I’m a big fan of sleeping with a body pillow and it turns out this may be more than just a comfort preference. Healthcare professionals actually recommend these pillows you can hug at night for your body’s alignment.“Body pillows can improve sleep comfort and alignment by supporting the upper extremities and spine,” Dr. Sarah Cash Crawford, physical therapist and founder of Anchor Wellness and WAVE Physical Therapy & Pilates in Ohio, told HuffPost. “They’re especially helpful for people who are hypermobile or who lack passive joint stability, as the extra support reduces unnecessary strain while sleeping.”The first pillow like this I ever tried – Pluto’s Puff body pillow – was the right fit for me, but it may take some trial and error to find the one for you. “I usually recommend people experiment with different pillows at a low cost to see what works best for them,” Dr. Cash Crawford said.With this in mind, we rounded up some affordable body pillows from Amazon (in addition to the one that I use and love every day). Ahead, see some of the comfiest options we found. AmazonAn affordable down-alternative pillow that's an Amazon bestsellerThis quilted down-alternative body pillow from Amazon is firm yet fluffy, and is equipped with a hidden zipper to add or remove filling. The 54-inch pillow is rated 4.6 stars and comes in several colors. PIllow cases are sold separately and are available in 800-thread-count cotton or a smooth cotton jersey. Promising review: “This is a quality product with the perfect amount of softness and firmness. I sleep with it every night to relieve shoulder pain. It does a good job of supporting my arm and leg which allows me to take the pressure off my shoulder that would otherwise cause pain and a sleepless night. Buy this one. It's a keeper. Don't forget to buy a pillow case!” – Cynthia K.PlutoMy favorite body pillow that keeps my hips aligned while I sleepI've had my Pluto Puff pillow for years, and I'm obsessed with it, and so is everyone else who sits on my bed. It helps you sit up straighter when working from bed (no more endless throw pillows), is cooling, so you won't overheat at night, and generally has the squishiest, most satisfying texture. As a side sleeper, when I go to sleep, I wrap myself around the hypoallergenic pillow, and I feel like it keeps my hips aligned better and my knees from knocking together. (It measures 21 by 54 inches.) It’s cozy like hugging someone, but without their body heat or your arm falling asleep to bargain with. I recently got a pillowcase for my Pluto pillow, which I now wash weekly instead of taking off its microfiber case. Trust me when I say the Pluto Puff is worth the splurge.Or another affordable option that comes with a pillowcaseThis Amazon body pillow comes in a bunch of colors and with a pillowcase if you would like. The pillowcases include a faux fur and a cooling option. This body pillow offers medium-firm support, and reviews like that it’s lightweight. The dimensions are similar to the other options on our list. Promising review: “This pillow is a great size. I bought it to replace my old body pillow that was so heavy. When I would toss and turn at night, I would fight with the old pillow. This new pillow is so much lighter but still very supportive! I'm very happy with it. Definitely worth the money!” – Nancy DBuffyAn extra-long body pillow from Buffy that’s on sale right nowThe floppy-yet-supportive Buffy Wiggle pillow wraps around you for a comfy experience. It's made of a soft eucalyptus lyocell fabric. At 82 inches in length and a slimmer eight inches in width, it offers a slightly different shape than some of the other options on this list. Note that the pillow cover is sold separately and comes in a variety of attractive colors and patterns.Promising review: “So comfortable and lovely. It has improved my sleep and I also use it when I'm reading in bed or resting. I'm so glad I decided to purchase it. It does come with a white cover that zips on and off for laundering.” – Greta M.Kohl'sAn uber-affordable body pillowThe Big One body pillow has a medium firmness and is hypoallergenic. This body pillow comes with a microfiber cover. At 48 inches in length, it's slightly smaller than the average size, but it makes up for its stature by being the most affordable choice on our list. The pillow case is sold separately. Promising review: "Well made and firm. I use it for my wonky shoulders and the support is perfect!” – LauraAmazonCoop’s body pillow that comes with a variety of different coversThis adjustable pillow from Coop is filled with cross-cut memory foam that can be removed for an adjustable firmness. (This option comes without a pillow case, but the brand also sells its pillow equipped with specialized cooling and waterproof covers.) At 54 inches long, this a standard size body pillow; and the brand also offers a tube-shaped 60-inch pillow. Promising review: “Keeps its shape alllll night long. Doesn’t shift around or fall off the bed when you move. Incredible for the perfect amount of support! I had hip surgery very young and side sleeping tends to aggravate my hip due to poor angle. This holds everything in the perfect place. Can’t sleep without it! My husband now hates his body pillow and wants this one.” – knoxpackA body pillow that comes in different size optionsIf you’re looking for a body pillow in a very specific size, know that this Amazon option offers a variety of configurations – in addition to the standard 54-inch length, the brand offers 60-inch, 63-inch and 72-inch sizes. The brands also supplies some additional memory foam fill for customizing support levels and a cooling pillowcase. The brand doesn't offer its own pillowcase but there are plenty of options at Amazon if Promising review: "This body pillow is by far the best body pillow I've bought. And there have been dozens over the years. I very much appreciate the extra length as I am six feet tall. The 54-inch standard body pillow has never been the right length, but the 60-inch is perfect for me." — Elfin74AmazonA fancy-looking pillow with a bamboo rayon coverThis fancy-looking body pillow features gilded embroidery and a bamboo-rayon cover that’s designed to be breathable and cool. Like some of the others on our list, it comes with removable shredded foam so that you can adjust the firmness to your liking.Promising review: “Best pillow ever! Removing some of the memory foam is a game changer. I would highly recommend this pillow if you have neck pain.” – Lori PClose Trending In ShoppingMore In Shopping