Right now, Helix is running one of our top Black Friday sales . Get the Helix Midnight Luxe for 27% off using the code SELF27, and the brand will also throw in a free bedding bundle. I’ve struggled with sleeping for most of my adult life, but recently, I’ve really tried to be proactive about my sleeping habits .
I’ve tracked my sleep with the Oura ring , tested several pillows for side sleepers , and incorporated techniques to help me fall asleep faster . So when I had the chance to review the Helix Midnight Luxe mattress, which was designed with side sleepers in mind, I jumped at the opportunity to try it. Your sleeping position should be one of the first things you consider when purchasing the best mattress for you.
If you’re a side sleeper like me, you know how hard it is to find the right amount of firmness and support for your body. “For side sleepers, mattresses with some amount of give can be optimal to alleviate pressure through the hip and shoulder,” Naimish Baxi, MD, physiatrist at Hospital for Special Surgery, previously told SELF. Not having the right amount of firmness and cushion to accommodate the added weight of your shoulders, hips, and knees where they press into the mattress can ultimately lead to back and shoulder pain, which I’ve experienced a lot throughout my life.
I was excited to try this Helix mattress because the company claims that its memory foam is optimal for side-sleeper pressure point relief. Below is my full Helix Midnight Luxe .