Why Side Sleepers Need Extra Care
If you’re a side sleeper, you’re not alone. Most Kiwis we meet in our Palmerston North and Auckland showrooms sleep on their sides. It’s comfortable, feels natural, and is one of the healthiest ways to rest. But here’s the catch: side sleeping puts more pressure on your shoulders and hips than any other position.
That’s why so many side sleepers wake up with stiff backs, sore hips, or even tingling arms. The mattress you choose can either make that pain worse or take it away.
What Actually Happens When You Sleep on Your Side
We’ve seen this firsthand:
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On a mattress that’s too firm, your shoulders and hips can’t sink in enough. That creates painful pressure points and pushes your spine out of alignment.
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On a mattress that’s too soft, your body sinks too far, bending your lower back unnaturally. Over time, this can cause or worsen chronic pain.
What you really need is a medium-soft balance something cushioned enough to relieve pressure, but supportive enough to keep everything in line.
The Features That Matter Most
Based on years of listening to our customers, here’s what side sleepers should look for:
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Plush top comfort: A Euro top or pillow top layer eases shoulder and hip pressure.
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Pocket springs: Each spring moves independently, so your body is supported evenly.
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Edge support: Reinforced edges stop sagging and keep the mattress stable.
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Breathable layers: Helps prevent overheating something Kiwi summers often highlight.
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Motion isolation: Essential for couples. You don’t want your partner’s tossing and turning keeping you awake.
Key Features Of Dream Comfort Mattress
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Feature |
Description |
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Cover Material |
High-Quality Knitted Fabric + Polyfiber Padding – Soft, breathable surface offering plush comfort and long-term durability. |
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Gel Memory Foam |
1cm Advanced Gel Memory Foam – Conforms to your body, regulates temperature, and relieves pressure points. |
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Cloud Feeling Foam |
2cm Pressure-Distributing Foam – Features a cross-linked molecular structure for zero-tension support and enhanced contouring. Honeycomb open-cell design allows air circulation and moisture evaporation. Treated for anti-microbial and anti-mite protection. |
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Supportive Core Layers |
Includes convoluted foam, high-density hard foam, and soft foam – Engineered for balanced firmness and comfort layering. |
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Pocket Spring System |
1.8 Gauge Individually Wrapped Coils – React independently to body movements, offering ergonomic alignment and minimizing partner disturbance. |
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Edge Support |
7cm Foam Box Encasement – Reinforces mattress edges and maximizes usable sleep surface for long-term structural integrity. |
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Total Height |
32cm – Multi-layered construction offering structured comfort and deep support. |
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Bed Frame Compatibility |
Suitable for all types of bed bases: Foundation, Slatted Base, and Box Spring. |
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Firmness Level |
Medium Firm |
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Recommended Sleep Positions |
Ideal for Side, Back, and Stomach Sleepers |
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Shipping & Setup |
Ships rolled and boxed – Convenient, easy setup at home. |
Dream Comfort Mattresses are Available in the following dimensions
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Width |
Depth |
Height |
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1520 mm |
2030 mm |
320 mm |
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1830 mm |
2030 mm |
320 mm |
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1670 mm |
2030 mm |
320 mm |
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1070 mm |
2030 mm |
320 mm |
How Our Dream Comfort Mattress Solves These Problems
Our Dream Comfort Medium-Soft Mattress was designed with side sleepers in mind.
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The Euro top surface cradles your shoulders and hips, giving you that plush relief.
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A layered foam system balances softness with underlying support.
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The 1.8 Gauge pocket spring core keeps your spine aligned while minimising partner disturbance.
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Reinforced edges prevent the sagging that often ruins a mattress after a few years.
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Breathable cotton and knitted fabrics keep airflow moving in NZ’s humid climate.
This combination means you don’t have to choose between “soft” and “supportive” you can have both.
Common Mistakes Side Sleepers Make
When customers come to us after buying elsewhere, these are the regrets we hear most:
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Buying the cheapest mattress, only for it to sag within 18 months.
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Choosing something that feels super soft in-store but causes back pain within weeks.
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Ignoring edge support, which leads to that “rolling off” feeling.
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Forgetting how hot some mattresses get, especially memory foam-heavy ones.
That’s why we recommend side sleepers test mattresses carefully, and always check the specs, not just the price tag.
A Real-World Example
One of our customers in Auckland told us she had been waking up with shoulder pain for years. She assumed it was just age. After moving to a Dream Comfort Medium-Soft, she noticed the pain ease within the first month. That’s the difference the right support can make.
Why Furniture Tree?
We’re a proudly NZ-based business, and we know what matters to Kiwi households: comfort, durability, and value. With the Dream Comfort Range, you get:
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A mattress engineered for real NZ sleepers
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Premium features without inflated “luxury” prices
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Easy mattress-in-a-box delivery anywhere in NZ
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Our local expertise to help you choose the right fit
Final Word
If you’re a side sleeper battling shoulder, hip, or back pain, don’t put up with it. The wrong mattress will only make things worse. The right one can give you deeper rest, better mornings, and long-term comfort.
Check out the Dream Comfort Medium-Soft Mattress at Furniture Tree today. We’ve seen firsthand how much of a difference it makes and we’d love for you to experience it too.