SensoryCraver | SensoryCritters Boy/Girls Weighted Vest
Price range: $225.00 through $245.00
The SensoryCritters Weighted Vest delivers gentle, evenly distributed deep-pressure input to help children and teens feel more calm, focused, and grounded throughout the day. Designed for everyday wear at school, home, or therapy sessions, this vest provides discreet sensory support without bulk, beads, or stiffness.
- Children and teens who benefit from calming deep-pressure input
- Individuals with sensory processing differences (SPD, ADHD, autism)
- Kids who feel overwhelmed in busy, noisy, or unpredictable environments
- Support during school, home routines, therapy, and transitions
- Those who prefer lightweight, cloth-weighted comfort without beads
- Designed to fit like a standard adjustable weighted vest
- Weight panels sit across the torso for balanced pressure
- Adjustable side closures for a secure, comfortable fit
- If between sizes, size up for comfort and layering
- See the Size Chart tab below for exact measurements
This vest provides calming sensory input and is not a medical device. Always consult an occupational therapist or pediatrician for clinical guidance. Not recommended for children under 3 years old.
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Description
SensoryCritters Weighted Vest for Everyday Sensory Support
The SensoryCritters Weighted Vest is thoughtfully designed to provide calming deep-pressure input throughout the day while remaining lightweight, flexible, and comfortable. It helps children feel grounded and regulated during school activities, therapy sessions, homework time, or transitions between environments — without drawing attention or limiting movement.
Why Families & Therapists Choose This Weighted Vest
- Evenly distributed weight across the torso for calming proprioceptive input
- Discreet design that looks like everyday clothing
- Lightweight, flexible construction for all-day comfort
- No beads or bulky fillers — soft, cloth-weighted panels
- Handmade in the USA with durable, child-safe materials
Key Features
- Deep Pressure Input: Helps support focus, calm, and emotional regulation
- Comfort-Focused Design: Soft materials with smooth interior weight panels
- Adjustable Fit: Side closures allow for growth and layering
- Easy Care: Designed for routine use in home, school, and therapy settings
- Multiple Options: Available in various sizes and fabric choices
Benefits for Children
- Encourages focus during school, homework, or structured activities
- Supports self-regulation in stimulating environments
- Helps children feel calm, grounded, and secure
- Promotes comfort during transitions and daily routines
The SensoryCritters Weighted Vest is part of our coordinated sensory support collection, designed to work alongside our weighted hoodies and blankets for flexible, everyday regulation support across multiple environments.the shoulder down the back to the opening of the back pocket.
For parents, caregivers, and educators who want more information…
1. Occupational therapist overview of weighted/compression vests
This article explains what weighted and compression vests are, how they provide sensory input, and why therapists recommend them for kids with sensory processing differences:
👉 https://www.theottoolbox.com/weighted-vests-and-compression-garments/
2. NAPA Center — Therapist guide to weighted/compression vests
A pediatric occupational therapy resource that discusses weighted vest benefits and what research shows about using them with children:
👉 https://napacenter.org/weighted-compression-vests-for-kids/
3. Neurodivergent Insights — weighted vests and sensory regulation
A focused article on how weighted vests provide deep pressure stimulation that may help improve focus, reduce anxiety, and support calmness:
👉 https://neurodivergentinsights.com/weighted-vests-autism/
4. Raising Children Network — overview of weighted vests in autism therapy
A balanced explanation of what weighted vests are, how they’re used in sensory integration therapy, and what evidence shows about their effectiveness:
👉 https://raisingchildren.net.au/autism/therapies-guide/weighted-vests
Additional information
| Gender | Boy, Girl |
|---|---|
| Size | Small, Medium, Large, X-Large |
| Fabric Type | Denim, Navy Fleece, Black Fleece, Pink Fleece |
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How to measure: Measure from the top of the shoulder down the back to the opening of the back pocket. Measurements allow for the depth of the removable weight packs. If between sizes and still growing, choose the next size up.
| Size | Shoulder to Waist | Chest | Waist/Hips | Length | Weight (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 25–26 | 31–32 | 33–34 | 18 | 4 |
| Medium | 27–28 | 34–35 | 35–36 | 20 | 5 |
| Large | 30–33 | 37–39 | 37–39 | 22 | 6 |
| Extra Large | 34–35 | 43–44 | 43–44 | 23 | 7 |
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