Here, sleep specialists weigh in on various positions and the potential benefits of each.

When we lie on our backs, gravity is our friend, leaving our skin nice and smooth.

On Your Stomach

Can reduce snoring and some apnea

That’s the good news.

An illustration of three people lying in three single beds in various sleeping positions: A woman on her stomach, another woman on her side, and a man on his back

(Back sleepers generally need firmer support, while squishier options tend to suit side sleepers.)