It's great to use an electric blanket in the winter because they keep you very warm. You are advised that if you are pregnant to not use a heating pad or electric blanket because of the risk of Electro-magnetic shock. It could very well harm your unborn baby, especially in the first trimester.


Make sure you don't leave your blanket on high while you are asleep because it could cause a fire. Keep it on low while you are asleep and always turn it off before you leave your house. If you need to warm up your bed, turn it on but do not leave your house with it on because it can start a fire.


It is wonderful to turn your blanket on and have your bed warm before you climb into bed to sleep. This saves you from climbing into a cold bed. Electric Blankets are not very much money and are worth the price.


You shouldn't put an electric blanket on a child that cant talk because it can cause them severe burns and by the time they cry it could be too late. Check your wires on your blanket on a regular bases to ensure that none of the wires are bare. If you find any wires that are bare, throw your blanket away and get a new one.


If you have exposed wires on your blanket then your at risk for an electrical shock. If you use your electric blanket more than ten hours out of a day then you should replace it once every year.


If your blanket stops working do not attempt to fix it yourself. Always get a new blanket if it stops working, unless it is still under warranty then you can take it back and get a new one. The company that makes the electric blanket can only guarantee its work and not yours.


You can get them in so many different colors and so many different stores sell them. They are very easy to find especially during the holidays. And if you wait until after Christmas you can get them on sell. So it shouldn't be hard to find your favorite. And as long as you read the directions on how to use your electric blanket and follow the guidelines and rules then you should not have any problems with your blanket.