Best Body Pillows For Pregnancy & How To Choose The Right One

Last week on our socials we played a little game of “this or that” when it came to purse essentials to have on hand when you’re expecting. We learned that pocket fans, pantyliners, and protein bars ticked the top 3 of your must-haves. We also asked what items you absolutely could not live without in pregnancy, and although the answers varied, there was an overwhelming consensus of the top must-have: body pillows, body pillows, body pillows.

So we’re dedicating this post to the best pregnancy body pillows on the market that can help soothe your sleepless nights, and give you the snuggle buddy of your dreams (to all the partners out there… we’re sorry).

Our team researched the best of the best based on real consumer reviews so we could bring you the top 5 body pillows currently on the market and loved by women around the world. We’ve categorized our picks to help you find the right body pillow for you — based on your needs, budget, and style preferences. Let’s check them out!

Best overall pregnancy body pillow

PharMeDoc® C-Shaped Full Body Pillow

The PharMeDoc C-Shaped Full Body Pregnancy Body seems to be a fan-favorite just about everywhere. With over 42,000 reviews on Amazon alone and an average rating of 4.6 stars, you can rest assured this body pillow has been tried and tested by expecting mamas all over the world.

The C-shaped design supports the entire body and spine and it’s exceptionally lightweight, making for easy maneuvering during the night, but you can also use this pillow to support your body while nursing, reading, or watching TV. An added bonus: the cover is machine washable and claims to stay as soft as the day you found it even after 300 washes. Some drawbacks worth noting: some individuals said the zipper can be difficult to work with and the filling can flatten in some places depending on use.

Best budget-friendly body pillow

Utopia Bedding Soft Body Pillow

The Utopia Bedding Soft Body Pillow comes in under $20 (USD) and features a simple, long pillow design with a soft cotton blend cover in a crisp white to complement any bedroom setup.

While it doesn’t boast the distinctive shape of many popular body pillows on the market, it is great for pillow stacking if you’re just looking to prop yourself up through the night, or need a long pillow for added knee and head support. While we love the budget-friendly nature of this option that allows you to test the body pillow market, it isn’t as lofted as some of the other items on this list. One other thing that many reviewers note: while it is machine washable, multiple washes can cause the polyester filling to clump.

Best body pillow to splurge on

Queen Rose Cooling Air Flow Pregnancy Pilllow

Queen Rose is the queen of body pillows — especially when it comes to their Cooling Air Flow option. If you’re willing to spend a little bit more you’ll enjoy the full-body surround and breathable materials this pillow offers.

It’s a lightweight body pillow that you can fold to support you in different positions and the satin cover is gentle on your skin whilst being machine-washable and durable. If you’re particularly struggling with lower back pain and hot nights, this might be the pillow for you. Some things to keep in mind: some people wished the fabric was a bit more breathable, and a few had trouble with the filling shifting and creating lumps.

Most versatile body pillow

PharMeDoc® U-Shaped Full Body Pillow

The PharMeDoc U-Shaped Body Pillow almost nabbed our best overall spot, but we had to give it most versatile as it’s great for those who aren’t exactly sure of the shape they want and who are looking for a great nursing support pillow.

This body pillow has an option for a detachable section that allows you to dial-up or dial down additional belly or back support. Some people found the zipper to be a bit more uncomfortable on this pillow and found that over time it could lose a bit of its fluffiness. But just like the C-shape pillow we featured above, all PharMeDoc pillows come with a lifetime warranty and 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Most customizable body pillow

Snuggle-Pedic Full Body Pillow

Snuggle-Pedic’s Full Body Pillow capitalizes on their customizable filling, made of shredded memory foam that can be gathered or spread out to create the support that’s right for you and your body. So many Snuggle-Pedic shoppers swear by these pillows and won’t go back to anything else.

The bamboo cover makes this pillow extra breathable to help with hotter nights, and it’s machine-washable hypoallergenic, and dust mite resistant. With a 20-year limited warranty and a 120-night trial period — there’s a lot to love about this pillow. What some people didn’t love was the fact that the body pillow doesn’t come with the adjustable foam option that some of their other pillows do, and since it’s a long pillow it doesn’t prevent rolling over in the night or offer support on both sides of the body.

Do you use a pregnancy body pillow and is there a brand you swear by? Let us know your favorite in the comments below or give us a shout if you try one of these options above.

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