Body Pillow

Long Body Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 6 Oct 2008 15:25:00 -0700

Why not totally relax your body in this full body pillow.
This 3m (10') long pillow contours around the body supporting the back and relieves pressure areas causing less need for tossing and turning. Ideal for either the bed or laying watching TV. Supplied with a removable white cover.

Carlyle Bed Linen

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 6 Oct 2008 15:19:00 -0700

A supremely high quality, 600 thread count Egyptian cotton sateen, Carlyle is made from incredibly fine yarns, so it feels exquisitely soft, drapes beautifully, and yet is still easy to launder. It is made exclusively for us in Italy, home of the world’s finest quality bed linen. Items have a striped sateen front and a plain sateen reverse. Fitted sheets are plain sateen. In white, smoke or NEW stone.

Portofino Bed Linen

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 6 Oct 2008 15:18:00 -0700

If you love high quality bed linen and stunning hand-drawn thread-work, this is the bed linen for you. Luxurious Portofino features one of the most exciting thread-work styles we’ve seen for ages. Made from an exquisitely high 500 thread count pure cotton, it’s super soft to the touch, with a very high quality matt-sateen weave that makes it feel beautifully smooth too. In white on white, or clay on white to co-ordinate perfectly with our Hempel mocha quilt, Aldwych dark taupe quilt and Aruba stone quilt.

Bolster Support Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 6 Oct 2008 15:15:00 -0700

The great thing about this pillow is its many uses. Use it on a double bed as a traditional bolster pillow so your head doesn’t end up in the dip between the two individual pillows. Use it as a support body cushion ideal for reducing pressure on bad backs or strains, and for extra support when pregnant. Or bend it to create a ‘V’ shape for support when sitting up in bed. 100% duck feather in a pure cotton casing, with quilted cotton pillow protector, removable for washing.

Contour Travel Pillow - Are Airline Pillows Sanitary?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:05:00 -0700

By Charles Harmon

Have you ever wondered about the airline pillow you're snuggling up to while in flight?

Who slept on it last? How many people have slept on it since the pillow case was changed?...or the pillow sanitized?

Did they have a cold, the flu...or something worse?

Many articles and blog entries have been written about the unsanitary pillow someone experienced while traveling and contracting things from head lice to the flu and worse. A contour travel pillow could be in your future, especially since some of the airlines no longer furnish in-flight pillows.

It's not my purpose to bash the airlines or to scare you, but I have heard it directly from a few airline stewards and stewardesses that they don't change the pillows or pillow cases unless it's requested by a passenger.

I don't know how that makes you feel, but it grosses me out. Not to mention that it obviously increases your chance of arriving on your vacation or business trip with a new case of the flu...or who knows what.

Since hearing that, I carry a contour travel pillow with me and it's been great.

Carrying your own contour travel pillow has many advantages over using a community pillow that's been around the world a few times without any attention from a cleaning crew. The advantages:

you won't have to wait for one to be brought to you
some airlines no longer carry pillows on board
you have it with you before and after the flight for use in cabs, buses, hotels, etc.
you control the frequency of changing pillow cases or cleaning the pillow
you know who slept on it last...you!

There are several types of travel pillows available from blow up pillows to buckwheat pillows to memory foam pillows.

My favorite pillow for travel is a contour travel pillow made from memory foam.

It has many advantages over the airline pillow besides the issues with cleanliness:

There is a soft, velour and micro-suede cover to keep your pillow clean
It's attached with velcro so you can roll the pillow into a very small size for easy tucking into a carry on or fastening around your luggage tote handle.
The removable cover can easily be washed, dried and fresh for the next day
The cover is anti-microbial and anti fungal
The contour shape of the pillow keeps your neck properly supported to eliminate neck aches
I can roll it up for a change of feel
It makes a great lumbar support while in flight
It's great for backpacking, camping, cruise ship, or any other time you need a pillow
The memory foam always comes back to it's shape no matter how it's crushed, folded or rolled

A better contour pillow will range in the $79.00 to $99.00 range but I feel it's one of the best investments I have made in my travel enjoyment.

Travel a Lot For Business? Don't Forget a Travel Pillow!

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:03:00 -0700

By Sherry L Harris

Business travelers that are on the road a lot should always carry their own travel pillow. A good travel pillow can serve many purposes. It can be a pillow, a neck pillow, a back pillow, something to keep the light out of your eyes, and much more.

It's also a good idea to have your own travel pillow for sanitary reasons. Airlines disinfect their pillows, but there is still a good chance that dust mites or other things could be living inside. I don't know about you, but that is gross to me. Yuck!

When you have your own cushion that is soft and clean and has not been used by a thousand other people that week, you will be much more relaxed. And, as an added bonus, you will sleep more soundly on your pillow.

When you are buying a travel pillow for yourself or a loved one look for a pillow that has a flexible stuffing, so that it can be reshaped and used as a neck pillow or padding, if need be. It should also have a removable cover that can be taken off and washed. A small pillow should be able to be wadded up and shoved into a pocket or purse because you might not always be able to get to your carry on bag easily to get your pillow.

If you are crafty you can make your travel pillow or make a pillow for someone you love. Choose a soft but easily washable fabric for the cover and put a zipper or a snap on it so you can take the cover off for cleaning. If you want to make the pillow more relaxing, put some fresh herbs like Lavender flowers or some Chamomile or Peppermint in a sachet and tuck that inside the pillow.

When the herbs get stale you can just take that sachet out and put in a new one. Be careful that the herbs you use are not too strong though or the rest of the other people on the plane might object to you using the pillow.

Along with your travel pillow you should also carry a travel blanket. A light travel blanket will make it easier to sleep on the plane and it will give you a little extra warmth on the airplane and in the hotel if you need it. A cashmere shawl or large scarf can do double duty as a light but warm travel blanket that you can easily carry with you.

So, next time you boss sends you off another trip across country, don't forget your handy dandy travel pillow. Here's to your rest, so you can have a great meeting.

Contour Travel Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 12:02:00 -0700

By Manuel Wiggins

Contour travel pillows are available for both adults and children. For adults they are available in two shapes.

The horseshoe shape that goes around the neck and supports the head while sleeping in flights. They are easily available and the most used type. They are made of polyester blend and are fiber filled. They cushion the neck and the head. They are covered with fleece or cotton and are resistant and durable. Most companies offer them as machine washable. Inflatable and non inflatable contour travel pillows are also available. They are easy to carry and can fit into the smallest of places.

The cost for the pillows range from $12-$15. There are many that are shaped flatter unlike the horseshoe shape. They support both the sides of the head. These can be used in planes, trains, buses and also in the back of the car.

For children, the contour travel pillows are smaller in shape and are designed to resemble various animals such as leopards, dogs, cats, lions, zebras and many other animals. They are made in the same way and care is taken so that they don't cause any allergy or rashes in children.

The wedge shaped pillow is also a contour travel pillow. It serves the same purpose and lets you travel in ease without a neck crick. It helps you to relax and you wake with more vigor and vitality.

The inflatable travel lumbar pillow provides comfort not only for your necks and head but also for lower backs and legs. It packs neatly and takes very little space. These pillows can be deflated with just a press of a button. Since it's so compact it can be easily packed away in the briefcase. It has a removable cover in polyester that can be easily machine washed.

The Pregnancy Body Pillow for Better Rest

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:56:00 -0700

By Joshua West

Pregnancy can make it extremely difficult for a woman to get a good night’s sleep, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Using a pregnancy body pillow can turn the tables and help you to finally get some well deserved rest. If nothing else, it makes an extremely good gift for an expecting mother. If you were stressed out, you’d want a good night’s sleep wouldn’t you?

A pregnancy body pillow may seem like a gimmick but it’s actually designed to relieve stress on the body. During the course of pregnancy, a woman’s growing stomach can put a lot of stress on her neck and back, so you can imagine how difficult it is to fall asleep when you can’t comfortable. This is where the pregnancy body pillow comes in as it’s designed to support the growing stomach and provide some well needed rest.

Being healthy during pregnancy is extremely important, so let’s discuss some facts that you should be aware of. The one thing you do not need to be when carrying a baby is stress. Hypertension can occur from long term stress under these conditions and one of the major causes is rolling around on your bed trying to get comfortable. So how do you fix this you say, you get something to support your body and you should know by now that that’s what a pregnancy body pillow is designed for.

Before you dive into your wallet and plan on purchasing a pregnancy body pillow for expecting mothers, let’s look at some things you need to know as well. The first thing you want to take into consideration is which type of pregnancy body pillow you need the most. The three most common types consist of the wedged, bean-shaped, and full-length and they’re all responsible for supporting different areas. The wedged and bean-shaped pillows are great for supporting the neck and knees while the full-length version takes the whole body into consideration providing comfort for the growing stomach.

If you plan on buying a gift for a close friend who’s expecting a child, you may have found one of the best gifts possible. Being able to get comfortable when there’s a lot of stress on your body is something that seems nearly impossible, but it can be achieved with a pregnancy body pillow. However, be wary or prices and shop and compare to save yourself some money and get the best deal possible.

Pregnancy Body Pillow – The Perfect Maternity Gift For Your Pregnant Partner

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:53:00 -0700

By Anupriya Jain

Wish I could get some sleep, is every pregnant woman’s most apparent desire, especially during the later stages of her week by week pregnancy. The desire reaches the most desperate stages, if the lady is habitual of sleeping in a belly position. If you are thinking why, here is the answer.

Why Pregnancy Makes It Difficult To Sleep Comfortably?

Severe leg cramping is among the first reasons that make it difficult to get few hours of calm sleep. Leg cramps occur quite early in pregnancy and is usually due to hormonal changes propelled by conception.

Increased weight of body because of the baby inside is another prominent reason that makes sleep a daydream.

Undue pressure on joints, back and muscles further worsens the issue as pregnancy progresses.

Baby moves vigorously to ensure that you cannot forget him even for a few minutes, especially when you plan to sleep. At times it is annoying. Somehow, the little devil plans his moves just at the time when you think you can grab some sleep.

The belly size is increasing and the complications all add up to devoid you of every second of sound sleep possible.

Maternity Body Pillow Is Till Date the Best Solution

A pregnancy pillow might not be a complete solution to all the mentioned sleep related miseries, but is certainly the closest answer to pregnancy sleep issues. A maternity pillow helps alleviate many of the previously mentioned problems and thereby renders soothing relief, all through the 40 weeks of your week-by-week pregnancy.

The body pressure points like back, etc. are directly looked after by a maternity body pillow. A maternity pillow further helps you lie down in a comfortable position. With pillows all around, it is simply easier to relax and have a few treasured moments of rest.

The pregnant woman, during week-by-week pregnancy, might try substituting regular pillows with pregnancy body pillow, but as a smart partner if you wish to reserve ample sleep space for yourself, put in every effort to persuade her to buy a pregnancy body pillow. The benefit is mutual. She gets some sleep and you get some sleeping space. If the idea is to judge how relaxed she is, get a maternity portrait made with a comfortable maternity pillow to support and see how charming her face appears.

When the baby arrives, take recourse to a breastfeeding pillow to make the nursing process easier on the mother.

Having Trouble Sleeping Because of Pregnancy? A Body Pillow Can Help, Seriously

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:51:00 -0700

By Sherry L Harris

Pregnant women often have trouble sleeping in the later stages of pregnancy because of the physical realities of pregnancy. You might get leg cramps or Restless Leg Syndrome or you might have trouble sleeping on your back or moving from side to side.

One way that you can deal with sleeplessness caused by physical problems related to pregnancy is to use a body pillow.

Body pillows are great for pregnant women because they support your body and give you the extra firmness that you need to be more comfortable. Plus, since body pillows are nice and long, you can wrap your arms and legs around the body pillow or use it between your knees to help stop leg cramps.

Body pillows also provide extra back support which is critically important when you are pregnant. The bigger the baby and you get the harder your back needs to work to compensate. Back pain in both the lower and upper back is one of the most common complaints among pregnant women.

As a mother of two, I can absolutely vouch for this fact.

Getting enough sleep can be a big problem during pregnancy because you need a lot more sleep so that your body can deal with the changes that pregnancy causes. Women that do not get enough sleep during pregnancy might have unnecessary complications during the birth. Not getting enough rest during pregnancy can also cause problems later on for both the mother and baby.

Body pillows come in hundreds of styles and sizes. Some are made specifically for pregnant women and have more support than traditional body pillows. Body pillows that are made specifically for pregnancy can also be used after pregnancy to help you position yourself and the baby properly for bottle or breast feeding.

Doctors often recommend body pillows that are made for pregnant women because they are so flexible and can be used in so many ways. Every woman will experience different types of discomfort during pregnancy but a high quality body pillow can help soothe almost any type of ache, strain, or discomfort so that you can sleep more soundly.

Sleep Well Using A Pregnancy Body Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 11:49:00 -0700

By Apurva Jain

A pregnancy body pillow is an ideal accessory to ensure good refreshing sleep during the uncomfortable pregnancy period. As the pregnancy progresses it becomes increasingly difficult to sleep at nights and the pregnancy back pain is a factor to contend with.

The most popular gift for an expectant mother is a pregnancy pillow. A pregnancy body pillow is U shaped and can be split into three parts. It has an arched portion and two bolsters that are usually made of hypo allergenic polyfill and a cotton cover. Some of these pillows may have a water-proof seal making them even more manageable as only the cover needs to be changed and washed at regular intervals. The pillows are dust free and safe to use without worrying.

Most of the times pregnancy complications such as lower back pain can result in the women tossing and turning all night long, resulting in fitful and disturbed sleep which can make the pregnancy uncomfortable. However with a pregnancy body pillow they can sleep well all night long! No more stiff necks or hurting backs as the pillow is designed to ensure they are well supported and relaxed.

The pregnancy pillow can be used as a single u shaped unit to help rest your entire body or can be conveniently split and used as per the needs of the pregnant woman. Thus the advantages of a splitting pillow are many.

Maintaining A Pregnancy Body Pillow

One of the most appreciated accessories during pregnancy is a pregnancy body pillow. It is inexpensive, makes sleeping extremely comfortable and is easy to maintain. The pillows are usually machine washable and if a good brand is selected, it remains comfortable and cozy even after a wash without forming clumps and losing its purpose of providing comfort.

A pregnancy pillow can be extremely useful after pregnancy too! It can be used as a nursing pillow too! It provides the support and comfort necessary to prevent back pain as well as reduces the strain on the arms while feeding the baby. It is useful for both breastfeeding as well as bottle feeding. It ensures that the correct posture is maintained and that the health of the mother is not taxed. Some mothers even find a use for the pillow when the toddler starts to sit, cushioning it from a fall.

The third trimester is usually a tough period and if are a first time mom-to-be, it will be much easier if you opt for an appropriate body pillow during pregnancy. If you seek a solution to ease your discomfort, it will be possible to enjoy the unique experience of pregnancy. Good refreshing sleep is absolutely essential to ensure that the expectant mother is relaxed and stress free and a well chosen and comfortable body pillow can be a welcome relief.

It can be a perfect gift to give to your loved ones who are pregnant and as it is extremely useful in relieving back pain, mothers may find a use for it after child birth too. A pregnancy body pillow is thus a must have accessory during pregnancy.

The Essential And Useful Maternity Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:25:00 -0700

By Apurva Jain

Maternity pillow is an extremely useful item that can be given as a gift to an expectant mother. As the pregnancy period progresses, it becomes increasingly difficult for the mom-to-be to get a good night’s sleep. This is because of her growing belly which causes her neck and back to strain as she tries to sleep.

Health during pregnancy is of tremendous importance and good sleep can ensure that a pregnant woman stays healthy. If sleep is fitful and she tosses and turns all night long trying to find a comfortable sleeping position, it may cause stress that has to be avoided at all costs. If the expectant mother is stressed out and irritable, she may develop complications that may not be welcome, such as hypertension. A panacea to such pregnancy symptoms is the maternity pillow or a maternity body pillow.

Types Of Maternity Pillows

Maternity pillows come in such assortments that people may wonder which to select. There are full-length body pillows, bean shaped pillows, wedge pillows and simple maternity pillows. The full-length body pillows are easily available at all leading stores and are ideal for those who suffer from back and neck strains. They are usually about 5 feet long and relax the back, neck and abdomen of the expectant mother. Bean shaped pillows provide comfort to the mother by taking the strain off her stomach and knees. Wedge pillows support the protruding tummy and help the pregnant women relax and fall asleep. Simple maternity pillows are designed to bring blissful sleep as the woman can sleep between two supporting pillows that relax her tummy and her lower back and help prevent pregnancy complications such as lower back pain.

The main advantage of these kinds of Wedge pillows is that they can be useful after delivery too. They can be used as nursing pillows, and later are useful in preventing toddlers from falling when they are trying to sit up by themselves.

These pillows can be given as a maternity gift that is sure to be appreciated as they offer such a degree of comfort. They are not very expensive and can be purchased online too. Most of the pillows are machine washable with removable and washable covers. They usually have hypo allergenic fillings that are dust and mite free. If a good quality pillow is purchased from a reputed store you may not harbor any fears about it becoming clumpy after a wash.

A healthy pregnant woman may appreciate a simple maternity pillow, those who suffer from back pain may love a full-length body pillow and those who are uncomfortable trying to find the right place to rest their tummy may appreciate a bean-shaded pillow. These pillows are must have necessities during pregnancy.

Buy these pillows after you have compared prices, features and the benefits that they offer to the users. Do not compromise on quality as an expectant mother has to be made as comfortable as possible. It can be a great relief to be able to sleep soundly with the aid of a well designed and comfortable maternity pillow.

Looking For the Best Pregnancy Pillow?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:24:00 -0700

By Sai Vallejos

With all the different types of pregnancy pillows in the market today, it is hard to choose. To help you out in your choice, we have taken time to research, test and review all the various types and designs of the pregnancy pillow for you.

Without further adieu here are what we would say are the BEST pregnancy pillow in the market:

BOPPY PREGNANCY PILLOW

The Cuddle Pregnancy Pillow by Boppy is shaped like a big bean. The purpose of this design is fit the woman's sleeping position as it is recommended that she sleep on her. This uniquely-shaped pillow supports just under the belly but not so much support for the head / neck. You use different supplementary pillows for that. The cover is also removable and washable and also has a lavish 360-thread count cotton makes for easy washing.

This is basically a comfortable pillow for you to hug or put between your legs as you sleep. Why not just use a normal pillow for that? Well, this is more comfortable.

Pregnancy Pillow Guide Rating: 9/10

SNOOGLE PREGNANCY PILLOW

For our reviews, we basically have a mental checklist to follow. This pillow covers all the basic checklists: the cover is removable for you machine wash - check. It is made of one hundred percent polyester fiberfill for easy washing - check. It provides great support for back and belly during pregnancy - check. It elevates body is into a comfortable nursing / semi-fetal position as recommended by professionals - check.

The Snoogle is a full-body pillow that is specially engineered to follow the natural contours of the woman's body. The horse shaped upper portion is for head and neck support. The long middle portion supports your back and tummy. And, the slightly curved end fits between your knees to and legs.

So essentially, it is like having three pillows in one. Some might prefer three separate pillows, but more times than not, this does the job well.

In addition it can be used to cushion your baby as you breast feed, too.

Rating: 9.5/10

LEACHO BACK AND BELLY PREGNANCY PILLOW

This could be called a "high risk-high reward" pillow. Most users either love it and recommend it as the best or they hate it as its too big or too hot and so on.

If your the type of person who prefers having a lot of pillows when sleeping. Then this is for you.

Rating: 8/10

I hope this helps you in your search for the best pregnancy pillow. This is an unbiased and admittedly unscientific review but, as you know, consumers don't use science as a to decide what they want to buy. Ultimately, the choice is yours of which pregnancy pillow is best as some people prefer on over the other. However, these two are probably your best bet when it comes to picking the best pregnancy pillow for you.

The Pregnancy Body Pillow for Better Rest

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:21:00 -0700

By Joshua West

Pregnancy Body Pillow – The Perfect Maternity Gift For Your Pregnant Partner

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:20:00 -0700

By Anupriya Jain

Why Pregnancy Makes It Difficult To Sleep Comfortably?

Increased weight of body because of the baby inside is another prominent reason that makes sleep a daydream.

Undue pressure on joints, back and muscles further worsens the issue as pregnancy progresses.

The belly size is increasing and the complications all add up to devoid you of every second of sound sleep possible.

Maternity Body Pillow Is Till Date the Best Solution

When the baby arrives, take recourse to a breastfeeding pillow to make the nursing process easier on the mother.

Sleep Well Using A Pregnancy Body Pillow

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:19:00 -0700

By Apurva Jain

Maintaining A Pregnancy Body Pillow