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How to Sleep on a Wedge Pillow
Many people switch to a wedge pillow after getting frustrated with regular ones. The first thing that feels different is the angle. Your upper body is…
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Mattress, Topper & Pillow Guides: Pillows
Plain-English guides to organic latex mattresses, toppers, pillows and bedding: sizes, firmness, thickness, care and how to choose, from the Turmerry team in North Carolina.
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How to Use a Travel Pillow
Bodies aren't built to sleep sitting up, yet that's how most of us rest on long flights, train rides and road trips. A travel pillow can…
Firm vs. Soft Pillow
Shopping for a new pillow? You might've noticed the whole firm vs. soft pillow debate. Some like the former, because firm pillows = better support. Others…
How to Store Pillows Properly
Once pillows leave the bed, they often get tucked away wherever there's space. Guest pillows get pushed into closets, extras get stacked on shelves, and seasonal…
How Often Should You Replace Your Pillow?
Think about how much time you spend with your pillow. You rest your head on it, expecting it to stay supportive night after night. But just…
Can Lice Live on Pillows?
If someone in your home has head lice, it's natural to look at your pillow and wonder, "Can lice live here too?" Your head rests on…
What to Do With Old Pillows
Most of us have at least one pillow at home that’s past its prime. Maybe it’s gone flat after years of use, or it just doesn’t…
How to Use a Pregnancy Pillow
Growing a baby is a big job, and getting comfortable in bed can get harder as your bump grows. Between trips to the bathroom and a…
How to Make a Pillow Cover
There’s something oddly satisfying about making your own pillow cover. It’s one of those projects that’s small enough to finish in a day but meaningful enough…
Latex vs. Memory Foam Pillow
When shopping for a new pillow, two of the most common options you'll encounter are latex and memory foam. Naturally, that leads to the question: “Latex…
Types of Pillows
Pillow shopping is a surprisingly big job these days. There are plenty of options, and if one doesn't work, another probably will… right? Maybe. In this…
Pillow Firmness Scale
Ever bought a pillow that felt perfect at first, only to realize a few nights later that it just isn't right for you? Maybe it was…
Pillow Loft Guide: How to Choose the Right Height for Better Sleep
Pillow shopping can feel more complicated than it should be, especially when you come across terms like “loft.” If you’ve ever wondered why a pillow felt…
Can You Wash Pillows? A Complete Guide to Fresh and Clean Bedding
We all love that feeling of sinking into a soft, fluffy pillow after a long day. But when was the last time you actually washed your…
How to Make a Pillow: A Step-by-Step Guide
How many times have you bought a pillow, thinking it would be the one, only to wake up with a sore neck and regret? It’s super…
Buckwheat Pillow Benefits: What They Do Well (and the Trade-Offs)
You use your pillow every night, so it's worth choosing one that suits the way you sleep. Buckwheat pillows (called sobakawa pillows in Japan, where they've…
Is It Bad to Sleep Without a Pillow?
Every night, we all seek refuge in the comfort of our beds to rejuvenate ourselves for the upcoming day. Yet, what materials we choose to use…
Why Is My Pillow Yellow? Causes and How to Prevent Stains
You strip the bed, pull off the pillowcase, and there it is: a yellow patch, or a whole pillow that has gone from white to a…
What Is a Latex Pillow? Your Guide to Sleep Satisfaction
Finding the perfect pillow can be a game-changer for your sleep quality. With so many options on the market, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but one…
Buckwheat Hulls in Pillows
Buckwheat isn't a cereal grass like wheat. It's the seed of a flowering plant, and each seed sits inside a small, hard shell called the hull.…
Bed Pillow Sizes
Pillows are not just our sleep companions; they also help regulate our emotions. If snuggling a pillow relieves stress and makes you feel light, then you…
How to Take Care of Pillows
Do you know how to keep your pillows fresh and clean? If not, don't worry - we're here to help! In this blog post, we'll share…
Best Organic Pillows
Pillows play a very important role in our daily sleep patterns. And they are so important to the health of our bodies for a number of…
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