SidePillow Blog
Why do pillows turn yellow (and is that bad)?
Why do pillows turn yellow? Moisture, skin oil, and light will eventually stain any pillow. When it's harmless, what you can wash, and when to say goodbye.
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Bringing your own pillow on vacation: crazy idea or smart move?
Trouble sleeping in hotel beds? Discover why taking your own pillow on vacation often makes all the difference, and when it's better to leave it at home.
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Does a pillow have a top and bottom?
Is your pillow positioned correctly? Whether a pillow has a top and bottom side depends on the model. Here's how to tell, so you'll always lie comfortably.
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Phone in bed: what all that scrolling does to your sleep
Just a quick scroll always takes longer than planned. Discover what your phone does to your sleep in bed and how to break the habit without being too strict.
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Why does a new pillow smell (and how do you air it out)?
A new pillow often has a typical new smell. Where it comes from, why it's harmless, and how to air out a new pillow in 2 to 3 days.
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Sleeping on your left or right side: does it matter?
Almost everyone has a preferred side of the bed. Does sleeping on the left or right matter for your comfort, and why do you always lie on the same side?
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What time should I go to bed? Simple calculation
What time should you go to bed to wake up refreshed? Count back from your wake-up time with this simple formula and bedtime table per wake-up time.
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How much sleep do you need? The honest calculation
Is 8 hours of sleep really for everyone? Discover how much sleep you need, how to find your own number, and why quality counts just as much as hours.
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Does your mattress affect your pillow height?
Yes: the deeper your shoulder sinks into the mattress, the lower your pillow can be. That's how the interaction between mattress and pillow height works, with a simple check.
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