Pillows vary widely in quality, construction, and price. Firm pillows tend to be more dense and durable, often containing materials like latex, buckwheat, or memory foam.

A firm pillow offers consistent support and improves spinal alignment, making it ideal for side and back sleepers. Meanwhile, a soft pillow conforms to the shape of the head and neck, providing cushioning and moldability that may suit some sleepers. Soft pillows are best for stomach sleepers who require neck support.

MEDIUM-FIRM LATEX FOAM PILLOWS: If you want the contouring support of memory foam but need extra help sleeping cool, a latex foam pillow might be a perfect choice. Latex pillows have similar contouring properties to memory foam but are naturally more breathable and have quicker reactivity to movement.

a cushion to support the head of a sleeping person.

A firm pillow provides more support for the neck than a softer pillow, which may help to prevent pain or stiffness in the neck and shoulders. A firm pillow may also be less likely to collapse during the night, providing a consistent level of support.

Our Top Picks for the Best Firm Pillows

• Lagoon Otter – Best Overall.
• Avocado Molded Latex – Best Firm Latex Pillow.
• TEMPUR-Neck – Best Firm Pillow for Neck Pain.
• Coop Sleep Goods Eden – Best Firm Cooling Pillow.
• Marlow Pillow – Best Firm Pillow for Side Sleepers.
• Tuft & Needle – Best Medium Firm Pillow.

A larger size, generously filled pillow that is ideal for those who enjoy firmer support while sleeping. A great choice for side sleepers.

The firmest pillows are generally made from molded memory foam, a material that doesn't have the same ability to compress as shredded foams and down, where there's inherent space between pieces. This material can also feel firmer for longer than other pillows, as it doesn't tend to compress over time the same way.

Latex. Since latex has more bounce and breathability than memory foam, consider latex if you sleep hot or need a pillow that conforms slightly less. Latex is also more durable than other foams, so it makes for a longer-lasting pillow.

Now if you're not a side sleeper. Then I would suggest doing another pillow and tucking that way the arm. Is away from your side again about 30 degrees.

For a full size bed, Wolf recommends two standard pillows, two standard or Euro shams and one to two accent pillows. Queen beds can easily hold two queen pillows and two queen shams, plus two to three accent pillows or a single bolster.

Providing support for your neck and upper back is the most important role that the pillow needs to fill when you are asleep. We need this support when we are sleeping because the human spine is naturally curved. Having support for your head and neck helps to maintain the proper alignment of these areas of the spine.

Keep reading to learn about different types of pillows and which one is best for your preferred sleep position.

• Down Pillow.
• Down Alternative Pillow (Synthetic Down)
• Feather Pillow.
• Cotton Pillow.
• Latex Pillow.
• Memory Foam Pillow.
• Shredded Memory Foam Pillow.
• Bamboo Pillow.

Body pillows are long, rectangular-shaped pillows typically measuring 20 x 54 inches. They're designed to help you sleep on your side as you “hug” them, providing support between both arms and legs while giving pressure point relief. They can also help provide support from rolling over if placed behind the back.

Solid vs. Shredded Foam

Sleep experts recommend sleeping with only one pillow under your head to maintain neutral spinal alignment. A pillow's loft and filling material will factor into what the best pillow for you is. Depending on your sleep position, sleep experts also recommend sleeping with a body pillow or second pillow in other areas.