Side sleepers should look for lofty, adaptive pillows, experts say
Side sleepers need more support from their pillows than back or stomach sleepers.
This pillow has a unique U-shape design, which the company says should “help alleviate neck pain and promote spinal alignment.” It also has removable foam fill made of latex foam and polyester, so you can adjust the loft and firmness to your preferred levels. The pillow has an average rating of 4.3 stars from over 1,100 reviews on Eli & Elm. The company also provides a 45-day return policy.
Sleep Number’s ComfortFit pillow comes in several shapes and styles, so side sleepers can choose whichever fits them best. The pillows have a fill made of memory foam and down alternative.
It has an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 20,000 reviews on Sleep Number. Sleep Number provides a 100-night free trial.
We recommended this pillow for side sleepers for its materials. The fill is made from a mix of latex and memory foam, which should provide the adaptive qualities side sleepers look for in a pillow. The foam also has cooling gel infused, which should help hot sleepers feel more comfortable at night. The pillow is also hypoallergenic and has a removable, machine-washable cover. The pillow has an average rating of 4.6 stars from over 2,000 reviews on Brooklyn Bedding. The company also provides a 30-day return policy.
This pillow from Saatva has a shredded latex foam and microfiber fill, which the company says provides support and breathability. It has a machine washable cotton sateen cover and measures 28 inches by 18 inches for the queen-size pillow. The company describes the pillow as “plush,” so in addition to the support from the latex, it should be malleable enough for side sleepers that sleep with an arm under their pillow. It has an average rating of 4.8 stars from over 80 reviews on Saatva. It comes with a 45-day return policy.
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