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Ariadne Thu 29-Sept-11 17:02:33

I swear by my memory foam pillow! You think it's going to feel like a brick but it is so comfortable.

Jacey Thu 29-Sept-11 12:48:54

memory foam ...pillows/mattress toppers ... do they retain heat/moisture when it is hot?
I need to replace my pillows ...and can't use feathers/down due to allergies ...so had been wondering about memory foam, but concerned about heat retention?

nanapug Wed 28-Sept-11 18:50:45

I always loved a soft malleable pillow until I tried an Ikea ergonomic memory foam type pillow, and now wouldn't change it for the world. My neck is no longer uncomfortable in the morning and I am sleeping so much better. Never thought I would change but am a real born again ergonomic pillow convert!!!

Baggy Sat 23-Jul-11 06:25:36

The pillow I use when I'm lying on my back is feather-filled so that my head can sink into it. In effect, it's very shallow when my head is on it. The pillow I use when I'm lying on my side is filled with wool and is firmer so that my spine stays straight at the neck. The wool is rolled (by machine) into very small balls and because it's easy to handle and the pillow has a zip, you can adjust the filling to your exact requirements.

Faye Sat 23-Jul-11 04:37:10

Shysal, I love latex pillows too. I even put mine in my suitcase and take it with me when I visit my children. I can't sleep without it, they really do support my neck.

Jenjax Fri 22-Jul-11 17:12:59

Anybody using a Chillow? I'd be interested to hear what they think about it?

shysal Fri 22-Jul-11 09:31:12

I have not tried memory foam in pillows, but in my mattress topper it is wonderful! I used to wake early with sore hips, and could never lie in because it was too uncomfortable on my medium support mattress. Not that I lie in these days either, but I have a lovely layer to sink into without losing the support, which is bliss! smile

Hattie64 Wed 20-Jul-11 20:35:01

Are the memory foam pillows quite hard? I do rather like something soft, and not really too firm.

shysal Wed 20-Jul-11 17:19:40

I use Dunlopillo latex pillows. They always retain their shape and never need plumping..Good neck support too.

susiecb Wed 20-Jul-11 09:43:47

I love my memory foam pillow from John Lewis - have had it for some time now and still good. It was £30 and got rid of my morning neck achesmile

lucid Tue 19-Jul-11 20:51:06

Hi Hattie.....my lovely feather pillow came from Ikea. I bought it because they have different amounts of filling to choose from and I like a very fluffy but supportive pillow. I've had it a couple of years now and it is still like new. Can't remember how much I paid but it wasn't expensive for a feather pillow. Hope you find what you're looking for....smile

Hattie64 Tue 19-Jul-11 20:36:51

I am extremely fussy about my pillows, the two I have are getting on a bit and need to be binned. I have had a look at M & S pillows, and read the reviews, most of which are non too good. Also had a look at the John Lewis ones as well. I do prefer feathers/down etc, but there are so many to chose from. Prices vary as well, from £20 upto £150. Any suggestions?