Getting a new mattress is a lot like getting a new car. You likely wait several years between purchases, and there's a new smell and feel to experience. Just as it takes a few days to get used to handling a new vehicle, it may take some time adjust to your new bed.
Your mattress may need time to breathe
Typically, mattress manufacturers immediately seal their products at the end of the production line. This routine means a new mattress may have a slight smell – like a new car – and its materials may be compacted slightly.
When your new mattress arrives, consider removing the plastic wrap and letting it sit for a few hours to breathe. That new mattress smell will likely dissipate within a few days, and materials such as memory foam will settle into a more comfortable shape. If your bedroom tends to be cold, consider turning the heat a few degrees higher to help this process along.
Your new mattress may need a little time to breathe after delivery.Your mattress may need to be broken in
For some people, the first night with their new mattress is the best sleep they've had for years. But this isn't always the case. Your previous mattress had years to conform to your body, so a new one will likely feel different. Plus, if you're switching from a traditional spring mattress to memory foam, there may be an additional period of adjustment.
It may take a few nights to become fully adjusted to your new mattress, so don't get discouraged if you feel a little uncomfortable. By sleeping on your new bed every night, you'll help the materials conform more closely to your unique frame. Note, most mattress comfort guarantees require the buyer to sleep on the product for 30 days, as it may take that long to break in the materials.
Your body may may need to adjust, too
If it's been years since you last bought a mattress, your body has likely gotten used to sleeping in a specific posture. In some cases, that means your body has overcompensated for an old bed, and a new one may feel foreign. You may even feely achy, like when you start a new exercise regimen. Again, this is a normal part of the process of becoming acquainted with the new mattress. Give your body a few weeks to grow accustomed to its new bed, and you'll likely see an improvement in your comfort level.
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