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Definitely. You know when you get an x-ray at the dentist and they put that lead blanket over you? I love that thing. I wonder if they make those in a king size...


That's a real thing, and yes, they do. They're called weighted blankets and my wife has one. They're clinically shown to help with anxiety.


Perhaps a "sand vest" or "hug vest"?

I came across them with this article last month: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/jan/20/use-of-sand-ve...


Look up gravity blankets.


Also called "weighted blankets".

The rule of thumb for optimum blanket weight is 10% of body weight + 1lb.


Would probably weigh more than your entire bed :)


Probably! On the plus side you'll be shielded from radiation while you sleep!


But you might be exposed to lead...




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