Give the Gift of Relaxation This Father's Day

Selecting a memorable Father's Day gift for dad can be a challenge. But this year, you can be sure that his special day will be an unqualified success if you give him one of the most thoughtful gifts of all - a day of pampering and relaxation.

The following gift ideas from Tempur-Pedic, a manufacturer and distributor of Swedish mattresses and pillows, will help your dad keep stress at bay.

* Get hands on. Show dad what mom has been raving about all of these years and give him a gift certificate to a day spa. A massage is the perfect way to ease the tension that he's built up after those hard days at the office. A facial or a pedicure can be both rejuvenating and relaxing as well.

* Oriental therapy. Chinese stress balls, also known as harmony balls, have provided relief from stress since the Ming Dynasty and are great gifts for dads. They're known to relieve arthritis pain and help with carpal tunnel syndrome while calming the mind and diminishing anxiety.

* Tune in to his mind. Opera and classical music have a way of calming the senses. For a gift that's sure to soothe, give dad a CD set of classical favorites.

* Treat him to tee. Believe it or not, spending time out on the green is a relaxing experience for many men. Golf lessons can be a great gift to help him improve his swing and focus on something other than work for a change.

* The ultimate haven of tranquility. Buy him a gift you know he'll use, like a new pillow for a good night's rest. The ComfortPillow by Tempur-Pedic, for example, is made from revolutionary Tempur pressure-relieving material, which provides body-conforming support for a restful and relaxing sleep.

What's interesting about Tempur material is that it conforms to your body's exact contours. When dad lies down on the pillow, pressure is distributed evenly over the entire surface, leaving him with the comfort he desires and the support he needs for a rejuvenating and therapeutic sleep. After use, the pillow returns to its original shape. This dependable gift comes with a three-year limited warranty.