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Side sleepers’ guide to the best pillow for neck & shoulder pain
Relieve your aches and pains by choosing the right pillow for side sleeping Nobody should go to sleep dreading waking up. But when you know the first thing you’ll have to do in the morning is roll your stiff neck and stretch open your hunched shoulders, listening to the pop and crackle of your joints and vertebrae like marbles in a dryer, its only natural to get a little anxious. That’s life for far too many side sleepers. And we won’t stand for it. Fortunately, it’s a simple fix for most cases, because you’re almost certainly sleeping on the wrong pillow for your sleep position. We’re going to teach you how to choose the right pillow for side sleeping. What you’ll learn Why side sleeping causes joint pain Whether you should try other sleep positions instead How to choose the best pillow for side sleeping The best materials for side sleeping pillows Our pro tips Summary Why does side sleeping cause shoulder pain and neck pain? Side sleeping pain occurs when your pillow and mattress can’t support your spine, shoulder and neck alignment. When you sleep on your side on an unsupportive mattress and pillow, two issues inevitably occur. The first is that your spine will sink out of its neutral position and begin to bend, arch and curve. The second is that your shoulders, stacked one above the other, will misalign and slip, crumpling into each other. These joint misalignments occur subtly. Being fast asleep, you might not even notice them. But you’ll end up holding these stress positions for hours — you’ll feel them in the morning, as you well know. Side sleepers need pillows that can help maintain neck, shoulder and spinal alignment to provide shoulder relief and alleviate neck pain. Is side sleeping good or should you choose a different sleeping style? If sleeping on your side is causing you chronic neck pain, shoulder pain or back pain, you might think it’s time to just try something else — maybe stomach sleepers know the secret to shoulder pain relief, and what if those back sleepers know how to avoid a sore neck? We suggest you wait. The problem likely isn’t the position, so don’t give up on side sleeping just yet. Besides, sleeping on your side has a number of unique benefits: Side sleeping reduces snoring and the effects of sleep apnea by keeping your airways clear and open. Side sleeping improves digestion and gut health by allowing food to easily pass through your digestive system. Side sleeping promotes blood circulation to the heart, especially for pregnant women. Side sleeping relieves the pressure points on the back compared to other sleeping positions. While it’s possible to train yourself into a new sleeping position, your body knows what it naturally finds comfortable. And if sleeping on your side comes naturally, let’s try and make that work. The first step is finding the right pillow. How to choose the best pillow to alleviate neck and shoulder pain Make sure it has the supportive feel Firmness is a critical factor in choosing a pillow (and a mattress, for that matter). It can be a tough balance for side sleepers. A softer pillow can cause neck pain by being too plush to support the weight of your head. A firm pillow can be too hard to provide enough pressure relief for your muscles and joints. We recommend side sleepers use a medium/firm pillow. This balance between softness and support will keep your joints and spine aligned. Check it has the comfortable shape There’s no such thing as a generic standard pillow. The shape of every pillow varies by material, design, manufacturing process and a dozen other factors. It may take a little exploring to determine what shape works best for you. But the factor you’re looking for is support. Side sleepers benefit from pillows with a wide, flat sleeping surface that can fully support the head. Neck pain sufferers also benefit from contour pillows, which have a double-peak design that provides extra neck support for the neck. Ensure it’s the right height A pillow with the right feel and shape support the joints and muscles of the neck, but the height of a pillow, also known as the pillow loft, plays a major part in supporting your shoulders. If you have narrow shoulders and sleep on high-loft pillows, you’ll stretch the muscles in the side of your neck, shoulders and shoulder blade. If you have broad shoulders, a low-lift pillow, your unequally supported shoulders will slip and collapse. Look for a brand or design that comes in a range of heights, so that you can test them and find a supportive pillow. You can tell it’s the right loft if your chin and sternum are aligned when you’re lying on your side. Side sleepers need a taller pillow to align their neck and spine and support their shoulders equally. The best material for a side sleeper pillow When picking a pillow based on its construction materials, there are several factors to consider. Every material has its benefits — some overlap and some don’t. By now, you know you need a medium/firm, tall pillow, preferably wide and flat or contoured for extra support. But there are questions of hygiene, heat management, airflow and even sustainability that might be important for you to ask. When you know what matters to you, you’ll know which pillow to pick. This is a great time to consider the value of a good pillow protector. If you fall in love with a particular pillow, pairing it with the high-quality pillow protector can add to its benefits and overcome any shortcomings it might have. Having a machine washable cover will also help you maintain hygiene and keep your pillow clean after any spills and accidents. So, what qualities should you look for in pillow materials? Is the material breathable? Breathability is a matter of airflow and determines whether pillows sleep hot or cool. It also affects the hygiene of the pillow, as a stagnant pillow is a breeding ground for bacteria. A latex pillow is an excellent choice for side sleepers seeking breathability. They’re also quite firm and mould to the contours of the head and neck naturally. Latex for pillows can be produced naturally or synthetically. For those with health issues, an organic latex pillow is hypoallergenic and antibacterial, making it great for asthmatics and those with eczema. Memory foam pillows can also be a great choice, depending on the quality of the foam. It’s an extremely popular material because its ability to gently conform to the head and neck in any position at any angle makes it extremely comfortable. But lower quality memory foam pillows aren’t very breathable, absorb body heat and sleep hot. However, a high-quality memory foam pillow can deliver cooling breathability while maintaining its firm support. Covering it with a breathable quality mattress protector will make it even better. A great choice for side sleepers to consider. Are the materials natural and organic? Wanting natural materials might be a matter of personal values. Of course, it always feels good to do good. But organic materials also make for a comfortable and hygienic pillow, too. We’ve already mentioned the benefits of latex, but cotton, bamboo and cellulosic fibres (refined wood pulp) are great elements to look out for. Each of these materials is hypoallergenic, breathable and extremely soft. Can the pillow wick moisture and stay odour-free? Moisture-wicking is a vital quality for warm summer nights, or for those who sleep hot generally. For side sleepers, whose faces are pressed against their pillows all night, having a pillow that’ll stay dry and cool and disperse odours is a pretty big benefit. Bamboo and Tencel have great moisture-wicking properties, as does polyester. This quality also inhibits bacteria growth, and hygiene is always a major plus. Side sleepers should consider a pillow with a firm, supportive core and a breathable, cool and hypoallergenic pillow protector. Final tips Always check the trial period Whether you buy it online or test it in-store, the true value of a pillow reveals itself over time. The only way to be sure that your pillow is giving you support your side sleeping demands is to take the time to settle into it. That takes at least a month. The trial period allows side sleepers to test if their new pillow contours to their neck, supports their shoulders and wicks away odours and stays cool through the night. A strong trial period is also an indication of quality. Reputable manufacturers are always confident in their products, after all. Side sleepers should consider pillows with a 100-night trial period, minimum. Get a pillow for your knees While we’re trying to solve the problem of neck and back pain, we cannot afford to overlook the hips. The hips are just as susceptible to misalignment and slipping as the shoulders are, and you can’t keep your spine aligned if your hips are askew. Side sleepers with hip pain and misalignment should consider getting a medium/firm hybrid mattress. That will give their entire body the support their sleep position needs to alleviate pain. But, barring that option, you could make do by tucking a pillow between your knees. You’ll need a pillow that’s thick enough to keep your knees and hips neutral and aligned. This simple trick can make a huge difference to your comfort. Still, the only long-term solution is to get yourself the right mattress for side sleeping. In summary: what is the best type of pillow for a side sleeper? The best pillow to help side sleepers overcome their back and neck pain: has a medium/firm feel to support the neck, shoulders and spine in a neutral position has a wide, flat surface to evenly support the head, or is contoured for added neck support is the right height to keep the shoulders comfortable stacked is breathable and sleeps cool is hypoallergenic With a pillow that meets these criteria, a side sleeper is well on their way to a better night’s sleep and pain-free morning. Our recommendation is the Sleep Republic memory foam pillow. It has a medium/firm feel and comes in two heights for side sleepers to choose from. Plus, it has a 6-year warranty and a 100-night trial. Give it a try and say adieu to shoulder and neck pain.
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Your complete guide for choosing a queen mattress
Tips for selecting Australia’s most popular size mattress If you’re in the market for a new bed, chances are you want a queen mattress, the most popular size mattress in Australia. Around 61% of Australians slumber on a Queen size mattress, but with so many styles, materials and comfort levels to choose from, narrowing it down can be tricky. A perfect choice doesn’t just feel good; it’s good for you too. That’s why Sleep Republic have created this guide to help you through your queen mattress journey. Are you waking up sore? Thinking of an upgrade? With our queen bed mattress, you’ll get the royal treatment with an impressive 1,850 pocket springs and luxurious comfort layers like gel-infused memory foam. What does a regular queen size mattress weigh? A queen size mattress from Sleep Republic weighs 49kg compared with the average weight of 35kg from most other brands. The added weight is due to our cutting-edge hybrid design – pairing pocket springs with specially designed layers of foam and gel means added weight, durability, performance, support and most importantly, comfort – night after night. Which mattress is bigger, queen or king? Our queen size mattress measures 203 × 152 × 31 cm Our king size mattress is bigger at 203 x 183 x 31 cm Can you move a queen mattress by yourself? Consider the weight of queen mattresses if you’re thinking about purchasing a new queen bed or upgrading your current mattress. The Sleep Republic Queen Mattress weighs 49kg, making it one of the largest queen mattresses available. Its weight reflects the quality, durability and long term performance and comes with a solid 12-year warranty. The mattress is effectively compressed and packed using our technology for shipping, ensuring that it arrives in excellent condition. Each mattress is then vacuum-sealed and wrapped in a protective plastic sleeve before being placed in a strong cardboard box. Everything is packed in a sturdy, heavy-duty outer box with wheels and a handle for easy transportation. So, with the help of a buddy, you should be able to accept delivery and unpack it quickly. What is the difference between king and queen beds? The difference between king and queen beds is simply width. The king-size mattress measures 183 cm wide (compared to 152cm on the queen), making it ideal for couples. In addition, if you share your bed with a loved one or a furry friend or two, you could find that your sleep improves significantly when you invest in a larger-sized bed like our King Mattress. The King Mattress and Queen Mattress are both parts of our Hybrid range, which combines spring technology with memory foam to create an unrivalled comfort level. The mattresses also use Quilted Gel Memory Foam in the top layers to help you sleep cool and avoid sweating when the weather is hot. Is it okay to use king fitted sheets on a queen bed? If you’re looking for the best way to fit your king sheets onto queen mattresses, try tucking about 20cm of sheeting under each corner of the bed. The sheets should then be able to glide over the mattress with ease – just like you’d expect from a mattress that’s bought brand new! Keep in mind that if you’re sharing your bed with someone, you may need to tuck more of the sheet under the mattress. If you’re still struggling at this point, don’t stress! Sleep Republic has a beautiful range of silky smooth sheets at reasonable prices that will perfectly fit your new queen size mattress. What is the best queen size bed? If you’re looking for a new queen-sized bed, it all comes down to personal preference. So first, think about the style of mattress you’ve had before and if there was anything you particularly liked or disliked about it – this will make your decision a lot easier! The Sleep Republic Queen bed mattress is a popular choice due to its exceptional comfort, premium-quality materials, environmentally-friendly design and affordable price tag. We’ve even been voted Best Mattress in a Box by BedBuyer for two years in a row! Endorsed by the Spinal Foundation and loved by hundreds (check out our reviews!), we’re pretty confident that if you like a medium-firm mattress, then you’re going to love the Sleep Republic Queen Mattress. The mattress is also available in a wide range of sizes, so whether you’re looking for extra length or width or something smaller for the kids, we have the perfect sized bed for you! Is a queen size bed big enough for two people? If you’re having problems deciding whether a queen size bed is big enough for two people, have no fear! The Queen Mattress from Sleep Republic will certainly be big enough to sleep two people comfortably. A queen-size bed is a hugely popular choice among couples because it creates a feeling of intimacy and closeness. The standard queen-sized width is about 60cm, which provides plenty of room for two people to sleep without being too crowded or leaving you feeling alone! How much does a queen bed cost on average in Australia? Queen-sized beds in Australia vary a lot depending on what mattress you purchase. However, if it’s within your budget, the Sleep Republic Queen Mattress costs $699, representing excellent value for money and backed by a 12-year warranty. This is much cheaper than other premium quality mattress retailers, which can cost upwards of $1,000! Can you use queen sheets on a king bed? While there are many queen sheets on the market, you can use them on a king bed without any issue. However – you may find that they don’t fit as well as some king size sheets. If this happens to be your case, it’s not a big deal! Just try a different set of queen fitted sheets and see if they fit better, or head over to our accessories page, and you’ll discover our great range of bedding designed to fit your new queen mattress perfectly. What is a good coil count for a queen mattress? The number of coils or pocket springs within your mattress greatly effected how much support your mattress will provide. Too few and you’ll likely wake up sore, with aching pressure points. This is particularly important for taller or heavier sleepers and those who may suffer from bad backs, necks and hips. The Sleep Republic queen sized mattress has 1,850 pocket springs. In an industry where the average coil count is 300-450, just imagine the feeling of lying on a bed with 1,850 perfectly positioned coils supporting and cushioning your sleep from head to toe. So there you have it, all you need to know about choosing a queen mattress! A new queen mattress is an excellent investment if you want something that will fit perfectly into almost any room and is ideal for sharing.
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Your complete guide to choosing a king size mattress
Define your needs, and discover a mattress that meets them The mattress is a major investment. It’s not just about cost, either; you and your loved ones will be sleeping on that mattress for years, maybe even a decade. It’s vital you pick the right one. But there are so many factors to consider — the easiest part of mattress shopping is getting overwhelmed. We’ll make things easy. Let’s go through some of the key considerations to picking the right king size mattress for you and yours. What is a king size mattress, and why do you need one? The basics: a king size mattress is 203 centimetres long by 183 centimetres wide. To give you a quick comparison: A king is the same length as a queen mattress, which is great for couples. But the king mattress’ greater width allows more room for a child, or even a pet. A king size mattress is perfect for couples who want more space to sleep comfortably. If you often find yourself cramped and sleeping on the edge, or if you feel like you’re not getting enough support, a king size mattress may be the solution for you. When you should get a new king mattress and why it’s important to take care of your current one Mattresses typically last 10 years before showing significant signs of wear. While a quality mattress can last longer with appropriate care, you should consider a new mattress after a decade sleeping on your current one. You should also consider a new king mattress if you regularly wake up sore. That’s a sign your current mattress isn’t giving you the support you need. Poor support could be a matter of a worn out mattress, or you might have the wrong type of mattress entirely. We’ll talk about that below. One of the most important things to do to take care of your king size mattress is to rotate it. We recommend that you rotate your mattress every few months. Some mattresses need to be flipped as well — Sleep Republic mattresses do not need to be flipped. Caring for a Sleep Republic mattress is actually quite easy. How to choose the right king size mattress for your needs When it comes to choosing the right king size mattress for your needs, there are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind. 1. Sleeping position What position do you regularly sleep in? It’s important to know, since that will dictate the ideal feel of your king mattress. Side sleepers This position places stress on your hips and shoulders. A soft/medium feel would be ideal for side sleeping, since it would contour to your weight in this position. Back sleepers Sleeping on your back distributes your weight quite evenly. The goal here is to maximise support for your spine. A medium/firm mattress would be ideal for back sleepers. Front sleepers When you sleep on your front, your lower back and pelvis aren’t as supported as well as if they were flat against the mattress. So, they’ll start to sink, which over time can lead to lower backaches. You’ll need a medium/firm or firm mattress to give you that added support. 2. Materials Now you know the feel you’re after for your king mattress. Let’s talk about the types of mattresses that are out there. Latex mattresses Latex makes for extremely soft mattresses. But the material is also famed for its ability to dissipate heat, and therefore keep your bed cool on hot nights. While a small percentage of people are allergic to latex, it is dust resistant, making it a good choice for anyone with other allergies. Memory foam mattresses Early versions of memory foam had a tendency to collect heat and trap it, making them rather uncomfortable. However, more recent developments have improved the material’s ability to breathe, reducing any heat buildup. Memory foam mattresses are also known for their soft contouring feel that relieves pressure on the hips and shoulders, making them a very popular choice for side sleepers. Innerspring mattresses This is the most common type of mattress. The coil springs at the core of these mattresses allow for firm support, and absorb each sleepers’ weight to prevent them from disturbing each other. Standard spring mattresses do have a tendency to wear out faster than other types. But you can avoid that problem by asking about the quality of the springs. Gel memory foam mattresses These mattresses are composed of the same materials as traditional memory foam, but also include gel, which helps to dissipate any heat that may build up during the night. This makes them especially good at keeping you cool in the Australian heat. 3. Hybrid mattresses The best of both worlds, hybrid mattresses marry the support of innersprings with the comfort foam and the breathability of latex. That’s the exact thinking behind the Sleep Republic hybrid mattress. We have also put great care into developing our mattress technology. If you’re after a breathable, comfortable and supporting king size mattress, we have just the one for you. 4. Space Think about your bedroom space. A king size mattress may be spacious enough to give you a great night’s sleep, but you may have to compromise on the layout of the room. This may seem like a question of whether you should go with a king size mattress at all — but compromise can open new opportunities for creativity. That’s especially true if you’re set on a king size mattress. Consider alternative storage, like wall-mounted shelves, which also make great nightstands. You could also mount your TV to the wall, cutting the need for even a small entertainment unit. 5. Budget Price is a major factor in every purchase, but it should be weighed against the benefits of the mattress you’re getting. Take into account the make, materials and the feel of the mattress, as well as the craftsmanship and care that went into its build. Then you’ll understand whether your investment is worth it. 6. Warranty & Returns Check the warranty information. As we mentioned earlier, the average mattress can serve you for 10 years or so. The more of that time your mattress is covered by warranty, the more confidence its manufacturers have in it. The Sleep Republic mattress comes with a 12 year warranty. 7. King mattress reviews If you’re struggling to decide whether a particular mattress is right for you, who better to trust than the people who actually sleep on it? Read as many reviews as you can, both from professional third-party experts, and from actual buyers. Reviews highlight the pros and cons, but they can also reveal solutions and help you evaluate how relevant those pros and cons might be to you. 5 final tips on picking your king size mattress Some of these tips may seem obvious, and some may seem small — but they are all important. You need to sleep on your new king size mattress for at least 30 days to be able to determine whether the mattress is supportive and comfortable enough.If the mattress was vacuum packed or rolled up for delivery, it may take at least a week to fully decompress into its optimum state. Buy a king size fitted sheet for hygiene and protection. Fitted mattress protectors and bed sheets will keep your bed hygienic and comfortable, and aid in keeping it clean. Don’t confuse thickness with support. Many people feel the thicker the mattress, the more supportive it will be — but that is not necessarily true.Ask for details on how the mattress has been constructed, so that you can understand if it can reliably deliver on its promises. Don’t be immediately swayed just because a mattress is inexpensive or on sale. You’re always better off going by the construction, and whether the details of the mattress match your needs. Despite all the details we’ve covered, try not to overthink it. With so much to consider, it’s easy to get paralysed by the choices. If a mattress meets your needs, it’s likely to be the right one. The only way you’ll know for sure is once you’ve tested it out.Remember, this is why it’s important to make sure your mattress comes with a healthy warranty and a clear returns policy. The Sleep Republic hybrid king mattress is a multi-award winning mattress endorsed by the Australian Spinal Research Foundation.
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Sleep Republic has been endorsed by the Australian Spinal Research Foundation!
Experts agree that our mattress is the key to blissful sleep Sleep Republic is one of only two companies that have received an endorsement from the Australian Spinal Research Foundation. The Foundation supports research into vertebral subluxation, one of the main concerns of the chiropractic discipline. The endorsement related to the Sleep Republic mattress reads as follows: “This product has been assessed by licensed Chiropractors as being of high quality in relation to ergonomic design, function, and for its proposed use.” To understand the relevance of this endorsement, it’s important to understand just how important the chiropractic discipline is to our health. In this piece, we will take a look at the mission of the Australian Spinal Research Foundation, their work in addressing vertebral subluxation, and how the Sleep Republic mattress offers better support. What is a chiropractor? A chiropractor is a health professional who treats patients with disorders of the neuromusculoskeletal system, and the effects of these disorders on general health. Chiropractors use spinal manipulation as well as other manual medicine techniques such as massage, stretching, exercise, and rehabilitative therapy to restore function, improve mobility and relieve pain. What is the Australian Spinal Research Foundation? The Australian Spinal Research Foundation is the largest association of chiropractors in the Southern Hemisphere. Their mission is to fund and facilitate research into chiropractic disciplines, and to educate chiropractors, communities, and other organisations on the benefits of chiropractic care. Their goal is to develop a clearer understanding of vertebral subluxation — the misalignment of the spine that causes interference between the brain and body. They aim to achieve this by maintaining their standing as a world leader in funding quality research in key areas. Since the Foundation’s inception in 1977, they have: Continually contributed to chiropractic research Funded over $2.7 million of research across 210 projects Create a panel of experts from all over the world to contribute to the review process What is a vertebral subluxation? The term vertebral subluxation is used to describe a few different clinical entities. At one end of the spectrum, it means asymptomatic radiographic changes seen on an x-ray. At the other end of the spectrum, it refers to a severe multi-level disease that requires surgical intervention or high doses of medication to control the symptoms. The subluxation component of this term simply means displacement or misalignment — the term vertebral subluxation means displaced or misaligned vertebra. The entity is chiropractic because it can be found and diagnosed by a chiropractor. Another term — chiropractic subluxation — represents one end of the spectrum of vertebral subluxations. Chiropractors use this term to describe a condition that they believe may cause interference with the nervous system and lead to disease or other health problems. Vertebral subluxation implies that there may be interference with the nervous system and the potential for disease or other health problems. What are the symptoms of vertebral subluxation? The symptoms of vertebral subluxation are the same as the symptoms of any vertebral misalignment. They can vary from one person to another and depend on which levels of the spine are displaced and how much they are displaced. A chiropractic subluxation can cause or contribute to a large variety of health problems. For example, the same subluxation may cause back pain in one person and ear ringing in another. Varying symptoms have been observed by many chiropractors over the years. It is reasonable to accept that there is some association between vertebral subluxations and other health problems. How does this relate to mattresses? Spinal alignment is an important part of sound sleeping. Having a bad mattress can negatively contribute to spinal conditions, including vertebral subluxation. There are many things that can contribute to mattress back pain, including: The age of the mattress Poor design or construction Faulty springs or comfort layer No edge support Sleep Republic mattresses have been designed to promote the absolute best in spinal pressure relief. Our mattress has been engineered from the ground up to offer more support in more areas, from the centre to the edge. We use quality, natural materials to ensure that they last their full 12-year lifespan. As always, it’s up to you to decide whether the mattress is a good fit for you. Fortunately, you can do so with ease. Sleep Republic mattresses come with a 100-night risk-free trial, allowing you to test the mattress for over 3 months. If at any time, you are unsatisfied, you can return the mattress for a refund. Also, our mattresses come with a 12-year warranty. Not yet convinced? We get it! Awards can only go so far. We recommend checking out what our customers are saying. Our reviews are fully transparent, and can give you great insight into our products. Ready for a better mattress, now officially endorsed by the Australian Spinal Research Foundation? Check out Sleep Republic’s range today and try risk-free, with fast delivery around Australia.
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What is a mattress in a box?
Everything you need to know about buying a bed in a box The mattress in a box phenomenon is sweeping the world. Everywhere you look, companies and people are singing the praises of this brand new thing: a mattress, in a box. You might have seen ads and considered buying one but want to know more. Or you could just be a huge mattress enthusiast with a lot of spare time. Either way, we’ve compiled this handy guide for you. Read on to learn everything you wanted to know about the mattress in a box revolution. Sleep Republic makes buying our award-winning mattress in a box simple and straightforward. Get started on your journey to improved sleep. What is a mattress in a box? A mattress in a box is just the same as a regular mattress, only in a box. A bed in a box is simply compressed in a bag, rolled tight and air-sealed before shipping. And because they are compressed down to the size of a small cabinet, boxed beds are a lot easier and cheaper to transport than regular mattresses. Which is the best bed in a box? This really depends on you and your needs. We encourage everyone to read online reviews and think about what you want from a mattress in terms of price and calibre. Of course, we believe that Sleep Republic’s mattress in a box is clearly the best. It offers super comfortable sleep that hundreds of people are raving about. People are actually writing reviews about how much they like our mattress in a box! Our high-quality mattresses feature both gel-infused memory foam and pocket springs, and feature knitted cashmere and anti-allergenic natural latex. They are medium-firm, comfortable but still supportive, offering the perfect balance between soft and hard. Our mattresses have a 12-year warranty, and we provide free same-day delivery on orders received before midday throughout metropolitan Australia. What sizes of mattresses come in a box? Thanks to advanced compression technology, our boxed mattresses come in a huge range of sizes: Single Long single King single Double King Queen How do you transport a boxed mattress in a sedan? Quite easily! When we say a mattress in a box, we literally mean an entire mattress in a little box. The box fits in any vehicle that isn’t a clown car, and even comes with wheels to make it easier to transport. Where should I buy a mattress in a box online? This will depend on what you need from a mattress in a box. Some customers are looking for the most affordable option, while others are more focused on mattress quality. Ultimately, it will come down to your personal preference shaped by research and word-of-mouth. We encourage everybody to do their due diligence and read widely before making a purchase. Here at Sleep Republic, we naturally believe we sell the best boxed mattresses. But we would say that, wouldn’t we? However, many of our satisfied customers are saying the same thing. What are the advantages of buying a mattress in a box? There are several advantages to buying a mattress in a box instead of a traditional mattress. 1. Cost Savings Bed-in-a-box mattresses are significantly less expensive compared to conventional mattresses. Many companies frequently offer deals and discounts, so you can secure a heavenly new bed for less than what you’d pay at a typical bedding store. These cost savings are a result of only selling online. Costs are reduced by not having a physical location with associated expenses. Plus compressing the mattresses into small boxes keeps shipping costs down, allowing savings to be passed on to customers. 2. Convenient delivery When you buy a mattress in a bedding store, it often needs to be ordered from a warehouse and scheduled for delivery days or weeks later. Sometimes your mattress is available on the day of purchase, but you have to pay an expensive delivery fee or lug it home yourself. Mattress in a box companies, on the other hand, typically offer same-day delivery to your door, making the process so much easier. 3. Risk-free trials Since you can’t try out a mattress in a box before you buy it online, companies offer trial periods. During this time you can return the mattress free of charge and either receive a refund or request an exchange. Sleep Republic offers our famous 150 Night Free Trial. Contact us within 100 days of your purchase and we’ll collect your mattress free of charge, refund you and recycle the mattress or donate it to charity. The Sleep Republic mattress in a box has won multiple awards and the Australian Spinal Research Foundation endorses it. If you’re ready to take the next step towards a blissful night’s sleep, browse our range..
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What can you buy to get a better night's sleep?
Some incredible products to help you sleep through the night There are lots of tremendous products that help us with our lives. Shoes, for example, protect our soft and sensitive feet from jagged rocks and shards of broken glass. Meat thermometers take the guesswork out of cooking chicken, and preserve us from dreaded food poisonings like salmonella. But products aren’t just there to help us in the waking hours, from aforementioned activities like walking and preparing poultry. There are also products to help you sleep. But, we hear you asking, “What can I buy to help me sleep?” It’s a devilishly tricky question; the market is full of phoney products that promise blissful slumber but actually don’t help you sleep at all! It takes an expert in the field to separate bonafide sleeping products from cheap imitations. At Sleep Republic, we’ve got years of experience helping people sleep soundly. To help you get the most out of your REM cycles, we’ve assembled the following list of things you can buy to help you sleep. If you’re having trouble dozing off, try some of these handy, sleep inducing products. There are many products to help you sleep, but most will be ineffective if you’re still using the wrong mattress. Read on to find out more about Sleep Republic’s incredible hybrid mattress. Vitamins to help you get to sleep Having deficiencies in vitamins and minerals can make it harder to function and thrive while you’re awake, but did you know that it can also make it more difficult to sleep well? If you’re at low levels of any of the following, you might need to purchase some supplement products to help you sleep: Vitamin C Vitamin D Calcium Iron Magnesium Vitamin B12 Tryptophan Melatonin Omega 3s Relaxing things you can buy to help you sleep Getting in the right state of mind before bedtime can make a world of difference to your sleeping. If you’re feeling anxious, or are being kept up by loud noises, that can make an effective night’s rest seem impossible. Thankfully, there are many products to help you sleep like: Herbal teas A weighted blanket A white noise machine Black out curtains Dress for success if you want to sleep better As the old saying goes, clothes maketh the man. As the slightly newer saying goes, good pyjamas maketh the man have an easier time getting to sleep. Is it time to update your nocturnal wardrobe? There are thousands of quality pyjama manufacturers, ready to adorn your resting body in silks and soft cotton. If you’re finding that even your most comfortable pyjama pants are an imposition, try a loose fitting nightshirt instead. Alternately, if you’re the sort of person who finds even the most comfortable pyjamas to be an imposition, consider investing in an additional blanket. This will help to keep you warm at night, and compensate for your nakedness. Medicine to help you sleep If you’ve tried everything else, it might be the case that there is a medical reason that you’re having trouble with your sleep. When people are suffering from acute insomnia, there is sometimes an underlying disease or disorder at play that requires treatment by a doctor. There are remedies, medicines and treatments that can assist with an assortment of sleep-related ailments. However, it is important to be aware that taking medication for sleep can be extremely dangerous, and fatal if done incorrectly. Only take prescription medication if advised to do so by a qualified medical professional, and follow the instructions to the letter. Sleep inducing mattresses The wrong mattress can seriously compromise the integrity of your sleep. There are a number of ways that an inappropriate mattress can make sleeping difficult. The most immediate issue is that a mattress isn’t comfortable, and that you have trouble dozing off. The secondary issue, which can be even more serious, is that the mattress doesn’t provide enough support, and over time you find yourself suffering from back, shoulder, hip and neck pain. The #1 thing you can buy to help you sleep is a mattress that provides both comfort and ample support. That’s why at Sleep Republic we’ve created a hybrid mattress. It has all the comfort of foam, with the added support of pocket springs. If you’re looking for things to help you sleep, start with the right mattress. Check out Sleep Republic’s multi-award winning mattress, and see if it doesn’t help you race off to the land of nod ASAP.
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Trouble falling asleep? Meditation can help
Learn how to calm your mind to sleep with this handy meditation guide Being in the business of sleep, as we are here at Sleep Republic, we’ve done a deep-dive (under the covers!) to discover the impact of meditation on relaxation and how to calm the mind before sleep. Now that we’ve had our beauty sleep (and rather reluctantly out of our pj’s), we’re back to work and here to share with you our findings. So, if you’ve tried all the herbal teas, books and baths before bed to no avail, read on! Find out how to clear your mind to sleep using meditation and discover some of the highly successful people that have turned to meditation to get a good night’s rest. It’s part of our discussion on everything you want to know about sleep. Why can’t I “switch off”? A racing mind is the top complaint patients report when it comes to sleep, says Dr Judson Brewer PhD, a professor and researcher at the Mindfulness Center at Brown University. We’ve all had that feeling – desperately tired and ready for sleep – but when your head hits the pillow, your mind seems to ramp up with worries about work and family, half-recalled to-do lists and a niggling feeling you’ve forgotten something really important… Did you leave your Facebook open at work?! Anyway, it seems we’re not alone with about one in ten Australians unable to fall asleep or stay asleep at any given time. In our information-saturated, ever-changing, complex world, it seems there are more things to keep us awake than ever. So, how do we begin to quiet our minds to help us sleep better? Meditation and sleep Research into the new science of sleep shows our circadian rhythms, those internal clocks that keep our bodies functioning at their peak, can be adversely affected by changes in our daily routines including how much sunlight we receive during the day, when we eat and how we relax before bed. Meditation has been practised for centuries around the world and offers a natural, safe way to fall asleep for people of all ages. Originally a practice for spiritual enlightenment, meditation has evolved to offer a variety of benefits depending on the specific technique used and desired goal. How do I get started? Beginning a meditation practice is easier than you might think. But it’s worth noting that, when it comes to mindfulness practices, what works for one person may not work for another. Dr Rusch. PhD, a research fellow at the National Institutes of Health, suggests introducing one of the following techniques into your daily routine can help make sleep come easier. Breathing meditations Breathing meditation is a simple technique for learning how to calm the mind before sleep. To use the 4-7-8 breathing meditation technique, seat yourself in a comfortable sitting position and place your tongue on the roof of your mouth, close to the front teeth. Focus on the following breathing pattern: Empty the lungs of air Breathe in quietly through the nose for 4 seconds Hold the breath for a count of 7 seconds Exhale forcefully through the mouth, pursing the lips and making a “whoosh” sound, for 8 seconds Repeat the cycle up to 4 times Walking meditations With its origins in Buddhism, the walking meditations technique has a multitude of benefits including: Boosting blood flow Improving digestion Reducing anxiety Improving blood sugar levels and Improving sleep quality Research suggests this technique, involving slow paces in methodical patterns has a strong influential effect on our ability to sleep by reducing feelings of stress and anxiety, particularly when practised in the mornings. Clearing the mind in this way has been proven to better the quality of your sleep, even more so than more vigorous exercise. So there’s no reason to rush out and renew that gym membership, people! Slow and steady, it seems, does win the race. Mindful movement This type of meditation practice is perfect if you’re the sort of person who may find it difficult to remain still for an entire seated meditation. Mindful Movement allows you to get the benefits of meditation with slow sequences of movement. Tai Chi and yoga are just two ancient techniques founded on the concept of mindful movement. Should I try an app? There is an increasing number of guided meditations now available to download providing a great resource for those new to meditation. The Calm app, the #1 App for sleep, meditation and relaxation, offers a great introduction to those learning how to meditate. Guided meditations from a panel of experts and notable celebrities can be downloaded covering a wide range of topics that keep us up at night. HeadSpace is another fantastic resource, and the preferred platform of Bill Gates, amongst others. Once a sceptic, Gates now extols the benefits of meditation. “For me, it has nothing to do with faith or mysticism. It’s about taking a few minutes out of my day, learning how to pay attention to the thoughts in my head, and gaining a little bit of distance from them.” Like Calm, you can choose from an extensive library of guided meditations, bedtime stories, articles and music to help you to relax and get a better night’s sleep. Both apps provide content specifically designed for children struggling to sleep and might just be your saviour at the ‘witching hour’ tonight. To sleep, perchance to dream! Shakespeare was obviously big on sleep too. And, why not? With sleep affecting everything from high blood pressure and mental health to weight control and concentration, a daily meditation practice could really change your life. You can find out everything you need to know about getting a good night’s sleep.
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What tea is good for sleep?
Picking the perfect sleep tea for you We all know how important sleep is for your physical and mental health and wellbeing. However, sleeplessness affects a lot of people, with over 30% of Australians suffering from some degree of insomnia. The inability to fall asleep and stay asleep is a critical issue facing society today, and is only made worse by the stimulation of technology. Fortunately, there are natural remedies that can help. Herbals teas have been used all around the world for centuries for their wide array of helpful properties. One of the most common properties possessed by teas is the ability to treat insomnia. Others are great at addressing root causes of insomnia, like stress, anxiety, abdominal discomfort, and nasal congestion. In this article, we cover what tea is good for sleep — part of our wider discussion around how to get the best possible sleep each night. For more articles about the science of sleep, visit our blog. Does chamomile tea help sleep? Chamomile tea — one of the most popular and prevalent sleep teas — has been used to help sleep problems for centuries. It contains an antioxidant called apigenin, which works on specific receptors in the brain to bring on feelings of sleepiness. It is especially helpful for elderly people and women who have recently had children. While the research around the effects of chamomile tea on sleep is inconsistent, it is widely regarded to offer a range of benefits, including: Mild tranquillisation Reduced inflammation Lessened anxiety Does peppermint tea help sleep? Peppermint tea is a popular inclusion for the nightly routine because it distinctly lacks any caffeine. It is also highly favoured in warmer climates like India, due to the fact that it contains around 20 per cent menthol, which cools the mouth. Studies have proven that peppermint tea can help mice sleeper for longer hours, and wake up less. Some other potential benefits include: Reduced muscle tension Energy restoration Eased digestive issues Does earl grey help you sleep? Earl grey tea is another great sleep maker. Earl Grey features an ingredient called bergamot which has a raft of natural aromatherapeutic properties. It’s a key mood stabiliser and stress reliever, perfect for knocking off after a stressful day at work. It can also help with a range of insomnia-adjacent issues, like acid reflux and an upset stomach. While there isn’t much in the way of scientific, peer-reviewed studies into the benefits of ear grey tea as a sleep aid, users often report benefits of: Energy boosting Immunity boosting Oral health benefits Does fennel tea help you sleep? Fennel teas is an antioxidant-rich liquid with both antimicrobial and antiviral properties. It forms a core part of ancient European home remedies to treat sleeplessness. It also works as a mild muscle relaxant, which can help you get ready for bed. With an aniseed-like taste, fennel is incredibly common, and can be found in basically any supermarket or health food store. The jury is out whether fennel tea has benefits for sleep, breastfeeding, and other cycles. However, people attest that is works wonders in: Improving digestion Easing sickness Relieving constipation Does green tea help you sleep? You may be aware of the popular myth that suggests green tea actually contains more caffeine than coffee. However, green tea only contains about a third of what you’d find in your morning cup of joe. You might want to avoid caffeine all together before bed — althought there is some evidence to suggest that the antioxidant theanine may counteract the effects of the caffeine. Green tea can potentially help with sleep duration and quality. Theanine can help by reducing stress hormones and neutron excitement in the brain. It also offers a range of other benefits, including: Improved mood Improved brain function Improved reaction time Does milk help you sleep? Does warm milk help sleep? It wouldn’t be an article about tea without mentioning one of the most popular tea additives. Milk and other dairy products contain a range of chemicals that can help with sleep. The most important of these is melatonin — the sleep hormone. Tryptophan — an amino acid that induces sleep — is also prevalent in milk. In fact, there are even special brands of milk available taken from cows milked at night. This “night milk” does not yet have any scientific backing. However, both warm and cold milk before bed can help with: Relieving stress Reducing anxiety Promoting healthier sleep cycles There are many different kinds of teas and additives that can potentially help you sleep. However, it is important to understand that tea is not a silver bullet for sleep. You should consider a holistic sleep strategy, balancing good diet, moderate exercise, stress relief, and less screen time, to name just a few. while many of the teas listed above can potentially help you get to sleep, there has been very little research completed in this field. Looking for more ways to get to sleep? Here’s everything you need to know about getting the best possible sleep, each and every night.
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Sleep Republic named best pocket spring mattress by CHOICE
The only mattress to win top awards from both Bedbuyer and CHOICE CHOICE is trusted by millions of Australians. Run by the Australian Consumers’ Association, CHOICE has an uncompromising methodology for testing mattresses. In exciting news, CHOICE has named Sleep Republic the highest rated pocket spring mattress in the country. This honour comes hot on the heels of Bedbuyer — another quality consumer advocacy organisation — naming Sleep Republic Best Overall mattress in a box for two years running. From fluid resistance to durability, the CHOICE team found lots to like about the Sleep Republic mattress. Read on to discover some of the key features about the Sleep Republic mattress that CHOICE found to be particularly impressive. Independent experts are raving about the Sleep Republic mattress, but don’t take their word for it. We’ve got a 150 night free trial, with a full refund if you don’t love the mattress. Find out more about what makes the Sleep Republic mattress special. The Sleep Republic mattress is incredibly resistant to sagging Some mattresses sag over time. To test mattress, CHOICE uses a cask-shaped roller over a mattress again and again, simulating eight years of use. The mattress’s height and firmness are measured before and after the experiment. On the CHOICE sagging test, Sleep Republic’s mattress achieved a near perfect score. That means when you buy a Sleep Republic mattress, you’ll be able to enjoy the extraordinary support and cushioning night after night. Perfect sweat repellant People sweat when they sleep, and smelly, yellowing mattresses get to be that way because they absorb sweat. The exception? Sleep Republic’s sweat repellent mattress. Lower scoring mattresses on the CHOICE sweat repellent test tend to absorb moisture. The mattress quality will deteriorate over time as a result, and become odorous. The Sleep Republic mattress, on the other hand, gets a perfect score from CHOICE. The CHOICE testers discovered that the Sleep Republic mattress did not retain any fluids, meaning that even the sweatiest sleepers can use the Sleep Republic mattress without fear. Easy to transport The CHOICE team also noted that our mattress in a box comes with wheels, making it easy to transport. So, not only is the Sleep Republic mattress comfortable and durable, it’s also conveniently packaged and easy to move. It’s just one of the many small and delightful finishing touches that makes our mattress stand out. Very high scores for comfort retention As well as the aforementioned sag resistance, the Sleep Republic mattress was also tested for comfort retention. This test subjected the mattress to regular wear and tear equivalent to years of use, and then evaluated whether the mattress retained a high level of comfort. The results were outstanding. In both the male and female categories, where comfort is tested for different body types and shapes, the Sleep Republic mattress was demonstrated to stay very comfortable. It’s official, with Bedbuyer and CHOICE recognise the Sleep Republic mattress as one of the best pocket spring mattresses in Australia, and will stay great for years to come. Find out more about our mattress and start sleeping better ASAP.
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Everything you need to know about getting a good night's sleep
Sleep better, and make yourself happier, by finding out about the science of sleep It was E. Joseph Cossman who once said “The best bridge between despair and hope is a good night’s sleep” — which happens to be the 53rd most famous quote about sleep. It might, however, be 1st for importance. Sleeping well can revolutionise your life, and help you face the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune that are sure to come your way. At Sleep Republic, we know a thing or two about sleep. We’ve spent years researching sleep technology and engineering to bring you an award-winning mattress. Read on to reap the fruits of our labour, and find out more than you ever wanted to know about the sensational science of sleep. See for yourself why the Sleep Republic mattress has won multiple awards, and helped countless Australians reap the reward of restfulness. Find out more about our mattress, which can be ordered online and delivered directly to you. How do you improve your sleep? Across the country, there’s an epidemic of bad sleep. Many people aren’t getting enough sleep, and what little sleep they do manage to get is broken, light and ineffective. How do you sleep better? The answer is multifaceted. In this article, we will tackle some of the common problems people have with their sleep, and also suggest some remedies for those issues. We’ll focus on things like: Getting to sleep quickly, and spending less time and effort trying to fall asleep Getting the right amount of sleep for your age, and also for you as an individual Rejuvenating your body and mind with deep, REM sleep Putting sleep patterns in place to make great sleep part of your everyday routine Finding the tools you need to banish discomfort and maximise quality sleep time Is it possible to get to sleep more quickly? You lie in bed, tossing and turning, yearning for Mr. Sandman to pay you a visit and send you to the Land of Nod. Must it be thus, or is it possible to get to sleep more quickly? Here are a few tips we’ve found for hastening the deepening of your sleep. Turn off your screens Although the information contained within this article is, no doubt, vital for helping you sleep well, reading this article on a screen probably isn’t helping you to fall asleep. Looking at a screen can keep you awake for as long as an hour. So, if you’re in bed, trying to get to sleep while intermittently checking your phone and/or reading articles about going to sleep, a good first step is to switch off your device. Relax The more relaxed you are, the more likely you are to fall asleep swiftly. So, if you’re having trouble dozing off, do something relaxing. Take a bath, listen to some soothing music, go for a walk, or drink a cup of tea. Get a better mattress Potentially, we’re biased on this point. As a mattress manufacturer, we put a pretty high emphasis on the importance of having a quality mattress. A mattress is by no means the only worthwhile piece of somnus paraphernalia — sheets, pillows and a bed base all have their part to play — but a mattress might just be the most important component of all. If you’re not comfortable on your mattress, you’ll have trouble falling to sleep quickly. It’s as simple as that. And, mercifully, there is a convenient solution: a 150 Night Trial on a Sleep Republic mattress. How much sleep do I need? This might seem a straightforward question, but it’s actually a deceptively tricky one. There’s a difference between how many hours a person needs to sleep each night, and how much effective, restful sleep they actually achieve. To further complicate matters, we need different amounts of sleep at different times in our lives. And to make it even more complicated, some people seem to need more sleep than others, and the causes for this are often unknown. People of different ages need different amounts of sleep Studies indicate that the amount of sleep a person needs will vary over the course of their life. Here is an approximate guide to the number of hours of sleep a person needs to be based on their age: 0-3 months old: 14-17 hours 4-11 months old: 12-15 hours 1-2 years old: 11-14 hours 3-5 years old: 10-13 hours 6-13 years old: 9-11 hours 14-17 years old: 8-10 hours 18-64 years old: 7-9 hours 65+ years old: 7-8 hours Some people need more sleep than others Some people seem to function well on almost no sleep at all. There are many anecdotal cases of politicians, military leaders and billionaires who thrive professionally and sleep as few as four hours a night. Most people, however, need to slumber for far longer, and it is well established that not getting enough sleep can be detrimental to your health. The important thing is to find out how much sleep your body comfortably requires, and to ensure you sleep effectively by getting enough good, deep REM cycles. What is REM? Often, when people talk about REM, they’re referring to the American rock band known for hits like Losing My Religion and Shiny Happy People. But in the context of sleep, REM almost always stands for ‘Rapid Eye Movement’. There are several stages of sleep, and the deepest and most restorative of these is REM. During REM, people experience: The eyes moving rapidly Increased heart rate Irregular breathing Raised blood pressure Higher levels of oxygen being consumed by the brain Twitching in limbs and the face REM tends to happen while a person has their most intense dreams. Although much is still unknown about REM sleep, it is believed to help people improve their mood, capacity for memory, and learning abilities. How much REM sleep do you need? REM makes up a surprisingly small portion of the average person’s sleep each night. Within 7-9 hours of sleep, a normal amount of REM sleep might only be 90 minutes. The normal amount of REM sleep you get tends to decline with age. Older people might experience very little REM sleep, while some infants experience greater than 50% REM sleep. A lack of REM sleep can cause emotional and cognitive problems, and is linked to a host of different medical issues. If you’re not getting enough REM sleep, this is likely because you’re not sleeping very deeply through the night. There are a number of remedies you might like to pursue. Why can’t I sleep? Sleep, as we have outlined, is absolutely necessary for your health and happiness. And being unable to sleep? It’s wretched. The medical term for this awful state of affairs is ‘insomnia’ which is Latin for ‘without sleep’. The remedy for not being able to sleep will differ, depending on the root cause of the problem. Here are a few common issues people tend to have with their sleep, and what to do to remedy those issues. Poor sleep patterns Human beings are creatures of habit and routine, and having a disjointed sleep pattern can make getting to sleep extremely difficult. Issues getting to sleep are common with people who work irregular hours, like doctors, nurses, employees in the hospitality industry, and performers. It’s not always possible to set regular, healthy sleeping patterns. But as much as it is within your power, try going to sleep and getting up at a similar time each day. This should help with your sleep. A guilty conscience When Midnight Oil front-person Peter Garrett sang “How do we sleep/ while our beds are burning?”, he wasn’t necessarily referring to the actual, literal fire consuming his bed. Rather, he was referring to the metaphorical burning of a guilty conscience. Emotional and intellectual problems can have a terrible impact on your sleep. Even a spiritual crisis can cause poor sleep, and this is what the Spanish mystic St. John of the Cross was referring to when he wrote about ‘the dark night of the soul’. At Sleep Republic, we partner with The Salvation Army to either donate or recycle all returned mattresses. Also, all of our foam is CertiPUR-US® certified, which is better for you and better for the planet. That’s just two of the ways we ensure we’ve made an ethical mattress, to help you get to sleep. The wrong mattress An uncomfortable mattress, or one that has too little support, can be just as disruptive to your sleep as those other problems. However, unlike an unstable routine or a guilty conscience, it is easy to find a convenient solution to having the wrong mattress. Just get yourself the right mattress instead, and start improving your sleep. Can you buy anything to help you get a better night’s sleep? There are many sleep aids and supplements on the market, and countless products which cite improved sleep as one of their benefits. Prospective sleep-aids include: Magnesium Lavender Vitamin D Chamomile tea Warm milk Earl grey tea Fennel tea Green tea Some people swear by these purported sleep-cures, while other people have no such luck. Whether or not they work for you will probably be a matter of personal taste; if you love the taste of warm milk, you may find it to be a relaxing and effective catalyst for getting to sleep. However, if you’re lactose intolerant, that glass of milk is rather more likely to cause you digestive problems and keep you awake all night long. One sure-fire item to help you sleep better at night is a quality mattress, with a high level of support. Even if you find a kind of tea that helps you get to sleep, if you’re nodding off on a bad mattress then the aches and pains you’ll feel the next morning will still encumber you throughout the day. Try the Sleep Republic mattress for 150 nights, and if you’re not fully satisfied, send it back for a full refund. Read more about the Sleep Republic mattress, and get yourself a great night’s sleep ASAP.
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Can music make you sleep?
Tired of trying to get a good night’s sleep? Learn how music can break the cycle of sleeplessness. When you can’t sleep, you may find your mind racing with thoughts and your body tossing and turning. That’s when a question arises: how to fall asleep in a matter of minutes? A ruffled mind makes a restless pillow, says Charlotte Bronte. Research shows that relaxation is the key to falling asleep. Have you seen how babies fall asleep to lullabies and gentle music? Listening to music calms down our nervous system, the endocrine, and psychological stress response and makes us feel relaxed and at ease, which can aid sleep. Millions struggle to fall asleep every night. Are you one of them? By adopting the right approach, you can sleep as peacefully as a baby. What you sleep on can also affect sleep. With Sleep Republic mattresses, experience cloud-like comfort and doze off within a matter of minutes. Know how our mattresses have helped people fall asleep. How can music help you sleep better? Stress, anxiety and depression affect our physical and mental health. The elevated levels of stress, anxiety and depression keep our minds alert and, it also lead to poor sleep and other sleeping disorders. Are you having a rough night, tossing and turning? Switching on a little bit of music can aid in achieving a good night’s sleep. Music is a cost-effective and natural way to get better sleep. Researchers who studied the effect of music on sleep reported that listening to soft and gentle music lowers the heart rate, reduces stress and anxiety levels, and completely relaxes the body and mind. Music also effectively distracts the person from stressful thoughts and depressive feelings that could be keeping the person away from sleep. Reduction in the stress and anxiety levels enables one to fall asleep quickly and, in turn, improves the quality of sleep. What kind of music can make you sleep fast? Are you wondering which music can help you catch better Zs? Lyz Cooper of the British Academy of Sound Therapy says that music that has positive memory association and that reminds us of a relaxed and happy time can help. Research studiesalso reveal that listening to songs with ideally 60-80 beats per minute can calm you down and prepare your body and mind for better sleep. In particular, classical music and the sounds of nature are highly effective to achieve a night of peaceful sleep. But what works for one may not work well for others. How a person’s body and mind react to these types of music may differ from person to person due to individual preferences. You will have to experiment and see what kind of music works well for you. Which are the best songs that will make you fall asleep faster? Not all songs and music can make you sleep. Below is a list of calming songs and music that may help break the cycle of sleeplessness and help you drift off. Have they been scientifically proven to help? Not yet! But millions of happy sleepers can’t be wrong. Marconi Union – Weightless Max Richter – Dream 3 Coldplay – Strawberry Swing Claude Debussy – Clair De Lune Adele – Someone Like You All Saints – Pure Shores DJ Shah – Mellomaniac (Chill Out Mix) Barcelona – Please Don’t Go Airstream – Electra Rue du Soleil – We Can Fly Mozart – Canzonetta Sull’aria Enya – Watermark What else works best for good sleep? Apart from music, the mattress also plays a crucial role in achieving a peaceful and good night’s sleep. If you are not sleeping well, your mattress might also be a cause for ruining your sleep and keeping you awake. When you are choosing your mattress, choose the one that’s right for you. Some prefer a softer mattress, whereas others prefer firmer ones. Are you looking for a mattress that offers extreme comfort? Try Sleep Republic’s hybrid mattresses. Discover the comfiest and supportive range of our hybrid mattress. We’ve designed our mattress to provide the utmost comfort and support so that you get your fabulous pink sleep every day. Rise feeling calm and refreshed, and shine the rest of the day.
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Apps to help you track sleep and improve sleep
Wondering if apps can help you track and improve sleep? Find out how sleep tracking apps can benefit you. Want to improve your sleep cycle? Technology can give you a helping hand. Many sleep tracking apps introduced in the market not only tracks your sleep but also helps to improve your sleep hygiene routine. Poor quality sleep causes various mental and physical health issues. It can make you feel drowsy and grumpy, loss of interest, mood changes, difficulty thinking and concentration, heart diseases, and weakened immunity. Do you want to have undisturbed beauty sleep? Only a fool will break your sleep. Experience unlimited hours of undisturbed bedded bliss with Sleep Republic mattresses. Know how our mattresses have helped hundreds and thousands to achieve their beauty sleep every night. How do apps help to track sleep and improve the sleep cycle? Wondering how tracking your sleep will help you to improve your sleep routine? Tracking your sleep will help you to understand if you are getting enough quality sleep or not. The information you get after monitoring your sleep with sleep tracking apps will help you identify the factors that interfere with your healthy sleep and provide feedback on how to improve your sleep hygiene routine. If you think that wearing a watch or a fitness band while sleeping is the only way to track your slumber, you might be wrong. You can track your sleep with your mobile sleep tracking apps, too. How do mobile sleep tracking apps work? In a mobile sleep tracking app, your phone uses its built-in accelerometer to determine the quality of your sleep. Running few algorithms and statistical analysis, the sleep tracking apps interpret data about the movements and records your snoring and other noises you make while you are fast asleep. Once you are awake, you will be able to see how well you slept last night. Based on the results you get, you can make changes in your lifestyle to improve your sleep. Besides tracking your sleep, these apps can also help you doze off with the soothing music or sounds of nature. What are the best apps that can help you track sleep and improve sleep? Looking for the best apps for your Android or iOS device to track and promote sleep? After a lot of research, reading hundreds of reviews and testing apps, we have compiled a list of 7 popular sleep tracking mobile apps that will help you track your sleep and improve your sleep hygiene so that you wake up feeling charged. SleepScore SleepScore is available for both iOS and Android devices. This app helps to track and analyse different sleep patterns and provides personalised recommendations to improve sleep. It also understands the number of people sleeping on the bed and ensures tracking is correct. Sleep Cycle Sleep Cycle has got an excellent sleep tracking technology. It is available for both iOS and Android devices. This app tracks how well you slept and provides a detailed analysis of when you were in a deep sleep and light sleep. It also detects snoring and other sounds while you are asleep. Sleep Time You can track your sleeping patterns and monitor your movements with the Sleep Time app. It is ideal for iOS and Android devices. The smart alarm feature wakes you up during your light sleep period. Sleep Bot Sleep Bot works well with both Android and iOS devices. This app has a reliable sleep tracking technology that records user behaviour, sleep patterns, and movements and a smart alarm that will wake you up during your light sleep. Sleep as Andriod Very few sleep tracking apps can compete with Sleep as Android. It is only available for Android devices. This app not only tracks your sleep but also puts you to sleep. It uses motion sensors and sonar waves to detect motions and patterns during sleep. It also has a smart alarm feature. Pillow Pillow is another mind-blowing sleep tracking app. It tracks and records everything that you do right from snoring to sleep talk while you are sleeping. This app also monitors your heart rate, which provides a complete insight into your sleep cycle. However, this app is available for only iOS devices. Sleep Genius Approved by NASA scientists, this app is developed by experts in neuroscience, sleep and music. It not only tracks your sleeping patterns but also helps in relaxing your mind and sleeping peacefully. This app works well on both iOS and Android devices. Can a mattress help you promote or improve sleep? The mattress you sleep on can also promote and improve sleep. Wondering which mattress would work well for you? Try Sleep Republic’s best hybrid mattress, with a 150 night trial guarantee. You spend the most important third of your life on a mattress. Think it over, then sleep on it! Treat yourself to the best hybrid mattress with Sleep Republic.
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What is the best sleeping position for your health?
Sick of tossing and turning? Find out which sleeping position is the best for your health There are many different sleeping positions. You can lie on your back, on your front, on either side — and you can even hang upside down to sleep like the roadie in Wayne’s World 2, if you really want to. But are all sleeping positions equal in the eyes of health and safety? People want to know on which side is sleeping good for health, and on which side there are dangers and perils. Read on to find out about different sleeping positions, plus the merits and drawbacks of each. Nobody knows sleep like Sleep Republic. Our team has crafted the perfect mattress for you, no matter how you like to sleep. Find out more about our innovative mattress range. Is it safe to sleep on your stomach? Stomach sleeping is one of the less popular sleep styles, with only about 7% of people choosing to sleep in that position. There are some positives to sleeping on your stomach — for example, it can reduce pressure on your windpipe and reduce the likelihood of snoring — but there are also some negatives. Other sleeping positions create a neutral position for the back and neck. That’s not the case for stomach sleepers. Stomach sleeping might cause nerve and back pain over time, so if you’re suffering from those ailments, consider attempting another position. However, everybody is different, and this position might work well for you. If you’re a lifelong front-down sleeper and aren’t having any negative consequences, there’s no urgent need to change. Is it better to sleep on your back? Is there anything more relaxing than lying on your back? For some people, yes. Sleeping on your back can exacerbate certain kinds of back pain, and also aggravate snoring. But let’s get ‘back’ to the positives. Back sleeping can reduce neck pain, because the body is in a more neutral position. Additionally, back sleeping is said to improve heartburn for some people. Sleeping on your side: the real story Sleeping on your side is, by far, the most popular sleeping position. It is the Beatles of sleeping positions: beloved by almost everybody, and scorned by only a tiny, isolated minority. Scientists call it ‘lateral sleeping’, if you want to know the technical term for it. For most people, however, sleeping on your side is as natural as breathing. There are some nasty rumours about side sleeping out there. Some people believe that the cloth of your pillow rubbing on your face overnight will cause wrinkles. Other people entertain the notion that side sleeping causes breasts to sag. Fortunately, there isn’t a good body of scientific literature to confirm or deny those cosmetic theories. Sleeping on your side is especially good for your health if you’re a pregnant woman. The posture will improve circulation both for yourself, and for the growing baby. What about sleeping hanging upside down, like a bat? We put that into the introductory section purely as a joke. Sleep Republic does not recommend that you sleep upside down. The best and healthiest way to sleep is horizontal, on a mattress! Is sleeping position really that important? In some circumstances, your sleeping position really can have a big impact. Snorers, for example, can often mitigate their condition just by turning over. Heavily pregnant women, also, benefit from certain sleeping positions and might enjoy better rest and health by changing the position they sleep in. But if you’re frequently waking up sore, or are having trouble getting to sleep, chances are that the sleeping position isn’t the main problem. More often than not, the issue is with the mattress. Do you need a specialised mattress to suit your sleeping position? Some mattress makers target different mattresses to people who sleep in certain positions. They’ll say that one type of mattress is better for front sleepers, or side sleepers, or people who sleep on their back. At Sleep Republic, we disagree. We’ve crafted one perfect hybrid mattress that will work excellently for front, side, or back sleepers. No matter how you like to sleep, we’ve got the perfect mattress. With all the comfort of foam and the unsurpassed support provided by high definition pocket springs, all sorts of sleepers will love our mattress. Find out more about our hybrid mattress today.
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