Mattresses For Side Sleepers
Many people like side sleeping, which helps to give them a feeling of safety and security. Whilst it may be exceptionally comfy, it's important to make sure that you get the best night of sleep by purposefully choosing a mattress for side sleepers. This means you'll get the right support and comfort to support your body as you sleep on your side, reducing the risk of aches and pains while giving you plenty of high-quality sleep.
Is a soft or firm mattress better for side sleepers?
If you're a side sleeper, we recommend choosing mattresses on the softer end of the scale, as they have more 'give'. This means your body will sink further into the mattress, giving you a cushioned effect. Soft to medium mattresses will allow your shoulder and hip to 'sink' into the mattress, allowing your spine to remain aligned and reducing the pressure on your joints.
Find out more about what firmness is best and more in our best mattresses for side sleepers guide.
Is a pocket sprung mattress good for side sleepers?
Pocket spring mattresses are a great choice for side sleepers. They offer high levels of support due to their structure, which features hundreds of individually wrapped springs in their own pocket. This structure also allows the springs to move independently from each other, which means side sleepers can get plenty of high-quality sleep without being woken up by excess movement.
Is a memory foam mattress good for side sleepers?
Memory foam is renowned for its ability to contour to your shape, using your body heat to mould to it. This means that memory foam mattresses are a great choice for side sleepers, as they will offer you high levels of support that are unique to you! There are also plenty of hybrid mattresses with a layer of memory foam if you're looking for something more supportive.