The best mattress for side sleepers – and how to choose one, according to doctors and osteopaths

<p>Do you need a soft mattress if you sleep on your side, or are firm models better for your back? And what about pillows? Here’s what the experts say</p><p>• <a href="https://www. theguardian.

com/thefilter/2025/feb/06/best-mattress"><strong>The best mattresses, tested</strong></a><strong><br>• </strong><a href="https://www. theguardian. com/thefilter/2025/oct/05/best-mattress-back-pain-expert-recommended-uk"><strong>The best mattresses for back pain</strong></a></p><p><a href="https://www. nm. org/healthbeat/healthy-tips/pick-a-side-for-sleep">Most of us</a>, me included, sleep on our sides. Drooling into your <a…