Pillow and Mattress Reviews

As an expecting mother, handling emotional swings and hormonal changes is not the only thing you have to face. Going through back aches, pains and other physical discomfort is also a real issue when you carry the extra weight of your child on your body.

If you have challenges sleeping, pregnancy pillows are an ideal solution for any woman that is suffering from leg cramps, back pains, sciatica or related conditions. While it cannot solve the problem of having to get up to use the bathroom, having a comfortable supportive pillow can make going to sleep and staying asleep a lot easier.

What Are Pregnancy Pillows?

Pregnancy pillows are simply a long, sausage like pillow that provides support to your lower back and belly when you sleep. They come in various shapes and sizes, from just being a pillow and bolster to being a long u-shaped pillow that provides support front and back.

The Different Models of Pregnancy Pillows

There are several models available. The Leachco Snoogle pregnancy pillow has a full-body pillow design that props your head up to aid in breathing, supports both your back and stomach as well as tucking between your legs for temperature control. With unique contours, it is a great help for moms-to-be to prevent heartburn and lower back problems.

It also doubles up as a nursing pillow after your baby is born. With a removable customer cover case, it is made to be washable to keep it clean and smelling nice.

The Boppy Pregnancy Wedge pillow is also another favorite among expecting mothers. Shaped like a wedge, it is used as a position pillow that provides back support while taking up less room that a full-sized body pillow. It has a luxurious soft pima cotton slipcover that can be removed for easy washing. Used as a back support during pregnancy, it can also be used under the head and between the legs during your sleep. With lightweight portability, it is easy for moms-to-be to move it around during sleep. The advantage of having a wedge pillow is being able to take it with you when you travel.

Another model is the Boppy Pregnancy Comfort Cuddle Pillow. Because the recommended sleep position for women is side-sleeping, the Comfort Cuddle Pillow is uniquely shaped provide support under the belly and keep the back aligned properly. It is comfortable enough that you may have to be wary of your partner trying to steal it away from you.

Several other brands and models of maternity pillows exist. The Leachco Back ‘N Belly Contoured Body Pillow, the Snoogle Total Body Pillow, Todays Mom Cozy Comfort and many others. More than enough choices are available to find one that suits your needs, whether you desire to have a full body memory foam pillow or a simple wedge pillow that you can take with you for travel.

Try out a pregnancy pillow to experience more comfortable sleep during your pregnancy.