But, what are the signs of a mattress that is too soft? How can I tell? You can tell that your mattress is too soft if you wake up with lower back pain, overall muscle and joint stiffness, if you feel like you’re “bottoming out” when you lay down on your bed, and if you have a hard time getting out of your bed.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Read on to learn more about the signs of sleeping on a mattress that are too soft, and also how to make the mattress harder if needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before we get to the signs, I must say that the following signs may also be because your mattress is too firm. You see, both a mattress that is too soft and one that is too firm will cause many of the same symptoms. If you think that your mattress is too firm, check out this post.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n A tight and aching lower back is the most prevalent symptom of an overly soft bed. This typically occurs first thing in the morning, after you’ve been in bed for a long time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n While there are many reasons for a sore lower back, recurring morning aches and pains are usually a sign that your bed is the source of your discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Tossing and turning are regular occurrences; stress, anxiety, and even bad health can all contribute to insomnia. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the length of time it takes to get comfortable at night is greatly influenced by your mattress. If you’re continually shifting your position, it could be an indication that your muscles aren’t able to rest completely. A symptom telling you that your mattress is too soft.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Stomach sleepers should be extra careful with the firmness of their mattress<\/a>. Sleeping on your stomach puts extra strain on your neck, jaw, and upper back due to the unnatural twisting required in that position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you still experience shoulder and neck pain even after sleeping on your stomach using the right type of pillow, that is a clear indication that your hips are sinking too deep into the mattress, and the solution is to get a firmer mattress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Are you finding it difficult to get in and out of your bed? If you find yourself “stuck” in your bed and find it hard getting up and off the mattress, your mattress may be too soft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Though memory foam and other highly conformable materials might add to the problem, feeling “stuck” in a hybrid mattress or with latex or latex-alternative foam indicates that firmness is absent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A good mattress should have three layers, including a top comfort layer, a middle transitional layer, and a bottom support layer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The comfort and transitional layers are made to adapt to your body’s curves and provide comfort. If you sink to the lowest support layers, your mattress is either excessively soft or old.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As you can see in the image below, the mattress is too soft making her hips sink down too much into the mattress. This is a common reason for back and hip pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Before looking into alternative possibilities, examine if your mattress comes with a sleep trial and, if so, whether it is still valid. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Many mattress sellers allow you to change from a softer to a firmer mattress if you find that you prefer a firmer choice after sleeping on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Investing in a mattress topper<\/a> is a great solution. A mattress topper sits on top of your mattress to offer extra comfort, support, and firmness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mattress toppers<\/a> are found in a range of firmness levels and fillings, and they enhance the feel of your mattress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our firm mattress topper top pick: PlushBeds Natural Latex Topper – Extra Firm<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n Adding plywood or an MDF sheet below your mattress is one of the most popular ways to make a mattress firmer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Since the surface is solid and even, it will feel more supportive and help slow down the dipping and sagging of the mattress<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your mattress will not feel as firm on a sprung divan basis as on a solid platform divan base. This is because the base and your mattress move together while you sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to make your mattress firmer, switching to a platform divan base will do it immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Your bed frame’s slats may have become weaker, misplaced, or damaged. If that is the case, the uneven surface will impact the firmness of your mattress; replacing your bed frame or slats will solve this problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A new bed frame with new slats will provide more support. Go for bed frames with sturdy slats to make your mattress firmer. They create a more supportive feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Turning your mattress is necessary to ensure that the fillings are well distributed. It helps keep your mattress firmer for longer and maintains it in good shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Check the care booklet to see if it has to be flipped or rotated and how often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Pulling your bedding tight to the corners of your mattress is an excellent technique to make your mattress feel firmer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Because the mattress is under more pressure, it feels more supportive. Pull the sheets tight across your mattress to ensure it remains firm every morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Changing your linens on a regular basis keeps your mattress smelling good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n5 Signs Telling You Your Mattress May be Too Soft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nSign 1: If you experience a stiff and sore lower back<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sign 2: If you find it hard to get comfortable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sign 3: If you wake with neck or shoulder pain after sleeping on your stomach<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sign 4: If you find it hard to get in and out of bed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Sign 5: You feel like you’re “bottoming out” when you hop into bed<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nHow to Fix a Mattress That is Too Soft<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Step 1: Replace with a firmer mattress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Use a mattress topper<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 3: Put plywood between the bed frame and the mattress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 4: Replace the divan base<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Buy a new bed frame or slats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nStep 6: Rotate your mattress regularly<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 7: Keep your bedding flat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Step 8: Air the mattress out<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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