Of all pregnancy pillows I tested, my favorite was the Keep-Cool Frida Mom adjustable pregnancy pillow. This lightweight cylinder-shaped pillow is filled with microbeads to allow proper airflow and keep you cool. It’s also fully adjustable and can be molded into a U, C, L, or I shape. Because it’s moldable, it also gets in the way less if you’re sharing a bed, compared to a full-body pregnancy pillow.

If you don’t like a milder option, this might not be the one for you. I’ve found this pillow to be the best fit for me and my needs throughout most of my pregnancy, but it may be more suitable in the second trimester as your tummy grows and needs a bit of support when sleeping on your side.

I liked that this pillow wasn’t too big and you could easily maneuver it around as you changed sleeping positions throughout the night. I also appreciated that the pillow didn’t overheat and stayed comfortably cool throughout the night. I even caught my husband taking a nap with it once, so if you’re generally a side bedroom you can also enjoy this pillow.
— Giselle Castro-Sloboda

Pro:

• Easy to adjust
• Cooling
• Takes up little space

Cons:

• Does not provide full body support
• It may be too soft for some people