We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. There are few things less sexy than finding a good sex position only to realize your knees hurt, your arms are exhausted, or your lower back has decided it's done for the evening. And sure, you could keep shoving regular bed pillows under various body parts and hoping for the best.
Or you could give those poor pillows a break and invest in an actual sex pillow. Unlike the ones currently being crushed into submission on your bed, sex pillows and wedges are designed to support your body so you can get into—and actually stay in—different positions without feeling like you're doing a full-body workout. According to Alicia Sinclair, sex educator and founder and CEO of Le Wand, sex pillows are “firm foam cushions, usually covered in a wipeable, body-safe material, designed to prop you up at an angle during sex.” As she puts it, “Think of them as furniture for your sex life.
They hold a position for you so you don't have to burn a hundred calories just staying propped up on your elbows.” Depending on the shape and where you put it, a sex pillow can help change the angle of penetration, make certain areas easier to reach during oral sex, or take pressure off your knees, hips, back, arms, and wrists. Sinclair says they can be especially useful for people with limited mobility or back, hip, or knee pain, as well as during pregnancy. But you certainly don't need a specific reason to appreciate a position that suddenly requires approximately 75 percent less effort.
Some sex wedges are small enough to slide under your hips, while larger ramps offer more full-body support, and stackable sets let you switch up your angles without rearranging your entire bedroom. Below, we've rounded up the best sex pillows and wedges for different positions, bodies, budgets, and bedroom setups. Your knees can thank us later.
Liberator is one of the best-known brands in the world of sex pillows, and the Wedge is a bestseller for a reason: It really delivers. In addition to having a moisture-wicking, machine-washable outer cover, it has a 27-degree angle that can change the angle of penetration for a whole bunch of positions. THE REVIEW: According to one reviewer, “I must say that I wish I would have purchased this product sooner.
It’s very easy to use, great for multiple positions, and the cover is removable so you can wash it. The best part is that it maintains its shape and is very supportive. My wife and I love this and we use it all the time.” If you want to go the more traditional pillow route, this super-versatile option is worth checking out.
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