One downside is that it doesn't provide the extra support a whole-body pillow like the bbhugme or Dreamgenii might, but it also won't take up extra space in bed and the fact it stays in one place means you won't have to spend time re-adjusting it after every trip to the toilet! While the clever microbeads were a highlight for silently moulding to a comfortable curve shape to support our bump, thanks to its memory foam-like fabric, our favourite use of the pillow was for elevating our legs (particularly on hot days to reduce swelling) and also to wrap around our lower back for optimum comfort. A pregnancy pillow can provide back support and take the weight off your bump when you’re lying on your side, which will help with other pregnancy aches and pains too.

She also considered each pillow's longevity despite only being in her third trimester – could she envision it being used for nursing or as a support option after pregnancy?There’s no faff of having to move the pillow if you switch sides during the night as you have double the support. Of the many different types of pregnancy pillows on the market, each offers something unique that can be beneficial to sleep during pregnancy. How quickly and easily was it to get comfy with the pillow and how many times did she wake or need to shift position during the night?

Not only is this pillow developed with the help of Scandinavian health professionals, but it is also made from certified and tested fabrics and materials.The V-shaped pillow fits around the body to encourage side-sleeping, while the separate wedge can be used between the knees to align hips or as a bump support. This bead-filled pillow is warm and cuddly, and those beads work overtime to snuggle your bump as well as your legs, reaching all the way down to the ankles. Made from squishy quilted microfibre, thanks to its handy adjustable shape that can be either full-body or C-shaped, it's perfect for sitting up in bed while you recover, nurse the new baby and catch up on Coronation Street.