Choosing the right pillow is actually a crucial step in getting a good night’s sleep! It is an essential element for your sleep, just like a quality mattress. Feather, down, foam, memory foam, cervical pillows, latex pillows… Whew! A whole bunch of pillows exist on the bed linen market, so it is sometimes difficult to choose the pillow that really suits you… But don’t panic! At Valentin, we explain how to make the right choice when it comes to pillows. To do this, you just need to read the rest of this article.
1. Understand Your Needs
Don’t buy the first pillow that comes along, no, take the time to ask yourself the right questions and understand your needs. First of all, the question you need to ask yourself is: “What is my preferred sleeping position?” Do you prefer the position on your back, side or stomach (or other, if you like to adopt weird positions, you are not judged…).
Sleeping On Your Back
If you like to sleep on your back, the ideal will be a firm pillow that will guarantee good support for your head and neck. Don’t choose it too hard, however, at the risk of suffering from headaches. The ideal pillow: Your head should sink a third into the pillow.
Sleeping On Your Stomach
If you prefer the position on your stomach, a soft, extra-flat or medium pillow (about 5 cm thick) will be more suitable, so that it best fits the shape of your face and that the feeling of welcome seems pleasant to you. This will also allow your head to be well aligned with your spine. Down pillows are particularly recommended.
Sleeping On Your Side
Then, if you like to sleep on your side, a medium, soft or thick pillow (from 9 cm thick) will be required to offer an ideal balance and a good position for your neck. Always with this in mind, to respect the alignment of the head, neck and spine.
Firmness
- Otherwise, everyone has a different sensibility when it comes to the comfort of a pillow. Several types of firmness exist and can offer you different comforts:
- Firm: Firm pillows provide important support for the head and neck. They usually maintain a stable shape and are recommended for people who sleep on their back or side, or for those who need extra support. When it comes to firmness, we recommend the cervical pillows from the Diamond Supreme Foam brand.
- Medium: Pillows with medium firmness provide a balance of support and comfort. They are suitable for all types of positions you can adopt while sleeping.
- Plush: Fluffy pillows, as the word “fluffy” suggests, are soft and provide extra comfort. They are often more suitable for those who sleep on their stomachs. If you are looking for softness, the cervical pillows is, as its name suggests, super soft…
- Gel or memory foam: These pillows are often made from materials that react to body heat and offer personalized support. They are valued for their ability to relieve the squeeze and adapt to the shape of the neck and head.
Morphology And Medical Conditions
You can also choose your pillow according to your build, the larger your build, the more welcome a firm pillow will be.
Then, let’s not forget all the special medical conditions, including neck pain or allergies. Do not hesitate to learn more about the subject, if you are concerned! Our Valentine’s advisors will be happy to help you make your choice about cervical pillows
Maintenance
Check your pillow’s care instructions carefully to make sure it’s easy to clean and maintain. Each pillow has its own washing and drying method. As with duvets, some can be machine washed, others cannot, some can be put in the dryer, for others, air drying will be more appropriate.
You have to pay attention to the indications on the label of your pillow, because a pillow that is not properly washed or dried, can become a pillow all deformed or completely ruined.
