What a cuddle pillow is, why side sleepers love it, how to use one, and how to choose a satin or cotton cover.
A cuddle pillow is a long pillow you can hug, rest your leg over, or lean against. It's our bestselling product, and once people try one they rarely sleep without it. Here's why, and how to choose and care for one.
What is a cuddle pillow?
A cuddle pillow, also called a body pillow, is much longer than a normal pillow. Ours is 20 x 54 inches / 50 x 137 cm, long enough to hug with your arms while it runs down between your knees at the same time.
Why people love them
Comfortable side sleeping
When you sleep on your side, your top leg tends to fall forward and twist your hips, and your top arm has nowhere to rest. Hugging a long pillow gives both your arm and your knee support, which many side sleepers find more comfortable for their back, hips and shoulders.
Something to hold
Plenty of people simply sleep better holding something. A soft cuddle pillow is calming and cosy, and it helps you settle into one position instead of tossing and turning.
A backrest for the bed
Stand it up against the headboard or fold it behind you, and it becomes a comfortable backrest for reading, working on your laptop or watching TV in bed.
Extra support for everyone
Kids love them, couples use them to claim their side of the bed, and many people who need a little extra support at night find a long pillow more comfortable than stacking several small ones.
How to use a cuddle pillow
- Side sleeping: hug the top of the pillow and bend your top knee over the lower half.
- Back sleeping: place it under your knees, or along one side of your body.
- Sitting up: stand it against the headboard behind your back.
Choosing a cover
A cover keeps your cuddle pillow clean and lets you change its look. Our cuddle pillow is sold without a cover, so you can choose:
- Satin cuddle pillow cover: smooth, gentle on hair and skin, in 16 colours.
- Cotton cuddle pillow cover: breathable and cool for warm nights, in 5 colours.
Many people keep one of each and swap them with the seasons.
Caring for your cuddle pillow
- Always use a cover, and wash the cover regularly.
- To wash the pillow, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle or hand wash.
- Air dry only. Do not bleach, tumble dry, iron or dry clean.
- Fluff it regularly to keep it full.
Ready to try one? Get the Seevo cuddle pillow and pick a cover to match your bedding.