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What pillow do side sleepers need?
In short
Side sleepers usually need higher loft to fill the gap between shoulder and head so the neck stays nearer level with the spine. Exact height depends on shoulder width and how soft the mattress is. Memory foam, latex, down and fibre fills differ in rebound and moulding to shape.
More detail
Stomach sleepers typically need much less loft. See pillow ergonomics for the position map.
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Updated 2026-08-03. All answers