A sex pillow, also known as a position pillow or position cushion, is a soft prop designed to make sex more comfortable. A sex pillow can be used to enhance the angle of different [sex positions](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/kama-sutra-sex-explained), and it can reduce neck and back pain. 

Unlike regular bed pillows or throw pillows, sex pillows are made from high-density foam that holds its shape. High-quality sex cushions have water-resistant liners and machine washable covers to protect the cushions from lube and bodily fluids. Some sex cushions are compatible with [sex toys](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sex-toy-guide) such as dildos and vibrators, while others come with restraints for [BDSM](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/bdsm-explained) play.

There are the five main types of sex pillow.

1. __Wedge__: A wedge pillow is triangular and can be used to elevate the hips or butt. This is the classic shape of a sex pillow.
2. __Ramp__: Ramps are long and triangular, and they feature a gradual slope designed to support your body and help you achieve more difficult positions. If you and your partner have a significant height difference, try a wedge/ramp combo.
3. __Half moon__: Half moon-shaped pillows can be used as a mount for [masturbation](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/benefits-of-masturbation) or partner sex. Place the flat side of the pillow on the bed, and use the pillow to support your hips during bent-over positions like [doggy-style](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide).
4. __Cylinder__: This firm, elongated bolster pillow can add rolling motions to a variety of positions, or it can simply add support behind your knees or hips. 
5. __Inflatable__: Inflatable pillows, which generally come in the shapes of wedges and half moons, are both travel- and budget-friendly. 
There are endless pairings of sex pillows with sex positions, and adding a pillow to your bedroom can help you experiment with new positions. Consider these ideas to get started:

1. __Missionary__: Position the narrow end of the wedge under the receiver's lower back to elevate the hips for [missionary](https://www.masterclass.com/articles/missionary-position-explained). This allows for deeper penetration, as well as better stimulation for vulva owners.
2. __Oral sex__: Elevate the receiver's hips with a wedge to make their genitals more accessible. This can also reduce neck strain for the giver.
3. __Doggy style__: This position can be enhanced by any shape of sex cushion. Place the highest point of the cushion underneath the receiver's hips for added support. If using a ramp, the receiver can relax more of their body onto the cushion. If using a cylindrical cushion, you and your partner can roll back and forth with every thrust. 
4. __Legs up__: Positions where one partner's legs are elevated, such as the legs-on-shoulders position, can be a challenge. Add a wedge underneath the legs-up partner's hips to ease their lower back.
5. __Masturbation__: Pair a half moon pillow with your favorite sex toy, and use the pillow as a mount. Or, lean back on a wedge with the thicker part supporting your head and shoulders for reclined masturbation. 
Craving a little more intimacy? Grab a [MasterClass Annual Membership](https://www.masterclass.com) and learn more about open <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication","linkCopy":"communication","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>communication</a> with your partners, experimenting in the bedroom, and being your own best sexual advocate with a little help from Emily Morse (host of the wildly popular podcast *Sex With Emily*). 
Learn how to enhance your sex life with a sex pillow—a simple, multifunctional piece of sex furniture.

Learn how to enhance your sex life with a sex pillow—a simple, multifunctional piece of sex furniture.


Sex Pillow Guide: 5 Ways to Use a Sex Pillow

A sex pillow, also known as a position pillow or position cushion, is a soft prop designed to make sex more comfortable. A sex pillow can be used to enhance the angle of different <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/kama-sutra-sex-explained' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/kama-sutra-sex-explained","linkCopy":"sex positions","category":null}'>sex positions</a>, and it can reduce neck and back pain. Unlike regular bed pillows or throw pillows, sex pillows are made from high-density foam that holds its shape. High-quality sex cushions have water-resistant liners and machine washable covers to protect the cushions from lube and bodily fluids. Some sex cushions are compatible with <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sex-toy-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/sex-toy-guide","linkCopy":"sex toys","category":null}'>sex toys</a> such as dildos and vibrators, while others come with restraints for <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/bdsm-explained' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/bdsm-explained","linkCopy":"BDSM","category":null}'>BDSM</a> play.

What Is a Sex Pillow?

There are the five main types of sex pillow.<ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Wedge: A wedge pillow is triangular and can be used to elevate the hips or butt. This is the classic shape of a sex pillow. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Ramp: Ramps are long and triangular, and they feature a gradual slope designed to support your body and help you achieve more difficult positions. If you and your partner have a significant height difference, try a wedge/ramp combo. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Half moon: Half moon-shaped pillows can be used as a mount for <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/benefits-of-masturbation' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/benefits-of-masturbation","linkCopy":"masturbation","category":null}'>masturbation</a> or partner sex. Place the flat side of the pillow on the bed, and use the pillow to support your hips during bent-over positions like <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/doggy-style-sex-position-guide","linkCopy":"doggy-style","category":null}'>doggy-style</a>. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 4. Cylinder: This firm, elongated bolster pillow can add rolling motions to a variety of positions, or it can simply add support behind your knees or hips. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 5. Inflatable: Inflatable pillows, which generally come in the shapes of wedges and half moons, are both travel- and budget-friendly. </li></ol>

5 Sex Pillow Styles

There are endless pairings of sex pillows with sex positions, and adding a pillow to your bedroom can help you experiment with new positions. Consider these ideas to get started:<ol class="mc-m-4"><li class="mc-my-4"> 1. Missionary: Position the narrow end of the wedge under the receiver&#39;s lower back to elevate the hips for <a href='https://www.masterclass.com/articles/missionary-position-explained' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com/articles/missionary-position-explained","linkCopy":"missionary","category":null}'>missionary</a>. This allows for deeper penetration, as well as better stimulation for vulva owners. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 2. Oral sex: Elevate the receiver&#39;s hips with a wedge to make their genitals more accessible. This can also reduce neck strain for the giver. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 3. Doggy style: This position can be enhanced by any shape of sex cushion. Place the highest point of the cushion underneath the receiver&#39;s hips for added support. If using a ramp, the receiver can relax more of their body onto the cushion. If using a cylindrical cushion, you and your partner can roll back and forth with every thrust. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 4. Legs up: Positions where one partner&#39;s legs are elevated, such as the legs-on-shoulders position, can be a challenge. Add a wedge underneath the legs-up partner&#39;s hips to ease their lower back. </li><li class="mc-my-4"> 5. Masturbation: Pair a half moon pillow with your favorite sex toy, and use the pillow as a mount. Or, lean back on a wedge with the thicker part supporting your head and shoulders for reclined masturbation. </li></ol>

5 Ways to Use a Sex Pillow

Craving a little more intimacy? Grab a <a href='https://www.masterclass.com' target='_self' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://www.masterclass.com","linkCopy":"MasterClass Annual Membership","category":null}'>MasterClass Annual Membership</a> and learn more about open <a href='https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication' target='_blank' class='mc-text--link' data-mc-segment-trigger='true' data-mc-segment-event-type='Article Page Click' data-event-obj='{"textTag":"p","href":"https://masterclass.com/articles/robin-robertss-tips-for-effective-communication","linkCopy":"communication","category":"automated-link"}' automatic='true'>communication</a> with your partners, experimenting in the bedroom, and being your own best sexual advocate with a little help from Emily Morse (host of the wildly popular podcast Sex With Emily).

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Learn how to enhance your sex life with a sex pillow—a simple, multifunctional piece of sex furniture.