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+ | However, some people find fluffy pillows too thick for comfort, and a thinner cushion is often more comfortable. Tucking a pillow behind the back while side sleeping is an excellent way for back or stomach sleepers to train their bodies to sleep on their sides. When you’re not used to sleeping a certain way, forcing yourself into the habit can be challenging. The cushion should provide additional guidance during the night to prevent you from rolling over onto your back. Pressure relief - As mentioned, sleeping on your side means most of your weight is concentrated across a narrow surface, which puts extra pressure on the hip and shoulder. For this reason, it’s important to get a bed with just enough sinkage and cushioning to cradle your pressure points. Look for memory foam and latex in the comfort layers since these materials are excellent for pressure relief. The right firmness - Beds with a medium to medium-firm may feel the best for most side sleepers as they typically provide a good balance of pressure relief and support. | ||
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+ | Based on our mattress firmness scale, this would be anything rated between a 5 and 6.5 out of 10. This range tends to work best for cradling the pressure points while ensuring the body is well-supported and aligned. That said, some petite side sleepers might like something a bit softer than this. Make sure there’s a trial period - A good trial period is crucial to ensure your new mattress is comfortable for your body type and preferred sleeping position. Not every bed is good for side sleeping, and a trial period allows you to test it at home before committing to the purchase. The length of a sleep trial varies by company, but in general, we consider at least 90-100 nights to be good. Some brands offer even longer trials of 365 nights for those who need more time to decide. Find our picks for the best mattresses for side sleepers here. Good head and neck support - Side sleepers need a supportive pillow that keeps their head and neck aligned with the rest of their body. You want your head nicely supported so that it doesn’t fall through the pillow, as this could cause neck pain. The right loft - When it comes to pillow lofts, make sure the one you choose fills the gap between the mattress and your neck. A pillow loft of 3 to 5 inches typically works best for side sleepers. Hypoallergenic - Having a hypoallergenic pillow can make all the difference if you’re a side sleeper with allergies because we typically come into contact with our pillow more in this position. For example, go for [[https:// | ||
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