To be active and healthy, everybody must get eight hours of sleep every night. But sleeping comfortably can become a challenge if you keep tossing in the bed because of your uncomfortable pillow. If you are a side sleeper, then you need different pillows for a comfortable sleep.

It is important to look for spine alignment when shopping for your new pillow. While you are sleeping, you need something that helps you to keep your head and your neck in place and separates the knees. So, total body pillows or a firm pillow with neck and head contours will be perfect for side sleepers.

Our pick of the five best pillows for side sleepers are as follows:

Tri-core Cervical Pillow from Core Products
This pillow is picked popularly by side sleepers. The upper part of the pillow being firm, the lower part supports the neck and the divot in the middle cradles the head comfortably. It gives a stress-free sleep to side sleepers. The pillow comes in seven different sizes, making it a perfect choice for customers of all ages and sizes.

Ultra Soft Body Pillow by Utopia Bedding
This pillow not only provides support to the head but also provides total body alignment. The pillow is four and a half feet long and helps you to rest your head comfortably while separating your knees.

Back ‘N Belly Contoured Body Pillow by Leachco
This body pillow is U shaped to provide alignment to your complete body while you are sleeping. It supports your head, hip, neck, and your entire back.

Iso•Cool® Memory Foam Pillow by SleepBetter
This firm pillow is made up of foam to support your head, neck and your entire body. You can find this product both in standard and contoured versions.

Original Sobakawa Buckwheat Pillow by Nature’s Pillows
This pillow is stuffed with outer shells of the buckwheat. The shells do not generate heat, thus keeping you cool throughout the night and giving you a comfortable sleep.

The more you explore, the more options you get to choose in the market. Pick the right one for your bed and enjoy your sleep.