When you’re pregnant, a full night’s rest can be elusive. Not just thanks to the hormones coursing through your body and vivid dreams, but also because you simply can’t get comfortable. It goes without saying that your body undergoes a lot of physical changes when you’re pregnant. The sheer difficulty your body can present you — even getting a good night’s sleep — can be incredibly frustrating. If you’re pregnant and are hunting for the best body pillow for pregnancy, read on.
Before you buy: Pregnancy pillows explained
Best pregnancy pillow for back sleepers and stomach sleepers
If you’re like me and are a back sleeper, fret-not. There are even pillows you can use to prevent you from reverting to your preferred sleeping position.
“I used a C shaped pregnancy pillow that was so comfortable that my husband also got one for himself,” author Jessica Rosenberg told Mom.com. “It kept me from going all the way flat.” Rosenberg added she also loved having something between her knees to support her top hip since she suffered horribly from sciatica with both pregnancies.
If you’re a back sleeper, here are some pillows you can consider:
Belly Bandit S.O.S. Side Sleeper Pregnancy Pillow
Developed by an OB/GYN, this pillow helps back sleepers stay on their side while sleeping with its ergonomic foam back pillow that also prevents rolling. It’s also connected to a wedge to support your stomach. Best part? It comes with a velcro band you can adjust to fit your body.
Pregnancy Pillow by Cozy Bump
If you have the opposite problem — sleeping on your belly, that is — then this pillow is it. Though it somewhat resembles a pool floatie, this pregnancy pillow is inflatable with a hole in the center. Depending on your preferences, you can adjust the amount of air to the right level of firmness and support.
