The world of pillows is extremely diverse (buckwheat pillow, anyone?). But many people prefer sleeping on the traditional down pillow, as it offers great head and neck support and does a good job of keeping you warm. Still, there’s a lot you need to know before choosing the best down pillow for your needs. If […]
The Ultimate Guide: Memory Foam Pillows
Memory foam has been used as a bedding material since it was first invented by NASA researchers in the 1960s. (Fun fact: Its original purpose was to provide better cushioning for test pilots during flights.) Since then it has been steadily growing in popularity, with the entire memory foam mattress and pillow market predicted to reach more than $8 billion […]
Why You Should Wash Your Pillows
We’re so sorry to be the ones to share this gross information, but you’ll probably be glad we did. Here goes: After a couple of years of daily use, up to 30% of a pillow’s weight will be made up of dead skin cells, dust mites, and their feces, according to a study by a researcher at […]
The Best Pillows for Comfortable Night’s Sleep
Sleeping hot is one of the biggest complaints people have, even in the winter. As much as you want to get all warm and toasty under your down duvet or flannel sheets, it’s easy to become overheated and that can lead to a sweaty, uncomfortable night’s sleep. Your body temperature needs to drop a bit […]
Choose the Right Pillow for Your Sleep Position
The first thing to consider when buying new a pillow for your bed is your primary sleep position. Are you a back, side, stomach, or combination sleeper? Your answer will guide your selection of pillows and their fillings. Here, learn how to choose the best pillow for your sleep position. The best pillow for your […]
Tips: Find the Best Pillow for Stomach Sleepers
If you’re one of the 16% of Americans who sleep face-down a stomach sleeper then chances are you’ve already heard that sleeping on your stomach isn’t good for you. Yet…you love it and find it very comfortable. Still, it’s important to know that while stomach sleeping can have positive benefits, such as reducing snoring and […]
How to Choose the Best Pillow for Back Sleeper
Although it’s not quite as popular as side sleeping, back sleeping is considered the healthiest way to get shut-eye. Why? Well, sleeping your back keeps your head, neck, and spine in a neutral position, taking pressure off those areas and making it a whole lot less likely that you’ll wake up in pain. While back […]
The Best Pillow for a Good Night’s Sleep
Whether you sleep on your side or back or prefer foam or down, there’s a perfect pillow out there for you. Sleep, sleep, sleep we spend one-third of our lives in a state of sleep, so we know that sleep is important. That said, a good night’s sleep can be hard to come by if […]
