The Best Mattresses for Stomach Sleepers

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Those who don't sleep on their stomach may look at a stomach sleeper and wonder how sleeping face down could possibly be comfortable.

I should know—I'm a former stomach sleeper myself who can speak to what to look for when shopping for a mattress. Not to mention, I'm also a professional mattress tester with nearly six years of testing experience under my belt. I'm also a certified Sleep Science coach, which is basically a personal trainer that helps you sleep better. All to say, I know my stuff and have lived experience with stomach sleeping as well. The main pain point for stomach sleepers is spinal alignment, so a mattress for them should prioritize this feature ...