There are several advantages of sleeping with a pregnancy pillow, with the key benefits including:

1. Encourages better sleep
As we’ve already discussed, sleep is crucial during pregnancy, so it’s important to take steps to facilitate better and higher-quality rest. Of course, this is easier said than done, and (especially during the latter stages of pregnancy) it can sometimes be difficult to find a comfortable position. Fortunately, pregnancy pillows offer full-body support, and keep you in position all night long – and, if you do turn slightly, the pillow will adjust with you.

2. Longer sleeping hours
When you introduce a pregnancy pillow, you’ll also enjoy longer, more relaxing, resting periods. As we’ve touched on, maternity demands more sleep, so it’s important to facilitate this with your choice of bedding and pillows.

3. Enhances blood circulation
One way of enhancing blood circulation is sleeping on your side. However, during pregnancy, this can become increasingly difficult and is often uncomfortable as your belly begins to take shape. Fortunately, with greater support offered by a pregnancy pillow, you can continue sleeping on your side, opening up your back and hips, and enjoy the benefits of improved circulation.

4. Gives better positioning
As highlighted above, side-sleeping is advised. Conveniently, pregnancy pillows are specifically designed to enhance positioning, securing you so you can drift off in complete comfort, in a pose that suits you and your physical needs. They also offer excellent elevation support, for when you need to raise your feet or prop yourself up during bouts of acid reflux.

5. Alleviates body aches and pains
It’s no secret that during pregnancy, your body goes through a series of changes – both physically and hormonally. And with these changes, it’s only natural to feel some form of discomfort, whether it’s as a result of weight gain, pelvic pain, or aching in your lower back. However, when sleeping with a pregnancy pillow, you can enjoy complete muscle relaxation with your full body support – no matter your sleeping position. This lightened the load and feeling of weightlessness will make it easier to drift off into a cosy slumber and get the rest you and your baby need.

6. Reduces snoring
Snoring is something we’ve all likely put up with at some point or other, but it’s particularly frustrating when your heavy breathing keeps you up at night – especially when you’re pregnant. It disrupts your sleep and prevents you from getting quality rest. Fortunately, you can use a pregnancy pillow to effortlessly find a comfortable position that eliminates or reduces the risk of snoring and stops you from waking yourself (and others) up at night.

7. Keeps your heart rate healthy
Relaxation is essential to a healthy heart rate and reduced stress levels, both of which are key for the health of you and your baby. With a comfortable maternity pillow, you can find a position that suits your body, and drift off into a care-free slumber, instead of tossing and turning throughout the night.

8. Helps shorten labour
As we’ve already discussed, sleep is crucial during pregnancy, so it’s important to take steps to facilitate more consistent, high-quality rest. After all, extended sleep will benefit both you and your baby. However, what you might not realise is that getting your 8-10 hours regularly can make for an easier delivery, with your well-rested body forming the ideal vessel for your baby to enter the world.

9. Postpartum use
Maternity pillows offer great support and comfort during your pregnancy, of course, but don’t get rid of it straight away – they’re just as useful after you’ve given birth! Not only can you continue to enjoy the full-body support offered by a pregnancy pillow, but you can also use it to help find a comfortable position when breastfeeding. Just prop yourself up and let the pillow support your body as you concentrate on helping your baby latch on.