I am currently pregnant and can sleep only on the side (I turn out differently, or just a little further forward there namely gleih protest;)). This morning I do often hurt the hip. Although I have already read that a nursing pillow can help here. Only the most pillows were me somehow too expensive. Then I found this pillow here and then had at the price but access easily. I am so glad I did! Since then I have virtually no more pain. The pillow is soft, but not too soft, so you can comfortably sleep on. An additional pillow is not necessary. It is quickly knocked after sleeping again neatly in shape. Recommended!