Cotton or Velvet Pregnancy Pillow — Which One to Choose?

Cotton or Velvet — Which Pregnancy Pillow Is Right for You?

Choosing your first pregnancy pillow is a small decision that turns out to matter more than expected. You're going to sleep on it for months, wash it, curl up with it every night. Two of our best-loved options — the Cotton and the Velvet — often leave shoppers unsure which one to pick.

Good news: they're the exact same pillow inside. Same U-shape, same generous size, same premium filling, same certifications. The only real difference sits on the outside — the cover. Here's what that means for you.

What both pillows share

Whichever cover you choose, you get the same foundation:

• U-shape design, 65 × 90 × 175 cm — full body support from head to toe
• 7D hollow-fibre filling, hypoallergenic and pressure-relieving
• OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, safe for skin contact
• Machine-washable removable cover
• Designed for side sleepers, from the second trimester through postpartum

If you're comparing sizes, weights, or safety standards — they're identical. So your choice comes down to one thing: how you want it to feel.

The one difference — the cover

Velvet is our plush, premium option. The cover has a soft, slightly warm touch — the kind of texture you want to curl up against on a cool evening. Its density gives it a rich, tactile feel, and it's a favourite for cooler climates or anyone who loves a "cocooning" bedroom setup.

Cotton is our natural, breathable option. It's 100% pure cotton, smooth and cool to the touch. It breathes well through the night, doesn't hold body heat, and feels fresh even in warmer bedrooms. It's the practical, everyday choice — and often the one preferred in warmer months or by anyone who tends to sleep hot.

Both wash beautifully. Both feel considered. Neither is objectively "better" — they're made for different sleepers.

At a glance

 

Choose Velvet if...

• You tend to sleep in cool rooms or through cold months
• You love plush, soft-to-touch fabrics
• You want a pillow that feels a bit more premium and tactile
• Your bedroom aesthetic leans warm and cosy

Choose Cotton if...

• You sleep hot at night, or live somewhere warm
• You prefer natural, breathable materials
• You want maximum airflow and cool-touch comfort
• You care about pure cotton for skin-contact items

Common questions

Is the pillow itself the same inside?
Yes. Same U-shape, same dimensions (65 × 90 × 175 cm), same 7D hollow-fibre filling. Only the removable cover differs.

Which one is easier to wash?
Both are machine-washable. Cotton dries slightly faster and needs no special care. Velvet washes well too but benefits from a gentler cycle to protect its plush finish.

Can I switch between them?
Absolutely. Many parents own both — a cotton cover for summer, a velvet for winter. Extra covers are available separately.

Which one lasts longer?
Both are built to last through pregnancy and well into postpartum use. Care follows the label — treated well, both hold up beautifully for years.

Still hesitating?

If you're genuinely torn: choose the one that matches how your bedroom feels tonight. Warm and cosy? Velvet. Fresh and airy? Cotton. There's no wrong answer — both are the same pillow, dressed differently.