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Companies to Watch

Posted on March 6, 2013 by omigianna

Sleep Retailers’ BEDROOM Magazine has released an issue of 2013 Companies to Watch, and OMI made the cut! A list of 20 companies in the industry was released after Las Vegas Market, where we introduced our new GOLS certification and enlarged showroom. The article is available to view online HERE.

“OMI / California-based Organic Mattresses, Inc (OMI)’s impressive large-scale Organic Mattress Eco-Factory™ further substantiates its commitment to maintaining a smoke-free, fragrance-free, and cruelty-free environment. As the first US mattress manufacturer to receive GOLS certification on a mattress, OMI solidified its position as a luxury mattress manufacturer with an entire line of certified-organic latex and innerspring mattresses and sleep accessories. Visit www.omimattress.com or call 800.951.9196.”

Do you need a new pillow?

Posted on November 30, 2012 by omigianna

I just came across this great blog from our sister company, Lifekind. I figured I would share it with you:

How do you tell when you need a new pillow?

We all have a favorite pillow on our bed that we love and gravitate toward. Mine has a special pillow cover, so I know exactly which one it is. It started out so nice and tall, and slowly, over time, became as flat as a pancake without my even realizing how much it was changing.It got me thinking: How do we really know whether a pillow is right for us or when it’s time to replace it?Here are some questions that can help you determine when it’s time to replace that beloved pillow. A “Yes” answer to any question is a good indicator it may be time to move on:

Is your pillow misshapen or lumpy? Place it on a flat surface. Rather than laying flat, do you notice lumps or a misshapen surface?

Does your pillow fail the “force test”? For latex pillows, place your hand in the center of the pillow and push down. Is there sufficient resistance, or does your hand go all the way down to the surface underneath?For down pillows, fold them in half and then let them go. Natural-down pillows should slowly regain their shape, while synthetic down should spring back quickly. If they don’t, it may be time to move on.

Do you ache when you wake up in the morning?

Did you buy your pillow more than 24 months ago?

Do you wake frequently to readjust your pillow or change your head’s position? Having an inadequate or uncomfortable pillow can cause pain and prevent a restful night’s sleep. If your neck or back hurt, it may mean your pillow isn’t properly supporting your neck throughout the night. If you wake up periodically to readjust your head, it’s also reducing the amount of rest you’re getting. Without good, deep sleep, it can be harder to function throughout the day.Discovery News posted an article explaining why pillows become heavier as they age: “With just two years of use, one-third of a pillow’s weight is comprised of dead skin cells, bugs, and dust mites and their droppings.” (For more information on what may be inside your pillow, visit Discovery News HERE)

Read the full article on their blog

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After I read this, I went home and checked my pillow, and found that my pillow needed to be replaced too! I chose the Crush 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow for myself, while my husband enjoys a firmer pillow, so I am thinking a great holiday gift would be the Molded 100%-Natural Rubber Latex Pillow! I also saw the importance of a Pillow Barrier Cover for our pillows, to protect them from the things that we don’t want getting into them.

The Crush 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow

Certified Organic Cotton Bed-Bug and Dust-Mite Pillow Barrier Cover

Wool-Wrapped 100% Natural Shredded Rubber Pillow

100% Certified Organic Cotton Pillow

The Molded and Contour 100% Natural Rubber Latex Pillows

Pillows make such a great economical choice for a gift to help family members sleep safer. With the holidays fast approaching, why not give a small piece of comfort with an OMI pillow. Or if you’ve determined that you need to replace your favorite pillow, click HERE to find your local retailer to try out an OMI pillow today.

What Your Sleep Position Says About You

Posted on November 9, 2012 by omiclaire

When you go to bed every night you flop around until you find that perfect position in bed. A comfortable position is not just your key to a comfy night’s sleep, it can offer insights into your personality traits.

A study of 1,000 sleepers analyzed by body language expert Robert Phipps found that there were 4 main types of sleeping positions and each position pointed to specific personality traits. How do you sleep?

The Fetal Position

If you curl up into a ball when you sleep you are not alone. About half of the study group slept in a fetal position. According to the survey, sleepers who are sleeping in the fetal position are looking for comfort and are often constant worriers. While they are very conscientious during waking hours, these are people who tend to over think their tasks and daily lives. Also tend to be shy and sensitive, though they present a tough exterior to the world.

The Log Position

The log sleep position is when you sleep straight in a vertical line, with your arms at your sides. Nearly a third of the people studied slept like a “log” and this can indicate that they are a bit rigid with their personalities.

The Yearner

The yearner is when you lay on your side with your arms outstretched. The study showed about a quarter of sleepers sleep in the yearner position. Yearners are people who get up in the morning with an excitement to get out there and chase their dreams.

The Freefall Position

The freefall position is when you sleep on your stomach with your arms and legs all over the bed. Only a fifth of the people studied were considered freefallers. The freefall position can indicate that the sleeper is seeking control of time and space in a way that they do not feel they have when they are awake.

Regardless of what position you sleep in, you should be doing it on an OrganicPedic Mattress. Discover your perfect position by visiting an OMI retailer near you. Find them on our Store Locator HERE.

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