You have spent a small fortune on the latest memory foam mattress and treated yourself to a high quality down quilt. You have also gone overboard on the bedding and bought yourself a luxurious Egyptian cotton set. So why is it that you still can’t seem to get a good night’s sleep? The answer to your question is that you have probably neglected to factor in the importance of a good pillow as part of your bedding.
Synthetic materials
Made from a hypoallergenic synthetic material, hollowfibre pillows make a great choice for children and asthma sufferers. They also naturally spring back and keep their shape better than natural fill options.
Natural fill
Pillows that are filled with goose or duck feather and down offer a luxurious feel. They provide a soft to medium feel due to the feathered filling and will offer good support as they mould to the shape of your neck and head.
The joys of memory foam
Perhaps the most helpful suggestion for those of you losing sleep due to your selection of pillow is the memory foam option. These are especially good for people who suffer from back and neck complaints. This is thanks to the fact that the material will spread evenly whenever pressure is applied to it. As a result the pillow will mould itself to whatever position you lay in and will reshape should you toss and turn during the night.
Orthopaedic option
An orthopaedic pillow is something that should be considered by those who find it difficult to find a comfortable position when using a more common pillow. Often used by pregnant women and those who frequently sit up in bed to read or watch television, they can still be used by the rest of us to find that elusive comfortable position. Some find that they are able to tuck their shoulder into the angle provided by the V-shape, which then gives their neck and head good support.