We all know how incredible it feels to wake up after a great sleep on the perfect pillow. Getting some solid shut-eye plays a key part in your overall health and well-being, and choosing the right pillow that doesn’t go flat is crucial in ensuring quality rest. The best pillow for sleeping depends on several factors, including your sleep position, material preferences, and your own personal health needs. This guide has everything you need to help you choose the most comfortable pillows for a restful sleep.

What are the best pillows? Here’s everything you need to know:

Your sleeping position has a huge impact on the type of pillow you’ll need to maintain proper spinal alignment and stay comfortable throughout the night.

For back sleepers, a medium firmness pillow with a thickness of around 8 - 13cm is ideal. Look for pillows like the Duck Feather & Down Pillow, which provides gentle neck support and keeps your spine aligned.

If you’re a side sleeper, a firm pillow, that’s around 13 - 18cm deep, is recommended to fill the gap between your shoulder and neck. Consider the Memory Foam Contour Pillow for optimal support.

For front sleepers, a soft pillow with a low profile of 8cm or under is best to prevent excessive neck strain. Take a look at our range of thin pillows for front sleepers to find your perfect fit.

The filling of your pillow affects how comfortable you’ll feel and how much support it’ll give you. Here are some common pillow fillings and their benefits:

• Memory Foam: Moulds to the shape of your head and neck, providing excellent support and pressure relief. 
• Down: Made from duck or goose feathers, these pillows are soft, lightweight, and luxurious.
• Microfibre: A purse-friendly, hypoallergenic filling that gives you that lofty, down feel without setting off any allergies.

Depending on your personal health needs, you may want to look for pillows with additional benefits.

Breathable fabrics and ventilated designs help regulate temperature for hot sleepers. Hypoallergenic & dust mite-repellant pillows are ideal for sniffle sufferers, and contoured pillows help with neck pain and spinal alignment, particularly for back and side sleepers. Side sleepers could also benefit from a memory foam knee pillow to support their hips as they sleep.

If you’re pregnant, you may want to try a full-body pillow for extra support around the hips, back and bump.

When you want to switch your pillows out or pop your extras away, why not pick up one of our cotton storage bags? They’ll keep your pillows protected from dust and damp and ensure they stay fresh for years to come.

Investing in a high-quality pillow can greatly improve your sleep quality and overall wellbeing. Take the time to consider your sleep position and pillow options, and you’ll be on your way to better, more comfortable nights of sleep. Browse our full range of pillows here.