The Best Pillows For Side Sleepers (According To Chiropractors & Sleep Doctors)

As with any product you're bringing into your home, Hardick notes it's so important to go for organic options that do not off-gas any potentially toxic chemicals. This organic cotton pillow by Avocado Green Mattress meets that bill—and it's also vegan and handmade in Los Angeles. It also comes with an extra bag of filling for customizable comfort.

If you're a side sleeper who likes to prop a leg up or sleep with a pillow between your knees, Bhopal says body pillows can offer the comfort and support you're looking for. This body pillow by Snuggle-Pedic is sure to cover all your bases, with memory foam inside, a breathable bamboo cover, and cooling technology. It's also hypoallergenic.

Speaking of bamboo, Hardick notes it's a great choice when it comes to pillows, and this bamboo pillow by Cozy House Collection won't disappoint. Not only can you adjust the amount of filling to create the perfect level of support, but the filling itself is shredded memory foam, ensuring your pillow will never lose its shape.

As Hardick explained, down pillows are great for a pillow that's supportive but moldable to your specific needs. This one by Brooklinen comes in three different firmness levels, though their website notes the "firm" variety is the most supportive—and is recommended for side sleepers. With over 2,000 reviews and an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, folks seem very into this down pillow option.

This super-well-rated pillow is also recommended by Hardick, as it was designed with neck support in mind. It's made with Tempur-Pedic's "EMPUR-Breeze Gel" on both sides of the pillow, to help you stay cool, plus its knit cover is 100% cotton—and 100% washable, so you can keep it in good shape night after night.

Darley tells mbg she's seen her patients who get too hot at night have success with cooling pillows, and with this pillow by Vaya, that's exactly what you'll get. Its shredded foam filling gives support that contours to your head and neck, which is essential for keeping your head, neck, and spine aligned. Plus, the cooling cover and perforations will keep this pillow cool all night.

And last but not least, for another down-filled option that's able to be bunched perfectly into your neck and shoulder, per Hardick's recommendation, Lincove's natural goose down pillow offers just that, with the guarantee of ethically sourced down. It's also available in three different sizes and firmness levels, so you can find the right one for you.