Do you sleep soundest on your belly? From The One to the Dream and Dream Max, discover the best Casper mattress for stomach sleepers in our comprehensive guide.
If you’re part of the 7% of adults who sleep on their stomachs1 and wake up stiff and sore, you’re not alone. Whether you prefer the Freefall, the Running Man, the Skydiver, or a variation of the three, you need the right mattress to support your stomach sleeping habits. Luckily, Casper has plenty of options.
What’s the best Casper mattress for stomach sleepers? Three immediately come to mind: The One, the Dream, and the Dream Max.
Learn more about why stomach sleepers love these Casper classics and how you can confidently select a mattress that supports your sleep needs. Stomach sleepers — we’ve got you covered.
The One
If you’re looking for a classic mattress that supports you night after night — this is The One.
The One is an all-foam mattress that delivers the essential features all stomach sleepers dream about. With The One memory foam mattress, you’ll enjoy:
- Three layers of comfort and support – The One consists of three foam layers — Breathe Flex Foam, Align Memory Foam, and Casper Core — each more supportive than the next. Wrapped up nicely in our Cozy Cover, you may even consider ditching the sheets.
- Breathable material – The One’s foam layers breathe with you, helping you stay cool all night long. For stomach sleepers who generate more heat with their tummy against the mattress, this feature is a beloved bonus.
- Peak durability – The One supports your stomach sleeping for the long haul. Get the most from your mattress with our 10-year limited warranty.
The One’s versatility also lends itself to sleep partners who may favor differing sleep positions. End the divisive mattress debate — you’ve found The One.
The Dream
If you’ve been dreaming of a mattress that supports your stomach-sleeping position and offers just the perfect bit of bounce, we have the sleep solution for you: our innovative hybrid mattress, fittingly named the Dream.
Featuring a balanced blend of memory foam and responsive spring coils, the Dream takes hybrid mattresses to a new level. Let’s take a peek under the covers at this unique hybrid design:
- Three zones of foam support – The Dream’s memory foam layer features Zoned Support, an innovative design that hugs your curves just right. The foam feels softer at the head and foot of the mattress, soothing tight shoulders and stiff legs. It simultaneously offers firmer support in the center of the mattress, helping you keep your spine in alignment all night long.
- Responsive flex coils – While the Dream’s foam layers allow you to sink into sleep, the spring coils in the Casper Core keep you in place and fully aligned. The coils isolate motion and support the mattress edges, giving you more space to sleep without the restless tossing and turning.
Turn your dreams of supportive sleep into a blissful reality. The Dream will have you drifting off faster than you can say “stomach sleeper.”
The Dream Max
Thought things couldn’t get better than the Dream? Take stomach sleep support to new heights with the Dream Max.
This premium orthopedic mattress features all the soothing and responsive qualities of the Dream and more. Here’s what you can get most excited about:
- Two layers of Zoned Support – With twice as many zones of support as the Dream, the Dream Max ensures you achieve the rejuvenating sleep your body craves, even when sleeping on your stomach. The additional layer of support comes from the Align Memory Foam which features precision-cut channels that masterfully cradle your curves no matter what position you sleep in.
- Ultra-breathable materials – Say goodbye to sweaty nights on your stomach — with the Dream Max’s top layer of Breathe+ Flex Foam, you’ll stay cool and cozy year-round.
- Stabilizing core with flex coils – Every quality hybrid needs a solid yet responsive base. Like the Dream, the Dream Max features pressure-relieving and motion-isolating spring coils that enhance the soft support of the foam layers above.
We spent 10 tireless years designing and perfecting the Dream Max for sleepers like you who need maximum support and premium comfort. So, rest easy — you deserve it.
What Type of Mattress Is Best for Stomach Sleepers?
Curious why these Casper mattresses are uniquely equipped to support stomach sleepers? We have the insider knowledge you need for shopping mattresses with confidence.
Ultimately, when considering the best mattress for stomach sleepers, you want to keep these key design features in mind:
- Firmness
- Material
Let’s look at each closely so you can understand their impact on stomach sleeping and quickly assess any mattress when browsing online or during your next visit to the Sleep Shop.
Recommended Mattress Firmness for Stomach Sleeping
Medium-firm to firm mattresses best support stomach sleepers.2 Learn more about firm vs medium-firm mattresses in our blog.
When you sleep on your stomach, also known as the prone position, gravity inevitably drags your body down. To counterbalance your own weight, you need to sleep on a firm, supportive surface that can press you back into shape.
However, not everyone appreciates an ultra-firm mattress, stomach sleeper or not.
This is why we also recommend our hybrid mattresses to stomach sleepers: The spring coils create a firm base to properly support and align your spine, while the soft foam layer gently conforms to your curves for enhanced comfort.
Recommended Mattress Material for Stomach Sleepers
Because stomach sleepers require a firmer mattress, you should also look for a mattress made from firm materials — not to mention, plenty of added support features.
Again, our foam and hybrid mattresses fit the bill. They offer stomach sleepers exactly what they need with premium materials and maximum support. Open cell foam, precision-cut channels, and spring coils all create an ideal sleep environment for free fallers, runners, and skydivers alike. Learn more about foam vs hybrid mattresses in our blog.
Is Stomach Sleeping Bad?
Every sleep position has its pros and cons. Side sleeping can exacerbate shoulder pain, and back sleeping often worsens sleep apnea symptoms.1 However, stomach sleeping has a few more disadvantages than others3:
- Back pain – If you sleep on your stomach, you likely experience some form of back soreness, stiffness, or pain. This is because the prone position puts your spine under tension, particularly around your pelvis and lower back.
- Neck pain – The prone position puts pressure on the top of your spine, too. When sleeping on your stomach, you likely have your head angled up and to the side. This disrupts the neutral alignment of the neck, leading to that familiar morning stiffness and pain.
- Wrinkles – Sleeping with your face smushed against the pillow isn’t doing anything for your skin, either; frequent stomach sleeping can promote wrinkles. If you want better beauty sleep, consider switching to your back.
- Lower blood pressure – This risk applies specifically to pregnant people in their second and third trimesters. Stomach sleeping can restrict blood flow in the abdomen, lowering blood pressure.
Stomach sleeping isn’t all bad: If you suffer from chronic snoring or other respiratory issues, some doctors actually recommend sleeping in the prone position.3 That’s because the same gravity that pushes your spine out of alignment also allows the lungs to inflate.
In other words, sleeping on your stomach may help you breathe with more ease and comfort.3
How to Improve Spinal Alignment and Comfort for Stomach Sleepers
While doctors generally don’t recommend sleeping on your stomach,3 you can still do it safely with simple sleep habit adjustments.
Here are a few ways you can achieve greater comfort and support while sleeping on your stomach3:
- Relieve pressure on the head and neck – Stomach sleeping puts your head and neck under extra tension. To offset this, consider sleeping with a thin pillow, or ditching your pillow altogether. With the right Casper mattress, you won’t even miss it.
- Align your spine with body pillows – When you sleep on your stomach, your pelvis dips down, which puts uncomfortable pressure on the lower back. Gently realign your spine into a more neutral position by placing a thin pillow under the pelvis. Learn more about how to sleep with pillows properly in our blog.
- Add stretching to sleep and wake-up routines – Stomach sleepers will inevitably feel a bit sore in the morning. Keep your muscles and joints limber with a few simple neck and back stretches. A little goes a long way — fit them in before bed or stretch it out while sipping your morning cup of joe.
If you’d rather avoid the risks of stomach sleeping altogether, you can train your body to sleep on your side or back. Luckily, the Casper mattresses mentioned above benefit every sleeping position, no matter which one you’re currently favoring.
Shop Casper Mattresses Today
At Casper, we support snoozers of all strides — back, side, and stomach alike.
We tirelessly test our mattresses to ensure your best night’s rest, no matter what position you sleep in. Whether you prefer the simplicity of The One, the responsiveness of the Dream, or the unparalleled support of the Dream Max, you’ll enjoy quality shut-eye without the stiffness.
Browse our stomach-sleeper favorites online or test them out in person at your nearest Casper Sleep Shop. Want more personalized mattress guidance? Connect with one of our Sleep Specialists today to discover your stomach sleeper soulmate.
Reviewed By
Jonathan Eilenberg is a Certified Professional Ergonomist (CPE) with a degree in Design and Environmental Analysis from Cornell University, specializing in Human Factors and Ergonomics. His expertise in biomechanics and ergonomics has significantly contributed to improving workplace productivity and comfort. With over six years in occupational injury prevention, Jonathan now applies his knowledge at Casper, developing biomechanically supportive mattresses, emphasizing proper sleep posture to enhance comfort and recovery. His work integrates ergonomic principles into everyday life, aiming to improve physical well-being through thoughtful design.
Sources:
- News Medical. A Guide to Healthy Sleep Positions. https://www.news-medical.net/health/A-Guide-to-Healthy-Sleep-Positions.aspx
- Tom’s Guide. Are memory foam mattresses good for stomach sleepers? I’m a sleep writer — here’s my take. https://www.tomsguide.com/wellness/mattresses/stomach-sleepers-memory-foam-mattress
- Verywell Health. Why Sleeping on Your Stomach Could Be Bad. https://www.verywellhealth.com/is-sleeping-on-your-stomach-bad-8599943
