Memory foam pillow issue - too hard! - The DIS Discussion Forums

rszdtrvl · 12-13-2012, 11:26 AM

I purchased DH a memory foam pillow last week. Had him test it before I uncovered the plastic and tossed the box. He said it was great.

He attempted to use it that night, and said it was too hard. Like sleeping on a brick.

Is there any way to relax a hard memory foam pillow? Any hints you have?

We always use the same type, but I couldn't find them this time, so I had to get a new brand. At $20, I really don't want to toss it, and since it is out of the plastic, I can't return it either (it has been used).

pixiewings71 · 12-13-2012, 11:41 AM

Where did you buy it? Most stores will take it back even if you have used it. Can you perhaps save it for a guest room? I don't know how to relax a memory foam pillow but those were a couple of thoughts I had.

I keep thinking of getting the girls memory foam pillows but haven't done it just yet. LOL

Marionnette · 12-13-2012, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by rszdtrvl

I purchased DH a memory foam pillow last week. Had him test it before I uncovered the plastic and tossed the box. He said it was great.

He attempted to use it that night, and said it was too hard. Like sleeping on a brick.

Is there any way to relax a hard memory foam pillow? Any hints you have?

We always use the same type, but I couldn't find them this time, so I had to get a new brand. At $20, I really don't want to toss it, and since it is out of the plastic, I can't return it either (it has been used).

Where did you buy it? I know that Bed Bath & Beyond will take anything back, regardless of your reason. Just let them know that the pillow has been used so that they don't put it back out on the sales floor.

If you've already tossed the packing materials, then you're probably stuck with the pillow. Give it to the kids or put it in the guest bedroom as suggested by the PP. You can also try it out yourself to see if you like it.

AFAIK, there is no way to "relax" a memory foam pillow. They're made so that they don't relax.

Aneille · 12-13-2012, 12:08 PM

I got 2 free memory foam pillows with my memory foam mattress.

I love the mattress but I hate the pillows. They are super hard.

I use them behind my other pillow when I want to sit up and read in bed or watch tv.

E-P-C-O-T · 12-13-2012, 12:13 PM

Op, I know you already bought the pillow, but, DH and I got memory foam gel pillows and we absolutely love them.

DH has this one
http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/s...LinkType=PDPZ1

And I got this one
http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/s...LinkType=PDPZ1

We used to toss and turn all night and now we sleep like babies

Worth every penny!

rszdtrvl · 12-13-2012, 12:19 PM

We got them at Ross. I don't even have the receipt anymore - I tossed everything out after DH said the pillow would work.

Happyjen27 · 12-13-2012, 01:55 PM

I think you're stuck with it, as is. I bought one for DH too. He didn't like it either. They accept your impression more as they heat up from your body temperature, but I doubt it will ever be soft.

It's now on my daughter's bed in her pillow sham.

My other idea was to use it to smack intruders over the head if they came in the house.

rszdtrvl · 12-13-2012, 02:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Happyjen27

My other idea was to use it to smack intruders over the head if they came in the house.

That *is* a good idea, LOL.

Right now I am using it to prop myself up at night when he is trying to go to sleep and I am reading on my Kindle.

DisneyMomma81 · 12-13-2012, 02:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rszdtrvl

That *is* a good idea, LOL.

Right now I am using it to prop myself up at night when he is trying to go to sleep and I am reading on my Kindle.

That's the ideal use for memory foam pillows *supposedly they get harder over time. I use mine when I'm talking *on the phone* to DBF in the evening in bed.

brekin67 · 12-13-2012, 02:33 PM

Try putting them in between your mattress for a few days to see if that helps soften it.

tasha99 · 12-13-2012, 11:36 PM

My pillow is harder when my room is cold and it softens up at about 70 degrees.

ChrisinNJ · 12-14-2012, 05:25 AM

Memory foam pillows definitely soften with time and heat. My complaint it that mine is actually to soft, and has indented too much where my head usually lays. Try it again. Body heat should soften it.

mrodgers · 12-14-2012, 06:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Happyjen27

My other idea was to use it to smack intruders over the head if they came in the house.

If you have the superhuman strength to lift it up enough to swing at an intruder

12-13-2012, 11:26 AM	#1
rszdtrvl DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The 'deen, WA Posts: 2,468	Memory foam pillow issue - too hard! I purchased DH a memory foam pillow last week. Had him test it before I uncovered the plastic and tossed the box. He said it was great. He attempted to use it that night, and said it was too hard. Like sleeping on a brick. Is there any way to relax a hard memory foam pillow? Any hints you have? We always use the same type, but I couldn't find them this time, so I had to get a new brand. At $20, I really don't want to toss it, and since it is out of the plastic, I can't return it either (it has been used). __________________

12-13-2012, 11:41 AM	#2
pixiewings71 Sweet!!! Totally!!!!! YAY for good weather! It's that Disney Magic, I don't know how it works but it does! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Suisun City CA Posts: 21,351	Where did you buy it? Most stores will take it back even if you have used it. Can you perhaps save it for a guest room? I don't know how to relax a memory foam pillow but those were a couple of thoughts I had. I keep thinking of getting the girls memory foam pillows but haven't done it just yet. LOL __________________ Kerri DBF DD16 DD13 We took 14 trips from July 07-July 08 and around 16 from Jan 09-Jan 10. We did 5 trips 2011-2012. 2012-2013 2 trips so far. For tips on buying pins from eBay follow this link http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=3076860

12-13-2012, 12:08 PM	#4
Aneille I am still looking for mafia members And why don't boys play ringette? Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 1,474	I got 2 free memory foam pillows with my memory foam mattress. I love the mattress but I hate the pillows. They are super hard. I use them behind my other pillow when I want to sit up and read in bed or watch tv. __________________ Me DH 10 9 6 1.5

12-13-2012, 12:13 PM	#5
E-P-C-O-T DIS Veteran Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 626	Op, I know you already bought the pillow, but, DH and I got memory foam gel pillows and we absolutely love them. DH has this one http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/s...LinkType=PDPZ1 And I got this one http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/s...LinkType=PDPZ1 We used to toss and turn all night and now we sleep like babies Worth every penny! __________________ My is 4yrs old, she has been to Disney 15 times. She is very lucky little girl who Mickey as much as mommy. Baby's First trip - May 2009 CSR/AKV/BWV 2nd trip - September 2009 VWL/BLT 3rd trip - January 2010 POP/AKV 4th trip - April 2010 POP 5th trip - June 2010 AKL/BWV 6th trip - Sep 2010 BCV 7th trip - Jan 2011 POP/BWV 8th trip - May 2011 BCV/BWV 9th Trip - June/July 2011 SWAN/SSR 10th Trip - Sept 2011 AKV/BWV/BCV 11th Trip - Jan 2012 POP/BCV 12th Trip - Feb 2012 CSR - 13th Trip May 2012 POP/AKV/BWV Upcoming trips... 14th Trip - Sep 2012 AKV/BCV/Disney Dream 15th Trip - Dec 2012 Reunion Resort/WL Currently planning many other trips, but, Mommy is running low on DVC points

12-13-2012, 12:19 PM	#6
rszdtrvl DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: The 'deen, WA Posts: 2,468	We got them at Ross. I don't even have the receipt anymore - I tossed everything out after DH said the pillow would work. __________________

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12-13-2012, 01:55 PM	#7
Happyjen27 Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2012 Posts: 405	I think you're stuck with it, as is. I bought one for DH too. He didn't like it either. They accept your impression more as they heat up from your body temperature, but I doubt it will ever be soft. It's now on my daughter's bed in her pillow sham. My other idea was to use it to smack intruders over the head if they came in the house. __________________ (Me) Addicted Disney Planner (DH) The man I love who says things like "We aren't going to have it all planned out like that again are we?" (The Noodles) twin 6 year olds; Disney Fanatics in Training Dec 2012: Polynesian, my first trip Dec 2013: our upcoming stay at the Contemporary

12-13-2012, 02:33 PM	#10
brekin67 DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 1,424	Try putting them in between your mattress for a few days to see if that helps soften it.

12-13-2012, 11:36 PM	#11
tasha99 DIS Veteran Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alaska Posts: 3,240	My pillow is harder when my room is cold and it softens up at about 70 degrees.

12-14-2012, 05:25 AM	#12
ChrisinNJ DIS Veteran Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Jersey Shore, Too Far from the Mouse! Posts: 910	Memory foam pillows definitely soften with time and heat. My complaint it that mine is actually to soft, and has indented too much where my head usually lays. Try it again. Body heat should soften it. __________________ Christine DH & Me DD12 DS12 DD9

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