GETTING STARTED WITH CUSHY PUFF
Welcome to Cloud Cushy! In this article we talk about all the different ways that you can use your pregnancy pillow. The Cushy Puff has many uses during pregnancy and beyond. We recommend using it as early as possible during pregnancy to support you as your body begins to go through the maternal changes.
During pregnancy the pillow can be used to support you, and your bump, when you sleep on your side or front, as well as through any light exercise you might choose to take. Post pregnancy it can support your baby while nursing and also become a baby nest. Beyond pregnancy, it can be used a a posture pillow by anyone!
Below you can see some more detail about all the different ways your pillow can be used and, if you want to discover more about the physical challenges during each trimester and the benefits of the Cushy Puff pregnancy pillow, see our Perfect Posture series.
Sleeping on your side
The NHS recommend sleeping on your side during pregnancy. This is where the Cushy Puff comes into its own, with its adjustable firmness through the adaptability of the knots at each end.
We recommend lying, with your bump supported by the pillow and it wedged between your knees. You can also rest your head on it where it feels comfortable.
Nursing your baby
The Cushy Puff pregnancy pillow can continue to be used after giving birth as a nursing pillow, if you feel like you need the support, to bring your baby up to the level of your chest.
This can be done by resting the pillow over your lap, and knotting each end together behind your back.
Sleeping on your front
If you want to find an alternative position to sleeping on your side, we recommend trying sleeping on your front, using the Cushy Puff pregnancy pillow as ‘donut’ for your bump to rest in.
You may also need a couple of pillows by your head to give more support to your head and neck. It is generally advised by the NHS to avoid sleeping on your back during pregnancy as this can increase the risk of stillbirth.
Creating a baby nest
In a similar was to 'Sleeping on your front' the Cushy Puff pregnancy pillow can be used as a 'baby nest'. A soft, supported place for your baby to rest in a safe and secure position.
By tying each of the ends together, you can create a 'donut' to place your baby into.
Supporting light exercise
The Cushy Puff Pregnancy Pillow help whilst taking light exercise to support your back, knees, neck, hips and head.
It's support can help you to keep proper alignment by cushioning the different areas of your body.
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