Buffy’s Wiggle Pillow Is Keeping Me Cozy (and Sane) As I Rot in Bed This Winter
It was a bitter, freezing December night. The wind was howling. The ice crystals were forming on the grass outside. As I lay doom-scrolling in my bed, mentally preparing for another twelve weeks of Vermont winter, I saw an IG post featuring an insanely large body pillow from a brand called Buffy (known for their ultra-soft, durable, eco-friendly bedding)—and I knew instantly that I needed it.
I figured, if I’m going to be spending the next three months snuggled up bingeing The Sopranos for the sixth time, I might as well be damn comfortable. And when I saw that the Wiggle Pillow was named one of the Best Pillows of 2023 by NBC, I whipped out my credit card and full-sent an order for the Wiggle Pillow ($109 $92.65) and a Wiggle Pillow Cover ($95 $80.75). A month later, I’m finally emerging from my cocoon of comfort with enough lucidity to talk about how much this pillow has changed my life. Here’s the DL:
1. A Snuggle Buddy That Relieves Stress
Sure, a boyfriend would be nice and all, but every time I curl up with my Wiggle Pillow, I feel an instant calm wash over me. This thing is seriously massive—82 inches long, to be exact—which means it’s big enough to be knotted up, spooned with, or wrapped around my back like a giant, fluffy pool noodle. Basically, it’s an on-demand hug whenever I need one (and during the winter, that’s all the time).
2. Looks As Good As It Feels
The Wiggle Pillow provides top-tier snuggles, but I also love how chic it looks on my bed or couch. The pillow itself looks great, but the real fun comes with the rainbow of Wiggle Pillow Covers. There are nearly a dozen color options and two different fabrics available, so I had a tough time choosing. I went with the fluffy fleece option in Cream (this thing is seriously cuddly), but I’m definitely planning to snag a few of the linen options when it gets warmer out.
3. Helps Soothe Aches and Pains
There’s a reason pregnant women love body pillows. My Wiggle Pillow helps relieve tension from my back, neck, knees, hips… basically everywhere. I’m a side-sleeper, and I didn’t realize how much pressure I was putting on my joints until I started sleeping with this pillow (especially helpful during the winter, when the 25º weather makes every part of my body ache).
4. Made to Last With Planet-Friendly Materials
Buffy is one of those companies that truly does care about the planet. Turns out, the impossibly soft and squishy fill in each Wiggle Pillow is made from 55 water bottles’ worth of recycled plastic (which we love). It’s encased in durable, planet-friendly eucalyptus-based TENCEL™ lyocell fabric that gets softer with each wash. The covers are dyed without chemicals or toxins, and made of 100% GRS-certified recycled fiber. I’ve tossed mine in the wash quite a few times already, and it looks somehow even better now than it did when I unboxed it.
5. I Got It on Sale, and You Can Too
Now that I’ve spent a few weeks with my Wiggle Pillow, I can confidently say I’d pay full price for it… but I’ll never say no to a discount. As of right now, Buffy is running a winter sale, which means you can get 15% off the Wiggle Pillow, the Wiggle Pillow Cover, AND tons of other products (like the Nook Pillow).
Bonus: The 7-Day Free Trial
If you thought Buffy couldn’t get any nicer, think again. They offer—get ready for this—a completely free, 7 night at-home trial. It’s exactly as good as it sounds. Simply pick your products, receive them within 3-5 business days, and test them out… all for no charge. If you somehow decide it’s not for you, you can send them back to Buffy for free. No harm, no foul, all coziness.
Buffy accepts all returns up to 50 days from the date of purchase, and even better, returned bedding is either donated to local shelters and charities or, in some cases, sent to a partnering textile recycling plant. Given all that I’ve learned about Buffy, the generosity there completely checks out.