1. Why Do We Often Slide in Bed in a Semi-Upright Position?
When you settle in to breastfeed or rest, you often try to create a comfortable angle using pillows.
But this setup is unstable and causes:
- back sagging
- pulling downwards on the bed
- progressive loss of support
- shoulders rolling forward
Result: after a few minutes, you need to sit up… and start again.
This sliding is even more common:
- at the end of pregnancy
- after a cesarean section
- during nighttime feedings
- when tired or lacking muscle tone
2. Why Aren’t Pillows Enough to Prevent Sliding?
Pillows compress and create an irregular angle.
They only support certain areas of the body, not the entire torso.
This leads to:
- too much pressure on the lower back
- a lack of hip support
- too steep a slope pushing downwards
- a feeling of instability
Even when well placed, they don’t stay in position.
3. How Does a Gentle Mattress Incline Reduce Sliding?
When the mattress itself is inclined — not just the space behind you — the support is much more even.
A gentle incline:
- follows the body’s natural curve
- supports the entire spine
- eliminates the “slide” effect created by pillows
- keeps the pelvis and shoulders at the same height
- prevents progressive sliding towards the bottom of the bed
This allows you to stay stable without muscle effort.
4. What Angle Best Prevents Sliding?
An angle between 10 and 15 degrees is generally enough.
It’s sufficient to support the torso, but not too steep to cause sliding.
If the angle is too great, even good support can become uncomfortable.
The key is the gentleness of the incline.
5. How Does CosyLift Help Stay in Place?
CosyLift raises the mattress creating a stable and even slope.
This allows:
- to stay well-positioned throughout the feeding
- to avoid having to constantly sit up
- to keep the pelvis, back, and shoulders aligned
- to reduce muscle fatigue
- to feel supported without effort
This is particularly useful at night when each repositioning wakes us up.
6. What If I Still Slide a Little?
A few adjustments can help:
- placing a small cushion under the knees
- using a pregnancy cushion to stabilize the hips
- choosing a slightly gentler (or steeper if necessary) incline
But in most cases, a good mattress incline almost completely eliminates sliding.
7. Does This Posture Also Help for Reading or Watching Videos in Bed?
Yes.
Sliding doesn’t only happen during breastfeeding: it also occurs during relaxation moments.
A stable incline:
- keeps the body well-positioned
- prevents “collapsing” into the bed
- supports the back and neck
- improves rest quality
This is a pleasant posture at any time of the day.
FAQs
Q: Is It Normal to Slide When I’m Tired?
Yes, muscle tone decreases, which accentuates sliding.
Q: Is the Mattress Incline More Effective Than Pillows?
Yes, because it supports the entire body uniformly.
Q: Can I Use This Position If I’m Bottle-Feeding?
Of course, the posture is the same and provides the same comfort.
Q: Does This Help With Reflux?
Yes, a gentle incline is ideal for managing reflux, especially at night.
Q: Can You Elevate Just One Side of the Bed?
Yes, if you share the bed and your partner prefers to stay flat.