How a Pregnancy Pillow could change your life

Listen, mamas, we need to talk. We all know the "pregnancy glow" is mostly just sweat and harsh lighting, and by the time you hit the second trimester, sleep becomes a competitive sport that you are definitely losing.

Remember back in the day when you could just you know .. lie down? On your back even. And stay there? Now, every time you try to roll over, it requires a three-point turn, a GPS system, and a small crane. Your hips ache, your lower back is screaming.

Enter: The Pregnancy Pillow.

I’ll be honest, when I first saw one, I thought, “Do I really need a six-foot-long stuffed sausage taking up 70% of the bed?” The answer is a resounding, shouting-from-the-rooftops YES.

Whether you go for the U-shape (The Fortress) or the C-shape (The Snuggle Buddy), these things are absolute game-changers. It’s basically a giant, plushy (temperature regulated) hug that doesn’t snore or steal the duvet. It supports the bump, tucks perfectly between your knees to save your acheing hips, and gives you something to lean your weary back against.

The best part? It’s not just for sleeping. It’s the ultimate prop for those late-night "research" sessions (scrolling Pinterest for nursery decor) and the perfect crumb-catcher for when you’re eating crackers in bed because your stomach is a bottomless pit. Plus, once the baby arrives, it’s a lifesaver for nursing support, creating a safe little nest on the sofa, or the dog can commander it.

So, if you’re currently propping yourself up with seven mismatched decorative cushions and a rolled-up towel, treat yourself. Buy the giant pillow (grab one second hand if you need to!). Your back will thank you, your hips will thank you, your partner will thank you for not complaining so much, and let’s be real it is a small price to pay for a mama who finally got five hours of shut-eye. (Also lol 5 hours is a dream run compared to the newborn nights!)

Do your research on the inner filing too, they vary a bit and you have ever right to be fussy and make this a perfect purchase. You’re gonna need all the energy you can muster for the main event!

Sweet dreams of clouds and marshmallows mamas!