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Eve Smallman

Is sleeping without a pillow a good idea? Sleep experts explain

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I love my super-comfy pillow. Resting my sleepy li’l head on it and scrolling through TikTok with a hot choc is a highlight of my day. But what happens if you end up in a sitch when you’re pillowless? It can happen, and you’ve gotta be prepared.

I’m talking crashing on your friend’s floor after a night out, rolling up to an Airbnb that isn’t all that, and even just falling out with your boo and sleeping on the couch. There are lots of reasons why you may want to sleep without a pillow. You may even just want to give sleeping a go without one, just to test out any potential health benefits. That’s okay too!

I’ve spoken to experts to find out why you might want to sleep without a pillow, the pros and cons of doing so, and how it can affect your sleep and body. So, whether you’re hunkering down for a night’s sleep sans cushioning or debating doing so, you’ve got all the deets you need.

Head on down for everything you need to know…

Why sleep without a pillow?

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