Best Toddler Pillows in the UK

This is a cushion of medium size that will be pretty much perfect for any type of a sleeper. Whether your tot likes to rest on his or her back, front, or side, this pillow will provide lots of neck and head support without letting your child sink into it, which could cause a nighttime disturbance. This is an appropriate cushion for an infant of 24 months and above, as it’s big enough to be a soft and comforting headrest without compromising the much-needed support for your moppet's spine.

What makes this headrest such an ideal choice for the young ones is its stuffing. The newly developed ClevaFoam material has the properties of regular memory foam which allow the cushion to shape itself around your baby’s head and neck to focus support on the spot that particularly needs it. Moreover, while it does share some of the firmness of adult memory foam cushions, the Clevamama Toddler Pillow is much plumper and more delicate than its counterparts. Your son or daughter might take a few days to adjust to it.

The pillowcase boasts the AirFlow technology that not only ventilates the pillow to air out excess heat but also draws any moisture away from your baby. With a casing like this, even the hottest night won’t keep your angel from napping peacefully. Any sweat will be removed swiftly.

Homescapes has crafted a rather big pillow, definitely suitable for a larger boy or girl, since a smaller child could have trouble settling down and finding a comfortable position. Plus, the big size makes this cushion an unlikely pick for travelling, which would force you to buy another product if you want your toddler to sleep well even during a long trip.

This headrest is quite high-set, so kids who sleep on their side are likely to have trouble adjusting to the new cushion and may even reject it completely. This one would be best suited for back and front sleepers.

This model is stuffed with 80% goose feathers and 20% down, which should, in theory, make it incredibly and delightfully soft. The cover that comes with the product is double-stitched cotton providing outstanding sturdiness but cutting into the desired plumpness. The edges are somewhat rough and the material may just be too strong. A sensitive child could find this headrest excessively firm and ask for something plushier.

However, the highly-praised double stitches are still quite valuable as they not only keep the filling in (cleaning up goose feathers is no fun, trust us) but also protect the pillow and, consequently, your little angel from dust mites or any other harmful particles.

This is the smallest cushion on our list, a teeny little thing that is a real godsend to any parent with younger kids who already want a pillow. This Proheeder’s product is compact, which also makes it perfect for travelling and preserving your baby’s sleep even when you’re on the road. And if you want to snooze alongside your little angel, pick out a good travel pillow. The compact size means that kids can use it to sleep on their side, front, or back with no issues whatsoever, which may be quite important as toddlers already start forming their consistent sleeping habits.

The cushion is stuffed with soft and hygienic hollowfibre and has the casing made of 100% cotton, so it’s not only high-quality but also quite easy to clean. If you’re in a hurry, just clean it with a simple wet sponge. For deeper and more thorough cleaning, the headrest is machine washable and dryable to save your precious time. However, note that it could be a little tricky to find a replacement cover because the small non-standard size of this pillow makes the search for a good new pillowcase a bit tougher than expected. It’s not impossible, to be sure, but you should still start searching well in advance so that the cushion isn’t left without a fresh casing.

What makes the Roma Anti Allergy Cot Bed Pillow stand out right away among its competitors is its relatively small dimensions. The cushion is low-profile, which is the perfect choice for smaller kids and those tots who like sleeping on their sides. It is quite flat and thus may be easily taken along on a trip by car or plane in your kids' luggage to give your baby a place to rest his or her head. This model even fits 12+ toddlers, so if your baby starts to crave a soft headrest early on, this Roma’s product could be a nice bet.

The cushion is not very narrow but fitting something that compact into a bed or cot should not be an issue whatsoever.

Unlike some other cushions, this one does not come with an additional cover, which means you either have to spend the extra money and get one or risk getting the pillow dirty. The cushion is machine washable but extra chores are never fun, so consider getting a backup cover just in case. As for the pillow’s own casing, it is made of microfibre which is a highly sturdy and tear-resistant material that does not moult or slide on bedsheets. So not only will the pillow stay in pristine condition for a long time, it will also not leave any thread on the sheets or roll away in the middle of the night if your child turns over. This could be quite important if your toddler is sleeping in his or her first bed without raised edges, as the headrest will always be nearby and the baby won’t wake you up in the middle of the night because of a lost cushion.

This headrest is filled with 100% hollowfibre, soft and reliable material. No need to worry about gaps forming after multiple washes or the pillow losing its shape after heavy use.

Ready Steady Bed Junior Toddler Pillow is a large, high-profile cushion, so it is best suitable for a bigger child who prefers sleeping on the back or on the belly. You should observe your baby’s sleeping habits and, if your toddler is a side-sleeper, be careful with this model. The above average height means that your toddler might initially be uncomfortable when trying to settle in for the night.

The headrest is also rather big with substantial width and length, which means that it might not fit into every crib or cot. Moreover, this pillow is not suited for travel because of its dimensions which are not exactly luggage-friendly. This particular neck support pillow for a toddler would be a better choice for an older baby who sleeps in a big bed.

The casing of this product is made with polycotton, a modern and experimental material that is smooth, soft to the touch, and yet not excessively delicate. With this cover, you won’t have to stress about any rips or tears as the edges are overlocked, meaning that every single side of the pillow has strengthened stitches to keep the filling inside. Despite the extra sturdiness, the edges are not rough or chafing, which is crucial for a cushion made for kids. And even if your baby does manage to rip the pillowcase accidentally, there is no need to worry about the filling being dangerous to the child as it is 100% hollowfibre. What does that mean for you in particular? Well, hollowfibre clumps together well, so even if some falls out, you won’t have a huge mess and there will be no chance of your child dragging it all over your house! Plus, this material does have another critically important quality that we will cover below.