How often do you replace pillows? I've read

[tanyev]

4. I stopped using a pillow.

I finally realized the contour neck pillow I’d invested in was not only not helping my neck issues, but it was giving me sleep apnea by levering my neck upwards. I tried several other types of pillows, but nothing was “just right”.

One thing I realized from all my experimentation is that I like a fairly firm pillow, but it can’t be too high. I finally settled on a small plushy velour throw, folded so it can be zipped into a case for a throw pillow, about 8 x 14. That gives it structure. Then I stick that into a regular pillowcase because the case for the throw pillow has a rough texture.

My neck is happy, my sleep apnea is gone and the really awesome thing about this system is that all three elements can go in the washer and dryer frquently.