Can't Find The Right Pillow

Mintee on 13/08/2024 - 15:18
Last edited 14/08/2024 - 19:15 by 1 other user

Hi everyone, I’m reaching out for some advice on finding the right pillow.

I’m a side sleeper with broad shoulders, and I’ve been having a tough time finding a pillow that works for me. I need something high and firm to support my head and neck properly, but every pillow I’ve tried seems to go flat once I put weight on it.

I’ve experimented with both latex and memory foam pillows, but neither has been quite right. My current workaround is to use a hard pillow on the bottom and a softer one on top to get the height I need, but then this is slightly too high! I end up waking up with shoulder and neck pains. (Yes I have a new mattress)

Does anyone have recommendations for a pillow that might work better for my needs? I’m looking for something that maintains its firmness and height even with pressure. Any suggestions or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated! I think I've tried almost every pillow from Harris Scarfe

Thanks in advance!

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  Hybroid on 13/08/2024 - 15:30

  +2

  IKEA Klubbsporre is the most comfortable one I have used. It's memory foam but a firmer type that maintains shape and always bounces back. No issues side sleeping on it. The gel layer is a godsend in summer too.

  https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/klubbsporre-ergonomic-pillow-si…

  There's a matching pillowcase tailormade for them too.

  https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/toeckenfly-pillowcase-for-ergon…

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    KaTst3R on 13/08/2024 - 22:12

    +1

    Klubbsporre is great. I cant use any other pillow now.

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    koplik8 on 15/08/2024 - 14:23

    +1

    I second that. Someone on here suggested that pillow to me. It stopped my sore neck problems. I'm a side sleeper. I also bought this one as sometimes it's a bit cooler to sleep on:
    https://www.ikea.com/au/en/p/kvarnven-ergonomic-pillow-side-…

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    garworsby on 04/12/2024 - 14:50

    I'm skeptical about that pillowcase fitting… The pillowcase says it's 29x43cm but the pillow says it's 41x70cm. It just seems like there's surely no way that's right…?

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      Hybroid on 04/12/2024 - 15:10

      +1

      The pillowcase does indeed fit and stretches over the Klubbsporre pillow just like the pictures shown.

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        garworsby on 04/12/2024 - 15:51

        Thanks, much appreciated. I will get the two then.

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  mrdean on 13/08/2024 - 16:03

  Maybe try an adjustable contour pillow, like these:

  https://www.postureformpillows.com.au/

  You could even email them, tell them your situation & see what they recommend.

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    dtc on 13/08/2024 - 17:01

    I'm a side sleeper and like to think I have broad shoulders (normal wetsuits dont fit me across the shoulders so thats my marker…) and I use one of these pillows (or something very similar). You can use the 'fat' side for more height

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  GlenT on 13/08/2024 - 16:11

  +2

  Try a Buckwheat pillow - they mould to the shape of your head and neck. Since first trying one, I've never gone back and even take mine on holiday with me.

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    Shadowsfury on 13/08/2024 - 16:50

    +1 I have the bigger version of this one
    https://www.amazon.com.au/Sobakawa-Traditional-Buckwheat-Upd…

    I wish the pillow case was a little bit smaller (so that the husks are a bit more compressed) but otherwise its been good

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    Mintee on 14/08/2024 - 08:11

    -1

    Sorry this is going to sound a little naive, but how does this actually feel? Can you feel the graininess?

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      try2bhelpful on 14/08/2024 - 10:06

      -1

      Depends on if you are a princess.

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        fredblogs on 14/08/2024 - 18:23

        try harder

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          try2bhelpful on 14/08/2024 - 19:03

          +1

          @fredblogs: I’m alluding to the princess and the pea fable.

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            EightImmortals on 15/08/2024 - 10:10

            @try2bhelpful: Does the pea cost extra?

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              try2bhelpful on 15/08/2024 - 11:52

              @EightImmortals: Given my experience with some hotels they left the whole plant in the mattress. Mind you it was included in the price.

              As long as it is pea and not pee.

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  EightImmortals on 13/08/2024 - 16:39

  I had to use 3 for a while there but back to 2 now. I just kept experimenting until I found the right combo. Good luck. :)

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  baldur on 13/08/2024 - 17:28

  I am also in need of a pillow and a side sleeper. I have got some military neck syndrome. should I get a visco pillow something like these?

  https://doability.com.au/icare-visco-classic-pillow/

  https://www.makinmattresses.com.au/product/latex-and-visco-p…

  https://ilsau.com.au/product/i-care-classic-memory-foam-gel-…

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  blonky on 13/08/2024 - 18:04

  Shredded memory foam @ Ikea

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  miwahni on 13/08/2024 - 21:29

  I found the most comfortable pillow for me was the Koala pillow. It has both a softer and a firmer side, and offers a 120 day trial so if it doesn't work out for you, you can send it back. Also currently on sale as part of their Afterpay day sale.
  I loved mine so much I bought some as gifts for family that Christmas.

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    AustriaBargain on 13/08/2024 - 23:41

    $155 for a single pullow, r u 4real

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  brendanm on 14/08/2024 - 07:53

  -2

  Click post, see username. Click back button.

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  diesektor on 22/08/2024 - 14:43

  Hey. Interestingly going through the experience myself. After lots of research I decided a firm high profile Talalay latex pillow should do it.

  Anyway, so I purchased the Dunlopillo firm high profile luxurious latex one. Turns out my shoulders aren't as broad as initially thought and now I have a $100+ pillow that is too high for me. Might work for you though if you actually do have said shoulders (that I don't).

  I'm considering either the medium feel high profile version of this pillow (which feels like it sinks enough to line things up better), the Ecosa pillow or the Koala one someone mentioned above.