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How to Improve Your Sleep Quality Nov 2, 2023 | By MeekaC (@meekaclayton)
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@anniep1

Do you have specific pillows that you recommend? I find that I have a lot of neck/back discomfort after sleeping. I am trying to make a point to sleep on my side and elevate my head a bit but would love specific recommendations on things like mattress stiffness/pillow shape etc. I am realizing sleep is so important in my path toward health.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Nov 2, 2023

Hi @anniep1, choosing a mattress and especially a pillow relies on personal preference too. What may be right for one person with EDS may not be right for another. I'm tagging a few EDS members like @jholland @emo @4846 @rjmtwit @chefdecemberskye to share what works for them.

Annie, I don't have EDS and my mattress story isn't related to neck/back discomfort. About 2 years ago I changed to a memory foam mattress that has noticeably improved my sleep. I made the switch after having made the experience of memory foam on vacation. During the vacation, I wasn't sure if I was sleeping better because I was relaxed on vacation or the mattress also helped. I'm pleasantly surprised that the mattress is helping to improve my sleep.

What different pillow or mattress options have you tried?

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