Will the firmness of this pillow hurt my ear when I sleep on my side? I have to sleep on my side, but waking up with a sore ear is a deal breaker.
1749914
I also sleep on my side but have used this pillow only 5 or 6 times. So far it has been fine... no problem with my ear. Hope that helps.
1749915
No it's really comfy I would first put the cover on if you like it than use it but I don't cause I have a seized vertebrae in my neck and it works better for me without the cover and the pillow is heavenly lol
1749916
I have not experienced this at all and I have gauged plugs in each ear as well as both traguses pierced with small hoops.
1749917
I have no problem with sleeping with my ear into the pillow--you can make a pocket with your fist and then position your ear over the pocket. Once settled in I do not have a problem. Be aware the pillow is not soft but it gives great support when positioned to your comfort.
1749918
No, I wouldn't think it would bother your ears. This pillow is a bit firmer with the cover on . Its loser/softer without the cover(my preference) even with the cover it will stretch and losen with use. Also, I use a jersey jam pillow case that stretches making it even softer.I think this pillow will be perfect for your sensitive ears.
1749919
My experience is yes his could cause a sore ear. This pillow is very hard with no give.
1749920
If you don't tend to move much at all during the night any pillow tends to hurt. When this is still new and too firm it might. I rarely hurt with this pillow. But I've hurt with all kinds if I don't move much one night. I also am a side sleeper. I do move back and forth through the night. So ear pain is not as common to me.
3209
Yes, it IS hard, but eventually it softens up a bit. It is still firm, but after a week or so of sleeping on it, I love it to death. Since I sleep on my stomach mostly, I end up hugging the pillow to me so I am not just resting my head on the edge of it... when I am on my side, I also end up at the edge of it. Like Another reviewer said, I wish it were a little longer. Body-sized pillow? I would definitely buy it!
1007299
Nope--the idea is that, when sleeping on your side, your head isn't actually in the indentation--it's resting on one of the raised sides. That way, the pillow height is appropriate for side-sleeping (as opposed to sleeping on your back, when you need less pillow height).
410612
As long as you get used to the crunching sound it makes whenever you move, it works for everyone. And really, once you make a 'groove' for your neck and get settled, there's no more noise. Granted, it's not as squishy as a regular pillow, but I sleep on my side, stomach and back and it works great. I regularly sleep on my side w/ me head on my arm, and this is probably as soft as my arm (and if I lay on this instead, my arm doesn't fall asleep). DH has had neck problems forever - we even make room in the suitcase for this thing - it's the best way to sleep.
1796678
I don't know if this will improve or worsen your specific situation, but I bought the gentle support model and it was plenty firm. It did take me several days to get used to the side sleepimg parts of the pillow, but I've tried going back to other pillows I have and wind up with neck pain again, so I have found this product very helpful for me.
2031859
I actually purchased mine because of the reviews relating to the softness. Mine; however is incredibly firm. We cannot sleep on it. Moved it to the guest room and the guests complain that it is too firm. Our personal experience is that it caused more pain, mostly in the hips.
1805359
I put the straps over my ears, which has the side benefit of quieting sound that your ears would otherwise capture. I normally sleep on my side and find that it works fine, but it probably depends on what sort of pillow arrangement you use.
2003715
I sleep on my side as well. I have had my pillow now for several months. It works wonderfullly. I use any type of pillow case. Cotton breathes the best and is soft on your skin however you can use any pillowcase you like. I got the standard /queen size. It is more standard than queen. if you like a larger pillow you can use the king but i have found this size to be perfectly sized for side sleeping. hope this helps
1420235
Well its very pluffy, so you wont feel it at all. And its made out of cloth so it doesnt make any sound when you move your head around pillow. But there is one thing that I need to mention here. So both ends are held together with a cloth zippy thing, which is kinda bumpy. That might discomfort you, until you get used to it.
1229253
I'm a side sleeper and I am very comfortable on my Serta Perfect. I do use a very firm pillow, which helps sleeping on my side. This is a excellent mattress and provides great support.
1733808
I don't recommend sleeping this way with this sort of pillow. I used to sleep like that until I started sleeping with buckwheat pillows. Once you get used to them they support you enough that you don't need to sleep like that.
1496524
As a side sleeper I can say that while it is firm it contours to you so you get even support. Your shoulder and hip will sink in to it so your back actually ends up in a good position despite the fact that it feels firm. It also softens up a bit where you sleep over the first month or so but not so much that it is a valley or anything. I would actually recommend it for a side sleeper.
740059
It does for me. Also, gives good support if you are a side sleeper. I use it full size. Did not remove one of the sections. Takes a day or two to get use to compared to other types of pillows. I am so glad I got it.
135450
this pillow is for any type of sleepers, I own four of these , I gave my grandson one & he took it to college, I also got him another one for his bed ,when he comes home to visit during break time. I bend this pillow any way, I'm a side sleeper. I had surgery some months ago and I was able to bend it for my comfort at the time. I love it!
857734
My husband uses the buckwheat pillow and says that there is no noise in your ear when you sleep on your side. And . . . the comfort of the pillow is outstanding.
2215594
Absolutely!! At least I do. I have back issues, so when I sleep on my stomach it's bad news, so I sleep on my side all the time!! They are so soft, and fit all the way inside your ear, they don't interfere with whatever way you sleep.
1716454
I do lay on my side on the pillow However, that sort of defeats all the purposes and I try not to. It was difficult at first but now I usually stay on my back all night long and I am sleeping much more soundly than I was before I got the pillow. I love it.