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I'm a bedding expert — these are the 5 sleep products I predict will sell out before Black Friday

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Black Friday may still be on the horizon, but the top bedding gifts are already starting to disappear. There's a little over a month left until Christmas and if you’re planning on gifting a good night’s rest to your loved ones this year, here are my top sleep picks you shouldn’t snooze on, including the huggable SquishPillow priced at $29.99 at Target.

Kids’ pillows, weighted blankets and luxury bedding sets (limited holiday edition designs) are all great gift options — but the most popular picks don’t often survive until the official sales begin. Once November really gets into gear, you’ll have a hard time finding the right colors and sizes. This also applies to some of the best pillows on the market, such as the Avocado Down pillow, which is currently out of stock.

Planning to go for a full bed-upgrade? Our Black Friday mattress sale is the right place to head to, where we’ve started tracking the latest deals as and when they land. But first, watch out for the popular sleep products below, because they may sell out even before Black Friday bedding deals hit…

1. SquishPillow by Original Squishmallows: firm bed pillow from $29.99 at Target
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1. SquishPillow by Original Squishmallows: firm bed pillow from $29.99 at Target
Jazwares, the brand behind the viral Squishmallow plush that comes in a range of characters, recently introduced its ultra-cozy pillow collection called the SquishPillow. The product is crafted using the same proprietary down alternative poly-fill as the plush, with a 100% cotton shell and an additional velvety-soft pillowcase for that "huggable" feel. It comes in two sizes and three firmness levels to suit different sleeping styles. A standard firm SquishPillow is now $29.99 at Target.

2. Gravity Cooling Weighted Blanket: single 15lbwas $199now $139 at Gravity
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2. Gravity Cooling Weighted Blanket: single 15lb was $199 now $139 at Gravity
This is a brand featured in our best weighted blanket guide, which continues to be one of the most popular choices on the market. Gravity's cooling weighted blanket boasts the same calming benefits as the original, with extra benefits perfect for hot sleepers. It is available to buy in three size variants with a 15lb single blanket now reduced to $139 (was $199).

3. Avocado Silk Pillowcase: was $95now $76 at Avocado
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3. Avocado Silk Pillowcase: standard was $95 now $76 at Avocado
Go a step further and think of enhancing their beauty sleep with this Avocado Silk pillowcase. Silk is often considered a material which works well for your skin and hair. This one from Avocado is made using high-quality pure 22-Momme Mulberry silk, which also comes with a GOTS-certified organic cotton wash bag for easy maintenance. You can now find it up to 20% off which means a queen size is now $84 (was $105). Plus you can choose from six chic colors.

4. Linenspa Reading Pillow: was $39.99now $33.97 at Amazon
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4. Linenspa Reading Pillow: standard was $39.99 now $33.97 at Amazon
Reading pillows, also called husband pillows, are a great gift for anyone who reads in bed or sits for long hours at a stretch. It helps correct your posture while giving comfy support to the neck, shoulders and arms. Buy now and get 15% off, which reduces the price of a standard size from $39.99 to $33.97.

5. Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set: twinfrom $159from $127.20 at Brooklinen
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5. Luxe Sateen Core Sheet Set: twin from $159 from $127.20 at Brooklinen
The OEKO-TEX certified Brooklinen Luxe Sateen Core sheet set is one of the brand's top sellers, crafted from super-soft 100% long-staple 480 thread count cotton. It comes in a variety of colors, with holiday-edition designs, perfect for gifting, coming soon. Right now, you can save up to 20% off, which means a queen sateen sheet set is $167.20 (was $209). Wait till Black Friday and you might miss out on your favorite patterns and sizes.

6. Warmies Weighted Stuffed Animals:was $29.99now $27.99 at Amazon
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6. Warmies Weighted Stuffed Animals: was $29.99 now $27.99 at Amazon
Still wondering about gift ideas for children? Warmies is a microwavable weighted stuffed animal — which means kids can not only snuggle in bed with their favorite toy, but also stay cozy warm. What's more, it also features a calming lavender scent, which is enhanced once you warm it up in the microwave. You can now find it at 7% off which drops the price from $29.99 to $27.99. Not to mention you can find a range of options to choose from — including the cutest dogs, hamsters, cows and capybaras.

7. ThisWorks Pillow Spray: 35ml $25 at Amazon
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7. ThisWorks Pillow Spray: 35ml $25 at Amazon
Aromatherapy is increasingly becoming a popular choice to achieve restful sleep and the ThisWorks Pillow Spray is often the top pick with over 24,000 rave reviews, even making it to celebrity feeds. Need a trial pack? While you can spot more expensive bundle offers on the same (including the spray and shower gel), this is a 35ml (1.2 Fl oz) travel-size bottle now priced $25, perfect for gifting.

Becky George
Sleep Staff Writer

Becky is a Sleep Staff Writer at Tom’s Guide covering all things sleep-related including product reviews, research studies, news and explainers. She works on specialist bedding content and is responsible for buyer’s guides like the best pillows for all sleepers and best mattress protectors focusing on popular brands such as Tempur-Pedic, Avocado, Coop Home Goods and more. Becky is a PPA accredited journalist who is keen to explore the intricacies of sleep, its effects on skincare, mental wellbeing and work performance. While not thinking of sleep, she can be seen reading in cosy bookshops or learning about global food culture. 

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