08 Jul 09 Picking The Right Pillow

In a ridiculously busy world, sometimes it’s hard to find the time to sleep, which is made even worse by having that time wasted on not getting the good night’s sleep that you really need. Usually the root of the problem is something as simple as your pillow, which can make all the difference. Not properly supporting your head/neck can lead to any manner of ailments, from neck pain to headaches. Not sleeping well can also lead to any number of health conditions, from obesity, to diabetes, even depression. So finding a pillow that suits your sleep style is actually very important on your road to becoming as healthy a person as you can become.

You have to consider what sort of a sleeper you are, so that you can figure out just what type of pillow would be right for you. Think about which positions your body favors, whether you primarily sleep on your stomach/side/back or if you move around a lot in your sleep. Each type requires a different set of standards as to which pillow will best suit you. If you move around a lot you’re going to want a softer pillow, so that it’s more apt to contour to your body as you make transitions. Otherwise with too firm a pillow you could find yourself straining your neck by accidentally sleeping in an uncomfortable position that you don’t realize is doing harm at the time.

For sleepers that tend to stay in the same position, you want to find one that contours to your body best. Something comfortable enough for you to fall asleep on, but that supports your head and neck in keeping with the alignment of your spine. If you tend to sleep on your stomach or back, a softer/fluffier pillow will suit you best. Whereas you’ll want a more firm supportive pillow if you sleep on your side, so that you can be sure to maintain a good alignment.

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21 Jun 09 Mattress Care Tips

A good sleep rejuvenates our senses, recharge our batteries and prepare us for the next day, and a disturbed sleep ruins our day. If we talk about the quality of the night sleep, a lot depend upon the quality and the condition of the mattress. Hence, we need to take good care of the mattresses we rely so much on for our cheerful selves. Follow the tips written below, and your mattress will remain in a good shape for many years.

Turn the mattress upside down and end-over-end after every three months. This will help your mattress shape up according to your body’s contour.
Use protective covers to reduce the chances of any liquid going pouring or trickling inside the mattress. This will safeguard your mattress against sagging.
Keep the mattress dry and clean, and do not use any dry-cleaning or any other fluid to clean the mattress.
When carrying or transporting mattress from one place to another, carry it flat on its side.
Do not allow your kids to jump or even stand on the mattress for long. Your mattress is not designed to withstand such concentration of weight at one place for prolonged period of time.
Do not bend your mattress, not even at the corner. It will damage the inner coir of the mattress. Flex your mattress, if you have to, but never bend it.
Do not remove the label from the mattress. Removing it may void the warranty. It is often written in the fine prints of the warranty contract.
Your mattress is inflammable, so keep it away from any kind of fire. Yes, I meant smoldering fire of cigarette as well.

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04 Feb 09 The Benefits of Air Mattresses

Given the amount of time that we spend sleeping — or trying to sleep — it only makes sense to make our beds as comfortable as possible. Today, we have many choices in mattresses, from pillow-top to firm. But what happens if your mattress preferences change from day to day? Maybe an ultra-firm mattress works for you sometimes, but other times you prefer a softer bed. For changeable comfort, an air mattress just might be your best bet.

Air mattresses are equipped with inflatable, adjustable chambers. One such air mattress, the Sleep Number bed by Select Comfort, comes with two separate air chambers. A numbered remote dial controls each air chamber. The customer adjusts the mattress to the desired firmness — or softness — with the touch of a button. Since there are two chambers, each side of the bed can be controlled independently. This is ideal for partners with different mattress preferences.

LoungAir is offering a unique air mattress that converts to a lounge, chair, or recliner. Another type of air mattress is the low-cost, foldable variety. These inflatable mattresses are great for spare bedrooms, guest rooms, slumber parties, and even camping trips. Most of these air mattresses are simply put on the floor. These mattresses can be found at bedding stores such as Linens N Things and Bed, Bath & Beyond. They can also be found at department stores. At the time of this writing, WalMart was offering a two-position air mattress on a frame for $34. Some outdoor and camping supplies stores also sell air mattresses, as well as many online stores.

One company, however, created a more comfortable alternative to the on-the-floor air mattresses. The Raised AeroBed, by Aero Products International, Inc., is an inflatable bed that stands about two feet high. This type of air mattress can be inflated with a small electric pump.

Mattresses Info provides detailed information about air, foam, memory foam, futon, and waterbed mattresses and mattress pads, plus advice about mattress stores. Mattresses Info is the sister site of Memory Foam Web.

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