Side Sleeper. The most common sleeping style, side sleepers require a mattress that doesn’t put stress on their shoulders and hips and instead relieves pressure from those body parts. This usually means a mattress that is slightly softer is a good option because it allows the sleeper’s body to sink just a little into the mattress. A slightly softer mattress is also good because it accommodates the body’s natural curve and keeps the spine aligned.

Back Sleeper. For people who sleep in this style, support for the lower back is crucial. Therefore, it’s best to avoid very stiff spring mattresses since they have a tendency to push against the spine and not provide the correct curvy support. At the same time, a mattress that is too soft will not give enough support to the body and the back. A medium-firm mattress is a good choice.

Stomach Sleeper. This sleeping style requires a firmer and stiffer mattress that keeps the body afloat instead of sunken. Many stomach sleepers may suffer from lower back pain, which has prompted them to this sleeping style where spine alignment is at its most minimal.

Combination of all Styles. Typically most people fall into this sleeping style category where it’s a combination of all of the above, which means that there’s a lot of movement in bed. For this style, it’s important to pick a mattress that is personally suitable to you for your comforts — one that’s not too stiff for your side sleeping and not too soft when you turn on your stomach. But in general, it’s been said that combination sleepers have found mattresses with innerspring pocket coils or those made from latex foam to be highly comfortable.

The correct mattress firmness can make an important difference in the amount and quality of sleep you get each night.  Treat yourself to the mattress you deserve!