A Revolutionary Alternative to Weighted Blankets
The Science Behind Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets (which contain metal or plastic beads sewn into quilted layers) are used to calm children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Anxiety. The correct weight of a weighted blanket is approximately 10% of the user's body weight.
Weighted blankets can provide input to the deep-pressure touch receptors throughout the body and address sensory integration issues.
These sensory integration issues can cause sleep disturbances, such as difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. The gentle pressure the weighted blankets provide can calm the nervous system, releasing serotonin and reducing anxiety. Some children even take a weighted blanket or toy to school to control sensory response issues.
An inpatient group at a mental health hospital reported a 60% reduction in anxiety when given a weighted blanket. While these results are plenty to get excited about, evidence shows that weighted blankets are not a long-term solution. The effect dramatically decreases, leading to weighted blankets "losing their power over time" (Forbes, 2023).
Beyond the Blanket: Discover JettProof Calming Sensory Clothing
Continuous Comfort: Input for Long-term Sensory Needs
JettProof Calming Sensory Clothing can be a positive, long-term, effective alternative to weighted blankets. JettProof provides the perfect dose of sensory input to help calm, soothe, and support self-regulation. It also provides proprioceptive input, which organizes and regulates the nervous system. JettProof also aids in filtering sensory information to improve listening and learning. JettProof Clothing can provide continuous and discreet calming throughout the day, whereas weighted blankets can only offer support intermittently.
The Unique Benefits of JettProof Over Weighted Blankets
JettProof undergarments are manufactured at our factory using Calmtex. This unique, high-quality, lightweight, breathable, moisture-wicking sensory fabric keeps the wearer cool, dry, and comfortable all year round.
Comprehensive Sensory Solutions: JettProof's Full Product Range
A full range of JettProof clothing is available: singlets, shirts, shorts, leggings, suits, and socks:
- JettProof Singlets and Shirts provide a gentle 'hug' around the chest, top of shoulders, and torso.
- Shirts are available in short or long sleeves.
- JettProof Shorts provide sensory compression so a child can sit and listen well. They are handy for children who 'wriggle' or feel the need to fall to the ground to obtain sensory input, as well as children with ADHD. They can also help with body awareness and toilet training. JettProof shorts work well with or without a nappy.
- JettProof Leggings work like the JettProof Shorts and gently compress the lower legs.
- JettProof Suits (sleeveless or short sleeves) deter children from accessing their nappies. They are also helpful if a child constantly undresses. The specially designed closure makes it difficult for the child to open while allowing carers easy access to change a nappy.
- JettProof socks are smooth and comfortable, with a seamless feel. They provide gentle compression and offer maximum comfort for children with sensory needs.
Sleep and Beyond - The All Night Benefits of JettProof
How JettProof Can Help with Sleep Disturbances
JettProof has designed compression bed sheets, an excellent alternative to weighted blankets, especially for those seeking a non-restrictive and long-term solution for a calmer sleep. JettProof sensory sheets wrap around the mattress to provide that snug, tucked-in feeling all night, unlike traditional weighted blankets, which can be hot and restrictive. JettProof's compression sheets deliver gentle, consistent pressure, similar to a night-long hug, that helps promote more restful sleep.
Crafted from the innovative Calmtex Sleep fabric, JettProof compression sheets are breathable, soft, and ideally suited for any climate, ensuring comfort in all seasons. The sheets are non-restrictive, providing calming sensory compression without the added bulk of weighted blankets, making them a versatile option for children and adults. They offer a soothing sleep experience that alleviates anxiety while calming the sensory system.
Trusted and Tested: By Parents and Specialists
Occupational therapists and specialists worldwide recommend JettProof sensory bedding. It effectively provides gentle pressure to calm an overstimulated nervous system and promote a peaceful night's sleep.
Why Experts Recommend JettProof
As a professional in applied neuroscience, I have had considerable experience using JettProof calming sensory clothing with my patients. JettProof is like 'wearable therapy'; you can keep it on all day, and it complements the therapy we provide in our practice. Different parts of the brain are tested before and after therapy/intervention, and with JettProof clothing, we see differences in body awareness (using cerebellar and parietal tests).
– Danielle Gregory (Ideal Connexions)
Customer Reviews
For the past month, our little boy with ASD has barely slept due to anxiety and the need to check where everyone is at all hours of the night. After trialing several different weighted products, we decided to try the JettProof singlets. He has now slept in them two nights in a row and has had two full 11-hour sleeps! Thank you so much for coming up with this amazing product!
– Erin B
Hi, I just wanted to say thank you! I got my singlets in the mail today. I put one on my daughter after her bath today, and I have to say it calmed her straight down. I haven't had a night with her this good in a very long time. I even put her to bed at 6 pm, and she went off to sleep with no fuss. Thank you :)
– Julia P
These sheets have improved bedtime and sleep for my whole family. My kids are getting that deep pressure hug all night, which has helped them sleep longer and in the comfort of their own beds. We have gone from kids waking up multiple times a night needing co-regulation, to smooth transitions and calmer good nights.
– Amanda H
Amazing. From the first night, he exclaimed that it felt so good. The boy who tosses and turns and takes ages to fall asleep was instead asleep within minutes. So simple but so effective. Thank you.
– Jayne D
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The content on this website is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for medical advice or treatment. While we aim to provide accurate information and personal insights to support our valued customers and community, we strongly advise consulting with a Doctor, Psychologist, or other qualified medical professionals.