The Ultimate Pillow for Side Sleepers
Available in December
The Papaya Pillow lifts your torso and creates a comfortable gap for your shoulder. It distributes your weight evenly across your body – Resulting in less pressure on your shoulder and a neutral spine. All night.
Join Our Happy Customers Who Have Reclaimed Their Sleep
"Dealt with shoulder pain for about 15 years and tried a bunch of different pillows over time. When I saw this photo with the gap for the shoulder I instantly bought it. Took about a week to get used to the new sleeping position, but now my shoulder feels noticeably better in the mornings. Not completely pain-free every day, but it's a huge improvement. Wish I'd found this sooner."
"I was skeptical about spending this much on a pillow but with the guarantee I gave it a shot. Three weeks in and I'm definitely sleeping better. Still adjusting to remembering to move it aside when I switch to my back, but it's becoming more automatic. My PT said my shoulder mobility has improved, which tracks with how I'm feeling."
"Very happy with my purchase. I'm a nurse and after 35 years on my feet, my shoulders were killing me at night. I still have some stiffness on really rough shifts, but most mornings I wake up feeling way better."
"Amazing! I'm guilty of buying way too many pillows over the years trying to fix my shoulder issues. The Papaya Pillow is the first one that really helped. And I love how smooth the pillow case feels on my skin!"
Your shoulders are the widest part of your upper body. When you side sleep on a flat surface, they have to carry most of the weight.
The solution? Sleep on a Papaya Pillow.
It fits to your body like a puzzle piece.
The pillow industry has sold you a lie. They want you to believe that the perfect head pillow will solve your shoulder pain. But here's the truth they don't want you to know...
Your head pillow is not designed to support your shoulder at all.
The wold's first pillow designed to support your torso, not just your head.
Lifts and supports your torso to eliminate shoulder pressure completely
Creates a pressure-free zone for your shoulder to rest naturally
Proprietary density-calibrated foam for perfect comfort and support
The only pillow addressing the true cause of side-sleeper shoulder pain
About the Papaya Pillow
Most pillows focus on your head, but that's only part of the equation. The Papaya Pillow works with a totally different approach — It supports your entire upper body to prevent your torso from collapsing onto your shoulder.
Think of it as addressing the root cause, not just the symptoms. It's based on biomechanics: when your torso is properly supported, your shoulder naturally decompresses and your spine stays aligned.
Then you pay nothing. Try the Papaya Pillow risk-free for 30 nights.
We designed the Papaya Pillow specifically for side sleepers dealing with shoulder pain. It's a specialized solution, not a one-size-fits-all product. If it doesn't relieve your shoulder discomfort or you find it's not the right fit for your needs, we completely understand.
Simply contact us to get a full refund — No return shipping fees, no restocking fees, no hoops to jump through. Our money-back guarantee has got you covered!
The Papaya Pillow is designed for people weighing between 130-240 lbs and standing approximately 5'3" to 6'3" tall. If you're within this range, the pillow will provide optimal torso support and shoulder relief.
Outside this range? You're still welcome to try it risk-free with our 30-night money-back guarantee. Many customers slightly above or below these measurements find it works well for them—but if it doesn't, you'll get a full refund.
Coming soon: We're developing pillows specifically designed for smaller and larger body types. Sign up for our email list to be first to know when they launch.
Currently we do not sell a matching head pillow. You can combine the Papaya Pillow with any head pillow you find comfortable.
However, we are currently working on a head pillow to be combined with the Papaya Pillow that will have the measurements to create the ideal gap for your shoulder.
You can join our email list to be informed when it's ready for sale.
The Papaya Pillow is 25 inches long and 22.5 inches wide. It fits naturally under your torso, supporting you from the ribs to the hips — without taking over your bed.
The height profile is contoured to your body's natural curves. The thickest part is 9 inches high, designed to lift your torso and create space for your shoulder. Keep in mind that the pillow will compress when you lay on it.
Yes — Actually it comes with 2 pillow cases.
The inner pillow case is thick and has a quilted pattern, creating an air layer between you and the memory foam filling. It allows heat and moisture to escape from the pillow and your body, keeping your sleeping environment comfortable.
The outer pillow case feels super smooth on your skin and is cool to the touch. It is designed for hot sleepers.
Both covers are removable and machine washable.
That combination of covers keeps you cool throughout the night and protects the high quality memory foam core from moisture — even if you are a hot sleeper that tends to sweat at night.
The Papaya Pillow features a dual-layer memory foam core engineered for both support and comfort. The bottom layer is a firm, high-density memory foam designed to maximize support—it keeps your torso lifted without collapsing onto your shoulder. The top layer is a softer, cooling memory foam that cushions your body and helps regulate temperature.
This dual-layer foam system is what makes the pillow work: the firm base does the heavy lifting while the comfort layer makes it something you'll actually want to sleep on. Together, they create that "supportively plush" feel.
The complete material composition:
Neither — It's supportive without being hard. We tested dozens of foam densities to find the sweet spot: firm enough to keep your torso lifted and aligned, but soft enough to feel comfortable all night.
No — Our memory foam is premium quality and does not have a strong smell. Right after unpacking, you may notice a very slight scent from the new foam, but it will completely disappear within a few hours as the pillow expands and breathes.
Our foam is CertiPUR-US® certified, which means it's free of harmful chemicals and toxins. It's made without ozone depleters, formaldehyde, phthalates, and heavy metals—so you can sleep safely and soundly.
Using and Maintaining Your Papaya Pillow
Yes, the Papaya Pillow is specifically designed for side sleepers. We engineered the shape to perfectly contour to your body and protect your shoulder—rather than compromising with a mediocre "fits everyone" design that doesn't truly work for anyone.
If you change positions during the night: Simply move the pillow aside when rolling onto your back, then pull it back under when you return to your side. This is easy to do because it's a standalone body pillow, not connected to your head pillow.
For belly sleepers: Some people find it comfortable, though it wasn't designed for stomach sleeping.
For back sleepers: We strongly recommend removing the pillow when sleeping on your back.
If you move frequently throughout the night and aren't sure about repositioning the pillow, our 30-night money-back guarantee lets you try it risk-free.
The Papaya Pillow can be combined with any head pillow you like.
Because your torso is lifted by the Papaya Pillow, you might feel like your old pillow is not high enough any more. In that case, we recommend placing a flat 2nd head pillow on top of the one you currently use to increase the height slightly.
The memory foam core is not washable. It is well protected by the two pillow cases and doesn't need to be washed.
Both pillow cases are machine washable. Please close the zipper before machine washing the pillow cases to protect the fabric.
The care instructions for the pillow cases are:
The Papaya Pillow arrives vacuum-packed. After unpacking, allow the pillow to expand for 24 hours so it can fully regain its shape before use.
Simply remove it from the packaging and let the memory foam breathe. Once it's fully expanded, it's ready to transform your sleep.
Most customers feel the difference on their first night, but your body may need 3-7 days to fully adjust to the new sleeping position. This is completely normal—you're changing the way your body has been sleeping for decades.
During the adjustment period, you might need to get used to either staying on your side throughout the night or remembering to move the pillow aside when you roll onto your back. This new routine becomes second nature quickly, and most people find they're sleeping better than ever within a week.
Important: If the pillow causes any pain or makes your discomfort worse, stop using it and contact us about our money-back guarantee. It should relieve pain, not create it.
Shipping and Returns
Yes, we offer a 30-night money-back guarantee.
If you're not sleeping better, simply contact us to get a full refund — No return shipping fees, no restocking fees, no hoops to jump through.
You can lean more in our Refund Policy.
Right now, we only ship within the United States.
We're working on international shipping and will notify our email list as soon as it's available. You can sign up at the bottom of our site to be first to know.
You can learn more in our Shipping Policy.
Yes — we offer free standard shipping within the United States for all orders over $99.
If you can't wait to get your hands on a Papaya Pillow, you have the option to upgrade to express shipping within the United states for $20.
You can learn more in our Shipping Policy.
We offer two shipping options within the United States:
Standard Shipping (Free on orders over $99): Usually delivered within 3-5 business days
Express Shipping ($20): Usually delivered 2-3 business days
Your pillow will be dispatched within 1 business day of your order, and you'll receive tracking information so you can follow your delivery.
You can learn more in our Shipping Policy.
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