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July 31, 2010, 1:10 pm
We have all heard how important it is to our health to get a good night’s sleep. Many studies are now linking a lack of sleep with health problems such as obesity and diabetes. But even if you plan your life so you are in bed at a decent hour, what if you can’t get to sleep or stay asleep through the night? Finding a great body pillow has been the solution for many people with sleep problems, from pregnant women to those who suffer from chronic back pain. Here is a quick look at the best body pillows to help you sleep.
Body Pillows for Pregnant Women
A company called Snoozer makes a full body pillow shaped like a candy cane that many pregnant women swear by. The top section supports the head, neck and shoulders. The long center part provides support for the back and the bottom section can be used in a couple different ways to support your hips and legs. Many couples like the candy cane design since it provides great support without taking up as much room as wider body pillows. This pillow is filled with 80% white goose down for added comfort.
Other popular pregnancy body pillows from Leachco and Boppy also get excellent reviews. You can find a variety of these products at stores such as Target, Walmart and Bed Bath and Beyond. The typical price range is between $50 and $150. These body pillows are also meant to provide support and comfort to nursing mothers. If you stick with a brand name you will probably not be disappointed with any of these full body pillows. Your biggest decisions will be which shape to choose and which filling you prefer. As with regular bed pillows, you can choose from natural fill such as goose down or synthetic filling such as a polyfill or memory foam. Goose down body pillows will be softer and will compress easily when you wrap your arm or leg around them. Synthetic pillows are firmer and will contour to the shape or your head and neck and provide extra support. If you are unsure of your preferences, reading customer reviews online is always a good idea.
Body Pillows to Relieve Back Pain
For people who suffer from chronic back pain, a great body pillow can provide some much needed relief. They promote proper spinal alignment and provides healthier body circulation and can relieve the pressure on your spine while you are sleeping. Body pillows can eliminate the need to position two or three bed pillows to try and get the support you need during the night. Your doctor can often recommend a particular therapeutic body pillow for your specific needs. The same candy cane or u – shaped pillows that pregnant women use may be the best for people who cannot get the rest that they need due to stiff joints and back pain.
Body pillows can also be a wonderful relief for people who just can’t seem to get comfortable enough to fall asleep or cannot stay asleep. These elongated pillows are helpful for people who have sore or stiff joints or who have trouble getting comfortable enough to fall asleep at night. If you or your partner snores, a full body pillow may also help. You can position a long pillow so that you do not roll over onto your back during the night, which is when most people tend to snore.
A body pillow cover is usually included when you purchase the pillow, but it might be a good idea to purchase extra body pillow covers, especially if you have chosen a pillow that has a unique shape. Make sure to care for you body pillow according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and you should enjoy all the benefits of your pillow for years to come.
July 3, 2010, 1:56 pm
If you are one of those people that enjoys watching TV in bed then you may be interested in a pillow that provides a lot of support and comfort and is perfect for the avid TV watcher or reader. Instead of trying to prop up your regular bed pillows to try and get comfortable, check out one of the TV pillows that is designed especially for this purpose.
One popular kind of TV pillow is the type that looks almost like an armchair with a back and armrests. These pillows provide comfort for any sitting position. They are usually filled with memory foam and are very durable. Look for a pillow that has a soft outer covering. A cover that can be removed for washing is also a great feature to have. All different fabrics and colors are available, both in home stores and at online retailers.
The TV lounge pillow is a variation of this type that also allows you to rest at more of an angle and still have back support. Some of these pillows have adjustable reclining feature and a headrest that is also adjustable. The deluxe models even come with a side pocket for keeping a book, TV guide or eyeglasses. The only problem with getting a high end TV pillow is that you may find yourself spending all day in bed since they are so comfortable!
Another style of TV is a double pillow that is like two comfortable bed pillows combined so that you can decide what positon you would like to use them in. One pillow is more firm than the other, so you can choose to use the more supportive section under your head or your back, wherever you need it more.
The wedge-shaped bed TV pillow is another option to take a look at. This flexible shape allows you watch TV or read at different angles. Some of the wedge TV pillows also come with an additional headrest made of memory foam material.
There are often different fabric and color choices avialable so that you can select a TV pillow that will match the décor of the room it will be used in. Most of these pillows are filled with synthetic materials, so if feather pillows aren’t your thing, you won’t have to worry. Try a TV pillow today and experience the comfort that they will provide for even hours of watching your favorite TV show marathon or reading a page-turner that you just can’t put down.
February 8, 2010, 12:40 am
Feather body pillows can be the ultimate in sleeping comfort and are especially great for pregnant women, nursing mothers and people with certain sleep problems. They conform to your shape and provide extra support wherever you need it the most.
These elongated pillows are helpful for people who have sore or stiff joints or who have trouble getting comfortable enough to fall asleep at night. Body pillows are also useful for people who snore a lot and either wake up themselves or their partner during the night. Most snoring occurs when you roll on to your back while sleeping. If you position the body pillow behind you, it will keep you sleeping on your side and reduce snoring.
Feather body pillows can also work wonders for those people who regularly sleep with 2 or 3 pillows at night. If you need a pillow for your head and one between your knees and another to support your hips, you typically do not make it through the night with all of the pillows still in place. A full length body pillow can often replace the need for multiple pillows and keep you comfortable the whole night through. When they are positioned horizontally, rectangular body pillows can also be used as a great headrest by two people when reading or watching TV in bed.
There are several choices in styles and fillings for body pillows. You can get a combination feather and down body pillow which will give you the comfort of down with a little extra support from the feathers. For those who are allergic to feathers you may want to look at some of the memory foam or micro fiber body pillows. These two choices are also great for people who need firm support.
In addition to the rectangular body pillow, there are products that are shaped like a candy cane that can be used to tuck under your head and then to wrap around your body or between your legs to provide support for your hips or knees while you sleep. This shape is also very popular for women who are pregnant or nursing.
Pillow covers for body pillows are available in a choice of colors and styles ranging from the basic white to animal prints. Make sure you measure your body pillow if you are purchasing a pillow cover separately. Prices for body pillows range from $40 to over $100 and are usually worth the money if they bring you more comfort so that you can sleep better at night.