We all know that one person who needs a good rest after a challenging year. Maybe you are that person! Sleep is essential to our well-being, so perhaps the best gift you can give a loved one is something that encourages them to get some deep, nourishing rest.
Look no further! Below is our list of the Top 10 Sleep Gifts:
- White noise machine: Perfect for adults and children, the Little Weasel White Noise machine comes with 29 different sounds including white noise, nature sounds, womb sounds, etc. (Takealot.com, R995)
- A night under the stars: Think of all the good quality oxygen you’ll breathe in as you sleep under the stars. This is also a great way to reset your body clock. Make this a fun family night out, sleeping under the stars at the Lion Sands Tinga Lodge Tinyeleti Treehouse. Overlooking the Sabie River, the 50m² deck can accommodate a couple or family of two adults and two children.
- Matching Family Pyjamas: Welcome 2023 as a family that takes sleep seriously! Make cherished family memories with fun family pyjamas from Lovu, made right here in South Africa. Prices range from R80 to R495.
- A Sealy pillow: Another home-grown gift that shows you’re serious about sleep is a Sealy pillow. We produce eight different kinds of pillows right here in South Africa: My Coolsmart Gel Pillow, My Luxury and Ultra Luxury Natural Latex Pillows, My Gel Pillow, My Memory Pillow, My Comfort Memory Pillow, Hotel Comfort Pillow, and Natural Comfort Pillow. With such a wide selection, you’re sure to find a pillow that suits your needs and your budget. Click here to start browsing Sealy pillows.
- Portable block-out blinds: If you’re traveling this festive season, the portable and adjustable black out blinds by Gro Anywhere might be your perfect travel companion. It attaches to a window with suction cups, fits any window up to a maximum of 130cm x 198cm and the size can be reduced, it weighs only 200g and comes with a handy travel bag. (Goodnight Baby, R600)
- Laptop bed table: In a perfect world, it’s best to leave work outside of the bedroom. But this is not always possible. An adjustable laptop bed table allows you to work more comfortably, aligning your arms, forearms, and hands with the keyboard. (Makro, R425)
- Aurora lights projector: Seeing the Aurora Lights is a bucket-list item for many people. For those people, the Aurora Lights Projector is an ideal sleep gift. Choose between eight color variations and select the area and angle you want to project the lights. It also has an auto shut-off after one hour. (Takealot.com, R599)
- A selection of gourmet hot chocolates: There’s nothing quite as comforting as a nice warm cup of hot chocolate before bed. Good quality hot chocolate has been linked to mood-boosting, stress-fighting, and antioxidant health benefits. For the sleepy chocolate lover in your life, Nomu’s decadent hot chocolate gift contains four different types of hot chocolate. (Yuppiechef, R389)
- Stylish bedside lamps: Soft, warm lighting gives a bedroom a cozy feeling. We fell in love with the Monkey Lamps from Nap – a cute monkey holding the globe. This is a fun option for someone with a quirky décor style. (Nap, R1495)
- The ultimate gift: A Sealy mattress, the gift that keeps on giving. When you give someone a Sealy mattress, you give them the gift of sleep, and the benefits will be felt in so many different areas of their life, for years to come. Whether you’re giving a new mattress to your kids, your parents, your friends or your significant other, you can be sure there’s no better gift than a good night’s rest.
Mattress buying guide
When it comes to a mattress, it’s what’s inside that count. Thankfully, Sealy mattresses look as good on the outside as they do on the inside. Since a mattress is such a personal choice, where possible, involve the person who you’re buying the mattress for.
We recommend starting with our Mattress Selector, which is designed to provide you with tailored suggestions based on information related to your sleep and lifestyle. Once you know the type of mattress suitable for you, find your nearest approved Sealy retailer to try it out in person.
Below are some of our top tips for testing out a mattress in-store:
- Make yourself comfortable – Wear loose-fitting clothing that will allow you to move around comfortably. Feel free to take your favourite pillow with you so that you’re able to replicate your normal sleeping environment.
- Take your time testing a new mattress – The only way to be sure about which mattress is right for you is to spend time on it. Don’t be shy about trying each one to get a feel for the differences. Take your shoes off and spend about 15 minutes lying on each mattress in your normal sleeping position, until you find the one you’re sure you’ll be happy with.
- Shop around for a bargain – Shop around to find the best deal to fit your budget. Most importantly, think of your purchase as a valuable investment in yourself and your health because getting a good night’s sleep sets you up to tackle the challenges of everyday life with all the energy and enthusiasm you need.
- Make sure it’s #ClearlyASealy – Purchase your bed from an Authorised Sealy Retailer. If the store you’re shopping at isn’t on this list, contact us to check if that store is in fact authorised to sell Sealy mattresses.
