The pillow, reinvented.
After realising her physicality as well as her appearance was being affected by how she was sleeping, Hyoumankind founder Steph Wyborn bought every ‘quality’ pillow she could get her head down on. None of them delivered on their promises of better sleep.
So she set out to reinvent the pillow.
The kitchen bench became her lab; the kids become her first ‘customers’.
Ten years, over 20 prototypes, collaboration with healthcare professionals, beauty experts and manufacturers and multiple studies later, the genius of her pillows is contributing to the sleep and relaxation of thousands of hyoumankinders.
What makes Hyoumankind pillows different?
Hyoumankind's purpose
Steph’s ambitions for Hyoumankind are sewn into the DNA of the brand name she chose so carefully all those years ago; she was clear she wanted a business born to deliver more care and kindness into our world by creating innovative products that improve the comfort of humankind.
Our mission, values and difference
All Hyoumankind pillows are made in New Zealand to the highest quality, sustainable business practice is not negotiable for the business, and hyoumankinders - as we love to call our customers, are treated as lifelong friends.
In fact listening to our customers is a favourite pastime for Steph. For example the petite size of the Go Pillow saw many hyoumankinders begin taking them on trips… to the beach and much further afield. So the travel bags and the different pillowcase options came to be.
Since its earliest days, Hyoumankind has been a family pursuit. Ten years down the line Steph has been joined by her second offspring Claude as Operations Manager. This enables the business to connect with our customers on an even more personal level, as well as dive deeper into the ongoing innovation demanded by the mercurial and complex business of sleep. The growing Hyoumankind team is determined to uphold Steph’s original purpose:
To enhance the lives of good people via products that can help optimise the quality of sleep and rest – no matter where you are in life or what you’re going through. Holidaying or healing, twenty winks or a full night’s sleep, you can rest easy with Hyoumankind.
With every pillow order, we tuck in the gift of a rose quartz crystal. This precious crystal is known to purify and open the heart, to make room for love, self-love and feelings of peace. We hope it rests on your bedside table, under your gorgeous pillow or in the palm of your hand as you wind down to relax. Consider it a thank you for inviting us to play our small part in nourishing your wellbeing.
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Lightweight, premium open cell memory foam. All pillows come in a microlight, breathable liner that fits to the contours of each pillow.
The advanced technology used in the development of our premium slow release memory foam optimises comfort and support allowing you to rejuvenate, recover or relax your body and mind.
Hyoumankind pillows are made in New Zealand.
Hyoumankind’s unique products are designed in tune with the human body and scientifically developed to help you make the most of your sleep time, rejuvenating your body and replenishing your mind. Our pillows have been ergonomically designed with a front contoured edge for optimal neck and shoulder support and a concave cradle that gently rests the head.
Our pillows and associated products are protected by registered intellectual property rights including registered trade marks.
