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Pillow...

Mom2Dogs — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:52:18 GMT

I am in need of a pillow that will keep my head slightly raised at night. I sometimes have sinus issues and lately I wake up very early in the am with my nose stuffy and a miserable headache.

I don't have a cold, I am pretty certain it is from my head laying to flat at night.. Thanks

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CAcableGirl2 — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:19:30 GMT

@Mom2Dogs I have some My Pillows and love them. You can adjust the height depending on how much you move the inside foam pieces around by scrunching it up. I believe when I bought them there was a medium and a firm version, and I prefer the medium one. I even purchased a travel size one so I wouldn't be without it.

Some don't like them, but they are all I use now. I no longer have neck pain in the morning once I got mine.

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Hopein24 — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 12:30:52 GMT

I use My Pillow (Not the premium, the regular ones) and have for about 8 years now. I love them, they are completely adjustable by fluffing them just how you want. Also, after about 3 months or so, I will fluff mine on warm in the dryer and they come out full and very nice, just like new! I have two of the travel size pillows also and they are of the same great quality. All of them regardless of size, launder beautifully and always come out like brand new and mine are about 8 years old! They are on sale right now if you go to their website.

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goldensrbest — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:38:38 GMT

Coop home pillows, i just love them.Also,maybe a wedge pillow.

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hopi — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:08:44 GMT

@Mom2Dogs

Have had the same issue you are speaking of. Reading on it there are a few things that help. Two softer firm pillows layered so you head is up but you are not closing your airway. It will help keep your neck supported Also sleeping on you left side with a double pillow will help your breathing.

My Pillow foam smells awful and it is all full chuncks it makes it feel llke throw-up.

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Big Joanie — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:41:16 GMT

I love the my pillow ... I did find I could not put them in

pillow protectors as the foam needs to move around ..

I have developed sinus trouble of late .. yes .. headache

every morning ....

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LindaSal — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 14:46:00 GMT

@Mom2Dogs I agree regarding My Pillow brand, it's a good pillow for sure. Also a wedge pillow is wonderful for sinus issues as @goldensrbest suggested. I have long suffered with acid reflux and that's why I bought my wedge pillow on Amazon years ago.

I only use it when needed and it works! I too developed some serious sinus issues last spring and summer, never had that in my life........but there you go, things can change fast. The wedge pillow really helped me with that situation too.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:07:49 GMT

We've been using My Pillows for several years. They launder easily and fluff back up in the dryer, as needed. We won't sleep on anything else.

@Mom2Dogs - have you considered nasal rinsing with a NeilMed bottle and saline packets? I've been rinsing for several years. I had polyps removed and the ENT prescribed rinsing twice daily. I use a prescribed steroid with mine but lots of people rinse, to alleviate congestion and give freer breathing. It also might be a good idea to set up an appointment, to see if you have polyps.

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Big Joanie — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:17:32 GMT

@LindaSal wrote:
@Mom2Dogs I agree regarding My Pillow brand, it's a good pillow for sure. Also a wedge pillow is wonderful for sinus issues as @goldensrbest suggested. I have long suffered with acid reflux and that's why I bought my wedge pillow on Amazon years ago.
I only use it when needed and it works! I too developed some serious sinus issues last spring and summer, never had that in my life........but there you go, things can change fast. The wedge pillow really helped me with that situation too.

Me Too ... Oh I've had some sinus infections from time to time

but nothing like this ...Dr. found no blockage but some

inflammation ... CT Scam tomorrow .. we'll see what that

shows ....

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Big Joanie — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:19:13 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch wrote:
We've been using My Pillows for several years. They launder easily and fluff back up in the dry, as needed. We won't sleep on anything else.

@Mom2Dogs - have you considered nasal rinsing with a NeilMed bottle and saline packets? I've been rinsing for several years. I had polyps removed and the ENT prescribed rinsing twice daily. I use a prescribed steroid with mine but lots of people rinse, to elevate congestion and give freer breathing. It also might be a good idea to set up an appointment, to see if you have polyps.

Yes .. my Dr. said I may have to nedi pod twice a day ... plus

nose drops ....

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LindaSal — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:20:11 GMT

Wishing you the best @Big Joanie !

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Big Joanie — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:20:56 GMT

@LindaSal wrote:
Wishing you the best @Big Joanie !

thank you .. appreciate it ...

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Mom2Dogs — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 15:56:05 GMT

@JeanLouiseFinch I do use one on occasion. I have dry eye syndrome...so I think part of my drippy nose is from my eyes being irritated.

I have seen an ENT and nothing was really wrong.

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KBEANS — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:38:53 GMT

@Mom2Dogs

I just bought the Joy Mangano Clean boss pillow from HSN. I received it 2 weeks ago, slept on it, for that amount of time, and ordered another 3. I love it. I wasn't a My pillow person. It kept puffing up on both sides of me when I flipped over on my back. These don't do that, and are really comfortable.

Watch the presentation on HSN and if you're inclined order one and see if you like it. 39.99...worth it. 💤 ⛅️

PS I have sinus issues too.

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KBEANS — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 16:46:53 GMT

@Big Joanie I had balloon sinuplasty over 20 years ago after a CT showed a 90% blockage that happened due to chronic allergies and polyps. They also did a turbinectomy to improve breathing.

It was the best thing I ever did health wise. I used to have chronic sinus infections that were terrible! Post nasal drip, that triggered coughing, ear infections etc.

Since that surgery I've had maybe 3! Hope you don't need it, but if you do...do it for your health.

😃

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Krimpette — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 17:51:27 GMT

@KBEANS I'm with you! I've always enjoyed Joy's pillows! I sleep on them every night, and even have one on my sofa for any nap times I desire!!!

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yamma024 — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:32:48 GMT

@Mom2Dogs And anyone else who likes My Pillow, they are on sale for $14.99 and FREE SHIPPING!! There is a promo code you need for free shipping. I need to watch the commercial again to find out what it is. I am going to buy a few more, I love those pillows.

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We rescue cats — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:03:04 GMT

Thank you for the reminder on My Pillow. I need new pillows and this post was the kick in the butt I needed!!

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YanksFan — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 20:26:08 GMT

I agree on the recommendations for My Pillow. I haven't found anything that is anywhere near as comfortable. As someone with allergies and sinus problems it is wonderful that they can be so easily laundered without losing their shape.

I was never particularly successful using a neti pot to flush my sinuses. I bought a Navage and it has really made a difference. Whenever I get congested or start to feel an infection coming on I use it. I don't want to be graphic but it is amazing all the gunk comes out of the sinuses.

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katie1859 — Tue, 28 Jan 2025 21:07:10 GMT

I sleep with 3

I use Martha Stewart firm 2 pk, then I have a Serra soft

I too have sinus and my allergists said sleep elevated

It has helped a lot!!