As adults, we spend a good 1/3 of our time resting and for the kiddos, depending on their age, it ranges from anything between 10 - 14 hours per day. It is common knowledge that the quality of pillows is directly related to the quality of sleep. So what constitutes as a good pillow?
To me, it's comfort, support and material. We were blessed with a Sofzsleep Junior pillow to review recently and here's our take.
:: Comfort
I was quite surprised to discover that Sofzsleep pillows has a 'natural bamboo cover' and this gives the pillow a satiny smooth feel. That's especially important for younger children and infants where their skin is very delicate. For Dumpling, this is clearly a winner as she is highly sensitive to texture where I still need to snip off clothes labels till now! However, with the Sofzsleep pillow, I have no such issues.
:: Support
I suffer from insomnia so personally I place quite a strong emphasis in the firmness and support of the pillow. If I average 5 hours of sleep daily, I surely will make those hours count!
Now, for Dumpling, it's the same concern too. To me, this relates to the quality of sleep. If she doesn't get a good night's rest, I think she will find it a challenge to stay focused for almost 6 hours in primary school next year.
Sofzsleep pillow is firm yet comfortable. I nudged and pushed into it a few times and as you can see, it didn't 'sink' in. Instead, it adjusts itself where the latex material 'rises' up almost immediately when there is no pressure.
Most of us turn and move through the night as we go through the REM mode so what I noticed was that there was no concern or need to fluff up the pillow; the pillow 'adjusts' itself when Dumpling turns the other way.
With a natural contour in the Sofzsleep Junior Pillow, the shape supports the head and neck properly.
:: Material
I come from a family with strong allergy genes and in the bedroom, we have a purifier, diffuser and a dehumidifier. :p Being a sinus sufferer, this means that Dumpling has slightly more sensitive airways. Hence for me, features like 'Dust Mites Resistant" is another check on the box.
Dumpling has been using the pillow for a few weeks now and the shape of the pillow is retained and so far Dumpling has not complained of any neckache and in fact, she lugs the pillow from room to room as she goes about her activities. :)
I am pleased to share that I have not 1, but 2 of these Sofzsleep Junior Pillows (M Size) worth almost SGD120 for a giveaway!
(For SG residents only)
:: To enter:
- Entries that do not fulfil the requirements stated will be disqualified without notice.
- Winners will be notified by email, through the email address provided. Thereafter, we will require the winners' addresses for the pillows to be delivered to them by Sofzsleep.
- This giveaway is for Singapore residents only.
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make sure its dark in the room, save for a night light.
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Listen to Baroque period music b4 going to bed. khorleeling@gmail.com
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ReplyDeleteA cup of milk before sleep.
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A hot bath and hot milk. A relaxing read to my child.
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Diffuse Lavender in the room and run a warm bath will allow the child to sleep better.
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A dark room coupled with under blanket happy chit chat.
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A good pillow is important. With Lavender and Peace & Calming esential oils, my girl will sleep even better.
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Well ventilated room kept cool with ceiling fan helps my little one enjoy her sleep!
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DeleteA relatively dark room and bedroom routine! oliversmile(.)@gmail.com
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ReplyDeleteMy #2 cannot do without a bottle of warm milk before bedtime!
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A good massage so that the LO can relax and slp thru the night.
ReplyDeleteA cup of warm milk followed by quiet time helps our family rest well at night =)
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Cool room, support mattress and pillow. Quiet activities before bedtime to wind down active mind.
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my kids love a good storybook or two, milk and then a round of hugs, cuddles and kisses - to send them to dreamland peacefully.
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Routine - shower, milk, story time, cuddles, sleep!
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A dark room and aircon!
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Dark room, airco on, hide under the blankie :)
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Have a hot bath and listen to soothing music.
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The secret to a good night's sleep is a nice foot and body massage preferably done by your spouse :P
ReplyDeleteMichelle Ong, gohonglay@yahoo.com.sg
Wear loose pajamas and have comfortable pillows, bolster, bed, sheets and blankets.
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A good pillow as my kids have sensitive nose whom are allergy to dustmites.
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I find taking a warm shower before bedtime helpful.
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Listening to smoothing music
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Diffuse Lavender in the room and dim the light.
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Full stomach, air con and a nice and soft pillow
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A glass of warm milk before bedtime
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A warm shower before bed -meiyi (littledetour@hotmail.com)
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A good pillow n bed with clean dark room will help my princess sleep throughout
ReplyDeleteA prayer and a word of affirmation of love for my children, help they to have a peaceful sleep. :)
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