BIRCH ORGANIC PILLOW REVIEW
The Birch Organic Pillow stands out in the bedding industry for its commitment to sustainability, premium materials, comfort, and support.
Crafted with natural and certified-organic materials, including wool, and designed for various sleep styles, it offers a unique blend of plushness and responsiveness.
Let’s take a closer look at it composition, firmness, temperature regulation, maintenance, suitability for different sleepers, and more.
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Birch Organic Pillow - Composition
Cover Material: Organic Cotton
The pillow has a 100% organic cotton cover, identical to the soft cotton used on the Birch Mattress, which is sourced in Canada.
We found this cover to not only be soft to the touch but also highly breathable, promoting airflow and ensuring a cool sleeping surface under the head and face. Its subtle stretch adds to the overall comfort, making it gentle against the skin.
Fill Material: Organic Birch Wool + Shredded Natural Latex
Inside, the pillow boasts a core of shredded GOLS-certified organic latex sourced in Sri Lanka. This latex provides the necessary support and resilience, adapting to the contours of your head and neck.
Encasing the latex core is a layer of organic Birch Wool, sourced in New Zealand, and known for its plushness and moisture-wicking properties. This combination ensures both comfort and temperature regulation throughout the night as wool is a natural way for the body to auto-regulate its own temperature. Additional high-quality wool acts as a natural fire retardant, making the Birch Organic Pillow an even safer pillow to sleep on.
Birch Organic Pillow Sleep Tests
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The Birch Organic Pillow has a medium firmness that balances support and softness. Its shredded latex core adapts to different sleep positions while maintaining shape and spinal alignment and feeling neither too soft, nor too firm. |
The Birch Organic Pillow excels at temperature regulation, thanks to its breathable organic cotton cover and moisture-wicking wool layer. The ventilated shredded latex core further enhances airflow, helping hot sleepers stay cool throughout the night, and of course working really well with cold sleepers as well. |
The Birch Organic Pillow cannot be machine washed. Instead, blot accidental stains with a cloth, water, and mild detergent without over-saturating with water. Let it fully air dry prior to covering back with a pillowcase. |
We especially recommend the Birch Organic Pillow to side and back sleepers, as it offers ample loft and responsive support to align the neck and spine in a healthy manner. While it may feel too elevated for stomach sleepers, its natural materials provide contouring comfort across most positions. |
Firmness
We found the Birch Organic Pillow to have a medium firmness, well balanced between adequate support for the neck and head, while maintaining a comfortable, pressure-relieving, softness.
The shredded latex core contributes to its responsiveness, allowing the pillow to adjust to different sleeping positions without losing its shape, and providing the right amount of pressure relief and support to align sleepers’ spines from the neck down.
Temperature Regulation & Cooling Technology
One of the standout features of the Birch Organic Pillow is its excellent temperature regulation, thanks to the natural materials used in its construction.
Starting with its organic cotton cover, which facilitates airflow and wicks away moisture from the skin, while the natural wool layer naturally wicks away moisture as well, keeping the sleeping surface dry and cool. Lastly, the shredded latex core promotes ventilation and air flow, preventing heat buildup throughout the entire pillow.
This makes the Birch Organic Pillow a great option for all sleepers. Hot sleepers will appreciate the body’s ability to regulate its own temperature, with no risk of excessive sweat and heat generation over night, while cold sleepers will benefit from the same body heat auto-regulation, which allows them to sleep at their most comfortable temperature.
Maintenance
Maintaining the Birch Organic Pillow is straightforward. While the pillow is not machine washable, it can be spot cleaned with a mild detergent. Blot the stain with a cloth, water, and detergent without over-saturating it with water and without rubbing the stain, which could further spread it.
After cleaning, make sure to fully air dry your pillow before adding your pillowcase back on. This care routine ensures longevity and hygiene of your Birch Organic Pillow.
Sleeping Styles
We loved the Birch Organic Pillow for its versatility. While not customizable, its construction makes it attractive to many sleepers:
Side Sleepers
Side sleepers will find the Birch Organic Pillow particularly accommodating. Its medium loft and firmness provide the necessary support to keep the spine aligned, reducing pressure on the shoulders and neck.
Back Sleepers
Back sleepers will also benefit from the Birch Organic Pillow’s balanced support. The combination of latex and wool ensures that the head is cradled without sinking too deeply, maintaining proper alignment with the spine.
Stomach Sleepers
Stomach sleepers might find the pillow slightly too lofty, potentially causing neck strain. While the pillow’s moldability allows for some adjustment, those who prefer a flatter pillow might need to consider alternatives.
Who Is The Birch Organic Pillow Good For?
Let’s take a look at who we mostly recommend the Birch Organic Pillow to:
Eco-Conscious Consumers: Those seeking sustainable and organic bedding options will appreciate the pillow’s natural materials and certifications.
Allergy Sufferers: The hypoallergenic properties of latex and wool make it resistant to dust mites, mold, and mildew, a great option for sleepers with sensitivities, allergies, and skin or hair conditions.
Combination Sleepers: The pillow’s adaptability suits those who change positions throughout the night.
Hot Sleepers: Its excellent temperature regulation ensures a cool sleeping environment.
Birch Organic Pillow Prices & Discounts
Birch Living by Helix is an American mattress and bedding manufacturer that manufactures natural and organic mattresses and bedding accessories in Phoenix, AZ, USA. We love their commitment to sustainability and clean practices.
The Birch Organic Pillow is available in 2 sizes: Standard and King, and priced at a premium for the premium materials found in it, and its premium construction.
Make sure to click the box above to claim the deepest discounts.
Current non-discounted prices (you should find discounts up to 25% OFF depending on the time of year):
Standard
- 28" L x 20" W
King
- 36" L x 20" W
Birch Organic Pillow
The Birch Organic Pillow is a premium choice for those prioritizing sustainability, comfort, and support in their bedding. Its thoughtful combination of organic cotton, wool, and latex offers a sleep experience that caters to various needs, especially for side and back sleepers.
While it may not suit everyone’s preferences, particularly stomach sleepers or those seeking a machine-washable option, its benefits make it a worthy consideration for many.
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FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
Birch Living sent us this Organic Pillow for testing purposes. This review is not sponsored and all opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Use this link for the Birch Living Store Locator. If none are conveniently located, you have 100 days to make sure you love your Birch mattress, during which you can return your purchase – a $99 return fee will be charged.
It is manufactured in the U.S. with materials from overseas: latex from Sri Lanka, cotton from Canada, and wool from New Zealand.
Yes, Birch Living sells 2 premium adult mattresses, as well as a kid mattress.
Yes, you can purchase Birch bed bases and a wide range of bedding accessories.
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Laura Georgieff
Laura is a mother of three who did not sleep through the night for the first 5.5 years of her kids' lives. She is passionate about sleep quality and loves sharing her experience and knowledge of all thing bedding! It is her mission to help you make the best decisions when it comes to sleep and help you get the best deal on the market!
Is the Birch Organic Pillow adjustable?
No, the fill is not adjustable or removable, but the shredded latex provides natural moldability.
Is the Birch Organic Pillow machine washable?
No, the pillow is not machine washable. Spot clean only with mild detergent.
Does the Birch Organic Pillow sleep hot?
No, it sleeps cool thanks to breathable organic cotton, wool, and ventilated latex.
What certifications does the Birch Organic Pillow have?
It’s GOTS and GREENGUARD Gold certified for organic and low-emission materials.
What is the return policy on the Birch Organic Pillow?
It comes with a 30-night sleep trial and a 1-year warranty.
