Body pillows are mostly filled with poly-fiber material. Some, however, contain, shredded latex, or memory foam, microbeads, and even buckwheat hulls. You want to go with something natural and green such as natural latex.
The outer covering of the pillow can also be made with various materials such as cotton, bamboo, or polyester.
Similar to the filling, you want to go with eco-friendly natural material such as cotton or bamboo especially if you are pregnant. This will ensure yours and your baby’s safety.
When picking out the materials that make up your body pillow, it’s also important to pick hypoallergenic and cooling materials.
Some cover material such as velour used in the Queen Rose Pregnancy Pillow reviewed above was found to cause its users to sweat a bit. Luckily, getting a cooling pillowcase solved this issue.
Also, make sure that the fillings inside allow for breathability especially if you tend to sleep hot. Shredded latex, memory foam, microbeads, and buckwheat hulls are good cooling fillings.