U-Shape Pregnancy Body Pillow

A U-shaped pillow wraps the whole body at once, which is the practical difference from a straight body pillow. The back, the belly, the hips and the knees are all supported at the same time, so there is nothing left unsupported to roll towards during the night.

That shape is what makes side sleeping comfortable to hold. With a conventional pillow you end up rearranging things every time you turn; with a U the second arm is already in place, so turning over means moving within the pillow rather than rebuilding the setup. It also means one pillow instead of the three or four people usually end up stacking. The fill compresses under a hip but keeps enough loft to hold a shoulder, so the shape stays put rather than flattening out by the middle of the night.

It is not only for bedtime. Propped against a headboard it works as a support for reading or feeding, and afterwards it stays useful for lounging on a sofa. The cover removes for washing, which matters for something used every night. It takes up a fair share of a double, so it is worth measuring the bed before ordering. It is a comfort and positioning aid rather than a medical device, so speak to your midwife or doctor about sleeping positions during pregnancy.

• Product type: U-shape pregnancy and body pillow
• Shape: Full-body U, supports back, belly, hips and legs
• Use: Side sleeping, reading, lounging, nursing support
• Cover: Removable for washing
• Care: Machine wash the cover; air the inner regularly
• Note: Not a medical device - consult your midwife or doctor about sleeping positions
• In the box: 1 x pregnancy pillow with cover