26 of the best pregnancy pillows to help ease insomnia and back aches

This full body U-shaped pregnancy pillow will support your stomach, back, hips and legs so you are in the best possible position to get to sleep and keep you comfortable during pregnancy.

If you sleep on your left side, this pregnancy pillow from DreamGenii is for you. Thee 100% cotton jersey fabric soft and cosy, keeping the back, bump and knees supported whenever you're feeding or just having a rest.

This U-shaped pregnancy pillow has been designed to carry you throughout your pregnancy so that you can relax in full comfort. It's ideal for any trimester and sleeping position, and its ergonomic design has been specially created to follow your natural body shape for optimum comfort. Did someone say nap time?

Are you ready to get cosy? This soft organic cotton cushion is designed to do the whole package, and will support your back, hips, knees, neck and head while you get some much needed rest. The cover is also super-soft to prevent irritation and rashes, plus it comes with a lifetime manufacturer warranty.

This super-soft U-shaped pregnancy pillow from orthopaedic product specialists Pharmedoc has been put through the real-life ringer and scored highly. Our panel of mum testers were particularly pleased with the detachable arm to prop themselves up and the padding space for extra room.

This curved pregnancy pillow from UK brand Purflo has been designed with extra comfort for the head, hips, knees and ankles in mind, leading to a more restful night’s sleep.

Our mum tester praised it for being big enough to support her growing bump, but not so cumbersome that it took up too much space.

Plus, it works well for extra cushioning in bed/on the sofa while drinking tea and eating biscuits, and doubles up as a feeding pillow and baby lounger when the time comes.

This extra-large cotton pillow by leading baby brand Tommee Tippee is ideal for snuggling up. It's designed to wrap around you and support your back and bump while sleeping or simply chilling out, plus you can wedge it between your legs to support your hip alignment. We're big fans of the brand's starter feeding set for once the baby arrives, too.

It’s a known fact that women get hotter during pregnancy – especially at night. That’s why we love Simba’s Cooling Body Pillow, which has been designed with the brand’s Stratos tech to make the fabric feel fresh to the touch (even after a full night’s sleep).

With its long, gently curved shape, Simba’s take on a pregnancy pillow is perfect for side sleeping and supporting a growing baby bump. Our mum tester was pleasantly surprised at how much better her back and hips felt after just one sleep with the Body Pillow.

Ideal during every stage of pregnancy, mums-to-be will love cuddling up to this cosy jersey-covered body pillow from UK brand Kally Sleep. Designed to provide support for your bump, back and legs as your body changes, the hypoallergenic jersey material cover is machine washable too. We're also big fans of the brand's baby nests, plus they make great knee pillows if you suffer from a bad back.

The pregnancy pillow loved by mum influencers including Millie Mackintosh, Vogue Williams and Ellie Goulding, if you're looking for comfort and relaxation, Bbhugme hits the jackpot. Designed by three Norwegian chiropractor-mums, this award-winning pillow provides support in five key areas including the pelvis, abdomen, lower back, knees and ankles. And, thanks to its soft bean-bag-style filling, it can be easily adjusted as your body changes. If that doesn't convince you, our mum tester still sleeps with her pillow two years postpartum! Admittedly this leaves slightly less room for Dad to curl up, but mama comes first.

Another great pregnancy pillow from Kally Sleep, this versatile U-shaped bed buddy is designed to provide support for your bump, back and legs as your body grows, but it's particularly good for mamas who suffer from hip pain. And once your little one arrives, it doubles up as great back support for those precious moments when you get to read (OK, scroll your phone) in bed.

Any mamas-to-be struggling to enjoy peaceful rest need this comfy pregnancy pillow from UK nursery brand Snüz. Designed to fit your natural sleeping position, the curved bottom half is filled with a soft foam, but there are wedges on both sides to keep your hips and ankles aligned while side-sleeping.

We love that the top half is packed with a bean-bag-style filling to support your bump – with plenty of wiggle room as baby grows. Our mum tester, approaching her third trimester, is a big fan of the huggable full-body shape and was impressed that the pillow was light enough to move around the bed without effort, but firm enough to keep good posture.

As a bonus, it’s flexible enough to store when not in use. We really like the grey one, but there’s a stylish white colour option, too.

The perfect thing to hug at night while you're pregnant, this J-shaped maternity pillow is made from soft material and has a removable and washable cover.

This unique patented design is perfect for supporting and feeding your little one. Recommended by UK Midwives the grey pillow has back, leg and bump support - so you can sleep soundly throughout your pregnancy.

Proof that all the best things in life come from Sweden, we recently discovered Najell and we're obsessed with the entire range. The brand focuses on sustainable, durable and beautiful products that the whole family can use, and its pregnancy pillow ticks all of our boxes.

Thanks to its bean-bag-style filling, it will mould around you whether you're napping or relaxing. Plus, you can adjust the firmness for just the right amount of comfort and support, and even transform it into a smaller breastfeeding pillow once your baby arrives.

Best of all, you can pick and choose from a range of stylish muted hues. We went for the fog green.

Leading US maternity brand Queen Rose knows what it's doing when it comes to prenatal comfort and support. This one provides ample belly cushioning and the natural E-shape means you can sleep easily on your side, plus we love the sumptuous velvet cover.

If you have a C-section, it's wise to spend at least a week in bed recovering, followed by a week on the sofa, which is where this body support pillow from Silentnight comes to the rescue.

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.

And, if you plan to spend a lot more time chilling in bed over the coming months, we don't blame you.

This simple V-shaped pregnancy pillow is filled with silicon fibre flakes to mould around your growing bump and keep you cosy while you sleep. We love the machine washable funky polka dot zippered cover that comes in a variety of colours, plus it can be toggled together to create a baby nest once your little one arrives. Best of all at under £30, it's a total bargain.

Banking as much sleep as possible is essential when you're expecting. So, if you sleep hot and regularly find yourself waking up in a sweat, this pregnancy pillow is the one for you.

The V-shape is designed to fit snugly around your body to support side sleeping, plus it also comes with a handy wedge to align your hips.

Best of all, we rate the soft cotton cover that our mama tester praised for keeping her cool and fresh while she slept soundly.

This wedge pillow is ideal if you have a smaller bed and want something that doesn’t take up too much space. Designed to support your belly, back or legs, it’s made from comfy memory foam that moulds to your body.

It’s versatile enough to be used in a variety of ways, including for sleeping or sitting, and it’s also suitable for after baby arrives too.