Author: Dr. Kasey Nichols

There are four sleeping positions: back, side, stomach, and a combination of the three. Each of these sleeping positions requires a pillow with unique characteristics to get proper spinal alignment and a restful night's sleep.  Stomach sleepers are prone to neck and lower back pain if they don’t use a mattress…

A comfortable sleeping bag is your best friend when spending the night outdoors. When staying in the wilderness, having one of the market’s best sleeping bags wrapped around you is comparable to sleeping on a comfortable mattress in your home — you can definitely tell the difference the next morning.…

“I’ll sleep when I’m dead” is a common saying that must have originated with someone who didn’t know the importance of sleep. Sleep is one of the foundational pillars of health along with diet and exercise. Essential components of sleep include a quality mattress, pillow, and bedding. But to truly…

Have you ever heard of a hybrid mattress? The word hybrid can conjure images of supernatural beings such as Klaus Mikaelson (from The Vampire Diaries) or Renesmee (from The Twilight Saga). And, like these fictional characters, a hybrid mattress combines the best aspects of two things — in the case…

Sleeping on the right mattress can mean the difference between just getting through the day tired and taking charge of each day, seizing opportunities. If you have an older mattress and can’t afford a new one right now, getting the best memory foam mattress topper you can lay your hands—or…

Few experiences are as satisfying as getting into a bed with a comfortable mattress and a warm electric blanket on a cold winter night. The best electric blankets allow you to remain warm even on the coldest of days, and they’re a perfect option for those who tend to feel…

When purchasing bedding for your new mattress, you are faced with many options. One of those options includes whether to go with a comforter or a duvet. A duvet may sound like bedding owned exclusively by the elite, but the reality of this item is much more straightforward. Many Americans…

Engaging in restorative sleep is, for many of us, one of the best ways to pass some time when traveling. While some factors that disrupt sleep while traveling are uncontrollable (such as crying babies), selecting the right travel pillow is definitely within your reach. Sleeping while sitting in a car or…

Side sleeping is the most common position for Americans to sleep in, which is why picking the right pillow for your sleeping position can make a large impact on your life. Anywhere from 55-74% of sleepers sleep on their side (studies differ in their estimations). But did you know that, depending…