calmer space. 2)During Restorative or Yin yoga poses to add specific weight to the shoulders, hands, back or feet. 3)During Sivasana ,used to reorganize the body on a cellular level.

Weighted blankets should never be used as a restraint.  It is important that a blanket is never so heavy that the user feels trapped. The user must  always be able to remove a weighted blanket on their own without problem, whenever desired.

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How does the DreamCatcher tm Weighted Blanket work?

In researching weighted therapy for sleep and calming, the owners at DreamCatcher's  talked  with many therapists, medical professionals and experts in the sensory integration field.   We learned  great deal  about how and why weighted products work the way they do.  The very short version of the theory behind how DreamCatcher tm weighted products work, is the deep  pressure touch stimulation (DPTS) supplied by the weight in our products , is believed to release a chemical in the brain, which naturally calms.

What is the chemical?

Serotonin, is the neurotransmitter that studies show is released by deep pressure touch stimulation. Massage and deep pressure releases both serotonin and endorphins. The serotonin acts as a calming mediator for the body while the endorphins act as a happy stimulator for the brain. Together they can bring pleasurable feelings and general elevated moods in both your body and mind.  It calms you when feeling anxious.

As an added benefit,

Serotonin  converts to Melatonin which is the hormone the body releases at night. Studies show that Melatonin aids in giving the body a good night's sleep. A new study released in June 2009 relating specifically to autistic children can be found below.

Weighted Blankets...A Good Tool In  Relieving  Anxiety and Fear At The Dentist’s Office * 2009

* Exploring the Safety and Therapeutic Effects of Deep Pressure Stimulation Using a Weighted Blanket *2008

*  Weighted Blanket Research Study * Read More Here * 2006

                  * Article * Understanding Sensory Stimulation* Read More Here*                                                                                By Leslie Adkison, RN.MSN * MCLEAN HOSPITAL * HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL

   Help Tips For Better Sleep

Weighted Blanket Used For Restless Leg Syndrome Relief  

Sensory Integration Therapy     Making The Connection

DREAMCATCHER WEIGHTED BLANKETS TM  are preferred  among the medical community.

"As a child clinical psychologist, I have been recommending weighted blankets and lap pads for my patients for many years in order to help with sleep problems. Not only are the blankets useful for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders and children with Attention Deficit Disorder, I have found them to help children with anxiety disorders as well as children who just have difficulty with falling asleep.  These blankets are superior to others offered in that the weights do not shift, and the workmanship is outstanding". 

Nancie R. Spector, Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist in CT

 PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AT A FEW SAMPLE LAP AND  WRAP  BLANKETS BELOW THAT HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY MADE AND USED AS A CALMING TOOL!

You will notice we use a lot of blue  in our fabric choices for lap/wrap blankets. Blue tends to be a "calming" color and is the  leading choice of color  made by  Occupational Therapists. At DreamCatcher tm Weighted  Blankets, we have clients that also choose bright colors and patterns and have also experienced  great results with their blankets.

 A DreamCatcher tm   lap   blanket is small in size approx 34" x 43", and is weighted heavier per square inch, available  from 3lbs  to 10lbs, with any weight in between in 1 pound increments. This size blanket is too small for a sleep blanket but is a good size as a calming tool and very portable.

A DreamCatcher wrap blanket is slightly larger , approx.  43" x 52", so it can wrap around as well as sit on the lap and over legs. This size blanket is also suitable as a sleep blanket for children 40" in height and under, and available from 3lbs to 15lbs,with any weight in between in 1 pound increments. This blanket size is also very portable.

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" Dream Catcher Blankets tm design  effectively uses only the highest quality poly pellets on the market today, exclusively in all our weighted products currently made from 2LBS  up to 50LBS. We would not tolerate an inferior weighting  material in our child's blanket and would not expect you to tolerate one by offering one in our weighted products.  It is also our goal to construct a blanket that would be cost effective. We are also raising a special needs child and understand how important it is to get the best we can for the best price. By offering our GIVE & TAKE and  DreamCatcher Blanket Exchange programs we hope to help that along even further.

 Thank You!" Eileen  & JC * DreamCatcher Blankets tm

INTERESTING READING

Weighted Blankets: The Ultimate Use Of Calming Input  For A Restful Sleep

SENSORY INTEGRATION INFORMATION

Therapeutic Vest Will Help Children With Autism, ADHD, Anxiety

 International Rett Syndrome Association

* Please email us if you have a link that you would like included *

Email: dreamcatcher@weightedblanket.net

DISCLAIMER

While we are flattered to be used as a model for their companies, please keep in mind DreamCatcher Weighted Blankets is not affiliated with, nor can we control or recommend  products offered by weighted blanket companies that have simply used our research and information  to easily promote their products.