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“1.5-pound plushie can bring on the same calming effect as a hug”
The New York Times by Samantha Schoech, Mari Uyehara View original article

Analyzed on 2026-10-26T17:43:10+00:00 · Last updated 2026-10-26

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And just as weighted blankets help soothe anxiety by activating the body’s relaxation response with deep-pressure stimulation, this 1.5-pound plushie (which is filled with grains) can bring on the same calming effect as a hug.

Extracted from: The 42 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her , The New York Times

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The New York Times nytimes.com credibility 0.85 Supports

“And just as weighted blankets help soothe anxiety by activating the body’s relaxation response with deep-pressure stimulation, this 1.5-pound plushie (which is filled with grains) can bring on the same calming effect as a hug.”

The 42 Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her

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Claim ID CLM-745E7871
Slug 15-pound-plushie-can-bring-on-the-same-calming-effect-as-a-745e7871
Origin nytimes.com
Captured 253 d ago
Velocity 0.0/hr
Bias 0.00
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