Both can create an uncomfortable position for some people.
What can help?
If you sleep on your side, choose a pillow high enough to fill the gap between your shoulder and head without bending your neck upward.
If you sleep on your back, use a pillow that supports the natural curve of the neck while allowing the head to rest comfortably.
Avoid sleeping with your head sharply turned to one side for long periods.
You may also want to consider your daytime habits. Long periods spent looking down at a phone or leaning toward a computer can contribute to neck discomfort, which may become more noticeable at night.
If neck pain continues despite adjusting your sleep position and pillow, a healthcare professional can help identify the cause.
7. Sleeping Position During Pregnancy
Pregnancy changes the body's shape, balance, and pressure distribution, which can make comfortable sleep more challenging.
Side sleeping is often recommended as pregnancy progresses, particularly during the second and third trimesters.
