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What number of pillows should you sleep with? – Shocking revelation! It is not compulsory to sleep with two pillows. The sole purpose of a pillow is to give your head balance while sleeping. Sleeping with two pillows is advisable only for folks with partners. If your pet sleeps on the bed with you, you do not need to have a pillow for it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alright, can we say having two pillows on your bed is totally bad?  Let\u2019s find out more about the number of pillows you should sleep with and its exceptions. Keep scrolling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Exemptions and Rules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. Side Sleepers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Side sleepers are exempted from the rule of one pillow per bed. They should use two pillows as one will go for their head and the other will go for their knees. Sleeping sideways can be a bit complicated if your body is not well aligned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The sideways position can stress your spine and neck if you do not rest your body on a balance like a pillow. So if you are a side sleeper, go ahead and use the two pillows, you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Back Sleepers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One pillow is ideal for back sleepers. All they need is get a soft pillow which will give their head balance. The other parts of your body are well inclined so you do not pose any risk of stress or pain. Your back is treated appropriately and your spine is safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Back sleeping is the best position to aim if you truly desire to sleep within seconds in bed and to stay healthy. Check out how to fall asleep within few seconds here<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Front Sleepers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This position of sleep is tagged to be the worst of all sleeping positions. Side sleepers are good to go with one pillow. One soft pillow will save you from headaches and neck pain. However, you should try not to eat late to bed if you are a front sleeper. You run the risk of stomach upset and indigestion. Read more on the dangers of eating just before bed here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Front sleepers could also sleep properly without a pillow. If you are a front sleeper and cannot get a soft pillow, you can still get maximum rest and sound sleep without a pillow. Using a firm pillow will make you have pains in your neck and you will have body aches when you wake at dawn.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4. Pregnant Sleepers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you are pregnant with your child, you must use a body pillow to align your body properly while on the bed. Pillows must also be placed beside your knees, right behind your back, and in front of your stomach. As a pregnant woman, you need extra care and support when it comes to sleeping techniques and rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Back Pain Sleepers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You have just been diagnosed with chronic back pain \u2013 the recommended number of pillows for you will be just one which must be placed right between your knees or beside your ribs to align your spine and give it rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Multiple Positions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Some individuals sleep with more than one sleeping position. If you are a multiple-position sleeper, the ideal number of pillows for you is two. One for your head another for your knee. However, you can switch the pillow for your knee to your stomach or back. It all depends on how comfortable you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, multiple sleepers can also use the pillow. It comes like this, you might be are a multiple-position sleeper, you will have a dominant sleep style. If your dominant sleep style is the back position, you are on the path to using just one pillow. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Why Do I feel Like I need more than one pillow?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

There are two answers to this question. The first goes thus; you could feel the need to buy another pillow simply because your current pillow is not good enough and does not suit your sleeping position. To solve this issue, know your sleeping position and get a softer pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Secondly, you might feel the need for a second pillow just because you feel it is normal to have two pillows on the bed. In this scenario, try to ignore the thought and focus more on maximizing your current pillow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How can I choose the right pillow?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

When you are set to get a new mattress, you should be considering buying a new pillow too. Find out ways to buy the best mattress here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buying a new pillow requires the following consideration<\/p>\n\n\n\n