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The fastest moving mattresses today is the memory foam ones that have a foam pillow top. It is known as a luxury bedding in the market today because of its thicker layers of foam that are added to bring the bed to a height of approximately 14 to 16 inches. The layers vary in the different parts of the mattress. Most people are misled that the entire mattress is made of memory foam. This is not to be, the main portion that is made of memory foam is the pillow top. The base of the pillow is not so dense as the pillow top. But this does not mean that it is less durable. In fact since it is made ...
Continue ReadingAfter I got pregnant with my first child the plan was to breastfeed. It looked simple and natural. I figured it would work itself out after the baby came. Besides what more would you need than a baby and a breast? Well there is a lot more to it and are things you need to prepare for. Here is what I learned from my breast feeding experience. First and foremost, have a backup plan. It might not work out. It never occurred to me that I would not be able to or not want to breast feed. My first child had an adverted suck and would press her tongue over the nipple instead of under. After weeks of tongue exercises, ...
Continue ReadingSo the question is why do we consider using a body pillow a luxury? Shouldn’t it be a necessity? Luxury: Luxurious hotels know the secret of a good night sleep and how to make their guest feel comfortable. Their goal is for you to feel pampered and relaxed so you’ll come back. The main focus is the bedding from the mattress to the sheets. Luxurious hotels provide fine liens and quality bedding to make their guest’s bed the most inviting part of the stay. Face it, when you get a good night sleep you’re happier and feel great. That’s what they want so you’ll leave satisfied and want to come back. Hopefully, you’ll even tell you friends about it and ...
Continue ReadingI use to toss and turn all night. I’d wake up restless and achy. A friend of mine noticed how many pillows I was using to try and get comfortable and claimed that was part of the problem. Waking up several times a night to move and reposition my pillows was causing a restless night sleep. She suggested I use a body pillow, something she started doing during her first pregnancy. Genius! It was not hard to find a pillow that offered the support I needed for my sleep position and finally get the night sleep I deserved. I soon found out that the benefits of properly supporting my body while at rest were abundant. First, using a body pillow ...
Continue ReadingA body pillow is a king size, oversized pillow. Its purpose is to frame and support the body during rest or sleep. They are the ultimate support pillows used for many purposes. Some use body pillows simply for extra support and comfort, others for recovering from injuries, dealing with illness or experiencing pregnancy. The most basic body pillow design is rectangular about the length of the body. Other designs surround the whole body or half of the body. Different types of fillers are used to create a range of firm, soft and molding features. People should take time to research and shop for a body pillow before purchasing to find the right pillow for their needs. Body pillows are used ...
Continue ReadingDifficulty sleeping during pregnancy is a common occurrence among women. Many factors contribute to the sleeplessness and discomfort at bedtime. Histamines in the body are much higher for pregnant women. This is a result of a rise in hormones such as estrogen and prolactin in the body. Some women complain of being extremely itchy at night and the stretching of the skin around the ever-growing belly may contribute to the discomfort. Lotions such as coco butter and creams enriched in vitamin E may help remedy the itchy skin but it does not really take care of all the sleeping issues. Because of the weight gain, which can be anywhere from 25 to 55 pounds, many women experience moderate to severe ...
Continue ReadingThe Body Wrap Each month we feature a product and comments from our customers to share as a review. This Months Top Pick is the Body Wrap. This pillow offers complete body support and comfort! This body wrap pillow surrounds and contours to your body providing you with extraordinary support and comfort. It aligns your spine for correct sleeping posture. This pillow is ideal for those suffering with head, neck, shoulder, back or leg pain. The slickened polyester fiber filling provides comfort and will hold its shape for years. The total comfort and support of this pillow can be enjoyed by everyone including those suffering from joint pain, recovering from surgery and for mothers-to-be. The pillow core is 100% slickened ...
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