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Girlfriend Writes Off Her Ex

GiggleSugar — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 11:00:00 -0800

And a good night's sleep. So much for not airing our dirty ~~laundry~~ mattress in public.

Thanks, College Humor!

Does Your Love Life Need A New Mattress?

GiggleSugar — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 14:45:00 -0700

When your mattress shows up your man, I think it's time.

Mattress Smackdown

GiggleSugar — Tue, 26 Dec 2006 02:02:00 -0800

Judging from the opening scene of this low budget furniture commercial, I knew I hit the jackpot. I don't know what genius decided to let Vinnie T--sporting a goofy wig and a bad ass leather jacket while strumming a silent guitar--throw himself off the side of a building to sell mattresses, but he was onto something. I suddenly need to lie down. Laughing this hard is tiresome.

What Are Your Thoughts on the Love Mattress?

DearSugar — Tue, 15 Jan 2008 16:00:00 -0800

Are you a cuddler? I didn't used to be, but I love cuddling now. It makes me feel so much more connected and there's nothing like waking up in the middle of the night with my boyfriend's arms wrapped around me! While the idea of sleeping in his nook sounds dreamy, it can be incredibly uncomfortable for him if his arm is constantly falling asleep or getting sore from the amount of weight on it throughout the night. If slack arm is a problem in your relationship, ladies, you're in luck! Mehdi Mojtabvi has developed the Love Mattress which prevents limp arm and abnormal pressure on your muscles throughout the night.
The polyurethane-injected foam strips are placed in the middle of the bed to offer room for your arms, shoulder, and feet so you can have a pressure-free, good-night's sleep while cuddling all night long! Once it's fully assembled, a normal fitted sheet fits right on top. Even though this great invention is not yet on the market, it's a novel idea if you ask me, but what do you all think? Would your sleeping habits benefit from something like this?

The How-To Lounge: Mattress Shopping

DearSugar — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 10:45:00 -0700

How well do you sleep? Over 70% of Americans don't get enough sleep or quality sleep, and yet choosing the right bed doesn't rank up there with other important purchases, like buying a car. While many other factors could be contributing to your poor sleep, it might be time to get serious about your rest and consider a new mattress.

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Shopping for a new mattress can be a confusing process, but finding your perfect match will be worth the frustration, I promise. There are many factors to consider for this big ticket item: brand, size, fabrication, construction and firmness. Keep these tips in mind when you begin the search.

Be prepared to spend a chunk of change. A mattress set can range anywhere from $500-$5,000
Try to focus on comfort, durability and construction instead of the price tag when looking at your options. We spend roughly one third of our lives in bed; you want to think of this as a health investment
If you're in a relationship, shop with your sleep partner. Spend time together on the different beds, and be aware that you shouldn't feel too much movement from the other person. Spend a good 10-15 minutes on the bed and try to get a real feel for it. If the sales associate is hovering and you're self-conscious, tell them you'd like some time alone to really focus on how the bed feels
Inform the sales associate about your sleeping habits. Let them know if you sleep on your side, back, or stomach, and if you have any neck or back issues. This will help them to direct your search
If you don't use a platform, be sure to purchase a new box spring with the mattress. They're made to work together
Don't let the sales associate intimidate or pressure you. Stay focused on your comfort and the quality of your investment
The best way to test a bed is to sleep on it. If you think you've found your winner, ask friends or a nearby hotel if they have the same bed and try it out for a night. That's how I knew it was true love with my tempurpedic

Temperature, stress, light and noise make an impact on the quality of your sleep. Still, your best sleep happens on the best mattress for you. Think of it as a necessity, not an indulgence! If you want to share any details about your bed and what makes it work for you, that might be a good way to pool our knowledge for the next mattress shopping trip.

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A&E's Obsessed Explores Extreme Hoarding

TresSugar — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:35:00 -0700

Do you have a slight problem with being messy? This week's A&E’s Obsessed, in its exploration of the obsessive compulsive disorder extreme hoarding, will have you cleaning up your apartment or desk and feeling for poor Russ, who can't stop buying things and also can't bear to throw anything away. "I get attached to things," he says, "because I don't have people to care about."

As a result, Russ's apartment is packed to the gills with furniture, mattresses, antiques, and tchotchkes that literally keep him from getting past his front door. In fact, he admits he's slept in front of it before because he couldn't get past his junk. He sometimes even sleeps outside, where he says there's at least fresh air and no feeling of claustrophobia. To find about Russ and extreme hoarding, read more

Why would someone accumulate so much stuff that his home becomes uninhabitable and unfit for guests? According to Russ's cognitive behavioral therapist, a hoarder cannot distinguish the level of an object's importance with respect to other objects. Everything is important, everything imbued with sentimental value, everything may be something the hoarder will need in the future.

In Russ's case, losing his mother was the trigger for his hoarding. "When I touch or hold a keepsake," he says, "it's like being held nearby her." But we're not just talking about photos of his mother or things she owned. Russ struggles with his therapist to throw away a dime store Santa figurine because it's wearing a purple scarf - his mother's favorite color.

Lucky for Russ, he has a great therapist and the true desire to let go of these objects and their relation to his losses so that he can clear the way for a new life.

Do You Have Any Self-Destructive Habits?

TresSugar — Fri, 22 May 2009 13:00:00 -0700

A US appeals court upheld a 2006 ruling today saying that cigarette makers lied about the risk of smoking and could no longer use the labels "low tar" and "light." In addition, the ruling found cigarette companies like Philip Morris guilty of racketeering and fraud.

Most of us don't need the court system to tell us that cigarettes are unhealthy and potentially deadly, but even in health-obsessed San Francisco, I see young women lighting up all the time (outside, of course).

In a recent Dr. Phil episode on drunk driving, a young woman admitted to drinking every night and some mornings, and yet denied she had a drinking problem. She even told the audience that she had everything under control because she bought an air mattress to put in the back of her car for those girls' nights out involving heavy drinking - so she could sleep it off in the back seat! You know you have a drinking problem when . . .

Do you have any self-destructive habits - daily pot smoking, or drinking and/or smoking too much - and are you doing anything to take care of yourself?

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Do Tell: Where Do You Keep Your Condoms?

DearSugar — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 12:00:00 -0700

Even if you don't buy your condoms in bulk, many of you might have a few laying around the house. It's common practice to keep them in your medicine cabinet or your bedside table drawer, but I've seen them in much more interesting places like in the kitchen or under the mattress! So where do you keep your condoms? Tell me in the comments below!

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The How-To Lounge: Making the PERFECT Bed!

DearSugar — Fri, 03 Aug 2007 10:00:00 -0700

If you're like 70% of other Americans then you are unfortunately not getting enough or adequate sleep. Of course there are the obvious reasons why someone would have a hard time catching their zzz's, but there are ways to at least try to guarantee a good night's sleep.

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Your first order of business should be investing in the right mattress. They are no doubt costly, but well worth it!
If dishing out the dough isn't in your budget right now, buy a nice feather bed (preferably down) to place on top of your old mattress to offer contour and softness
If you are a hot sleeper, a feather bed might not be the right choice for you. Opt for a wool filled mattress pad which absorbs moisture and helps regulate bed temperature. Egg crates and other foam mattress pads are known to trap heat and lose their shape easily so while they are cheaper, they aren't as efficient
I personally feel that the more full the bed, the more cozy it is which is why I strongly recommend buying a feather-down duvet. They are sold in all kinds of weights so go thick if you tend to get cold, and thin if you get hot in your sleep. If you like your bed really, REALLY full, try double stuffing your duvet cover with two inserts!
I am also a firm believer in down pillows - but remember, you should replace them at least every three years. Ten percent of the weight of just a 2 year old pillow is due to dust mites, mold, fungus, droppings and bacteria. EWW! If you have back or neck problems, you might want to try a tempurpedic pillow, but the same replacement rules apply
A rule of thumb with anything made out of feathers - every time you make your bed, shake out your comforter and your pillows to redistribute the feathers evenly
Invest in good linens. Surrounding yourself with soft materials and fluffy pillows will no doubt help you fall asleep easier. Thread count does matter. Aim for at least a 200 count per inch and always buy 100% cotton sheets as they are easier to iron. A good tip if you don't want to iron your sheets is to put them on your bed slightly damp or if you want to indulge, send them to get laundered!
Always keep a throw on or close by your bed. Since it's summer, on hot nights you don't necessarily need all your sheets and blankets, just a light cover will do the trick

Taking a an extra 3 minutes in the morning to make your bed as if you were expecting company will surely make it all the more exciting to get into it come bed time. I hope these tips help, and don't blame me if you can't get out of bed in the morning!

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More Commercials Need to Be Like This

GiggleSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 12:00:00 -0800

Mr. Spriggs knows not only about BBQ but about advertising as well. I would totally pay attention to commercials if they were all this cool. Hire a local singer, write an awesome song, show pictures of people nonironically enjoying your product, and voila! A commercial worth watching. Almost as good as Head On, Stanley Steemers, and Mattress Discounters. You're gettin' there, Mr. Spriggs!