How to Sleep Better, For Different Sleepers and Positions
What Every Type of Sleeper Needs For a Better Night's Rest
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In an ideal world, every night's sleep would be deep, dream-filled, and restorative. In real life, that doesn't always happen. Scratchy sheets, lumpy pillows, overly hot comforters, and a host of other annoyances can seemingly conspire to rob you of your precious slumber. (Not to mention pets who just looooove to crawl all over your body at 3 a.m.)
The good news: while you can't control what Fluffy and Fido do, you can change those other variables. By adding, say, high-quality sheets or a pillow designed to support your sleep position, you'll be able to create a bedroom environment that encourages rest. And since Bed Bath & Beyond has pretty much anything you could need for your bedroom (it's, uh, in the name!) it's a one-stop, no-hassle way to create your ideal sleep setup. Better still, during the Your Best Sleep event, you can save up to 30 percent — but only from March 6 to March 12, so don't snooze on this one.
Ahead, our picks for what every type of sleeper needs for a better night's rest.
For Back and Side Sleepers
Indulgence by Isotonic Down Alternative Pillow ($35) is a medium-support pillow that's ideal for back and side sleepers. It's also a good choice if you're allergic to down, since the polyester fill won't trigger allergies.
For Stomach Sleepers
First things first: An 825-thread count pillow exists. Can you even? Sure you can, and the Wamsutta Dream Zone 825-Thread-Count King Pillow ($35) is just as luxurious as it sounds. The super-plush pillow provides firm support that suits all sleep positions, but it has enough fluff factor to make you feel like you're sleeping on a marshmallow cloud.
For Relaxation
Calming scents such as lavender can serve as a cue for your body to slow down. This stylish Ceramic Essential Oil Diffuser Spa Fragrance Collection ($45) provides up to eight hours of cool, scented mist to help you drift off to dreamland.
For Back-Pain Relief
Sore shoulders and neck from all-day screen time? Get extra support with this Simply Essential Adjustable Memory Foam Standard/Queen Bed Pillow ($15). It provides firm support to encourage proper alignment of your head, neck, and spine — which can help you sleep even better as your body releases tension.
For a Just-Right Temperature
Can you keep a secret? Wool comforters regulate temperature, so they're the absolute best if you always sleep too hot or too cold. If you're a hot sleeper, this material will make you warm — but never, ever sweaty. (Likewise, if you get cold at night, wool will keep you toasty.) This Natural Home Australian Wool Twin Comforter ($115) has 100 percent wool fill and a combed cotton exterior, and while it seems impossible that one comforter would work for all four seasons, this one does.
For Lower-Back Pain
If side sleeping is starting to hurt your lower back, try wedging a Sleep Philosophy Memory Foam Knee Pillow ($22) between your knees. Doing so elevates your top leg to better support it while reducing pressure on your spine so you can dream without aching.
For Those With Threadbare Sheets
If your sheets are worn beyond repair, remember: stellar sheets lead to sweeter sleeps. Egyptian cotton is famous for its high quality, and once you touch the fabric of this Nestwell Egyptian Cotton Sateen 625-Thread-Count Queen Sheet Set ($160), you'll know why. The woven sateen feels so soft — we're talking five-star-resort-sheets smooth — and gets even softer over time.
For Hot Sleepers
Oh, and to protect your comforter while also giving your bedroom a decor refresh, the Nestwell Washed Linen Cotton 3-Piece King Duvet Cover Set ($97, originally $130) is a very wise investment. The linen-cotton fabric is OEKO-TEX certified, and it's nice and light for those who sleep hot.
For Light Sleepers
To really and truly tune the world out as you sleep, slip this Therapedic Weighted Eye Mask ($15) on as you slip into bed. Similar to a weighted blanket, it rests on your closed eyelids — aah, instant comfort and near-instant ZZZs.
For Too-Firm Mattresses
If you bought your mattress on the internet and it turns out to be too firm, save yourself the hassle and expense of sending it back. Instead, pop this Therapedic Waterproof Cotton Mattress Pad ($80–$110) on top for extra cushioning. Voila: a softer, more comfortable sleep.
