Are you experiencing hot flashes at night? It’s a common symptom of menopause and can prevent you from getting good and restful sleep. Are you waking up in a puddle with a wet pillow under your head? Is this happening several times during the night? Night sweats are not very comfortable, are they?

There’s no need to feel sleepy and sluggish throughout your days because your nights can’t bring you rest. Your pillow has a huge impact on the quality of your sleep.

A variety of pillows on the market today can assure that your pillow stays cool as you sleep and can help keep your pillow dry as you go through the dreaded hot flashes.

We spoke to Certified Sleep Science Coaches and professional reviewers to find the best cooling pillows for older women experiencing night sweats. Let’s take a look at their recommendations.

What Are Cooling Pillows?

Innovations are continuously being introduced into our lives. It used to be that a pillow was a pillow, and we simply bought what was available. Thankfully, this is no longer the case. New materials have been developed in the production of pillows with focus on keeping our pillows cool and dry.

The interior and exterior of a cooling pillow are created to keep us from overheating and to help moisture out if we experience night sweats. These pillows are most often made of gel or a water-based interior combined with memory foam that helps absorb heat from your head and neck.

Who Are Cooling Pillows for?

Some people are natural hot sleepers and cooling pillows are a good option for them. Menopausal women experiencing hot flashes during the night can benefit greatly from a cooling pillow as well..

What to Look for in a Cooling Pillow

Alex Savy, Certified Sleep Science Coach and the founder of Sleeping Ocean, says shoppers should pay attention to the filling material when purchasing a cooling pillow. The main goal is to find something breathable. Solid memory foam, for example, doesn’t allow for much airflow.

Also, he advises consumers to consider the pillow cover. Synthetic fabrics (like polyester) can make you sweat even more as they don’t allow your skin to breathe. Cotton, bamboo rayon, or linen are a better option.

Bill Fish, the General Manager of Sleep Foundation.org, is a Certified Sleep Science Coach and says that when looking for a cooling pillow, shoppers should consider the following:

• Their general sleeping position;
• Their cooling needs;
• Their budget.

He mentions that while it is great to have a pillow with cooling properties, achieving proper spinal alignment should be the first priority. Each sleeper should have a pillow with the proper loft for the position they sleep in.

A back sleeper should have a lower loft while a side sleeper’s should be higher due to their shoulder creating space when pressing into the mattress. If your spine isn’t aligned correctly, you will wake up in the morning sore and not get the quality sleep you need to attack the day.

Top Cooling Pillows

Alex from Sleeping Ocean, recommends these pillows for women experiencing hot flashes during the night.

Natural Latex Pillow by Organic Textiles

Latex is naturally temperature-neutral. It doesn’t retain body heat and helps create a pleasantly cool sleeping environment.

This natural latex pillow by Organic Textiles also has a Pin-Core design, with small airways for improved ventilation. Plus, there’s a cotton cover, which is breathable and good for wicking the excess moisture away.

Price: $45.95 to $81.95

The Eden by Coop Home Goods

The Eden uses shredded gel-infused memory foam filling. Because the foam is shredded, it allows for unobstructed air circulation and doesn’t trap body heat.

Additionally, the gel beads work to draw the heat away from the body and absorb it. Another cool thing about the Eden is that you can adjust the loft of the pillow according to your sleeping position.

Price: $69.99 to $89.99

Emma Williams, a professional reviewer at Bedroom Critic, recommends these pillows to help ease the discomfort of hot flashes while you sleep.

Sleep Restoration Gel Pillow

Thanks to cooling technology that allows for airflow in the night, these breathable pillows are fantastic for women who are experiencing hot flashes or night sweats and are on a budget.

Each fiber is embedded with cooling gel technology to minimize sweating and keep you feeling comfortable while you snooze. The pillows also offer a ‘no shift technology’ which allows your head to rest in one space and not move around too much in the night – a common reason why we get hot and flushed.

Price: $39.99 to $49.99

Classic Brands Gel Memory Foam Pillow

This pillow would be Emma’s top recommendation for keeping night sweats at bay. With a cooling gel pad, the Classic Brands pillow will keep you feeling comfortable on even the warmest nights. Plus, it’s made from memory foam so is great for supporting your neck.

Price: $19.78

Stay Chill

There is a variety of things you can do to help alleviate menopause symptoms. Among one of the most problematic symptoms is the lack of restful sleep. A good night’s sleep is crucial to help you stay productive during your day.

Start sleeping better by making sure that you have a good mattress, comfortable bedding, and a pillow that won’t have you waking up in a puddle of sweat.

See also: Best mattresses for seniors

Do you suffer from nightly hot flashes? Do you own a cooling pillow? What do you like about it? What is it lacking? Tell us in the comments section below.