This is a good option for a younger child or someone who just wants a little bit of heart to their plush without it being too heavy. There have been several knock-offs and cheaply made replicas coming up lately- stay away from those.

It's nothing crazy, maybe 3 or 4 pounds by how it feels, but there is a weight to it much different from a plush of equal size.I got this for my older daughter because she liked her younger siblings weighted stuffed animals so much. It may not be right for everyone, but it was perfect for my daughter and improved her quality of sleep, as well of the transition from contact naps. The weight of it makes it feel more comforting and I can see how it could calm someone down just by having a special cuddle buddy. This little dino is a must have for any kiddos but especially those kiddos with extra sensory needs.

It's become a nightly ritual for me to cuddle up with the plush before bed and I've noticed a significant improvement in my sleep quality.

Its like a small pouch of beads inside the body and it does move around a bit which isnt much of an issue since its super easy to push it to its stomach or wherever you prefer. Our therapeutic plushy collection uses deep pressure stimulation similar to weighted blankets, to reduce anxiety and relieve stress, applying reassuring and comforting weight just like a hug. Our therapeutic weighted anxiety stuffed animal collection uses deep pressure stimulation similar to weighted blankets, to reduce anxiety and relieve stress. He's great for soothing an upset kid and he's an amazing size and weight to help with menstrual cramps too!

Applying comforting weight has been proven to reduce stress, increase focus, and increase serotonin! It is soft, has great places for her to grip to move it around and the weighted part of it helps her feel like something is sleeping with her when she goes to sleep at night.I didn't have high hopes for this whatsoever, but when I picked up the box, I already knew that my fears had been vanquished! It provide a deep-pressure touch stimulation on the skin that releases both serotonin and dopamine, substances that can help improve mood and sleep, reduce anxiety and stress, and promote a feeling of calmness. Amazingly soft and incredibly adorable, this cuddly friend will have your friends and family wishing they had one! I purchased the weighted plush for my daughter who has ADHD and has difficulty falling asleep at night.

I choose this product for my toddler daughter who has been having troubles transitioning from contact naps to naps alone, as well as sleeping alone at night. This can be useful in some kinds of “ re-parenting,” in which a trauma survivor learns to care for and love the stuffed animal (and eventually themselves) to recover from traumatic experiences in childhood. I have an almost 17 month old daughter and she just absolutely loved this when I opened it up and surprised her with it! I wish I had gotten the bigger one but even though, this one is comforting and has a little bit of weight to it.This can increase happiness and self-esteem in the trauma sufferer, and decrease feelings of self-loathing. Or if the thought of a heavy blanket sounds too suffocating to you, a cuddle option might be just what your nightly routine is missing. it is definitely heavier than a traditional flash, but if you’re looking for a real weightiness, I would recommend getting a heavier one. Main complaint is the weight really doesn't feel like enough to help with anything, but it is meant for kids so maybe it would be more effective on a 5-10 year old.