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We are proud to announce that Sommerfly will be donating 10% of our sales in April to The Autism Project! The current pandemic is taking its toll on everyone including charitable organizations like The Autism Project. During this time many non-profits have little to no income coming in to sustain the business.  Here at Sommerfly we want to help ensure that The Autism Project is around to support the community when we emerge from this crisis. The Autism Project is a unique collaboration of parents, professionals and community members that has existed since 1997. They provide quality support, training, and...

Our mission here at Sommerfly is to produce Weighted Blankets that are designed for safety, comfort, and function. Based on our research and weighted blanket studies our designs incorporate quality materials to create blankets that provide gentle pressure to ease anxiety and stress. The pouches on our blankets are securely stitched into our blankets and provide evenly distributed weight. The non-Toxic, inert PET pellets that we use in the pouches are free of BPA, phthalates, and lead and have undergone rigorous safety testing. In addition to safety, we have also focused on comfort and incorporated a unique curved neck contour...

Restorative Yoga is a gentle, soothing space for helping the nervous system shift into rest and reset mode. Along with typical props, we will use Sommerfly weighted blankets and compression tubes for sensory-rich, deep relaxation. This grounding practice will nourish the somatosensory system, integrating deep pressure proprioceptive touch with conscious awareness of body sensation. A trauma-informed approach will create a supportive environment where safety, choice, respect, and trust are valued. Where: Sacred Roots Healing Eastworks116 Pleasant Street Easthampton, MA When: Fridays (Ongoing)Time: 4-5pmCost: $15 per classClass limit: 6 www.sacredrootshealing.com (Accessibility: participants need to be able to move independently between standing,...

We all know how important good dental hygiene is for our health. This is true for everyone, but especially for children. Regular dental visits help children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums. Going to the dentist, however, can cause anxiety and stress for some children. So what can a parent do to help their children get the care they need and also ease their stress about the dentist?  Ask About Their Fears Knowing what it is about going to the dentist that makes the child fearful is the best place to start. Identifying fears...

Spills or accidents don’t have to cause stress when it comes to the care of your weighted blanket! Weighted blankets are a necessary tool for Sommerfly’s buyers. Protecting this investment is important...and thanks to our waterproof duvet covers for the Sleep Tight™ Weighted Blanket, this protection can be beautiful as well as functional. Covers make Incorporating the blanket into a decorated room easy as the bright, waterproof blue fabric can be incorporated into any room’s color scheme.   While all of our products are washable, covers make caring for your Sleep Tight™ Weighted Blanket especially efficient and easy. Our covers are...