ARTICLE by Natalie Brown

Comparing our Pregnancy Pillows

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As that bump begins to grow, your belly can start to hinder your quality of sleep – a not so ideal situation as this is the time in your life when rest is super important! Restful sleep is essential for you and baby so, many clever product developers have created pregnancy pillows to give support to heavy bumps, swollen limbs, or sore backs.

pregnancy pillows put to the test

Clever developers such as the team of Chiropractors, Paediatricians and Midwives behind the much-loved brand bbhugme have brought pregnant women quality support pillows for many years.  Designed for optimal support, the bbhugme pregnancy pillows are made with sleeping, sitting, lying down and nursing in mind. 

While the versatility of the bbhugme pillow range is loved by many, as with anything, some products may work for you and others may not. Therefore, we’ve rounded up our collection of pregnancy pillows, bringing you all the features of our 3 models by brands bbhugme, Purflo and Snuz and what to look out for when choosing the right one for you.

Comparing Our Top Three Pregnancy Pillows

bbhugme Pregnancy Pillow

For versatility

bbhuge me pregnancy pillows

The bbhugme Pregnancy Pillow is designed to be easily adjustable, so you can find just the right firmness and shape to support your body. It can be adjusted with two rings at each end while the soft, yet firm pebbles inside the pillow are made from BPA-free silicone. Enabling you to easily mould the pillow to your body, it ensures maximum comfortability for your growing bump.

Also featuring a washable cover which is soft, breathable, and made from 95% cotton and 5% spandex jersey fabric, it can easily fit on and off the pillow and is machine washable at 40c. As well as being OEKO-TEX standard, the materials in the bbhugme are odour-free and naturally anti-bacterial, keeping them fresh and clean for longer.

Not only does the bbhugme offer fantastic support, the scandi-chic design makes them a beautiful home and bedroom accessory. There are a range of colours and patterns to choose from, so you’re bound to find one that suits your bedroom and personality.

Purflo Breathe Pregnancy pillow

For ergonomics

purflo breathe pillow

The Purflo Breathe Pregnancy Pillow's main feature is its ergonomic ‘C’ shaped design, which aims to provide complete support and comfort. Compared with the traditional sausage-shaped pillow, the Purflo Breathe features a “3D spacer mesh” panel right in the middle. The spacer mesh provides full breathability around the bump area and has ultra-soft cotton meshing throughout. The top and bottom of the pillow are curved to support the head, hips, knees, and ankles in all the right places. 

The contoured shape of the Breathe Pregnancy Pillow can also be used beyond pregnancy to provide support during the feeding process as it makes an excellent back support cushion beyond the maternity stage. Plus, the pillow can be used to help support baby during tummy time, helping baby develop strong neck and shoulder muscles and promote motor skills.

The fabric cover choices include colourful botanical and a minimal grey. Better yet, both the inner and outer cover can be machine washed on a gentle setting and left to dry. Perfect to keep your sleep and nursing environment hygienic.

SnuzCurve Pregnancy Pillow

For compactness

The SnuzCurve Pregnancy Pillow is designed to guide your body into a perfect sleep position by taking the pressure off your hips, legs and ankles. It also offers support for your upper body and reduces both back pain and pressure on your bump. 

The SnuzCurve was developed with health professionals and sleep experts at every stage of its manufacturing. The innovative KneeBlade shape helps guide you into the perfect position, and the long shape helps you create a neutral spine by supporting your entire body.

This pillow allows you to drift off into a deep and peaceful sleep from day one of your pregnancy journey. It is compact in size and made from cooling, breathable materials to keep you comfortable. 

Specifications 

Specs

bbhugme

Purflo

Snuz

RRP(£)

145

59

42.48

Dimensions (cm)

 L150 x H20

L116 x W43

 

L135 x W30 x D25

Weight (kg)

1

2

Machine Washable

Yes - cover is machine washable at 40c

Yes - cover machine washable at 40c

Inner can be washed on 30c gentle wash 

Yes - Machine washable liner

bbhugme Pregnancy Pillow
Purflo Breath Pregnancy Pillow

SnuzCurve Pregnancy Pillow

Overall

Our pregnancy collection houses a variety of different shaped pillows that each offer its own individual benefit. Whether you’re after a sleep specific companion, or an all-rounded support cushion, each model is uniquely designed for specific purposes. For maximum versatility and style, the bbhugme is a great option and well-revered with a large majority of our NBS customers rating it 5 stars!

For a more specifically compact and easy to transport option which is also kinder to the pennies, the SnuzCurve is brilliant at offering a similar supportive station for your bump.

Alternatively for specifically ergonomic engineering, the Purflo Breathe Pillow is ideal for expectant mamas in the later stages of pregnancy when support is paramount. 

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