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How to Sleep During Pregnancy

Often a pregnant woman will say that one of the most difficult things to adjust to, during pregnancy, is sleep. How to sleep during pregnancy is a very common question and we hope to help you with some these tips:

Tips: Sleeping During Pregnancy

Buy a white noise machine that will make you feel calm (you can just as easily use your fan, humidifier or cell phone). Rub oils on your body or have your husband help with a massage. Make sure...

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Duvet vs. Comforter

Duvet vs Comforter, What is the Difference Between a Duvet and a Comforter?

Duvet vs Comforter, such an old bedding question, but a good one: What is the difference between a duvet and a comforter? Image from wsj.com   Which is the best bed cover option to use, to accentuate your bedroom decor? The truth is, it probably is a matter of practicality, but some might even make this decision solely based on aesthetics. Here, we will examine the pros and cons of...

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5 Ecofriendly Wedding Day Ideas

Looking To Have A "Green" Wedding Day?

It’s that time of year again, summer is in full effect and the wedding bells are ringing. For all of the brides and grooms getting married (some new “green” people and some die hard tree huggers), it should also be time to think about the plethora of opportunities to be kind to our planet while planning your wedding day.  Why not start with ecofriendly sheets?  That’s what we’re all about and we...

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5 Tips To Stop Snoring

According to a recent study by the Vancouver Sleep and Breathing Center, Pediatrics, BBC News, a staggering 59% of people say their partner snores. It's quite possible that your partner doesn't even know he/she snores until you tell them and sometimes, even when you tell them, they may be in denial. Snoring can be a very sensitive subject.  It might seem funny at first but snoring can cause turmoil in a relationship. As the person who is constantly waking up to it,...

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Best Sheets For Summer

Not sleeping well through the scorching summer nights? It can be difficult to sink into a tranquil night’s sleep when temperatures are high, and if you do not have the right setting or bedding, it can feel impossible. When it is 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 Celsius), and the sun is pounding on your house and windows all day long, bed sheets can feel sticky and clingy the moment you hop in. Even with a fan or an air conditioning system,...

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How To Dry Bed Sheets – Without A Dryer

Do you know anyone without a laundry dryer? How about someone who’s ecofriendly? If so, this article is for them!

Taking Care of Bed Sheets - Line Drying

If anyone has ever bought high quality bed sheets, it is advisable to take good care of them. Washing them in the washing machine on a "delicate" cycle is one thing but if you want to take it one step further, and try to stretch out their lifespan even...

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What To Do About Allergies?

According to Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, there are approximately 40 million Americans that have indoor/outdoor allergies as their primary allergy. Now, If you think about it, you spend a third of your life in bed (8 of 24 hours per day), so for someone who suffers seasonal allergies, creating an allergy-free bed is ultra important! A good night’s sleep and sniffle-free days are vital! Where are we going with this, you might ask? If you have seasonal allergies, Bamboo Sheets...

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A Simple Guide To A Good Night’s Sleep

According to research done at the Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania, it is now believed that a good night's sleep can boost immune system and help fight off infection. Also, according to a health website a good night's sleep also keeps your heart healthy, may prevent cancer and can certainly reduce stress... These health benefits are obviously very nice to have but they lead us to a very popular question: How much sleep do we really need at...

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Healthy and Eco-Friendly Bamboo Bedding

People from all over the globe (especially in the United States, Canada and Australia) are looking for ways to become more healthy and eco-friendly. We sleep for 1/3 of our lives, it only makes sense to sleep in non-toxic and non-chemical based sheets... For example, there are bamboo sheets sets (include 1 flat sheet, 1 fitted sheet and 2 pillow cases) that are made with natural fibers, considered ecofriendly and hypoallergenic. There are also

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