Peanut Pillows
Compact support for the places that need a little extra comfort. Choose the Peanut Pillow for neck and lower back support, or the Big Peanut for hips, legs and sleep positioning.
What Is a Peanut Pillow Used For?
Peanut pillows are shaped to provide targeted support without the bulk of a full body pillow. Their curved shape sits comfortably around different areas of the body, making them useful when you want a little extra support while sitting, resting or sleeping. Its shape can cradle pressure areas while keeping gentle support.
The smaller Peanut Pillow is a versatile support pillow that can be placed behind the lower back while sitting or used beneath the neck while reclining. Its compact size also makes it easy to move from the sofa to the car, office or wherever you tend to need extra support.
It can also be useful during stretching, rehabilitation exercises or recovery when a small amount of positioning support is needed.
Peanut Pillows for Hips, Knees and Lower Back
The Big Peanut Pillow is larger and designed for broader support through the lower body.
Side sleepers can place it between the knees to help keep the legs and hips more comfortably positioned, support hip alignment and reduce unnecessary rotation or tension through the lower back. Back sleepers may prefer it beneath the knees or legs, while its compact shape makes it a less bulky alternative to a traditional full-length body pillow.
It is also popular during pregnancy, when changing sleep positions and a growing body can make additional support around the hips and legs particularly welcome.
For more complete alignment through the body, many customers combine lower-body support with a structured neck pillow such as the Posture Form Pillow.
FAQs
What is a Peanut Pillow?
A Peanut Pillow is a compact support pillow with a curved shape designed to sit comfortably around different areas of the body.
The Peanut Pillow is commonly used for the neck and lower back, while the larger Big Peanut Pillow is designed for broader support around the hips, knees and legs.
What is the difference between the Peanut Pillow and the Big Peanut Pillow?
The Peanut Pillow is the smaller and more versatile of the two. It can be used behind the lower back while sitting, beneath the neck while reclining, or whenever you need compact targeted support.
The Big Peanut Pillow is larger and better suited to sleep positioning, particularly between the knees for side sleepers or beneath the knees and legs for back sleepers.
Can I sleep with a Peanut Pillow between my knees?
Yes. The Big Peanut Pillow is the better option for this.
Placing support between the knees can help keep the legs and hips in a more comfortable position while side sleeping. Its shape provides support without the size of a traditional full body pillow.
Can I put a Peanut Pillow under my knees?
Yes. The Big Peanut Pillow can be placed beneath the knees or legs while lying on your back.
Some people find this position more comfortable through the hips and lower back than lying completely flat. Improving positioning like this can help reduce strain associated with hip or lower-back tension.
Can I use the Peanut Pillow for lower back support while sitting?
Yes. The Peanut Pillow can be placed behind the lower back while sitting to provide compact lumbar support.
Its smaller size makes it useful at a desk, on the sofa or in the car without adding too much bulk.
Are Peanut Pillows firm?
The recycled polyfill compresses slightly under pressure while maintaining structure.
That gives the Peanut and Big Peanut a gentle, supportive feel wherever you place them.
Are Peanut Pillows suitable during pregnancy?
The Big Peanut Pillow is popular during pregnancy because it can provide additional support between the knees, around the hips or beneath the legs while sleeping.
For more pregnancy-specific options and positioning ideas, visit our Pregnancy Pillows collection.
Which Peanut Pillow is best for side sleepers?
For lower-body support while side sleeping, we recommend the Big Peanut Pillow.
Its larger size makes it more suitable for positioning between the knees and legs, while the Peanut Pillow is better suited to smaller areas such as the neck or lower back.
Can I travel with a Peanut Pillow?
Yes. The Peanut Pillow is compact and lightweight, which makes it easy to take in the car or pack for trips.
It can be used for lower back or neck support while sitting and reclining. For your main sleeping pillow once you reach your destination, the Posture Form Travel Pillow is designed specifically for overnight neck support.