How to Use a Body Pillow
Body pillows are overly large pillows that are longer than they are wide. There are several purposes of a body pillow. The first is to give the body some support during sleep. The second is to allow an individual to cradle or squeeze the pillow at night for comfort. If you are using the pillow for fun, you can lie on it any way you wish. If, however, you are using the body pillow for support, you should position the body pillow the right way for your body. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Fold the body pillow in half and use it to prop up your upper back, head and neck. This will help those who suffer from breathing difficulties or acid reflux and have to sleep in an inclined position.
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Lie on your side and place the body pillow between your arms and legs. This means that one arm and leg will be draped over the body pillow. Then lay your head down just above your arms on the body pillow. Sleeping on your side is good for sufferers of sleep apnea. This position can also be beneficial to anyone suffering from fibromyalgia.
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Lie on your back and use the body pillow underneath your knees. This position is best for supporting your spine. It will keep your spine in alignment and help you experience less back pain.
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Lay on your side and use the body pillow to cradle your belly during pregnancy. The body pillow will help to make you more comfortable while giving your body some extra support. This will help you get some much-needed sleep before the baby arrives.
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Position one body pillow in front of you and use another behind you. If you tend to toss and turn a lot at night, this pillow configuration will help keep you more still.
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Tips & Warnings
Take some time to experiment with the body pillow to find the position that helps relieve the most stress from the body. You will know it is working if you wake up in the morning and notice that you are experiencing less pain.
Spending extra money for a name brand body pillow isn't necessary. They all work the same way.
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