Healthex Bed Wedge Pillow Cooling Gel Memory Foam Top - Acid Reflux, Heartburn, Allergies, Snoring - Ultra Soft Soft Removable Cover 8 inch Wedge

These expanded within 24 hours of taking them out of the box. We washed the covers but did not notice a terrible smell- we just wash everything we bring into the house these days. I got one because I am having surgery. I got one for my husband because he snores like a bear. The height is perfect. If we want them higher, we can put something under them, but they do not cramp your neck like two or three pillows stacked. I am happy with this purchase.

Good item

I had retinal surgery where I had to be face down for 2 weeks. That meant sleeping on my face. I rented equipment to help with keeping me face down but the sleeping situation was awful. The pad pressed on my face so hard that after 20 min the pain was unbearable and I had to wake up and move to the couch for another 20 min. This pillow was amazing, but I had to cut a hole after measuring the size of my face and made some vent holes so I could breathe while face down. This was so comfortable that I was able to lay face down all night without pain which finally allowed me to get rest. Totally worth the money, was a Godsend.

I've only used it a few nights so far. When I got it first, there was an awful strong smell, so I had to let it air out for at least 5 days. Definitely worth waiting for though. I find it very comfortable. I have acid reflux, so i have been wanting to try a wedge pillow for ages but was weary as I haven't always read good reviews. I also have back problems, so I need to use an orthopaedic pillow too, so the pillow actually works pretty well with the wedge. I was worried that I'd feel too high up but this isn't a concern, and I share a double bed with my partner. I have noticed that my acid reflux isn't as bad. I usually suffer every night. I also like to read in bed, so I've also turned the pillow over so that I can sit with my back to it, and I find this comfortable too. I hope that I'll get good use out of it, but I'd be happy now to spend the extra money on a more expensive one. I thought the price of this one was reasonable and worth it for my first time using one though.

The pillow arrive promptly i follow the instructions in 24 hours the pillow has taken shape. I wash the cover before use but that is something I always do the odor wasn't strong at all. I'm a side or belly sleeper but needed a pillow to help with my acid reflux so sleeping on my back is not my preferred position. That said the pillow is not as soft as i imagine probably it takes time to get use to, but it really help with my acid reflux and my neck was not sore from using to many pillows, that is the only reson i gave a four star other than that it really help with my acid reflux.