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What should a good pillow meet?

There are an incredible number of pillows for sale. Literally available in all kinds, sizes, colors, shapes, fabrics, and fillings. Is one pillow really better than another? A pillow is a pillow. Wrong! Have you ever slept in a hotel with a pillow that was way too hard or soft? Then you know exactly what we mean. With a good pillow, you prevent neck, shoulder, and back complaints. But... What makes a good pillow? In this blog, we tell you exactly what to look for when buying a pillow.

What are the best pillows?

Well... An answer to this question and you would be done reading. Of course, we could simply tell you that the orthopedic pillows from Ella Sleeps are the very best. And although we are certainly not afraid to speak positively about our pillows, it's all a bit more nuanced. What is actually more important; Which pillow is most suitable for you? Every body is different. Are you looking for the best pillow? Then look for a pillow that best fits your body. Take into account:

  • Your sleeping position;
  • The width of your shoulders;
  • How hard or soft your mattress is;
  • Your physical characteristics such as perspiration and allergies;
  • Your preference for the softness of your pillow.

The influence of your sleeping position on your pillow

Een goed hoofdkussen zorgt ervoor dat je rug een rechte lijn vormt met je ruggengraat*. Wanneer je op je zij slaapt is deze lijn anders dan wanneer je op je rug of buik slaapt. Dit betekent dat je rekening moet houden met je favoriete slaaphouding tijdens je keuze voor een hoofdkussen. Hoe slaap jij meestal? The orthopedic pillow is ergonomically shaped to the contours of your body Hoofdkussens voor zijslapers: Slaap jij meestal op je zij? Let er dan op dat je schouders tegen het kussen aan liggen en dus niet op je kussen. Wanneer je schouders op je kussen liggen maakt je nek een onnatuurlijke kromming waardoor je nekklachten kunt ontwikkelen. Hoofdkussens voor rugslapers: Ben jij een rugslaper? Kies dan voor een kussen wat hoger is in de nek ten opzichte van het achterhoofd. Je achterhoofd steekt namelijk meer uit dan je nek. Wanneer je kiest voor een kussen wat te dik is bij het achterhoofd, zul je merken dat je hoofd te ver naar voren buigt en je nek licht gebogen blijft. Dit is niet goed! Hoofdkussens voor buikslapers: Niet veel mensen zijn buikslapers. Het is namelijk ook een beetje een onnatuurlijke positie. Je ademhaling wordt belemmerd door op je buik te slapen en daarnaast zorgen dikke hoofdkussens er vaak voor dat buikslapers nekklachten ontwikkelen. Ben jij een buikslaper? Maak je geen zorgen, we gaan je niet vragen je favoriete slaaphouding op te geven. Als je een buikslaper bent kun je het beste kiezen voor een dun kussen. *Wist je dat: De orthopedische hoofdkussens van Ella Sleeps geschikt zijn voor zowel rug- als zijslapers? Onze kussens hebben een hoge en een lage kant, waardoor je hem kunt draaien en zo de beste houding voor jezelf kunt vinden. Het kussen is ook geschikt voor buikslapers, maar hier niet speciaal voor ontworpen.

Broad shoulders

Do you have broad shoulders? Then the distance between your head and the mattress is greater. In this case, we recommend choosing a thicker pillow. This is often only recommended for side sleepers. If you mainly sleep on your side, you will indeed benefit the most from this. However, many back and stomach sleepers also often turn onto their side during sleep. Unsure whether to choose a thicker pillow? Choose a pillow filled with memory foam or one where you can remove the filling.

How firm should my mattress be?

How firm your mattress is also affects your pillow choice. Test the firmness of your mattress by lying on it without a pillow. A soft mattress requires a thinner pillow than a hard mattress. This is because you sink deeper into a soft mattress, making the distance between your head and the mattress smaller. With this Mattress Comparator from the consumer association, you can filter mattresses by their firmness.

The filling of your pillow

Most pillows are filled with one of the following materials:

  • Down and feathers
  • Synthetic material
  • Memory foam or viscoelastic foam

Down and feathers

  • Easy to shape filling
  • Sensitive to house dust mite

Synthetic material

  • Available in countless shapes, sizes, and price ranges
  • Easy to wash
  • Less moldable

Memory foam/viscoelastic foam

  • Adapts to the posture of your body
  • Suitable for stomach, back, and side sleepers
  • Do not absorb dust, ideal for a dust allergy such as house dust mite

Tips for buying your pillow

We hope you now have a bit of an idea of what to look for in a good pillow. Before you buy a beautiful pillow from Ella Sleeps (or elsewhere), we want to give you a few extra tips before you proceed with your purchase. Will you read along for a moment?

  • Try your pillow first!

Are you buying a pillow in the store? Then it's quite easy to test it out. But even when you order a pillow online, you should actually test it first. Therefore, always order only from websites where you can still return your pillow if you don't like it.

  • Are you a warm sleeper?

Make sure your pillow is well ventilated. This way, you won't have a clammy, sweaty pillow.

  • Washing

Make sure your pillow has a washable cover. Research has shown that pillows really are a breeding ground for germs!

  • When to replace?

Even if you regularly wash your pillow, bacteria will eventually get into your pillow. Therefore, we recommend replacing your pillow every 3 to 4 years. Looking for more tips about sleep? Check out our best sleep tips for a better night's rest!

About Ella Sleeps

Ella Sleeps has been selling products since 2018 that ensure a better sitting or lying posture. We do this by introducing sustainable and especially affordable products. As soon as the term orthopedic or physiological is mentioned somewhere, people often have to dig deep into their pockets for a solution. And that is not necessary at all! Check out our range and start today with a new, healthy sleeping posture. p.s. do you have the ideal tip for choosing a pillow? Leave a comment under this article?

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What should I consider when choosing a good pillow?

Pay attention to your sleeping position, shoulder width, mattress firmness, perspiration sensitivity, and allergies. The right pillow keeps your spine in a straight line and prevents neck and back pain.

What is the best pillow for side sleepers?

Side sleepers benefit from a firm and higher pillow that fills the space between the head and mattress well. Memory foam pillows or adjustable pillows are often ideal for this.

How does my mattress affect the choice of a pillow?

On a soft mattress, you sink deeper, so a thinner pillow is often better. With a firm mattress, your body stays higher, which calls for a thicker pillow for optimal support.

Which filling is most suitable for a pillow?

Memory foam molds to your body and provides good support. Down and feathers are moldable but less suitable for allergies. Synthetic fillings are hygienic and easy to wash, but less shape-retentive.

When should I replace my pillow?

It is recommended to replace your pillow every 3 to 4 years. Even with a washable cover, bacteria and dust mites can accumulate in the pillow itself.
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