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I just came across this great blog from our sister company, Lifekind. I figured I would share it with you:
How do you tell when you need a new pillow?
We all have a favorite pillow on our bed that we love and gravitate toward. Mine has a special pillow cover, so I know exactly which one it is. It started out so nice and tall, and slowly, over time, became as flat as a pancake without my even realizing how much it was changing.It got me thinking: How do we really know whether a pillow is right for us or when it’s time to replace it?Here are some questions that can help you determine when it’s time to replace that beloved pillow. A “Yes” answer to any question is a good indicator it may be time to move on:
Is your pillow misshapen or lumpy? Place it on a flat surface. Rather than laying flat, do you notice lumps or a misshapen surface?
Does your pillow fail the “force test”? For latex pillows, place your hand in the center of the pillow and push down. Is there sufficient resistance, or does your hand go all the way down to the surface underneath?For down pillows, fold them in half and then let them go. Natural-down pillows should slowly regain their shape, while synthetic down should spring back quickly. If they don’t, it may be time to move on.
Do you ache when you wake up in the morning?
Did you buy your pillow more than 24 months ago?
Do you wake frequently to readjust your pillow or change your head’s position? Having an inadequate or uncomfortable pillow can cause pain and prevent a restful night’s sleep. If your neck or back hurt, it may mean your pillow isn’t properly supporting your neck throughout the night. If you wake up periodically to readjust your head, it’s also reducing the amount of rest you’re getting. Without good, deep sleep, it can be harder to function throughout the day.Discovery News posted an article explaining why pillows become heavier as they age: “With just two years of use, one-third of a pillow’s weight is comprised of dead skin cells, bugs, and dust mites and their droppings.” (For more information on what may be inside your pillow, visit Discovery News HERE)
Read the full article on their blog ........... After I read this, I went home and checked my pillow, and found that my pillow needed to be replaced too! I chose the Crush 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow for myself, while my husband enjoys a firmer pillow, so I am thinking a great holiday gift would be the Molded 100%-Natural Rubber Latex Pillow! I also saw the importance of a Pillow Barrier Cover for our pillows, to protect them from the things that we don't want getting into them. [caption id="attachment_1199" align="aligncenter" width="215"]
The Crush 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow[/caption]
[caption id="attachment_1183" align="aligncenter" width="215"] The Crush 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow[/caption]
Certified Organic Cotton Bed-Bug and Dust-Mite Pillow Barrier Cover[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1184" align="aligncenter" width="215"]
Wool-Wrapped 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1185" align="aligncenter" width="215"]
100% Certified Organic Cotton Pillow[/caption] [caption id="attachment_1186" align="aligncenter" width="215"]
The Molded and Contour 100% Natural Rubber Latex Pillows[/caption] Pillows make such a great economical choice for a gift to help family members sleep safer. With the holidays fast approaching, why not give a small piece of comfort with an OMI pillow. Or if you’ve determined that you need to replace your favorite pillow, click HERE to find your local retailer to try out an OMI pillow today.