Harkla Weighted Vest for Kids - Neoprene Compression Vest - Ages 5 to 9 - Adjustable Kids Weighted Vest with 2lb Weight - Breathable and Washable Compression Vest - Medium

My daughter loves this vest, and will ask to wear it. It gives good sensory input for when she is needing some deep pressure or heaviness. The quality is nice and it has breathable panels to make sure it's not too hot. Adjustable with the velcro closures and easy to take on and off. I trust Harkla to make good products and this did not disappoint.

I wanted to wait till after my son has tried this a few times before reviewing. The first day this arrived before putting on, my 5 year old son thought this resembled a police vest. (My two cousins and one of their partners is a police officer, so he thought this was the coolest before trying it on.) He at first said it felt like a hug, then shortly after he wasn't interested. It took a few days for him to get used to it, but tonight when he wore it, he didn't complain much except for how uncomfortable it was to lean against the weighted bags while sitting down. My son is very hyperactive like his older brother and his father, the weighted vest worked for his brother, so I figured I'd give it a shot. My son is in Pre-K and has been having problems in school with sitting still, staying focused, and anxiety. Tonight, while wearing it he was able to sit still, remain calm, and pay attention to his school work for over and hour!!!.I just received this vest and he hasn't had the opportunity to try it for a long period of time, so I will try to update again later, I also ordered a size up so that he will fit this for a while longer. It isn't too baggy, but I can tell he will be able to use it for another year or so. Right now, I'm happy with this purchase, and I hope it continues to stay that way. :-) my only complaint is that the weighted bags bulge out in their loose pockets making it uncomfortable to lean against.

For reference: My son is 26 months old, but petite…he was a 26 weeker micropreemie. He is 23 lbs, 30” tall and wears 12m clothing. We bought the SMALL. Very adjustable and will fit for years to come!!! NO annoying tags or rough edges! NOT hot! Very breathable! My son has developmental delays and issues with sensory processing, emotional regulation, and overstimulation (common for a micropreemie that’s now a toddler). He also has a speech delay; he says 2 words - “dada” and “ba(ll)”. He is cognitively intact, going through a developmental spurt, experiencing change such as moving into a big boy bed, and has a lot to “say” but he can’t actually communicate beyond two words and two signs. Frustration can go from 0 to 100 FAST. Maybe autistic and/or ADHD (he exhibits signs and is very high risk given his extreme prematurity but it is hard to tell this young). His developmental pediatrician at the NICU follow-up clinic first mentioned a vest to me. Then our OT said a compression vest might help with his focus. Then our PT suggested “weight work” or a weighted vest to help slow him down and provide sensory input. So I spent a night reading and researching, eventually deciding on the Harkla weighted compression vest. Wow. I notice an immediate difference. He can actually focus longer and doesn’t get frustrated as easily. He can self-regulate better. We wear it daily during focused developmental play, and often to his doctor appointments. We leave it on ~20-30 minutes at a time and limit use to an hour or less per day total. I have no basis or comparison but people who do have commented favorably. His speech therapist asked me to send her a link to it. His PT wanted to know the brand, and commented on how it was superior to some of her other patients’ vests… easier to put on, secure, easy weight adjustment options, very sturdy weight bags, and how he doesn’t get overheated at all (we live in Arizona, this is huge). His OT knew it the moment she saw it…”Harkla is the best, but not cheap.” His normal pediatrician commented on how he didn’t realize they made therapeutic ones that could fit a child of my son’s size (he may be 26 months but wears 12 month clothing and this is able to be fitted to him very securely). I am very pleased with the usability, helpfulness, and quality. My son tolerates it just fine. It seems costly for neoprene, Velcro, and mesh… but isn’t everything expensive now?

If you’re on the fence about this support item for your kiddo like I was, I’d say buy it! My daughter uses her vest at least once a day and has gotten to where she even communicates when she wants it off. I can easily use the vest. As well as, adjust the level of support it gives her based on her needs. The instructions are super helpful and it’s a vest she has time to grow into both in size and support as we’re still at the starter weights (they give more if needed.) This vest helps her quickly and easily regulate her body.

So far it's helped a little. My son has autism and ADHD. It makes him feel like hes getting hugs all the time. But he still gets a little overwhelmed with stuff. Its about 85-90% accurate. He wants to sleep in it but he gets to hot. Unfortunately he does still need his medicine but the vest will helps with the hugs if im not there.

Nice vest! Great quality. My kids was not able to use as we are still convincing but it seems the size runs small

Nice quality but not seeing the merit in it.

Bought this for my autistic son and he loves it! The Velcro is very strong so I know it’ll last a while!

My 4 year old daughter with ADHD enjoys wearing this and she finds it helpful with her need for constant hugs. She likes to wear it for quiet time and it makes a big difference on her relaxation and quality of quiet time, which then makes for an overall better day! In the beginning she was weary, after a few weeks she was on board and now months later she asks for it daily and really likes it! It is really good quality, definitely kid proof! I just have to remember to not put it close to anything fluffy as the velcro is VERY sticky! (which I appreciate!)

I bought this for my very active 2 year old. It calms him down before bedtime.

Quedo perfecto, mi hijo le gusto y ayudo a la sensacion de compresion para regularse.

Recomendable 100%. 🪡 los materiales son resistentes. La tela es gruesa y está bien acabado. Los velcros son amplios y de buena calidad. Buen agarre y no se despega con facilidad. 🎯 Cumple su función y aporta tacto profundo al peque. ⚖️ Puedes variar de peso empleando los saquito que se incluyen. Es una marca recomendable y cuentan con más productos de utilidad para la autorregulación sensorial. Especialmente para personas con diagnóstico de TEA

Perfect for my 8 year old. He seems to really like it so far. The velcros feel to be well made and durable.