Did you stop and make an informed decision when buying a new mattress? Or perhaps you bought the right mattress but still feel like something is missing?
A common mistake that we make when trying to improve our sleeping experience, is forgetting to pay enough attention to whether our pillow matches our sleeping position or not as well as our mattress type.
No matter how good, luxurious, and healthy your pillow might be, choosing a pillow that goes well with your mattress is just as important as having the perfect mattress.
What are Your New Mattress Needs?
It is well known that everybody has a different body type and therefore different sleeping needs and preferences. But it is also true that your own body also changes over time. So, it might be that the mattress that was very comfortable for you five years ago, is not so comfortable for your body’s current needs. And, for this you need to take into consideration factors like weight gain, weight loss, pain or even just preference for a different sleeping position.
The only way to discover what your new needs are is to try other different mattresses and see what feels more comfortable.
Pairing the right pillow to the hardness of your preferred mattress
The first step is to identify the sleeping position you adopt the most. The way you sleep already says a lot about your needs as well as what type of mattress will be more comfortable for you.
Usually, the heavier or larger you are, the firmer the mattress should be. So, even though side sleepers prefer a softer mattress for example, if the person is very heavy, they might opt for a mattress that is firmer.
While discovering what mattress is the most comfortable for you, we will go into the types of pillows that pair the best with your sleeping position. With this said, have a look into the following sleeping positions and consider the recommendations for the one(s) you identify yourself the most.
Side Sleeper
- Mattress: Medium-soft or Soft
- Pillow: Medium-Firm and tall
The most comfortable pillow for side sleepers is a medium-firm or firm pillow which is also tall enough to keep your shoulders aligned with your ears. A side sleeper pillow is characterized by being firm and dense providing neck support and body alignment.
However, if you still prefer to sleep on a firm mattress, keep in mind that your pillow should be high. In this way, there will be distance between your ear and outside shoulder. Another method to see if you have the right pillow height and shape is to see if you are able to breathe easily. The perfect pillow improve your breathing .
Vita Talalay offers a numerous amount of options when it comes to pillow consistencies and sizes. In addition, the pillows are also breathable, dust-mite free and regulate your body temperature.
Lying on Your Stomach
- Mattress: Medium-Firm or Firm
- Pillow: Soft-Medium and thin
Stomach sleepers usually benefit more from a medium-firm mattress which ensures that they receive the cushioning they need without sinking too much. Using a thin pillow will reduce the stress on your neck.
Sleeping on your stomach is good for your digestion and can be beneficial for snoring or sleep apnea.
However, stomach sleepers should be careful both neck and back pain. This position adds stress to your muscles and joints. In consequence, you will find yourself often waking up tired.
Back Sleeper
- Mattress: Firm or Medium-Firm
- Pillow: Medium-firm and Medium-thin
A lightweight person might prefer a softer mattress but heavier individuals tend to go for a firmer mattress. Firmer mattresses are better for back sleepers because they provide a more stable and even surface. If you're a back sleeper, you'll likely do well with a medium-loft pillow to keep your neck and shoulders from tilting up or down.
Some back sleepers find it relieving to place a pillow under their knees to maintain the natural curves of the spine.
Fetal Position
- Mattress: Soft
- Pillow: Medium and Tall
This is a similar position to the side sleeper. The difference is that you bring your knees closer to your chest, curving your body more.
Some people who sleep in this position prefer to use a pillow between their legs, which is also the case sometimes with side sleepers. This provides support to straighten the spine and ease pressure on the knees and hips.
Think about the material
After understanding what mattress and pillow are best for you according to your sleeping position, you need to think about what type of material your mattress should have.
Sleeping on the wrong mattress/ pillow material can cause you to wake up with aches and pains and to have a poor sleep quality. It can also affect your mood, immune system and even develop breathing issues.
Latex mattresses and pillows provide optimal support. The Vita Talalay Latex is designed in a way that creates support and pressure relief at the same time. It controls your body temperature, allowing you to sleep peacefully a whole night straight and is highly durable. To learn more about the benefits of Vita Talalay Latex, read this article.
