Study finding
Randomized controlled trial showed pregnancy pillow users achieved PSQI sleep score of 4.03 vs 8.12 in control group (lower is better), with comfort scores of 65.7 vs 50.9
Source: BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth - RCT, 2026
Pregnancy Cuddle Support Pillow – Handmade
£69.99
Cover
No Cover
In stock · free UK delivery · 2–4 days
Secure checkoutSSL encrypted
Accepted payment methods
- Compact U-Shaped Support — Surrounds the back, bump and hips without filling the bed
- Pregnancy to Nursing — Repositions for side rest, sitting and feeding support
- Removable Cotton Cover — Breathable 100% cotton cover is easy to care for
Details
Everything you need to know
Product details
Product details
Pregnancy Cuddle Support Pillow – Handmade in the UK
Enjoy comfortable, targeted support during pregnancy and beyond with this handmade pregnancy cuddle support pillow. Its compact curved design provides a cosy surface to cuddle and rest against, with cushioning around the back, bump and hips without taking up the space of a full-length pregnancy pillow.
Easy to position in different ways, it can be used while resting on your side, sitting up in bed or relaxing on the sofa. The compact design also makes it a practical support pillow for feeding and nursing after your baby arrives.
Filled with soft, resilient premium fibre filling, the pillow provides gentle cushioning and is designed to maintain its shape during regular use. It comes complete with a breathable, removable 100% cotton cover, handmade in the United Kingdom.
Product Features
- Compact Cuddle Design: A cosy, curved shape designed for comfortable resting and cuddling.
- Pregnancy Support: Provides comfortable cushioning around the back, bump and hips while resting on your side.
- Soft Premium Filling: Resilient fibre filling provides gentle cushioning and a comfortable feel.
- Versatile Use: Suitable for relaxing on the sofa, sitting up in bed or resting in different positions.
- Feeding & Nursing Support: Compact design can also be used as a support pillow while feeding or nursing your baby.
- Removable Cotton Cover: Includes a breathable, removable 100% cotton cover.
- Handmade in the UK: Carefully handmade in the United Kingdom.
Size
- Length: 79 cm
- Width: 74 cm
- Height: 15.5 cm
Delivery & Returns
Delivery & Returns
Delivery
- United Kingdom:Free delivery
- Order cut-off: 12:00 PM (UK)
- Handling time: 1–2 business days
- Estimated delivery:2–4 days
- Courier: Royal Mail, Evri, or Yodel
Returns
- Return window: 14 days from delivery
- Condition: Unused, original packaging
- Return postage: Paid by you (free on faulty items)
- Faulty items: Full refund or replacement
- Restocking fees: None
- Refund processing: Within 10 business days
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pregnancy pillow?
A pregnancy pillow is a full-body support pillow shaped to hold your bump, back and knees so side sleeping stays comfortable as pregnancy progresses.
What is the difference between a pregnancy pillow and a maternity pillow?
Nothing material — pregnancy pillow and maternity pillow are two names for the same product family (U-shape, C-shape, wedges). Shape and fill matter more than the label.
Is this a U-shaped body pillow?
Yes. This listing is our U-shaped full-body design — it wraps head-to-knee support so you can stay on your side without stacking loose pillows.
Is a pregnancy pillow the same as a pregnancy cushion?
Yes. Shoppers search both "pregnancy pillow" and "pregnancy cushion" for the same support use. This product is a structured pillow for bump and body support, not a seat pad.
When should I start using a pregnancy pillow?
Whenever ordinary pillows stop feeling enough — many people start in the second trimester as the bump grows; there is no single "correct" week.
Why is side sleeping recommended during pregnancy?
From around 28 weeks, UK health guidance recommends going to sleep on your side. A full-body maternity pillow supports bump and back together so staying on your side is easier overnight.
How does a full-body U-shaped pregnancy pillow help?
The U-shape supports your head, knees and back in one piece so hips and shoulders stay stacked on your side without a pile of spare pillows sliding away.
Can I use it after the baby arrives?
Yes — many parents keep a U-shaped pillow for feeding and nursing support; washable covers keep it practical day to day.
How do I choose the best pregnancy pillow in the UK?
Compare shape (U vs C vs wedge), fill, cover washability and size for your bed. Our free guide to the best pregnancy pillows in the UK (2026) walks through those choices and links the matching products.
Read our guide to the best pregnancy pillows in the UK (2026) · Shop maternity & pregnancy pillows
Will a 12ft pregnancy pillow fit on a double bed?
12 ft is the outer edge of the U, not the bed space it needs. Each leg is about 182 cm, running head to ankle for most heights, and the pillow is 40 cm wide, so it occupies part of one sleeper's side.
What is delivery and returns?
UK delivery is free on orders over £39. Tracked dispatch times are in the delivery panel on this page. Unused items can be returned within our standard returns window in original packaging — see Delivery & returns.
What is a U-shaped pregnancy pillow used for?
A U-shaped pillow is designed to support multiple areas of the body while sleeping or resting, helping provide comfort for the back, hips and legs.
Can the pillow be used after pregnancy?
Yes. Many people continue to use U-shaped pillows for everyday relaxation, reading in bed or additional sleeping comfort.
What filling is used in the pillow?
The pillow contains soft and supportive fibre filling designed to maintain its shape while providing comfortable cushioning.
Is the cover removable?
An optional 100% cotton cover is available and can be removed for washing.
Where is the pillow made?
This pillow is handmade in the United Kingdom.
Research Behind the Design
Research Behind the Design
Study finding
A study of a combined memory-foam pregnancy mattress and pillow reported longer sleep duration and lower pelvic-girdle pain scores
Source: PubMed - Pelvic Girdle Pain Study, 2021Expert insight
Use pillows to support your bump and any aching muscles. Try sleeping with a pillow between your knees and consider sleeping on your side during pregnancy.
NHS England, Start for Life ProgrammeImportant note
These studies concern the wider product category or design principle and may not have tested this exact product. Individual results may vary.
Consult a healthcare professional for personalised medical advice.
Pregnancy Cuddle Support Pillow – Handmade
Wrap-around support for the front, back and legs
The full-body shape surrounds both sides, so the bump, back and knees can be supported without arranging several loose pillows.
Front support
One side cushions the front of the body and growing bump.
Back support
The opposite side remains behind the body for wrap-around comfort.
Knee and leg support
The lower section can sit between the knees and beneath the legs.
British comfort specialists
Made in Devon. Refined since 1979.
Second-generation, family-run British manufacturer with decades of experience creating practical comfort and positioning products.
- Family-run since 1979More than four decades of British design experience.
- Specialist support productsPractical designs for sleep, sitting and everyday comfort.
- Handmade in DevonProduced by skilled craftspeople in the Putnams factory.
Inside the Devon workshop
Family-run British manufacturing since 1979