MedCline
MedCline Acid Reflux Relief System
Memory foam + polyurethane wedge
Updated October 2026
Best Pregnancy Pillows
From the second trimester onward, side-sleeping with proper support is the #1 prenatal sleep recommendation. These 5 pregnancy and supportive pillows scored highest with our pregnant testers.
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Eli & Elm
Eli & Elm Side Sleeper Pillow
Latex and polyester blend (adjustable)
Coop
Coop Original Adjustable Pillow
Cross-cut Memory Foam & Microfiber Blend
Key Evidence and Buying Findings
- Shape
- U-, C-, wedge- and body-pillow designs support different positioning preferences
- Source: Sleep Sage editorial analysis
- Space
- Full-body pillows can take up substantial room on a shared mattress
- Source: Sleep Sage editorial analysis
- Care
- A removable washable cover is especially useful on a large pillow used nightly
- Source: Sleep Sage editorial analysis
What Pregnancy Pillows Solve
Side-Sleep Support
Left-side sleeping after 20 weeks improves placental blood flow — a supportive pillow makes it sustainable
OB-recommended positionHip & Knee Alignment
A between-knees pillow prevents pelvic rotation and dramatically reduces lower-back and SI joint pain
Reduces hip pain 60%+Shopping note: By third trimester, most women benefit from a full C-shaped or U-shaped body pillow plus a wedge under the belly. Layer them — body pillow between knees and behind back, wedge under belly for support. This combination produces the largest comfort gains in our late-pregnancy panel.
#1
9.4/10
Memory foam + polyurethane wedge
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
9
Comfort
9.5
Support
Medium-Firm
Firmness
Manufacturer cites FDA clearance and a clinical study (not independently verified)Integrated arm pocket designed to ease shoulder pressureLeft-side positioning matches medical recommendations
$249$319
#2
Best Shoulder Cutout
Eli & Elm Side Sleeper Pillow
U-shaped shoulder cutout and adjustable fill for side sleepers
9.3/10
Latex and polyester blend (adjustable)
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
9.5
Comfort
9.2
Support
Adjustable
Firmness
Curved cutout makes room for the shoulderAdjustable fill for custom loftOrganic cotton cover
$119$149
#3
Editor's Choice
Coop Original Adjustable Pillow
Consumer Reports Recommended - fully customizable loft
9.5/10
Cross-cut Memory Foam & Microfiber Blend
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Support
Adjustable (Medium)
Firmness
Consumer Reports RecommendedFully adjustable loft - add or remove fillCertiPUR-US and GREENGUARD Gold certified
$89$99
#4
Avocado Green Side Sleeper Pillow
Extra-high loft designed specifically for side sleepers
9.1/10
Shredded GOLS Organic Latex + Kapok Fiber
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
9.2
Comfort
9.5
Support
Medium-Firm (High Loft)
Firmness
Extra-high loft for proper side-sleeping alignmentSame organic certifications as Green PillowAdjustable — remove fill if too high
$179$199
#5
9/10
Shredded Talalay Latex
Research evaluation — full lab score pending
9.2
Comfort
9
Support
Medium (adjustable)
Firmness
Talalay latex is bouncy and breathableAdjustable loft — remove fill to customize365-night trial matches their mattresses
$165$195
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of pillow is best for pregnancy?
A C-shaped or U-shaped body pillow that supports the head, back, hips, and knees simultaneously. For pregnancy-related reflux, add a wedge pillow to elevate the torso. Most women benefit from layering both — a body pillow for alignment and a wedge for reflux.
When should I start using a pregnancy pillow?
By 24 weeks, a full body pillow is essential for most pregnant women.
Do pregnancy pillows help with back pain?
Yes, significantly. A pillow between the knees prevents pelvic rotation that causes SI joint and lumbar pain.
Can I keep using a pregnancy pillow after birth?
Yes — pregnancy pillows are excellent for breastfeeding (especially U-shapes that can wrap around the waist), recovery from C-section, and continued side-sleeping support. Many women keep them for years post-pregnancy.
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