Mattress comfort
How much sleep do you need and what if you don’t get enough?
Have you ever wondered how much sleep you need? And what happens if you don’t get enough? Here we look at how poor sleep affects your health. Be prepared to be surprised! How much sleep do you need? This is a common question and unfortunately, there is no specific answer because the amount we need…
Read MoreWhy do we dream?
Dreams are something we’ve all experienced, but have you ever wondered why we dream? What are dreams? Quite simply, dreams are stories or images that our brain creates while we are asleep. These stories can range from pleasant and entertaining, to strange and even frightening. Scientists still don’t fully understand dreams — why we dream,…
Read MoreIs pain keeping you awake? How to sleep with pain
Trying to sleep with pain can be frustrating and difficult, especially if your pain is ongoing or severe. Types of pain Pain can be caused by a number of things, but it’s usually categorised as being acute or chronic. Acute pain usually comes on suddenly and is caused by something specific. It lasts less than…
Read MoreHow to get the best winter sleep for you and your family
With the weather turning cooler, it’s time to think about how to get a good night’s sleep during winter. Your winter sleep changes While cooler months might make it more appealing to head for your bed and snuggle under the covers, for some people sleeping well in winter can be tricky. One reason…
Read MoreHow Often Should You Replace a Mattress?
Regularly replacing your mattress is essential for your health and wellbeing. After all, how can you expect to get a good night’s sleep on an old bed that offers little support? Knowing when to replace your mattress isn’t obvious, though. (It’s not like they have expiry labels). So, to help you work out whether you…
Read MoreBenefits of a Waterproof Mattress for Seniors
As we age, changes to our bodies mean we can experience issues such as incontinence and bedwetting. This can be a frustrating and embarrassing problem for many seniors. Thankfully, a waterproof mattress can make dealing with these issues easier and less stressful. Easier Clean-Ups Cleaning a soiled mattress is difficult at the best of times.…
Read MoreToilet Training and Protecting Your Child’s Mattress
Toilet training can be a tricky stage for many parents. You want your child to feel confident going to bed without a nappy, but you also want to avoid cleaning up night-time accidents or changing multiple layers of bedding in the middle of the night. As every parent knows, urine isn’t the only thing that…
Read MoreSoft, medium, or firm mattress comfort
Soft, medium or hard? Which is ‘just right’? No, we’re not talking about boiled eggs or brands of cereal. We’re talking about beds. Well, mattresses actually, and mattress comfort to be precise. These are the terms used to describe mattress comfort. The ‘hardness’ or firmness of mattresses range from soft to firm. The softness, medium(ness)…
Read MoreBeds for Special Needs that can Take a Bounce
There’s nothing quite like the relief of getting into bed at the end of a long day. Most people can relate to that wonderful moment of rest. But for special needs kids, bedtime can be more complex. Getting into bed – and staying there peacefully – can be a real challenge, depending on each child’s…
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