Give the Gift of a Great Night’s Sleep

Not to add anxiety or anything but it’s nearly the end of November. If you participate in the gift-giving holidays, you’ve probably already started shopping. And if you haven’t? Well, now is a great time. If you’re like most shoppers, your list is full of things like toys, electronics, and personal luxuries like perfume and jewelry. Now these are all great things but it seems like everyone forgets the option of giving a great night’s sleep. From pillows to toppers to a new mattress, we think holiday gifting should include luxurious items that will give something valuable to the giftee year ’round. For practically every budget, we’d like to suggest a few great gift ideas. Comfort and joy, indeed!

Gift Ideas Under $35
Wrapped with a satin or silk pillowcase, or just gifted by itself, pillows make affordable and appreciated gifts. Unlike a mattress, you really don’t need to know much about the person’s sleep habits to give a pillow. Something like our bed wedge is a great option for friends and family members who love to read, watch television, or surf the web from bed. It’s really even a great gift idea for teens who love computer and video games in their rooms. The pillow styles featured below are ideal for those who sleep in practically any position.

Spa Sensations Bed Wedge Pillow, $32, walmart.com

Spa Sensations Viscolatex Air Pillow, $16, spa-sensations.com

Gift Ideas Under $120
For a larger, even more luxurious gift, consider gifting a comfortable Spa Sensations mattress topper. Much like the pillows mentioned above, you really don’t have to know much about the giftee’s preferred sleep position or comfort level to give this gift of comfort. We’ve picked our most versatile, beloved styles to feature below. You just might win relative or friend of the year after giving something like these!

Spa Sensations 2-in-1 Plush Topper, $50-$80, walmart.com

Spa Sensations 3″ Viscolatex Topper, $80-$120, walmart.com

Gift Ideas Under $450
For your spouse, your children, or just for yourself, a new mattress can be the height of luxury when given as a gift. Of course comfort is subjective when it comes to mattresses, but thousands of positive reviews all point to the quality, support, and comfort of the mattresses we’ve singled out to suggest here. Yes, it’s a bigger purchase but it’s one that will give year after year for at least the next decade.

Spa Sensations 8″ MyGel Memory Foam Mattress, $200-$300, walmart.com

12″ Theratouch Memory Foam Mattress, $250-420, walmart.com

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The Mother Lode: Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2012

Mother’s Day is officially less than two weeks away: Sunday, May 13. If you find yourself cutting it close this year, never fear. We have been working hard, to find a diverse, affordable collection of Mother’s Day gift ideas for that special mom in your life. From the new mom to the seasoned pro, we’re practically positive you’ll find something she’ll (or you’ll) adore.

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