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We help with anxiety, pain & sleep issues. Proudly Canadian, we make our weighted blankets in Calgary #EnhanceYourSleep #WeightedBlanket

Clients always ask what weight blanket should I ge

Clients always ask what weight blanket should I get? In our experience we know that one size won't fit all - it depends on the person.
For example, most adults who are not already using deep pressure to help with sleep and anxiety tend to choose between 15-18 lbs. We know they can technically go heavier. but this way you don't have a very heavy blanket all the time and we show you how to fold it in various ways to increase the pressure when needed.

Children and teens tend to prefer to be near their maximum weight and if you are looking to have a blanket that grows with your children, consider the next size up and a few pounds above their maximum. If you want to order beyond the 15% body weight recommendation it is best to speak with one of our staff to be sure you are still in a safe range.

Seniors often choose the 40×50 size in 10-12 lbs. It is versatile for use while sitting and also in institutional beds. The smaller size allows for more independence in use and it more manageable for people with low mobility and strength.

As always we suggest you come in to try out various sizes and weights in store to see what would work best for you. We also have a "try before you buy" program where you can borrow a Hippo Hug weighted blanket to see if it is the right solution for you!

Featured blanket - Shrimp https://hippohug.ca/product/wide-tall-weighted-blanket-45x70-inches-13lb-shrimp/

Shop Talk - We are closing early January 24th. Ple

Shop Talk - We are closing early January 24th. Please visit us before 3:30 pm and we will be able to fit you for a custom weighted blanket.
Missed us during store hours? Visit our helpful 'What Size Weighted Blanket is Right for Me' FAQ page: https://hippohug.ca/weighted-blanket-size/

One of the best parts of manufacturing our therape

One of the best parts of manufacturing our therapeutic weighted blankets in-house is when the fabric rep comes by! This week @TrendTexFabrics brought in their new lines to show us what's up and coming in the next year. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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So we've made a list and picked a bunch of our favourites - like these dandelions (or fireworks) but before we make our order we are curious. What kinds of patterns/colours/prints would you like to see when you pick your customized weighted blanket? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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One of our recurring client questions is why we do

One of our recurring client questions is why we don't make weighted blankets that cover a king or queen-sized bed.
It's not that we can't make them - all our blankets are manufactured in house - but years of experience have taught us that it is more important to have a weighted item that is designed with you in mind.

This is the Hippo Hug difference. We care about why you want a therapeutic weighted item; we want to know where and when you will be using it and we use your answers to recommend the perfect size and weight for you.
So whether you want a great night's sleep, or to drape it around your shoulders while watching TV or set in your lap while your working, come in and let us help you find the perfect item to settle your body, comfort your soul and provide calm.

Featured Blanket: Highland - 20x50 in 10.5 lbs. This narrow blanket is a wonderful multipurpose weighted item. Use it as a shoulder wrap for watching TV or reading, take it on your next trip and can be folded in thirds and be used as a lap pad.
https://hippohug.ca/product/narrow-shoulder-weighted-blanket-20x50-inches-10-5lbs-highland/

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It's our favourite day of the year - #NationalHugD

It's our favourite day of the year - #NationalHugDay!

Did you know that researchers found Hugs are associated with an uptick in happiness?

According to a paper published in 2018, Hugs can have a measurable impact on mood and stress increasing positive feelings and reduce negative ones.

So go forth today and hug it out, like we always say, "everyone should come home to a hug!" #scienceofhugs #nationalhugday #weightedanimals #nationalhuggingday #shoplocal #bearnecessities #hugafriend #sendahug #SpreadTheLove

How are you getting ready for the workweek? We are

How are you getting ready for the workweek? We are kicking off our Monday with lots of water, great music, some magical inspiration, and, of course, we started the morning off right with a good night's sleep thanks to our Hippo Hug weighted blanket.

Did you know that Hippo Hug also does free presentations for local businesses about how our products can improve work environments for both staff and clients. Contact us if you are interested. We would love to bring samples and information to share and support mental health at work.

Today's featured blanket is Teal Dots. At 18lbs this 40x60 inch blanket is our most popular size. It's perfect for cuddling on the couch or getting a great night's sleep.
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We know that it's not always reasonable to bring a

We know that it's not always reasonable to bring a weighted blanket everywhere you go. Which is why we created the Hippo Sit lap pad.
These lovely weighted lap pads were designed for use in offices, classrooms, travel, group therapy, nursing homes or even at home on the couch. They are a wonderful way to receive deep pressure therapy on a portable, space-saving scale.
We make every Hippo Sit weighted lap pad in our Calgary shop using our proprietary disk system, waterproof material, and a removable cuddle cover.
Like all of our blankets, they can be customized to the client with your personalized weight, and fabric preference:

https://hippohug.ca/product/hippo-sit/

Whether you practice good or bad sleep hygiene is

Whether you practice good or bad sleep hygiene is up to you. But if you want to get a better night’s sleep, the answer often begins with improving your sleep hygiene.

Your bedtime routine should be relaxing. The goal is to wind your mind and body down for sleep. Yours might include the following activities:

Turning off all electronics
Taking a warm bath
Aromatherapy
Meditation or visualization
Deep breathing or progressive muscle relaxation
Reading a book by a soft lamplight
Using a Hippo Hug weighted blanket

Whether you practice good or bad sleep hygiene is up to you. But if you want to get a better night’s sleep, the answer often begins with improving your sleep hygiene.

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Shop Talk - We are closing early January 17th. Ple

Shop Talk - We are closing early January 17th. Please visit us before 3:30 pm and we will be able to fit you for a custom weighted blanket.
Missed us during store hours? Visit our helpful 'What Size Weighted Blanket is Right for Me' FAQ page: https://hippohug.ca/weighted-blanket-size/

“We need four hugs a day for survival. We need e

“We need four hugs a day for survival. We need eight hugs a day for maintenance. We need 12 hugs a day for growth," family therapist Virginia Satir once said. Though that sounds like a lot, science backs it up.

In a 2006 study by Jim Coan and Richard Davidson, participants laying in an fMRI brain scanner, anticipating a painful blast of white noise, showed heightened brain activity in regions associated with threat and stress. But participants whose romantic partner stroked their arm while they waited didn’t show this reaction at all. Touch had turned off the threat switch.

So touch is incredibly important. Unfortunately, most of Western society today is touch-deprived. Lots of us live busy lives, where our social interactions are online or we just don't like to be touched by someone we aren't close to.

That's where weighted blankets come in. Our Founder, Leslie Brooks, likes to joke that she's hugged more 5,000 people without ever touching them. It's why she started the business - she wanted Hippo Hug to be a weighted blanket company with a heart. Now we are a company that creates Canadian-made weighted products to settle the body, comfort the soul and provides calm.
After all, we want to make sure everyone comes home to a Hug.

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We had a chilly start to the day. Like so many oth

We had a chilly start to the day. Like so many other Calgarian's our furnace wasn't up to the challenge and it was cold in our shopfront.
Fortunately, the manufacturing side is on a different heating system so they created some creature comforts for us. Another 'Avocuddle', since the last one, was such a huge hit and 'Under the Sea' - a 30x40 7lbs weighted blanket.

These two are so fresh they aren't even on the website yet!

We would love to help find you for your perfect weighted items. So, if you are looking for a cuddle buddy or a night of soothing sleep under a weighted blanket remember we are open until 6pm AND we have heat.

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This Alberta wide cold snap has us dreaming about

This Alberta wide cold snap has us dreaming about sun, sand and warmer days. If you have ever thought of traveling with your Weighted Blanket we highly recommend it! It makes every bed feel like home.

If you have a tropical trip coming up here are our tips for flying with your Hippo Hug:

Take your weighted item as a comfort carry on, rather than in your checked baggage. This way it does not affect your luggage allowance, and if questioned you can explain that it is a comfort item. A note from your doctor may help as well. Extra bonus! This also allows you to use your blanket during the flight.

Your weighted blanket will be scanned by security, and they may have some questions, so don’t be surprised. You can explain that it is a weighted blanket and the filling is metal disks encased in a ceramic coating. It might help to have a business card if they have further questions, but we have had many people report they travel with their weighted items without issue.

If you have any concerns before traveling we are able to provide a letter stating the composition of the blanket signed by our president and on company letterhead.

Let us know how you travel with your Hippo Hug!

Featured Blanket: Beach Break https://hippohug.ca/?s=beach+break

We all know how it feels when you can’t sleep. A

We all know how it feels when you can’t sleep. After a night of tossing and turning, maybe catching a half an hour of zzzzzs here, or 15 minutes there, worrying about how you’re going to be able to function the next day, perhaps being annoyed at a partner who is sleeping peacefully beside you, mornings usually aren’t pleasant, and the rest of the day can be very tough to get through.
When we can’t sleep, we can get desperate, and it’s not uncommon for people to turn to both prescription and non-prescription drugs to help them get their rest. Unfortunately, these can be habit-forming, with many beginning to completely depend on medication to get them to sleep. According to SleepEducation.org, some other ways to break the “bad sleep” cycle include:

Keeping a consistent sleep schedule, even on the weekends

Setting a bedtime that is early enough for you to get the recommended amount of sleep

Turning off all electronic devices 30 minutes before bedtime

Keeping your bedroom calm, comfortable, cool and quiet

Creating a relaxing bedtime routine

Avoiding consuming caffeine or alcohol before bedtime

Exercising regularly and maintaining a healthy diet

You should be sure to talk with your doctor before replacing prescription medicine with a weighted blanket.

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Check out this custom Hippo Chill Crash mat a clie

Check out this custom Hippo Chill Crash mat a client ordered! (For reference our cutting table is 5x8'). These giant pillows are great for crashing out on to watch TV, jumping around in a rec room, wrestling etc. and can even be used as a spare bed for a sleepover, but watch out because your pet might steal it!

https://hippohug.ca/crash-mats/

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It's our favourite Saturday of the month. We are o

It's our favourite Saturday of the month. We are open from 12 - 3 pm to answer your questions, share our expertise and help you find the perfect weighted blanket for your unique needs.

Visit us at 246 – 62 Ave SE (At Chinook - right by the Silk Plant Warehouse)

There is a cold front coming in and what better wa

There is a cold front coming in and what better way to keep warm that with a weighted blanket with our unique cuddle fabric on one side.
Unlike traditional fleeces, our cuddle fabric will not pill with use or over time. Plus, when paired with one of our signature cotton you have a beautiful, cool in summer and cozy in winter weighted blanket.

Featured blanket - Geometric. Designed with a calm, neutral colour palette this 40x70" 31 pound weighted blanket might be the perfect choice for someone who is looking for deep pressure, has chronic pain or is going through trauma recovery. As always, we recommend you speak with one of our experts and 'Try Before You Buy'

https://hippohug.ca/product/wide-weighted-blanket-40x70-31lbs-geometric/

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Have you seen this new TikTok challenge? We are a

Have you seen this new TikTok challenge? We are a bit horrified. Weighted blankets should NEVER be tossed up and on to your head. Even, with our lightest blankets, you could damage something, pull a muscle trying to throw it, or be knocked unconscious. Please, please, please do not try this at home.

https://www.tiktok.com/@1jolly1/video/6777500617964276997

The winter can be long, grey and even lonely. So,

The winter can be long, grey and even lonely. So, as we head into the next few months, it's important to surround yourself with things that remind you of how beautiful and cozy the winter season can be.

It should be simple - find things that evoke the season’s sleepy, subdued warmth rather than the cold drudgery of scraping off your car for the hundredth time. Items like heavy, warm blankets, scented candles, cozy socks, good books, and comforting hot drinks are perfect. Remember, none of this should be complicated, it's about finding comfort in the everyday.

So embrace the cold! Curl up on your couch with your Hippo Hug, a warm drink, Netflix or a project and give yourself time to nurture your spirit!

Featured blanket: Steel Plaid 40x60 18lb

https://hippohug.ca/product/wide-twin-45x60-inches-15lb-steel-plaid/

This Saturday (January 11th) we will be open from

This Saturday (January 11th) we will be open from 12-3pm to help you fit a weighted blanket to your needs. This is also a great time to check out our 'Try Before you Buy' program. See for yourself the difference a custom weighted blanket can make.

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