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What the best stomach sleepers pillows have in common
Low loftUnder about 8 cm (1.
SoftDown, down alternative or an adjustable pillow with most of the fill removed.
A pillow under the hipsA thin pillow under your pelvis stops the lower back arching.
A body pillowHugging one is the easiest way to learn to sleep on your side.
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Which fill?
| Fill | Feel | Firmness | Warmth | Adjustable | Price | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shredded foam | Supportive but mouldable. Unzip it and take fill out until the height is right. | Medium | Average | Yes | $$ | 2 to 3 years |
| Memory foam | Slow sink that holds its shape all night. Often comes as a contoured (cervical) shape. | Medium-firm | Warm | No | $$ | 2 to 3 years |
| Latex | Springy and supportive, pushes back quickly so it is easy to turn over. Stays cooler than memory foam. | Medium-firm | Cool | No | $$$ | 3 to 4 years |
| Down | Soft, light and squishy. Lovely for stomach sleepers, too flat for most side sleepers. | Soft | Average | Yes | $$$ | 3 to 5 years with fluffing |
| Down alternative | Soft like down, cheap and washable, but goes flat sooner. | Medium-soft | Average | No | $ | 1 to 2 years |
| Feather | Mouldable and cheap, needs plumping, and the odd quill pokes through. | Medium-soft | Cool | Yes | $ | 1 to 2 years |
| Buckwheat | Firm, heavy and very cool. It rustles when you move, which some people love and others hate. | Firm | Cool | Yes | $$ | 5 to 10 years |
Questions stomach sleepers ask
Should stomach sleepers use a pillow?
Some are more comfortable with none. If you use one, make it thin and soft so your head is barely raised.
Is sleeping on your stomach bad?
It puts the most strain on the neck and lower back of any position. If you wake with neck or back pain, try moving to your side with a body pillow to hug.
How we pick. We match product specs to you using published sleep and physiotherapy guidance. We have not lab-tested individual products and never invent reviews. Not medical advice: for ongoing pain, see a doctor or physiotherapist. We may earn a commission from shop links. Details