Finding the Best Mattress for Your Sleep Position

No matter if you’re a back sleeper, side sleeper, stomach sleeper, or something in between, your sleep position can greatly influence your sleep. For example, stomach sleepers may deal with neck or back pain, while back sleepers are more likely to snore. Each sleep position has its pros and cons, but you need a mattress that fits your position to get the best sleep possible.

Here we pair each sleep position with the best mattress possible:

Back Sleepers

Roughly 8 to 14% of the population are back sleepers. While it may not be very popular, back sleep is great for your neck, back, and head, providing extra support to those areas. However, back sleeping can also cause issues with snoring and acid reflux.

A back sleeper should look for a slightly firmer mattress for spinal support but with enough cushioning for comfort. Think of it as the goldilocks mattress—not too firm and not too soft.

Side Sleepers

If back sleepers are the minority, then side sleepers are the majority. About 75% of the population sleeps on their side. Nevertheless, side sleeping can lead to an improperly aligned spine at night, which in turn causes shoulder, hip, and back pain.

Side sleepers should find a mattress that is softer and plushier. You want to sink down into your bed at night to reduce the amount of weight on your hips.

Stomach Sleepers

Many stomach sleepers have been told repeatedly that sleeping on your stomach takes its toll on your body. Neck and spinal issues are common, but a leopard can’t change its spots.

16% of the population are stomach sleepers. The goal for these sleepers is to find a firm mattress that provides optimal support.

Combo Sleepers

While many of us can fit into one of the above categories, some can fit in multiple. Perhaps you sleep on your stomach and your side, or maybe you can sleep in any position so long as you’ve got a comfy mattress underneath you.

For these kinds of sleepers, you’ll want to choose a mattress that fits the position you sleep in the most. For example, if you sleep on your side 70% of the time and your stomach 30% of the time, find a mattress that’s built for side sleepers.

No matter your sleep position, Replacement Mattress can help you find the perfect mattress for you. Contact us today to get started!